Your go-to destination for RV travel inspiration. We share destination guides, member travel stories, expert advice, trip ideas, and RV reviews. Brought to you by CMCA, The Wanderer is created for every traveller, whether you’re planning your first getaway or have a lifetime of adventures behind you.
Three months, thousands of kilometres, two adventurous dogs and countless memories along Queensland's spectacular coastline. Jacqui Woods shares what she learned about caravan travel with dogs, chasing spontaneity over schedules, and why the best trips rarely go to plan.
These aren't your pull-in, plug-in and pour-a-wine kind of destinations. Australia's off-road hidden gems skip the sealed roads and busy caravan parks altogether, trading them for waterfalls, salt lakes and red dirt you'll be talking about for years. If your van's up for a bit of dust and a mild disregard for comfort, here's where to point it.
Food tastes better when you've earned it - driven for hours, pulled into a campsite, and decided tonight's dinner might actually be dessert from somewhere you stopped three towns back. These are five of the best Australian food experiences that double as detours, attractions, and sometimes the whole reason you change your route.
Roadtripping through remote Australia and wondering what's actually worth a pull-over? Some of the best Australian bakeries aren't in the cities - they're hiding on dusty outback roads, in ghost towns and roadside stops your RV can take you straight to. Flaky pastry, rich fillings and a story with every bite: here's where to find them.
Water damage is every RV owner's worst nightmare, but a few simple maintenance checks can help keep your rig protected.
Experience one of New South Wales' Great Walks on the three-day Murramarang South Coast Walk. Stretching 34 kilometres through Yuin Country, the trail winds past secluded beaches, dramatic sea cliffs and towering spotted gum forests, with opportunities to spot lyrebirds, sea eagles and the park's famous beachside kangaroos. With camping, cabin-based and guided options available, it's an accessible adventure for walkers of all experience levels.
From bores to bathtubs, bush waterholes to corrugated iron tanks, conventional pools to swanky spas, there are myriad ways to soak up Australia’s thermal waters. Heated deep within the earth, these mineral-enriched waters have long been lauded for their therapeutic benefits, including pain relief, muscle recovery, stress reduction, improved circulation and better sleep. Thermal pools are also places of social connection, so add these 10 beauties to your travel itinerary.
While getting into hot water is usually something to avoid on a road trip, it’s one of the highlights when you pull into the outback New South Wales town of Moree.
These aren't your pull-in, plug-in and pour-a-wine kind of destinations. Australia's off-road hidden gems skip the sealed roads and busy caravan parks altogether, trading them for waterfalls, salt lakes and red dirt you'll be talking about for years. If your van's up for a bit of dust and a mild disregard for comfort, here's where to point it.
Food tastes better when you've earned it - driven for hours, pulled into a campsite, and decided tonight's dinner might actually be dessert from somewhere you stopped three towns back. These are five of the best Australian food experiences that double as detours, attractions, and sometimes the whole reason you change your route.
Roadtripping through remote Australia and wondering what's actually worth a pull-over? Some of the best Australian bakeries aren't in the cities - they're hiding on dusty outback roads, in ghost towns and roadside stops your RV can take you straight to. Flaky pastry, rich fillings and a story with every bite: here's where to find them.
Three months, thousands of kilometres, two adventurous dogs and countless memories along Queensland's spectacular coastline. Jacqui Woods shares what she learned about caravan travel with dogs, chasing spontaneity over schedules, and why the best trips rarely go to plan.
When they couldn't buy a yacht, Shendell Mullane and Tim Jones set their hearts on a motorhome. Here, they share their purchasing journey, explaining how it was as easy as one, two, three…
In their trusty LandCruiser Troopy, David and Helen Jobson take ‘Australia’s longest detour’ through the heart of Australia, encountering hot springs, early-settler relics and lots of camels.
Following the recent launch of CMCA Insurance, we meet the team and check in to see how members are enjoying the cover and service.
CMCA has partnered with NM Insurance to create CMCA Insurance, in a major move that will improve customer service, build confidence and ensure all members are heard.
Australian caravan accessories brand Topargee has taken out a prestigious international export award.
By employing a simple design to wash away sand, salt and grime, this Aussie business has made a huge impact – in more ways than one.
Avida’s latest Longreach is turning heads with a significant design and electrical upgrade tailor-made for luxury off-grid travel, writes Malcolm Street.
The Marco Polo is a Mercedes-Benz campervan, but not as you know it. A derivative of the V-Series, this compact Euro camper is a casual weekender with benefits, writes Malcolm Street.
Water damage is every RV owner's worst nightmare, but a few simple maintenance checks can help keep your rig protected.
Why more Australians are swapping stress for slow travel, and how life on the road can boost your wellbeing.
It happens without warning - a flash of movement at the edge of the road, or the unsettling stillness of an animal that should be moving but isn't. If you've ever wondered what to do in that moment, here's a simple guide to help you respond safely and know exactly who to call.
When life became all work and no time together, Tom and Huma Busby decided to make a change. Now, they're travelling Australia with their four children, combining family adventures with Tom's music career and embracing a slower, more connected way of life.
Think a digital detox sounds impossible? Spending a few days offline while travelling in your RV could be exactly what you need. From better sleep and deeper conversations to reduced stress and a greater appreciation of the world around you, discover why disconnecting from your screen can help you reconnect with what really matters.
The Campervan and Motorhome Club of Australia (CMCA) is celebrating its 40th anniversary with its 2026 National Rally in Bundaberg. From humble beginnings in a VW Kombi in 1986, the club has grown to more than 60,000 members. The eight-day event will feature entertainment, workshops, seminars, tours, markets, community fundraising and hundreds of volunteers, while delivering significant economic benefits to the Bundaberg region.
