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.
From hand-feeding kangaroos to watching Tasmanian devils up close, Australia's best zoos and wildlife parks are reason enough to point the caravan in a new direction. Here are five experiences your road trip map is missing
History, art and Murray River tales collide in the Victorian border town of Mildura – home to one very swish new caravan park, writes Catherine Best.
Tackling a section of the Great Inland Way through central Queensland’s cattle country, Grant and Linda Hanan discover goldrush towns, outback country pubs and landscapes twinkling with gemstones.
On a visit to Victoria’s Gippsland region, Sue Preston explores the legend of the railway dog, now immortalised in sculptures along a public rail trail.
Forget a tent, Rosemary Shanks and Martin Crouther are on to their second motorhome and wouldn’t travel any other way.
Tackling a section of the Great Inland Way through central Queensland’s cattle country, Grant and Linda Hanan discover goldrush towns, outback country pubs and landscapes twinkling with gemstones.
On a visit to Victoria’s Gippsland region, Sue Preston explores the legend of the railway dog, now immortalised in sculptures along a public rail trail.
Warming up on a winter RV trip? Discover five of the best Australian whisky distilleries to visit, from Tasmania's coast to South Australia's Barossa Valley.
From hand-feeding kangaroos to watching Tasmanian devils up close, Australia's best zoos and wildlife parks are reason enough to point the caravan in a new direction. Here are five experiences your road trip map is missing
History, art and Murray River tales collide in the Victorian border town of Mildura – home to one very swish new caravan park, writes Catherine Best.
On a journey to Port Arthur and Richmond, Leonie Jarrett discovers a dark history of convicts, floggings and grand architecture built by prison labour.
Forget a tent, Rosemary Shanks and Martin Crouther are on to their second motorhome and wouldn’t travel any other way.
At 90 years young, grey nomad Alan "Hilly" Hill has no intention of parking the motorhome for good. Known across CMCA’s SOLOS Network for his costume collection as much as his camaraderie, Hilly has spent 16 years touring Australia solo - proving age is no barrier to life on the road. Here's his story, and his simple advice for anyone thinking about doing the same.
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.
With competitive pricing, RV-specific cover and a team that understands the travelling lifestyle, CMCA Insurance is helping members get more from their insurance. Discover the benefits available, including the Price Beat Offer, $5,000 contents cover and a $60 CMCA credit for eligible new policies.
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.
Motorhomes under seven metres in length often have unavoidable compromises, but Sunliner’s new Ekho offers some good alternatives to common pain points, writes Malcolm Street.
A diesel heater is a must for off-grid cold-weather touring, and the AU Focus is a solid performer at an affordable price, writes Catherine Best.
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.
Preserving the natural environment is everyone’s responsibility, so help protect the places you love to visit with these easy steps.
If your dogs love the beach as much as Jacqui and Rob Woods' do, you're in for a treat. Travelling with dogs full-time in their 2023 On The Move Traxx Series 4 couples van, Jacqui has learned exactly what makes life on the road easier for Georgie and Bella - and she's sharing every hard-won tip.
Water damage is every RV owner's worst nightmare, but a few simple maintenance checks can help keep your rig protected.
What happens when you sell everything and hit the road? Discover how one couple traded a conventional life for full-time RV travel around Australia.
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.
