On caravanning forums everywhere, over and over again, the question comes up "Do I need a UHF Radio?"... Firstly, what is a UHF Radio. UHF stands for Ultra High Frequency, which operates within the frequency range 300MHz to 3GHz, known for being reliable (even in challenging environments). This type of radio is commonly used for two-way communication. The answer to the question "Do I need a UHF Radio?" is - while, no, technically you don't need one, a UHF Radio is a very usef

Camped offgrid and need to save water? Here are 5 things we do to save water: When offgrid, we shower only every second or third day with baby wipe "baths" in between. Showers are very short, turn off while soaping and only ever wash hair when desperate When washing up, use the smallest amount of really hot water. We don't have a washing machine, as we find they use too much water. See our Blog How to survive without a washing machine . We have a water spray bottle beside the

Spending Easter in your caravan this year? Personally I love doing Easter Craft with my family - everyone usually gets involved and it's a great way to decorate your caravan with a bit of Easter cheer! Here are four (4) Easter craft ideas that can be enjoyed by all ages using simple items that you can take with you. We recommend taking a craft box containing the following items: Craft glue Twine or string Scissors Plastic animal eyes Pipe cleaners Craft pom poms in Easter col

Here are 10 free activities, plus 10 more for kids, that are absolutely free!

Here are some easy dinner and dessert ideas for caravanners.

For safety reasons, it's important to keep your caravan well maintained. Additionally, insurance companies typically require you to...

Want to make your Halloween that bit more memorable? Got a thing for spooky sites? Here are some to check out. The Rocks, Sydney A...

Spending Christmas in your caravan this year? Personally, I love doing Christmas Craft with our extended family - everyone usually gets...

We have travelled with our kids at every age and enjoyed it, but it IS different. We have 2 boys, 18mths apart in age. Just our...

While some families can’t survive in a caravan without all the bells & whistles, our family of 2 adults 2 kids have managed to caravan for the last 20 years quite simplistically. One example of this is… we have never had a washing machine in our caravan. Before you ask, yes, we frequently camp off grid with no power or water. I use a plastic screw top container, which is cheap (can buy from any hardware store for around $10), light weight, and multi-purpose. Mine has a capaci

Winter camping can be fantastic – roaring fires, stunning sunsets, no flies, and fewer crowds! But winter camping does pose challenges....

Wastewater can be classified into two categories. Grey water is wastewater from non-toilet plumbing systems in your caravan or...

Everyone travels differently with kids. It may be age dependant, or dictated by motion sickness, or how well they can stay occupied....

Here are eight (8) of my favorite recipes for one-pot meals that can easily be prepared on your caravan stovetop without too much washing...

There is a bewildering range of styles, layouts, sizes, and construction materials on the market, so before buying a caravan we recommend...

When you are new to something, there can be a whole lingo of terms and acronyms that you are unfamiliar with. Caravan definitions...

We recommend knowing the height and length of your caravan and the GCM of your tow tug and caravan. Write it down, keep at hand, stick it...

Whether it’s a travel day or a lazy Sunday morning, here are some breakfast ideas for caravanners. Lazy mornings: Scrambled eggs & toast...

We often get asked about packing. What are the essentials? How many clothes do you take? This varies greatly depending on how you operate...

We all want to make the most of our holiday time, and while some people are prepared to wing their caravan holiday without any planning,...