Here are some of the best caravan storage ideas and ways to save space for your van that are really simple, easy and budget friendly. If you find something that you like, I’ve popped in a link on some products, … Read More
Are you struggling to keep all of your devices charged and ready to go? Looking for something easy to use, featuring multiple charging options and is good bang for your buck? We love the freedom of an off grid lifestyle … Read More
Updated 3rd April 2023. Tesalate Towel Review. This Tesalate towel review will help you discover if a beach towel really can be sand free, ultra absorbent and quick dry? The founders of Tesalate, Jackie Lam and Volkan Ozbek, began their … Read More
Oh boy, I’ve gone down the rabbit hole that is Youtube and surfaced with these Australian Youtube channels to watch and subscribe to in 2023.… Read More
Here you’ll find a great selection of Kmart caravan storage solutions that are easy on the budget. Some of these ideas I’ve used myself for caravanning around Australia. Click on the images to find out more information of each product … Read More
Here is a collection of gift ideas for Dad, who enjoys camping, caravanning and 4wding. From electronics to knives, camping to recovery gear and clothing to accessories, your Dad will be stoked to receive any of these useful gifts. When … Read More
Tried & Tested The gear we have used (and abused) are all here. These products have stood the test of time and we highly recommend them to you. SHOP OUR GEAR DECATHLON QUECHUA COMFY CHAIRWith lightweight mesh, this chair is … Read More
Guides & Maps. Maps are essential for your Australian road trip. Here are our top recommendations. EXPLORE MORE Map of Australia UV outdoor sticker.Perfect for inside or outside. Trace your travels with this very popular map of Australia. $29.95BUY Map … Read More
Kids collection. Fun and practical camping products for kids & teens. EXPLORE MORE Decathlon rechargeable & wind up lantern.This rechargeable lantern is really easy for kids to use, has 3 power modes and concealed hook. We’ve been using ours for … Read More
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CAMPING & HIKING GEAR Shop our camping recommendations. EXPLORE MORE DECATHLON PRESSURE SOLAR SHOWERThis pressurised solar shower is incredibly popular overseas and it is now available in Australia. Amazing value at $69BUY 3 PERSON 2 SECOND TENTFresh and Black 2 … Read More
This is the most in-depth long-term Volkswagen Amarok review in Australia, by owners who have driven it to its maximum potential. First of all, we purchased the 2.0L in February 2014 and the V6 was not released yet. So our … Read More
It has been six months since our 4WD received its biggest overhaul yet – raptor paint on the whole car. During this time, the Amarok has been bush bashing and been through some decent river crossings in Victoria’s High Country.… Read More
El QUESTRO is a 700,000 acre natural masterpiece of diverse and vast sandstone ranges, gorges, thermal springs, rainforest pockets and swimming holes. With accomodation options ranging from camping in your own rig to 5 star luxury resort living, El Questro is accessible to everyone.… Read More
Find out everything you need to know about painting your entire 4WD vehicle with raptor liner in this 8 part blog post. What is Raptor Liner? Why we chose raptor liner? How to achieve a professional result? How much Raptor … Read More
Stuck on camping gift ideas? I’ve put together a Christmas cracker list of gifts to get you started. These gifts are thoughtful, useful and budget friendly.… Read More
Are you ready to go on a journey of discovery and find the best Aussie camp spots you’ve never heard of? Here’s a list of my favourite spots featuring one from every state…… Read More
There are an incredible amount of caravan accessories on the market and this can make it hard to know what options are important. After spending a great deal of time touring in a van ourselves and chatting with other caravanners, you soon realise what people are loving. Here’s 25 of the most popular caravan accessories in Australia right now. … Read More
My 5 Favourite bloggers this month are a mixture of off road enthusiasts and adventure seekers.… Read More
Maybe you’re renovating a caravan or perhaps you just need a couple of caravan storage solutions, you’re going to find the lot right here.… Read More
My 5 favourite bloggers this month are all Aussie’s who travel around Australia with a caravan. Its a nice mix this month of young couples and families, I hope you enjoy discovering more bloggers to follow.… Read More
This mum’s guide to a caravanning and camping lap around Australia is exactly that! A guide! It’s not designed to ignite a debate on gender roles. All these tips are things that I do, and not just because I am a mum.… Read More
So that was my five favourite bloggers for the month of June. As I have mentioned in my previous fav blogger post, there are some amazing bloggers who share great destination stories and they are not on my list…yet. I just haven’t discovered them yet. I love finding new inspiring folk to follow, so if you think there is someone I should know about, let me know.… Read More
B.E.S.T water filter review. Whether you’re planning a lap of Australia or a weekend away, the last thing you’re thinking of is the water quality of your camping destination… The truth is, some towns and regions suffer with what I … Read More
I often assume that everyone else is following the same bloggers as me, but I’ve come to realise that this is not always the case. So I’ve decided I will start sharing my 5 favourite travel bloggers each month. There … Read More
This week I launched a new Facebook group – RV Project Australia – dedicated to caravan and van projects. It will be a great place to share your progress, tips and tricks, finished projects and anything else. A positive and friendly space.… Read More
Travelling across Australia during COVID 19 restrictions was no easy feat. As you know, government policies were changing day by day. Then throw in a daunting task of driving more than 5,000kms without being allowed to explore and add a … Read More
“If you don’t leave, you may have to move to a place where you don’t want to be.” Our experience and the realities of being an interstate traveller, staying on the Ningaloo Coast in Western Australia. In the beginning of … Read More
The Ledlenser ML6 is a rechargeable lantern with power bank functionality. Finding a piece of camping equipment that can serve more than one purpose, like the ML6, well then you know you’re onto a winner! The ML6 lantern is a … Read More
A tour of Horizontal Falls is one of the most exciting things to experience in Western Australia’s Kimberley region. Firstly, the falls are an incredible demonstration of the massive tides that the area is world renown for. Secondly, the majestic … Read More
These are the best apps for travelling Australia, we just can’t live without them. They make travel so much easier and we use them for fun, social connections, safety and educational reasons. And most of them are totally FREE! Windy … Read More
10 easy steps to recover caravan seat cushions yourself, without sewing a single stitch!… Read More
These tips about fabric will give you the confidence to have a crack at recovering caravan seat cushions yourself.… Read More
Not sure how to choose the right type of upholstery fabric for your caravan? There are a few important factors to consider, to ensure all your hard work doesn’t go to waste. 1. How often you use your caravan seats. … Read More
Caravan interior design in the past has been well, quite boring. If you’re doing a makeover or a complete renovation of a caravan, one of the most important decisions you’re going to make is the design and style of your … Read More
Decathlon gave us a Quechua 2 Seconds Pop Up tent to test in Australian conditions. In our review you’ll find out how the 2 Second pop up tent handles real world testing, how to set up, pack up and our overall rating.… Read More
Cape Range National Park has EVERYTHING that we love about camping. What makes it our FAV, is it’s literally on the door step of the magnificent Ningaloo Reef. You’ll find this National Park near Exmouth, on Western Australia’s Coral Coast. … Read More
These 20 essentials to travel Australia are all about things that make life easier and serve a useful purpose. Travel essentials for a happy camper…… Read More
The list you’re about to read features all of the things that I have found we can’t travel without or wish we had. Here are some ideas of things to consider having for your next camping or caravanning adventure. The … Read More
Rainbow Cliff is a short 4km drive on bitumen to the 4WD track turnoff, from the township of Nhulunbuy, on the Northern Territory’s Gove peninsula.… Read More
After 13 weeks of daily use and the equivalent of 45 weekend camping trips, our Decathlon camping table and chair set has been given a fair workout. WHAT’S IN THE SET? The set consists of a lightweight aluminium table and … Read More
The Thetford Porta Potti is one of the shortest portable toilets available on the market. We chose it for its compact size and it can almost fit entirely under the dining area bed.… Read More
Central Arnhem Road is notorious for being rough on your gear and it is one of those road trips where being prepared for remote travel is vital. It’s a 670km corrugated, bumpy and dippy dirt road which delivers you all the … Read More
Wet weather hiking with kids. I know what you’re thinking, who goes hiking in the rain? More importantly, who hikes in the rain with kids? Sure, you may get wet, but if you have some good hiking gear, you can … Read More
Dometic Follow the Sun Relay Blogs Dometic Follow the Sun Relay Blog Series. We answered a callout for explorers and adventurers who wanted to be a part of an amazing road trip in a Winnebago Motorhome. Our 17 day tour … Read More
If you’ve been to Europe, you’ll most likely be familiar with Decathlon and its range. If you don’t know anything about them, here is the gist; Decathlon is the world’s largest sporting goods retailer, offering an exclusive range of products … Read More
COLEMAN HOT WATER ON DEMAND H20ASIS ELITE & CARRY BAG The Coleman HWOD H20ASIS is a portable hot water unit capable of producing hot water in seconds. Its maximum heat output is 7500 BTU’s and it has a lithium Ion … Read More
It’s like a whole other dimension in the Daintree with the most fascinating plants that belong in an ancient lost world! Taking the Daintree River Ferry. The ferry crossing is short and it feels like you’re about to embark on … Read More
You can imagine our delight when we visited the Sydney Caravan Camping Holiday Super Show at Rosehill Gardens Racecourse and signed up for free caravan park membership discount cards with Big 4 and Top Tourist Holiday Parks. We envisioned enjoying … Read More
Is coffee a meal? Some may argue it is, enjoying a fresh brew regardless of the time of day. Instant coffee definitely has its place when you are camping, but nothing beats a barista made cup of goodness. Compact, light … Read More
Inspired by growing up near the Vietnamese community of Cabramatta, in Sydney, our Campmeal by Torchlight version is as close as we can get to the real deal. Ideally, sliced cucumber should be included, however, we find them difficult to … Read More
With twenty years of tent camping experience and 12 months of caravan life, we know the best camping meals that everyone in the family will enjoy. The ideal camp meal uses tasty ingredients and uses the least amount of pots, … Read More
YOU WILL NEED 1 pkt rice paper rolls 1 pre cooked chicken breast, thinly sliced 2-3 carrots cut into thin sticks 1 portion of rice vermicelli noodles Coriander, fresh bunch Warm water 1 bottle of Vietnamese Dipping sauce or satay … Read More
A week after two near fatal shark attacks, we were snorkelling the Great Barrier Reef at Hook Island! As parents, we can honestly say there was some stress involved when booking our trip out from Airlie Beach. It would be … Read More
It’s a question contemplated by many Australians who want to experience the New Australian Dream; sell your property or keep your house and lease it to tenants to fund your travels? The answer is very complicated and every individual has … Read More
Our story and experiences. We create content. Check out our media coverage and articles here. We provide written travel stories using our authentic style and share tips and guides to travelling throughout Australia. We are proud Ambassadors for Decathlon Australia … Read More
1. Baby Wipes. Using baby wipes or wet ones is a fast and effective way to wipe away the crap, I mean dust. You need to pack these and here is why – You get really dirty when you are … Read More
DISCLAIMER. This website contains blogs created by Mia & Adam Reeve. The information contained in our blog is for entertainment purposes only and you should do your own research and seek professional advice where appropriate. We are not trained survivalists … Read More
Eight months of full time travel is done and dusted! We are still together and still like each other. So what’s the secret to living in a caravan and surviving van life? 1. Extreme Patience. It helps to have … Read More
Travel Australia before you hit retirement age! Are you ready to unplug your current existence and take the plunge? One thing we know for sure is that our home, Australia, is a magical place. It is an ancient land, carved … Read More
Remote Travel – are you ready? Travelling in remote areas like Australia’s Outback is the dream of many adventure seekers. The Outback has some of the best desert 4WD destinations on the planet. With some careful planning and knowledge it … Read More
Planning and preparing for your visit to Tasmania is easy with our Epic Trip Travellers Guide. This guide is for those who are bringing their own 4wd vehicle and wish to explore beyond the regular tourist information dished out to … Read More
Our time in Tasmania is almost up and there is still so much we haven’t seen! We leave Launceston, Tasmania’s second largest city, head for the North coast and stay in caravan parks for the week. Shocking, we know! The … Read More
It was time to leave the coast and head inland to experience some of the best scenery Tasmania has to offer -the World Heritage Listed Cradle Mountain – Lake St Clair National Park. We also visit one of Tasmania’s … Read More
Here at Lapping Oz we strive to showcase all the wonderful things about our home – Australia. So far, our travel blogs are all about the creamiest, most delicious parts of some of Australia’s most remote and epic camping locations. … Read More
So, you’re planning a trip around Australia and are unsure what to pack? If you are planning on ‘roughing’ it with a tent and your entire life needs to fit inside your vehicle, this camping checklist is for you. Here … Read More
If you’re planning to visit Tasmania and you love wild, unspoilt pieces of paradise and you’re self sufficient, then you NEED to visit the West Coast. Just pack more food than you’ll think you need so you don’t run low … Read More
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This is it. We’ve been hanging to explore true wilderness and we are finally on our way towards Tasmania’s West Coast. This week we celebrate a birthday and two months on the road! Yeehar! The Good Bits. Macquarie Harbour is … Read More
After a brief over night stay at Hobart Showgrounds to perform maintenance on the car, we headed to a different location in the South West Wilderness – Mount Field National Park. The Good Bits. It was easy to find free … Read More
We were really excited to leave Hobart and venture off into the wilderness again. Being off grid and away from civilisation is something we strive for. We are continuously creating our own version of caravanning & camping around Australia. You … Read More
It was time to leave the Tasman Peninsula and make our way towards Hobart. Little did we know, we were all in for a real treat this week. We departed camp in the morning with a direction and no plan … Read More
We spent 8 days on the Tasman peninsula and experienced loads of 4WDing adventures, bush walks, lookouts and beach days. We were completed stoked to be back on the coast and camping at one of our most favourite spots in … Read More
On the East coast, our next campground was Moulting Lagoon Game Reserve. This camp ground is conveniently located close to Freycinet National Park, Coles Bay and Friendly Beaches. Incredibly, this camp ground is FREE and DOG FRIENDLY! Yaasss! The lagoon … Read More
With high spirits we board the Spirit of Tasmania! We were up EARLY on a Sunday to join the queue for our day sail. The kids were stoked to be sailing on a huge ship. There was enough activities to … Read More
The house is not longer a home and we are off on a family journey around Australia! Our caravan is our home on wheels now. The weeks leading up to leaving were really hectic and we left without all of … Read More
I knew when we first picked up our used caravan, it needed some type of caravan makeover. The first item on the list was most definitely the curtains. The caravan curtains were hideous. WHERE TO START? They were maroon. Not … Read More
Are you are questioning whether to bring your dog on holidays with you? We are a family of four and are two weeks into our big lap of Oz and have had zero problems with our decision to bring our … Read More
Van life demands multifunctional design. Ideally, everything in your van should have the ability to perform more than one task. Imagine if your lounge area could convert into a comfortable bed in less than 30 seconds? I have an out-of-the-box design … Read More
We all want to travel and experience more, but how can we actually DO that? I want to share with you some of the strategies to save money that I use and I know will make a difference. I am … Read More
OUR CARAVAN Trying to choose the right caravan has its challenges! We purchased the style of van that would suit our desires and our budget. A 2011 Coromal Magnum Transforma XC450. It has off road & off grid capabilities. We … Read More
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YEAR & MODEL Our 4X4 is a 2014 Volkswagen Amarok TDI420 Highline Dual Cab Ute. It is an 8 speed automatic 2.0L Twin Turbo Diesel in Starlight blue. Find out current pricing on a new Amarok here. We chose … Read More
Have you been dreaming about updating your caravan seat cushions but don’t know where to start? Do you have a limited budget and would like to freshen up your caravan space? Here is one simple method to get a new … Read More
THE FIRST BIG LAP. Doing the big lap and sixteen months of tent living did not come about after a snap decision. When we returned from a Euro trip, we committed ourselves to saving and getting the things needed for … Read More
