Kmart Caravan Storage
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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

Caravan Accessories – 25 Of The Most Popular In Australia.
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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

Caravan Park Membership Cards – Are they worth it?
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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

CARAVAN
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The Coromal Magnum Transforma caravan is a nice compromise between a camper trailer and a full sized caravan. The caravan can fit under a standard height garage/carport when it is in storage. The expander style works well for our family … Read More

How to transform a mattress into a caravan seat.
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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

Our Coromal Caravan
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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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Bluetti EB55 Review
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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

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Gift Ideas for Dad
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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

Our Gear Tried & Tested
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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
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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

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SHOP Products we like from brands we trust. SHOP OUR RECOMMENDATIONS Our top recommendations.Tried & tested by us.LEARN MORE Kids collection Guides & Maps Camping & Hiking GearTRIED AND TESTED 4WD AccessoriesCOMING SOON Tried & Tested caravan accessoriesCOMING SOON

Camping & Hiking Gear
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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

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El Questro – A Self Drive Five Day Itinerary.
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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

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Camping Gift Ideas Under $100
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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

My Five Favourite Bloggers This Month – June.
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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

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The B.E.S.T water filters in Australia?
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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

My 5 favourite bloggers this month.
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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

How to experience Horizontal Falls with kids.
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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

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15 Best Apps For Travelling Australia.
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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

Decathlon Camping Table with 4 Seats REVIEW.
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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

Thetford Porta Potti Review
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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

Dometic Follow the Sun Relay
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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

The World Heritage Daintree & Bloomfield Track
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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

CAMPMEALS BY TORCHLIGHT
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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

Should I sell my house to fund my travels?
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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

Media Features and Content
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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

LAP OF OZ BUDGET
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How much does it cost to travel around Australia? We show you what it costs our family to travel around Australia. It can help you plan and budget for your own trip so you can have a fair idea of … Read More

DISCLAIMER & PRIVACY POLICY
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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

The New Australian Dream?
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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

Epic Trip Travellers Guide to Tasmania.
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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

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Tasmania’s North West Coast
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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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Our YouTube Channel was launched in April 2018. Finding and sharing great camping locations throughout Australia and Epic off road trips in our 4WD.   Get the latest footage when you subscribe to our Lapping Oz Channel.

The Wilderness Begins, South West Tasmania.
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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

Hobart and beyond.
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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

Travel with a dog.
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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

Volkswagen Amarok 2.0L
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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

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About Us
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First the basics We are a family of four and left Sydney about four years ago to travel Australia. We drive a ute, towing a pop top caravan. Did we sell our house to fund our trip?We didn’t sell our … Read More