If you are something of a photographer – and who isn’t these days with the marketplace awash with digital cameras, and you enjoy camping on a regular basis, make sure you take a camera with you on every camping trip. Why? Well obviously you can record the highlights of your trips, but you are in the perfect environment to take some outstanding photographs: you are close to nature and wildlife, and you can take advantage of the changing light conditions during the day. … read more … »

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Day one of this article covered a trip to Tully Gorge and Koombooloomba dam. Day two of our search for out of the way places on the Cairns Tablelands took us to historic Herberton and Irvinebank followed by an off-road loop via Mount Misery and the Silver Valley Roads. The loop was just over a rugged 30 kms and was a wonderful off-road adventure. Leaving our camp site at Atherton we drove south west to historic Herberton. … read more … »

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In April 2013 my wife and I decided to take a midweek break up to the Cairns Tablelands again. We had been camping there on many occasions at different locations. This time we opted for our favourite spot near Atherton – Woodlands Caravan Park (click the link to read the review on this site). Our aim this time was to discover a bit more about the tablelands. … read more … »

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If you buy a decent caravan from new these days you need deep pockets, so it makes sense to protect your valuable asset once the purchase has been made. Getting a good insurance cover is one thing, and a previous article has covered that topic. But insurance won’t prevent damage to your rig when traveling. Some added protection is required. … read more … »

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There’s no denying that Australia is a very old island continent. Before European settlement in the late 1700s, the land had been occupied for 40,000 years or more by indigenous peoples, but before that it was the land where dinosaurs roamed. So what better outback camping trip to take than to trace some of those prehistoric inhabitants? … read more … »

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For those of us who have been going camping for years – since we were kids in most cases – it’s quite difficult to imagine what it must be like to be someone who has never found the activity appealing before. You get to go out into the great outdoors, away from technology, the pressures of your job and home problems, and just have a good time with the people you love and like out in the wilderness. … read more … »

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If you own and use a caravan or camper, I would imagine you have it and its contents insured. But have you read your Product Disclosure Statement lately? You might be surprised at what you discover, and then start wondering whether you are getting value for your premium. … read more … »

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It would not be surprising, given the unpredictable weather, if UK citizens didn’t embrace the camping spirit as much as people in other more climate-favourable parts of the world. The truth is however, that various factors have made camping in the UK a popular choice for holidaymakers. … read more … »

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Whether you are camping, four wheel driving or Jeeping, a decent cooler is always a good thing to have. It’s true that most RVs, caravans and even trailer tents come with some sort of refrigerator, but after you have stacked it with food for your camping trip there’s often no room for beer, wine and soft drinks; and what about that lobster you just picked up and will have for dinner tonight? That’s when you need a cooler, and this article will attempt to point out what to look for with camping coolers. … read more … »

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Modern caravans, motorhomes and camper trailers are usually fitted out with some kind of gas appliances, which may include stove tops, ovens and heaters (water and space). If you are “under canvas” then it is likely you carry a portable gas stove and maybe gas lights. Either way, all gas appliances must be installed in accordance with current gas safety requirements that comply with the law and ensure minimal risk to you and your family. Additionally it is always important to ensure gas equipment and appliances are regularly tested and serviced as necessary, for peace of mind. Here are some pointers to help with safety around gas appliances and equipment. … read more … »

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