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Labour Day in New South Wales gives us a much needed long weekend in October each year. So, what better way to spend three days off work than by travelling…
Labour Day in New South Wales gives us a much needed long weekend in October each year. So, what better way to spend three days off work than by travelling…
Looking for ideas on things to do in Auckland? Head out west to explore the wonders at Auckland Zoo and MOTAT!
It’s time to get cracking on your Easter holiday plans. Gather your family or friends and get away with a driving holiday around Australia. Or what about ticking off that…
If you’ve dreamed of taking an Australian holiday escape, now is the time to #HolidayHereThisYear! Whether it’s a city escape, bush bashing trip or perhaps you have an empty esky…
Hiring a car with your mates and road tripping to some outrageously fun campsite or batch is basically a rite of passage for Kiwis, and a no-arguments, no-excuses must-do for…
If you’re looking for places to explore around Christchurch, head over to Arthur’s Pass a couple of hours away for some of the coolest wildlife you’ll find in New Zealand. The New Zealand Kea is the cheekiest bird you’ll ever meet. The Kea is known as the New Zealand mountain parrot, and you’ll only find them in harsh alpine environments around the South Island. It’s estimated that there are somewhere between 1,000 and 5,000 of these birds left in the wild.
TIME TO DISCOVER ARARAT Only a two hour trip from Melbourne is the rural township of Ararat, a local service town and gateway to the Grampians. A town of contrasts,…
From country music events to spectacular Outback festivals, or food and wine extravaganzas to riverboats and jazz, there’s something worth driving to just about anywhere in Australia all-year round. Here…
A European Christmas is very different to an Aussie one. There’s no scorching heatwaves, sizzling BBQs or Christmas Day at the beach. But, there are the twinkling Christmas lights, warming…
Christmas is almost upon us and what better way to spend the extra time off work than on an adventure with your loved ones? Australia is so vast, from its…
TIME TO DISCOVER CORAMANDAL PENINSULA So you have flown into Auckland in New Zealand and picked up your motorhome rental or car. You’ve done the local sights. Been over the…
New South Wales is the oldest state in Australia, so it’s no surprise that it’s home to many supernatural sightings. From haunted isolated hospitals to dark and eerie caves, or…
So you have been to the coast, done the theatre and eaten at enough gourmet restaurants. Looking for something different and feel like a road trip to somewhere unique? Well…
Prince Harry and Meghan are set to embark on their first official Royal tour since getting married in May. The newlyweds will follow in the footsteps of Prince Charles and…
Just because you’re not behind the wheel of a hire car or campervan doesn’t mean you don’t have a key role to play in the journey. Passengers, especially the one sitting in…
Excited for spring? You should be. Springtime brings warmer weather, which means it’s the perfect time to plan your next campervan adventure. But where should you go? Here are 10 places…
One of the best things about winter in Australia is being fortunate enough to be able to witness the spectacular sight of whales migrating the vast and scenic coastline. With thousands…
TIME TO DISCOVER PORT FAIRY Across the length and breadth of this great land there exist numerous iconic, historical and must visit townships. This is especially so of our…
If you’ve booked a hire car to explore Australia, chances are you’re going to need somewhere to rest your head at night. But before you make a beeline for the…
Splendour in the Grass is back this weekend for its 17th year and if you’re heading to Australia’s largest music festival you’re in for an eclectic mix of top musical…
So you are based in Melbourne, staying in Melbourne or you have just arrived. You have done the footy, the restaurants, the coast. It’s time to get out and about…
A campervan holiday is a fantastic way to explore the great outdoors whilst giving you an unforgettable experience. Having the freedom to get up and hit the road to your…
Limestone Coast splendour The Limestone Coast of South Australia is a truly wonderful destination to visit. Magnificent sandy beaches, serious cliffs and rocky outcrops, blowholes, caves and being at the…
For many of us (sorry Queensland and WA, not you this time) the Queen’s Birthday long weekend is fast approaching. If you haven’t got plans yet, it’s time to act….
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