Caravan World

Caravan World is the ‘go-to’ destination for reviews of new caravans and motorhomes, as well as amazing Australian destinations. From Wilsons Promontory to Weipa, the Gunbarrel to the Gibb River Road, Caravan World travels to the best vanning locations this country has to offer. Caravan World is full of advice on tow vehicles and technical advice. Need tips on how to use a weight distribution hitch, or finding the right coupling for your van? Caravan World employs the most knowledgeable writers for up-to-date technical advice. Caravan World tests the latest gadgets, from ball weight scales to GPS, all to make life on the road more comfortable. You’ll also find recipes, the latest news on the Aussie vanning scene, and topical columns. Caravan World has been published for over 40 years, with only four editors in that time. You can trust them.

Caravan World

FIRST WORDS

REACHING NEW HEIGHTS IN GRAMPIANS NATIONAL PARK

DAY HIKES

RETURN OF TATTS FINKE DESERT RACE

TRIPTECH REPORT EXAMINES IN-TRIP BEHAVIOURS OF DOMESTIC TRAVELLERS

CRUISEMASTER RECALLS ITS ELECTRIC TRAILER BRAKES

NATIONAL ROAD SAFETY WEEK 2021 TARGETING CARAVANNERS

THE GREAT WEIGHT DEBATE • Vehicle towing capacity is a weighty topic in the caravanning and camping industry.

TAKING ONE FOR THE TEAM • Travelling plans on the ice yet again

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Q&A

DO35 V3-R ALL-TERRAIN DROP-ON COUPLING

POSTBAG

TRAVEL HAPPY • We shine the spotlight on caravanners, their rigs, and their travel tales

WIN!

HOW TO WIN

10 OF THE BEST SHORT TRIPS FROM SYDNEY • Short drives can yield big adventures. Discover pristine beaches, rugged mountains, waterfalls, and slow-moving rivers all within a few hours of Sydney. Sip some of the world’s best wines, visit a gin distillery, and immerse yourself in contemporary art. Follow a rock art trail and be inspired by the world’s oldest continuous living culture. Read on for 10 of the best short trips from Sydney, replete with tips only the locals know about.

THE FUTURE OF PARK LIFE • The pandemic caused seismic shifts in Australia’s tourism industry, and caravan parks were hit hard. Now that demand is soaring, how are parks adapting and will these changes affect the way we travel?

OPEN ROAD ADVENTURES • Sticking to the bitumen doesn't need to be a compromise. These five best blacktop adventures will take you right around the country without shaking your chassis.

ON COURSE • The Golf Tourer 650 is a family van at the top of the Golf range with lots of room thanks to a slide-out lounge

GOLF TOURER 650-3

RATINGS

EXPLORING OVERLAND • Wending 1550km throughout the upper half of Australia, the Overlanders Way provides a thoroughly unique look at Australia's rich cultural history.

CONTACTS

DOUBLE TROUBLE • The range-topping XTR takes the already special Wonderland RV caravans to a whole new level. We loved our first look so much, we booked another — sort of.

WONDERLAND 1906 XTR

RATINGS

THE CHALLENGE

THE SHOWS GOES ON • The massive turnout at the recent Victorian Caravan Camping and Touring Show proves that the boom in the caravan industry hasn’t slowed down yet. John Ford takes us on a tour of everything new and exciting on display.

SEEKING THE ROAD TRAVELLED • Coromal’s new Soul Seeker range is designed to suit couples or solo travellers at a price that won’t break the bank.

COROMAL SOUL SEEKER 18FT

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The Real GOLDEN OUTBACK • Beautiful sunsets, picturesque walks, and a taste of history: this mid-west gem is worth discovering.

FACTS • There are many station stays worth checking out that are...