There are many fantastic freedom campsites available to us all, varying from those offering serenity and solitude to those popular with other travellers. The freedom enjoyed without having to resort to paying to stay in caravan parks is something many of us enjoy.
However, there are times when the campsite you’ve chosen to stay at may be unsafe, or you find that just as you prepare for happy hour, you’re interrupted by a rowdy newcomer who arrives with music blaring, kicking up dust and creating a disturbance.
Don’t worry too much though as in my travels I have learnt some tips to consistently find safe campsites to enjoy each night. This advice will help you to plan your next trip, or when setting off on the next stage of your adventure, to feel confident that you too will find safe campsites every night from now on. Read More
Photo Credit Shaana McNaught/Tourism NT
The New York Times ranked Darwin 12 out of “52 Places to Go in 2018”, I reckon it should be ranked higher and here’s why.
The tropical city of Darwin is the multicultural capital of the Northern Territory and with so much to see and do, you’ll need time to enjoy the entire experience that is Darwin and its surrounds. The best bit is you don’t need to plan much as Darwin is an extremely laid-back city where time moves nice and slow. Read More
My job takes me out on the road more often these days but I never complain. I mean, I get to experience Australia in a way so many of you dream of. I was the same years ago, but now I am Living the Dream, Sharing the Experience. What I pack each time depends on the destination, but there are a number of core items that I ensure I have as they are important in making my adventures more enjoyable, and here they are in no particular order. Read More
Concrete eyesores become the perfect muse.
Who would have thought slapping some paint on an old wheat silo would become a craze? Vandals have been tagging them for decades, but now authentic artists are volunteering their time and skill to create some magical works. The Yarriambiack Shire in Western Victoria has been working on ways to improve the local economy by increasing tourism and tourist dollar spend. They started by creating several superb free camping sites and establishing several RV Friendly towns. But more was needed to give visitors a reason to visit the region, so they created Australia’s largest outdoor art gallery. You can read my full article in RV Daily Magazine
Glenn Marshall Travel Writer 