Hey team, welcome to our #vanlife blog, filled with the best stories, tips, advice and misadventures from our current journey travelling around Australia in a campervan.
On this page you’ll find all of our general van life blogs. If you find any useful or fun, please share them with your friends and anyone who may be interested in living in a van and travelling the world.
- The 5 BEST 12 Volt TVs – Ultimate RV Buyers Guide [2021]
We put the best 12 volt TV products to the test in this ultimate buyers guide to bring you our top recommended options! Want to … - The 10 BEST Campervan Inverters – MUST-READ 2021 GuideWelcome to our ultimate guide to the best campervan inverters you can buy! Whether you want a simple inverter you can plug into your 12v …
- The 10 BEST Campervan Solar Panels (Ultimate 2021 Guide)Welcome to our ultimate guide to the best campervan solar panels available! Whether you want a more affordable portable solar system or want to fix …
- The 10 BEST Propane Generators – Ultimate RV Guide [2021]If you’ve been searching for the best propane generators for your RV, campervan or off-grid living you’ve come to the right place! We tested the …
- The 7 BEST Campervan Stoves for Any RV and Budget (2021)Welcome to our ultimate guide to the best campervan stove on the market! Whether you want to build a fixed stove in your campervan or …
- The 9 BEST Campervan Heaters – Ultimate 2021 Buyers Guide
Welcome to our ultimate guide to the best campervan heaters on the market! Whether you want a cheap option or go all out on a … - The ULTIMATE Guide to Buying a Campervan in Australia (2021)
If you’re thinking about buying a campervan in Australia, there are quite a few things you need to know. The first thing is that you … - LIVING IN A VAN – Your Complete Guide to Full-Time #VanLifeIf you’re thinking about living in a van and hitting the open road, there’s a lot of things you need to know first. Our ultimate …
- Tyre Safety – Stats, Tips and Why We Put Continental Tyres on Our CampervanWhen it comes to living the van life, there’s thousands of articles on the internet all about tips and hacks to make this dream lifestyle …
- The 5 BEST Camping Chairs for RV and Van Life (2021 Guide)After a long day of driving across the country, there’s nothing more relaxing than spending an evening outdoors underneath the twinkling stars. That’s why it’s …
- The BEST Campervan Mattress in 2021 (For Comfy Sleeps)A comfortable campervan mattress is a key to catching a good night’s sleep. This is especially true for anyone living in a van full-time like …
- 8 BEST Campervan Shower Options – 2021 Alternative RV GuideWelcome to our ultimate guide to the best campervan shower options! Whether you’re just trying to get away from bathing in a river or lake …
- The Ultimate Guide to the BEST Campervan Batteries (2021)Welcome to our ultimate guide to the best battery for campervans on the market! Whether you want just enough juice to keep your devices charged …
- The BEST Campervan Bed Ideas for DIY and Pre-Built Van LifeWelcome to our ultimate guide to the best campervan bed ideas! Whether you want are looking for the most basic convertible bed or want to …
- The 19 BEST Campervan Accessories (2021 Van Life Essentials)
Owning a campervan is one of the best lifestyle choices you can make. Travelling around with complete freedom in what is essentially a tiny home … - Episode 6 – Miniature Donkeys on the Sapphire Coast | Van LIfe Australia VlogWelcome to our van life videos series! We regularly publish #vanlife vlogs on our YouTube channel, and are excited to share them here on the …
- The 5 Best Campervan Washing Machines – Ultimate Laundry GuideJust because you live in a van doesn’t mean you need to have live in dirty clothes. With our ultimate guide to the best campervan …
- The 5 Best Campervan Water Heaters – Ultimate Buyers GuideLooking for the best campervan water heaters to install in your RV, motorhome or van? You’ve come to the right place with our expert-reviewed buying …
- THE 9 BEST CAMPERVAN WATER PUMPS – ULTIMATE BUYING GUIDE
Welcome to our ultimate guide to the best campervan water pumps on the market! Whether you want a simple mechanical pump or a worry-free 12v … - Nature’s Head Composting Toilet Review – Is This the Best in 2021?If you’re looking for the best eco-friendly toilet for your campervan or RV, then this Nature’s Head composting toilet review will help you with your …
- AGM vs Lithium Batteries – Which Technology is Best for Van Life?Welcome to our ultimate guide to AGM vs lithium batteries, help you choose the best battery technology on the market! Whether you want a simple …
- The 8 Best RV Battery Monitors – Ultimate Power GuideIf you’ve spent any time traveling off the grid, you’ll understand the importance of a long-lasting, durable battery. But while many van lifers invest a …
- Car Camping 101 – Epic Tips, Secrets and Packing EssentialsIf you’ve ever wanted to hit the road on an epic adventure, without breaking the budget for expensive accommodation or splashing out on a fully …
- The EPIC Van Life Guide to Free Camping in Australia (2021)Having travelled all around the country seeking out the best free camping in Australia, I’m pleased to bring you this expert guide on how you …
- The 7 Best Campervan Toilets – Ultimate 2021 Buying GuideWelcome to our ultimate guide to the best campervan toilets on the market! Whether you want are looking for a low-maintenance toilet solution for your …
- THE 5 BEST CAMPERVAN AIR CONDITIONERS – ULTIMATE BUYING GUIDESummer is just around the corner, and that means long road trips, weeklong vacations, and tons of outdoor adventure. But enjoying those long periods of …
- The 5 BEST Campervan Awnings (2021 Buyers Guide)Downsizing your living space is one of the biggest pains of living in a campervan. But just because you have little to no interior space …
- The 7 BEST Rooftop Tents for Epic Adventures (2021 Guide)Welcome to our ultimate guide to the best rooftop tents on the market! From basic rooftop tents offering essential protection from the elements to the …
- The 5 BEST Campervan Ovens – Perfect for RV Cooking in 2021Welcome to our ultimate guide to the best campervan ovens on the market! If you’re looking for a built-in oven or just want something lightweight …
- The 7 BEST Campervan Coffee Makers – Ultimate 2021 RV GuideWelcome to our ultimate guide to the best campervan coffee makers you can find! Whether you’re looking for a single cup at a time or …
- The 6 Best Campervan Roof Vents – Ultimate Buyer’s Guide for 2021Welcome to our ultimate guide to the best camper van roof vents on the market! Whether you want a multi-speed programmable vent or a simple, …
- The 10 Best Campervan Fridges – Ultimate Buying GuideWelcome to our ultimate guide to the best campervan fridges available on the market! Whether you want a more affordable portable fridge or want to …
- Van Life Australia Monthly Budget Report – February 2021Welcome to another Van Life Australia Budget post, where we open up completely about our expenses while travelling and living in our campervan full-time. This …
- Van Life Australia Monthly Budget Report – January 2021Welcome to another Van Life Australia Budget post, where we open up completely about our expenses while travelling and living in our campervan full-time. This …
- The 10 BEST RV Air Compressor ReviewsWelcome to our ultimate guide to the best RV air compressors available! Whether you want an onboard air compressor or something portable that is quick …
- Episode 5 – Free Camping in the Snowy Mountains
Welcome to our van life videos series! We regularly publish #vanlife vlogs on our YouTube channel, and are excited to share them here on the … - 21 Honest Tips to Surviving Van Life as a CoupleIf you and your partner are dreaming about becoming a van life couple, this post is for you! There’s no doubt that the lifestyle is …
- Episode 4 – Looking for Wombats in Bendeela | Van Life Australia VlogWelcome to our van life videos series! We regularly publish #vanlife vlogs on our YouTube channel, and are excited to share them here on the …
- Van Life Australia Monthly Budget Report – December 2020Welcome to another Van Life Australia Budget post, where we open up completely about our expenses while travelling and living in our campervan full-time. This …
- Van Life Australia Monthly Budget Report – November 2020Welcome to another Van Life Australia Budget post, where we open up completely about our expenses while travelling and living in our campervan full-time. This …
- Episode 3 – Warrumbungle National Park | Van Life Australia VlogWelcome to our van life videos series! We regularly publish #vanlife vlogs on our YouTube channel, and are excited to share them here on the …
- Episode 2 – Jervis Bay, NSW | Van Life Australia VlogWelcome to our van life videos series! We regularly publish #vanlife vlogs on our YouTube channel, and are excited to share them here on the …
- Episode 1 – Kiama, NSW | Van Life Australia VlogWelcome to our van life videos series! We regularly publish #vanlife vlogs on our YouTube channel, and are excited to share them here on the …
- Van Life Australia Monthly Budget Report – October 2020Welcome to another edition of our Van Life Australia Budget posts, where we open up completely about our expenses while travelling and living in our …
- 28 Campervan Hacks To Make Van Life Easier (and Cheaper)After spending years living in a van full time, we’ve discovered a bunch of campervan hacks that not only make our life easier and more …
- Changing Registration from Panel Van to Motorhome in NSWWhen we bought our beautiful motorhome, it had already been converted by the previous owner. This was a huge bonus for us as the work …
- Our Mercedes Sprinter Van Tour – Meet MarleeWe’d like to introduce you to the star of the show, the MVP of Van Life Theory – Marlee! Marlee is a 2008 Mercedes Sprinter …
- Van Life Australia Monthly Budget Report – September 2020Welcome to another Van Life Australia Budget post, where we open up completely about our expenses while travelling and living in our campervan full-time. This …
- Van Life Australia Monthly Budget Report – August 2020Welcome to another Van Life Australia Budget post, where we open up completely about our expenses while travelling and living in our campervan full-time. Keeping …
- VAN LIFE AUSTRALIA Monthly Budget Report – July 2020Welcome to our blog series where we are going to open up completely and dive into our monthly van life costs and budget here in …
- Van Life Australia Monthly Budget Report – June 2020Welcome to our new series where we are going to open up completely and dive into our monthly van life costs and budget here in …
- 5 Things We’ve Learnt from Our First Week on the RoadIt’s now the end of our first week of living out of the van while travelling New South Wales, and we wanted to sit down …
