The Big Lap is the single, most incredible adventure you can provide for your children. Getting to visit some striking landmarks, meeting the fantastic wildlife, and swimming at Australia’s most remarkable beaches is something they’ll never forget. But the Big Lap, like many other road trips, involves long, tiresome rides. And kids don’t have a […]

Cooking, eating and cleaning up is a never-ending cycle that’s known to get boring. When you’re working with limited supplies, things can get even worse. Repetitive meals are no fun. But we got your back! Bring some freshness to your weekly menus with these camper-friendly meals for the whole family.           […]

Well, that’s a good question and one I find myself answering more and more. We’ve had some wonderful feedback and some pretty awful feedback about our bus. Not that I ask for it but for some reason, strangers feel the need to tell me their opinion (I first came across this strange behaviour when I […]

Getting on the road for a year or more indicates abandoning some habits, including regular exercise and an eating plan. After all your juicer, blender, healthy food store and gym stay in your home town. The Big Lap includes many hikes, but numerous gourmet stops too! Not to mention there will be days where you’ll […]

Every Big Lapper knows the struggle of purchasing a caravan – all the choices to make, plus long build times now that everyone wants one! Well, now it seems there’s a new trend that sees Aussies spend less on purchasing and maintaining their van. The Caravan Partnership, founded by Roni Ormandlaki, has been set up to […]

You might be familiar with the road etiquette, rules and laws, but there’s nothing that prepares you for what you’ll encounter while driving around Australia. There’s more than traffic and different time zones; as the saying goes, expect the unexpected, especially when starting your Big Lap. Here’s what can shock you, surprise you or get […]

There are some awesome sales online right now, until 20th May (and a little longer for some retailers). You can get some incredible offers on caravanning, camping and outdoor products. But with so many offers to be had, traipsing through them all to find the best ones is… tiresome! So, we’ve found 30 of the […]

Planning for the Big Lap comes with it a number of questions. Which route should you take? How much do you need to budget? And perhaps, most importantly, which car and van should you choose? In this article, Mel from All Around Oz explains why they picked their car and van and what they love […]

You may have heard the rumours circulating about the possibility of Kakadu undergoing some major changes… Here’s everything you need to know. Gunlom Falls – one of the most popular places to visit in Kakadu – is now closed to the general public until further notice. Previously, tourists were unable to visit the top part […]

Heading out on the ultimate Australian road trip? When it comes planning your Big Lap (or any kind of caravanning and camping adventure), knowing what you’ll need can feel like a bit of a mine field. There are so many products on the market which can make your trip easier, more convenient and generally better, […]