Is there anything better than packing your life up into a van and hitting the open road? Of course not! With all the amazing sites to see around Australia, it’s a wonder more people aren’t taking advantage of van life to travel at their own pace.
Think about it, no squeezing onto overfull buses and trying to find a comfortable position to sleep in. No more allowing three hours before your flight and getting through the check-in, backdrop, security and racing to the flight, just to breathe a sigh of relief.
You get to navigate the open road. You get to dictate when you stop and what sites you see. You get to drive at your own pace. You get to choose what happens and when. You get utter and complete freedom. The lure of the road is undeniable. Make sure you get the most out of your experience with these 9 road trip tips.
1. Time for spring clean
Whether you’re taking your own car, or you have rented out a bigger van for the occasion – make sure it’s clean. Let’s face it, with all that open space inside a van, it can be tempting to stuff it full with all your earthly possessions – including the kitchen sink. That won’t make for a comfortable trip. While a van is the perfect option to give you a little more space to work with for your journey, don’t use it as an excuse to overflow it.
