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Man holding a map in the a car by the side of the road
How to plan your perfect road trip in NSW
How to plan your perfect road trip in NSW
Plan your perfect NSW road trip with our guide to maps, scenic routes, must-see stops and itinerary tips. The ultimate NSW trip planner for Aussie travellers.
Bridie Schmidt
16 July 2025
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Two people at a campfire with a tent and car in the background
The ultimate camping checklist: essentials to pack for every trip
The ultimate camping checklist: essentials to pack for every trip
Whether you’re pitching a tent at a holiday park, going bush for a week, or tackling an arduous multi-day hike, this checklist will help you pack the right camping gear.
Kris Ashton
14 July 2025
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A mother and daughter in a car with an L plate on the windscreen
Australian road rules by state in 2025: Avoid fines when driving interstate
Australian road rules by state in 2025: Avoid fines when driving interstate
Planning a road trip interstate? These are the key rule differences that catch travellers out.
Kris Ashton
4 July 2025
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Airport check-in
What’s allowed with carry-on airline baggage?
What’s allowed with carry-on airline baggage?
There are discrepancies on what items you’re allowed to take on an aircraft, depending on the carrier, where you’re travelling and who you’re travelling with.
Sam Charlwood
30 June 2025
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A man and woman carrying travel bags out of an open car
Do you need car hire insurance?
Do you need car hire insurance?
When renting a holiday vehicle, taking out insurance can seem like an unnecessary expense – but is it? Here’s what you need to know.
Bridie Schmidt
9 June 2025
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Over the shoulder view of young woman booking a flight via laptop and smartphone for vacation
Do I need travel insurance?
Do I need travel insurance?
Travel insurance can help avoid stress when things go wrong, but is it a must-have?
Sam Charlwood
3 June 2025
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A man fixes a bike to a car's rooftop bike rack
How to prepare for a road trip
How to prepare for a road trip
Let's go through some simple steps you can take to best prepare your car for a road trip.
Open Road
1 Apr 2025
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an emu walking across an outback road
How to prepare for an outback trip
How to prepare for an outback trip
A road trip to remote areas requires special planning. Here’s how to ensure you come back from the back of beyond.
Tim Pomroy
1 Apr 2025
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EV on country road map with charging station overlaid
How do I plan for an EV road trip?
How do I plan for an EV road trip?
Find out everything you need to know to plan a road trip in an electric vehicle, including your essential EV road trip kit!
Bridie Schmidt
20 Sept 2024
woman and two young girls sit at the back of a vintage hatchback happily eating sandwiches
woman and two young girls sit at the back of a vintage hatchback happily eating sandwiches
How to eat healthy on a road trip
How to eat healthy on a road trip
We all know that good nutrition helps us live happier, healthier, and longer lives. But did you know eating well can even help us be a better driver? Especially on lengthy car trips.
Alexandra Voyage
22 Nov 2023

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