Welcome to V &C Impressions
This blog is where we share stories from our travels, life on the road, and the realities of caravan living. From tech setups and practical tips to hidden gems we discover along the way, everything here is based on our own experiences and opinions as we travel together.
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December 2025 Expenses
Categories: Van LifeRead more: December 2025 ExpensesWhat it costs to stay on the road full time I post these budget updates every now and again, it gives me a good reason to look at what has been spent, and why. Also it makes a good subject to write about as lots of people think that living on the road full time…
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State Border Food Rules
Read more: State Border Food RulesIf you’re travelling Australia by caravan, you’ll get used to seeing border signs, quarantine bins and the occasional checkpoint. NOTE: Picture above is from Interstate Quarantine website , you can click on the icons to get more info on the checkpoints. If you haven’t dealt with it before, Australia’s domestic biosecurity rules can feel confusing.…
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First Full Year on the Road – What Comes Next in 2026
Read more: First Full Year on the Road – What Comes Next in 2026Hello 2026 We’ve eased into 2026 the same way we like to ease into most things these days. Parked up, settled for a while, letting the rush thin out before we move again. Christmas and New Year have become our pause time. A chance to reset, look back, and quietly think about what’s next before…
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Greatviews at Port Lincoln – Review
Read more: Greatviews at Port Lincoln – ReviewWe originally booked 4 nights, but with so much to see and do in the area we extended our stay to 7 nights. We found the campsite to be in a convenient location being centrally located by the National parks. Our Experience There are various camping options from self-contained to power and water hookups, we…
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Silverton Outback Camels – Review
Read more: Silverton Outback Camels – ReviewWe stayed here for 2 nights, a quirky place, with lots of animals freely wandering around. This is definitely not your typical caravan park. Would we stay here again, yeah, why not? Our Experience We arrived mid afternoon, and were greeted by Peter who showed us where the campsites are. The campsites are level and…
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Brinkworth RV Park – Review
Read more: Brinkworth RV Park – ReviewWow, this is a good park to base yourself at to explore the area. Excellent facilities, power and water to boot, and at an extremely cheap price. Or Experience This park exceeded our expectations, while not being the most secure (no locked gates etc), it was quite, felt safe, and for the cost, very cheap.…
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Road Trip – Brisbane to Adelaide
Categories: Road Trips AustraliaRead more: Road Trip – Brisbane to AdelaideAfter being stuck in Brisbane for nearly 3 months, due to various appointments, it is now finally time to hit the road again. This time we will be heading to WA for Christmas / New Year, so a trip over the Nullarbor is coming up soon. The Plan Get to Adelaide in a timely manner.…
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Trip Planning – WikiCamps for Beginners
Read more: Trip Planning – WikiCamps for BeginnersThis post is going to be all about planning for that upcoming trip. Wether it is a week long holiday, or on the road for a longer period, the way you use WikiCamps is the same. Everybody is different when it comes to planning their holiday, some people want to “wing it” , others want…
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Finding Dump Points and Water with WikiCamps
Read more: Finding Dump Points and Water with WikiCampsWhen you’re on the road in a van, caravan, or motorhome, staying topped up on fresh water and having somewhere to dump waste is essential when trying to do free camping. Knowing where these points are ahead of time allows you to plan accordingly. That’s where WikiCamps comes in. More than just a campsite finder,…
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Cooloola 4WD Tracks from Rainbow Beach and Carlo Sandblow
Read more: Cooloola 4WD Tracks from Rainbow Beach and Carlo SandblowA guide to off-road adventures and scenic drives in Queensland’s Rainbow Beach. If you’re travelling Australia with a 4WD and a sense of adventure, Cooloola Recreation Area is a stretch of coast worth slowing down for. Just south of Rainbow Beach, this part of the Great Sandy National Park offers more than soft sand and…
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Big4 Breeze Holiday Park – Review
Read more: Big4 Breeze Holiday Park – ReviewThis is an excellent dog-friendly park in the Rainbow Beach area. The park is large, with sites to suit any user from tents to big rigs. Rainbow Beach is nicely placed as a base for fishing, boating, beach driving, and close to the Great Sandy National Park and K`Gari (Fraser) Island. at just over 3…
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Caravan & Car Tyres – Construction and Pressures Explained
Read more: Caravan & Car Tyres – Construction and Pressures ExplainedChoosing the right tyres — and running them at the right pressures is one of the most important parts of safe and comfortable towing. Tyres aren’t just “black round things”, their construction, load rating, and inflation determine how well they carry the load of your car & caravan, cope with rough roads, and resist punctures.…