20 MUST HAVES & 10 TIPS For Travelling Australia / What Can't We Live Without On Our Lap Of Oz

20 MUST HAVES & 10 TIPS For Travelling Australia / What Can't We Live Without On Our Lap Of Oz - 047

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We are showcasing our must haves and tips this week, this is obviously our view, and while travelling, these are the must haves and tips we have learnt along the way.
We are also celebrating hitting 1000 subscribers on KZfaq with a little giveaway, the prize is a $200 Anaconda Gift Voucher, to be in the draw to win, you must be subscribed to our KZfaq channel, and also comment below the video with your favourite must have or tip, entries close 20/04/23 6PM AEST, we will pick the winner and announce it on Friday 21/04/23 6PM AEST over on our instagram. Good luck everyone!
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@fivedownunder Жыл бұрын

Entries are now closed! Thankyou for everyone's amazing tips and must haves! The winner is SKIOZ! Congratulations! 🎉 🥳 Check your comment below ❤

@BirdieTravels Жыл бұрын

We have done about 6 months of our lapS around Australia (still in Queensland!), and already have learnt a lot but one of our best tips is regarding setting up..pull the caravan forward onto your levelling ramps so that if the van moves a little bit when you unhook, it won't roll towards the back of your car. I think your best tip was yes, talk to the locals! Good on you 👍

@fivedownunder Жыл бұрын

Great tip Dena! Couldn't agree more 🙌 Yes talking to the locals has definately seen us find some absolute gems in the towns 💎 ❤️

@KirstyHarris-pu3cn Жыл бұрын

My best tip - do a shake down small trip before the big one! And know how every thing works in your van or caravan before you leave!

@fivedownunder Жыл бұрын

Amazing tip! This is something we didn't do, and we had no idea how to pull apart our front door from the fly screen 😅😅

@stevewilson397 7 ай бұрын

Seriously guys , your wone of the nicest couples I watched on You Tube . My wife would get along so well with yours, so nice to see down to earth couples for once who actually enjoying what there doing

@fivedownunder 7 ай бұрын

Awwwww this is a beautiful comment! Thankyou so much Steve! 😁🤙

@kymshields2401 Жыл бұрын

Our new best must have now is our inflatable dog fence (from big sky innovations). It has been a game changer for us when we are travelling with our dogs to dog shows. It is so much lighter than the steel fence panels and is is inflated and ready for use in under 3 minutes.

@fivedownunder Жыл бұрын

I've seen them Kym! Glad to hear they're amazing because it's the best invention ever! Even thought about getting one for when Freddie was being Mr Explorer and crawling off all the time 🤣🤣 but thankfully he's grown out of that now haha!

@gmluf Жыл бұрын

I got my first caravan a couple days ago and had no idea what so ever in what to do. I can guarantee I learned a lot from this video. Multiple times was cracking laughing with her. You guys are awesome!

@fivedownunder Жыл бұрын

This is amazing! Glad we could help in some way 😍😍 You've taken your caravan virginity! I love it! Excited for you 😁

@jodybarr4289 Жыл бұрын

Hi guys, my best tip would be Mr Sheen, not only does it clean the van windows it also helps stop dirt and dust sticking to them. My hubby also uses it on the wheels, tyres and checker plate, it gives them a really nice sheen, pun intended. 😃

@fivedownunder Жыл бұрын

Haha great pun 😉🤣 Great tip! It's great to have items you can use on multiple things 😍

@gregallen7586 Жыл бұрын

And use on door/window seals, helps to trap dust

@user-cv8vl6un7d 11 ай бұрын

How to make your toilet cassette last longer. Use tissues not toilet paper. For number 1s just wrap in another tissue and bin it. Keep a small bin with a tissue with eucalyptus on it in the bin. Will save filling up your toilet quickly. If staying in caravan parks take a walk to the amenities block for number 2s. Boxes of tissues seems to last longer as well and just use home brand so cheaper. Easier to store tissues as well.

@fivedownunder 11 ай бұрын

Thanks for the tips 😊👍

@paulhardie9450 Жыл бұрын

Save water in the Dunny don’t flush it , 600ml spray bottle it away ( can also use the spray bottle for cleaning hands to ) cut ya water usage in there by half Kids will get a kick out of it lol

@fivedownunder Жыл бұрын

Haha! Oooo I've been told to do this! Definately would save alot of water 🙌😍

@garrynorth6199 Жыл бұрын

Great tips and video guys, one thing I think you probably meant is don’t worry about a messy caravan as opposed to a dirty caravan. Dirty relates to unhygienic, eg. old food and flies everywhere, benches filthy, dirty nappies everywhere etc, whereas messy is simply not so much unclean, just toys everywhere, kids books, shoes, thongs and socks laying around etc. there’s a big difference between filthy, dirty, and just plain “messy”.. keep the videos coming and well done.. I did the same with my kids 35 years ago and just loved every minute. I found it best to head up north, anywhere in the tropics in the winter, then explore down south in the summer.

@fivedownunder Жыл бұрын

Thanks Garry! That's amazing to hear that you also took your kids on travels! It's the best thing for their childhood 😍 Yes we try to do the same, up North for winter and in the south for summer! Gives us yearly sun 🌞

@dustyroadtherapy Жыл бұрын

- 5L water jerry cans, remember you have to carry them once filled! 20L for me is 🥵 Also many more places to fill up with smaller bottle and can tuck into smaller places. - Collapsable washing bowl is always handy. - Bucket with Natures choice woolwash to wash clothes on the go without having to rinse! - If you have the Kings or Dune drawers, get a Kings stainless steel table that sits in the drawer and hooks on the end, game changer!

@fivedownunder Жыл бұрын

Amazing tips guys! 🌟 We have heard about the woolwash before... how does it go with your clothes? Find it works pretty well?

@dustyroadtherapy Жыл бұрын

@@fivedownunder it does alright actually. Best if you can leave it in soaking overnight (or better yet a day in the car on a bumpy road 😁👌), give it some muscle every now and then when you remember, then all you have to do is wring it out and hang it up. It is a light wash though so wont get stains out or mud, but good for inbetween laundromat visits. The Natures Choice Wool Wash with Eucalyptus is perfect as the eucalyptus is anti bacterial 👍

@fivedownunder Жыл бұрын

Oh wow! Might be worth a try! Will have to try it on mine and Tjs clothes, as the kids are always very dirty haha! 😅

@Salute_Australia Жыл бұрын

Great episode guys 🎉 my tip would have to be... don't over think travel take each trip, day or destination as it comes and enjoy every moment because we are blessed to live in this lucky country full of so many destinations and adventures that suit everyone.. 😊

@fivedownunder Жыл бұрын

YESSS! Love this tip! We definagely are blessed to have this beautiful country and some amazing spots right on our door step 😍😍

@AussieFamilyLiving Жыл бұрын

Solar panels! As many as you can afford. Can you ever have enough power when travelling? We love our extra door lock (Hello Bunda Cliffs) 😅 We also rate our awning tie down straps - always wind around. We put a lock on our A-frame and WiTi for peace of mind when leaving the van. Baby locks for cupboards when on corrugated roads, haven’t ever needed them but again peace of mind and stops little fingers. So many hacks and love the tips in the comments ❤

@fivedownunder Жыл бұрын

Love all your tips 😍🙌 Yea we have got so many great tips and must haves in the comments it's amazing 😍 But yes... solar panels, more the merrier! 👍

@shazp4 5 ай бұрын

Not sure if someone has said this before, but rather than covering the bathroom door, just get a roof fan cover - they are often magnetic so easy to put on and off each day. They also help get the heat and cold out.

@fivedownunder 4 ай бұрын

Thankyou for the tip 😍 yes we have heard of these 😁 they sound great!

@PeninsulaDroneography2024 Жыл бұрын

Using the jockey wheel clamp to mount our Aldi clothes hoist - wife says its the best thing she loves about our caravan ! :). Safe travels guys.

@fivedownunder Жыл бұрын

I love that tip! Two uses in one 👏 😍

@karlieblack918 Жыл бұрын

Great ep! I love all the tips and must haves. We will be well prepared for our lap at the end of the year following your advice 😊 Must haves for us on shorter trips are Ice blocks in the car for the kids especially during travel days saves you a fortune, reusable ice cubes for the adults drinks, mosquito bands cos no one likes been bitten and a decent fishing set up. Keep the great videos coming

@fivedownunder Жыл бұрын

Great tips Karlie! 😄 oh how exciting! We may see you on the road 😍

@MooreWeekendWandering Жыл бұрын

My absolute must have is Sirocco Fans, would never go without them now I've had them. So good! Also love my standard squeeze bottles, easy to use and carry around. Love watching you guys being you. Keep up the great work 😊

@fivedownunder Жыл бұрын

Thankyou Clare 😍 great tips! We absolutely love our siroccos! They are the best fans we have ever used 😁

@jasminrothery6215 Жыл бұрын

Awesome wisdom guys, thanks so much. We don't have our van quite yet, but for me, a comfy mattress will be up there!

@fivedownunder Жыл бұрын

Absolutely! Our mattress isn't too bad actually, I've seen a few people get really good mattress toppers aswell! Definately need a comfy night sleep 🥰😁

@jacquelinewrigley9027 Жыл бұрын

Great video! My tip is make some curtains to go across each bunk for the kids. Gives them some privacy in their own space and won't disturb them if someone needs the bathroom during the night. 😊😊😊

@fivedownunder Жыл бұрын

That's a great tip! Love it! ❤️

@ameliaglasper9655 Жыл бұрын

We are only new to caravan life but our favourite tip so far is leaving the kids in the car while you park up and get shade set up. Also, sunscreen and hats before we get to the next destination so we are ready to be in the sun once we arrive.

@fivedownunder Жыл бұрын

Amazing tips Amelia! We do the same when we pull up somewhere, keep Freddie in the car in the aircon while we get it all set up 😍🙌

@chasinganadventure Жыл бұрын

Great tips guys! We agree with pretty much all of them 👍🏼 our favourite must have item would be our Ozzie Mozzie zappers! Also a top tip is to have a water bag full in the fridge to top up drink bottles with cold water which will save money (no bottled water here), water when on tanks (we fill when on mains water) and space in freezer as you won’t need ice!

@fivedownunder Жыл бұрын

Great tips guys! Love them! Yes we have a mozzie zapper too, good old aldi buy 😁 they come in very handy don't they! Stay safe guys 😍

@suekeane Жыл бұрын

A dream pot or similar for travel days, dinner is cooking while you travel it's my absolute fave, especially for winter camping

@fivedownunder Жыл бұрын

Wow, how have I never heard of this before! I've just searched and read up about it, sounds amazing! And having dinner ready for when you arrive somewhere! Absolutely brilliant 👏

@99silver89 9 ай бұрын

2 mins in you guys are putting out great vibes and living your best life love it

@fivedownunder 9 ай бұрын

Awww I love this comment! Thankyou so much for watching 😁

@petercremasco1442 Жыл бұрын

Just found your vidios been binging all night ,fantastic no BS,practical tips for life on the road with and without the rug rats😂 , and yes it would be nice to have all the toys BUT it isn't what gives you the memories 😊😊. Keep living the dream🎉

@fivedownunder Жыл бұрын

Thankyou so much Peter 😄🤙 I'm glad you like our no BS approach go spilling the beans on travelling 🤣😁 You're 100% right! Don't need to have the best of the best to travel Australia 👍

@jessicaharvey9863 Жыл бұрын

Great tips guys! Definitely a lunch box packed of snacks for the kids on travel days makes those days so much easier without hearing “I’m hungry” every 2 seconds Also don’t expect too much out of everyday some days are not going to be what you expected and that’s okay (I need to take this one on more myself)

@fivedownunder Жыл бұрын

100% Jessica! Some day when we have down days I feel bad that we aren't always doing something. And couldn't agree more with giving kids food! We pack so much food in the car on long travels 🤣 kids and food are a match made in heaven lol!

@wendyfornaro Жыл бұрын

Hi guys, mmm a tip?, well we haven't started our lap yet, still have a few things to sort out first, but a great place to start is watching you tubes like yours with hints and tips so we have more understanding and ideas of what things we are likely to need to make our trip the best it can be.

@fivedownunder Жыл бұрын

Absolutely! That's exactly what we did and what we still do, coming up to certain places we will search youtube, instagram, and online to find out where the must see spots are in those areas 😄

@user-hz8og5do6i 4 ай бұрын

The best tip I would give is to do one or two short trips to sort everything out. Make sure you have everything without overloading check weights and enjoy. 😊

@fivedownunder 4 ай бұрын

Couldn't agree more! Short trips are the best way to see what you will actually need 😁

@davidemby4375 8 ай бұрын

Just saw this, many thanks for such an open and honest account. Really helpful.

@fivedownunder 8 ай бұрын

Thankyou so much David 😁

@traciesmith7436 Жыл бұрын

Carry a water bladder so you can bring water to the van and get a white marker put a dot on the wheel nuts and a dot on your rims. We have done this so when we do our walk around every time we leave somewhere we can visually see if the nuts have moved and need to be tightened

@fivedownunder Жыл бұрын

Amazing tips Tracie! 👏 😍

@robyndehavilland1609 Жыл бұрын

Hi guys, that was really good!! Fast and to the point and easy to watch 😊. I 100% agree with your last tip, and that would be mine too. Don’t have to have the best of the best, just get out there and explore. I don’t have a van or a 4x4, but recently did an epic road trip to the Flinders Ranges by myself in my little 2wd. And it was amazing. ❤️

@fivedownunder Жыл бұрын

Hello Robyn 😍😍 Yes number 10 is my favourite aswell! Just getting out there is the most important thing. Omg that would have been amazing! Glad you had an amazing time 👏 😍

@robyndehavilland1609 Жыл бұрын

@@fivedownunder thanks, the journey was just as epic as the destination (which was breathtaking) 3000kms return trip, some 40+degree days as well as some fog and unsealed roads thrown in. Stayed in caravan parks (in a cabin) on my way there and back and even got to meet some lovely living on the road people. Did some hectic 4wd tracks while I was there in one of the stations troopy’s. Ticked off 4 long time bucket list things, and still pinching myself that I did it 😊😊

@fivedownunder Жыл бұрын

Oh wow! That is seriously amazing. What an experience! That sounds like the trip of a lifetime! Ticking off the bucket list is what life is about! You are living your best life Robyn 😍😍🙌🙌

@missriss9254 Жыл бұрын

Our must have is to have Ice blocks for the kids and beer for dad in the car fridge for when we arrive and we’re setting up! Absolute life saver especially on a hot day!!

@fivedownunder Жыл бұрын

Haha yes! I love this! Keeping everyone happy is key 🤣😍

@bradworthington8594 Жыл бұрын

Amen to Tip 10.......You don't need a $250G tow vehicle and $180G van to do a safe comfortable and enjoyable trip. Just do it👍👍

@fivedownunder Жыл бұрын

Couldn't agree more Brad 😄 We were scared at the start, second guessing if we could do everything we wanted to, and we have 😄 no need to break the bank to have fun haha!

@marija2387 10 ай бұрын

So MUCH STUFF!

@fivedownunder 10 ай бұрын

We have so much stuff? Haha yes we do. Living on the road full time with 3 kids and businesses and making it comfortable for us to live on the road has lead us to probably having more than some people, a lot of stuff to keep us running unfortunately 🤣😅

@mykelphotography Жыл бұрын

Great work guys, really enjoyed your tips and thanks so much for sharing

@fivedownunder Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching Mick 🤙 Glad you enjoyed 😁

@michaelboyce7079 2 ай бұрын

I don't have a tip for you two, but your advice about checking all of the screws and nut and bolts reminded me of an old joke. I once traveled around Australia with a gorgeous blonde sheila who I eventually nicknamed Anna the Spanner, because every time I looked at her, she tightened up me nuts!

@fivedownunder 2 ай бұрын

Hahahahahahaha this is hilarious 😂😂

@terrybalderson1270 Жыл бұрын

Great episode, my tip for cutting wood and cleaning around camp, cleaning out fire pit and digging hole, axe, reciprocating saw, shovel and rake

@fivedownunder Жыл бұрын

Great tips! They would definitely come in handy! 😄

@lynparsons6539 Жыл бұрын

Hey guys we love your vids, funny, down to earth and straight to the point. We think maybe try some contact/window film for the bathroom, or you could just keep using the blanket😂. Safe travels to you all

@fivedownunder Жыл бұрын

Haha thanks Lyn 😁 yes I think next time I get to a bunnings I'll be looking at something I can do that door with 😄😍

@chrisbridgland7212 Жыл бұрын

Hot tip! How to clean the top of your roll out awning material without having to stretch yourself out and get wet in the process. Fully open up your awning but don’t set up the upper awning support arms. Then unclip the bottom connection point of the main awning arms from the lower part of the caravan and then tuck those arms under the caravan. This will allow you to easily clean and scrub the awning material against the side of the caravan. 👍

@fivedownunder Жыл бұрын

Amazing tip Chris! I think we need to do this as we haven't cleaned ours in 11 months 🤣🤣

@christinemilicich5494 Жыл бұрын

Composite gas cylinders….can lift them with 2 fingers when full, can see the gas level and in 3 years on the road easier to refill than find swap and go. Thank you boaties!

@fivedownunder Жыл бұрын

I've heard a little bit about these Christine, thank you for giving me abit of knowledge about them 😄😍 I like that you can see how much gas you have, as that is always a surprise for us when we run out 🤣

@lindamccutcheon7953 Жыл бұрын

Love your videos,wondering what your door locks are,keep up the great content

@fivedownunder Жыл бұрын

Thankyou so much Linda 😁 We got the Remsafe Black Mini Window and door bolt from Bunnings 😄

@rodjenny Жыл бұрын

My best tip is my coffee machine that takes pods and ground coffee and take my husband to drive the car.Great tips and ideas thankyou 🙏

@fivedownunder Жыл бұрын

Can't beat coffee on the road can you! 😁😁 Great tip!

@kylieclark5871 Жыл бұрын

Hot tip of being prepared with food, pre make meals and proportion in vacbags, freeze and then when you've had a big day out exploring, dinner is already done and just needs reheating... even better when using vacuum bags that are microwavable! Nom nom nom. 😋

@fivedownunder Жыл бұрын

Ooh yes! I love this tip! We love easy meals take don't take much time 😄😄 👏

@rodneyjones6584 Жыл бұрын

Love your show great ideas and tips my must haves would be plenty of fishing gear to abide by my weights set up.Tight lines🦐🐟🦈🎣🍻👍

@fivedownunder Жыл бұрын

Thankyou Rodney! 😁 Great tip! Tj also has plenty of fishing gear so he understands haha! Not that he's very good at catching any fish 🤣

@Carpo74 Жыл бұрын

The standard squeeze bottles are a must. Gets rid of glass alcohol bottles for both weight and breakages!

@fivedownunder Жыл бұрын

Great tip Tracey! Saving weight wherever you can! 😍

@scruiser80 Жыл бұрын

#1 must have - a great attitude and willingness to meet some awesome people as you go! #1 tip - everything is easier to find in clear top bags!

@fivedownunder Жыл бұрын

YES! definately agree with both tips! 🙌🙌🙌

@nhdaniels1 Жыл бұрын

My tip is after a few trips to assist with weight. Find out what you haven't been using and donate at parks. Most carvan parks have a area to donate un used items such as books you have read. Clothing, cooking pans.

@fivedownunder Жыл бұрын

Amazing tip Hayley! We have done plenty on donating since we started haha! You think you need all this stuff but quickly release what you don't use 😍

@pata8167 Жыл бұрын

A small portable ice machines we turn it on at our lunch stop so when we stop at the end of the day it's margarita time 🧋 water bladder Guys to help with your shower sreen the cheaps is to spray paint the inside of the sreen or you can just put on the block out window film from Bunnings for house windows it even comes in a mirror finish If your worried about security if your car has a panic button keep the keys next to your bed if you feel threatened you can just press the panic button Great list guys love your blog's

@fivedownunder Жыл бұрын

Haha yes! Margaritas all round! 🍸 I think I'll be heading to a bunnings when we are next close to one and get that door sorted 😄 That's a great idea with the panic button! Hadn't thought of that 👏 😍

@shelljh Жыл бұрын

Must have a silicone mat for hot items . ... I use the pad that came with my hair straightener ... and $10 bunnings usb fan just in case ... they are small, weigh next to nothing and work a treat to cool you down.

@fivedownunder Жыл бұрын

Great tips Shelley! 😄😍

@davidriggs5116 Жыл бұрын

Reversing cameras on the back of the van helps a hell of a lot, especially when you don't trust the misses... a 100 %. Plus a range of tools and most common spare parts for car and van.

@fivedownunder Жыл бұрын

Hahaha! Yes! Reversing camera definately comes in handy! 😁 Great tips!

@alvincharlesworth5475 Жыл бұрын

I have changed the vent hatch lid in the Shower to a dark one, no more light into the bunk area.

@fivedownunder Жыл бұрын

Great idea Alvin! 💡

@headingnorth95 Жыл бұрын

Great tips. For your bathroom door. Vinyl wrap on the inside or outside would work.

@fivedownunder Жыл бұрын

Thankyou 😄 will be sorting the door out when we get to a town with a bunnings or something 😄

@brianmercer0113 Жыл бұрын

Our tip, make sure every new purchase has a dual use. eg. the clothes line we use can support the Starlink dish as well. The Muk Mat is great to use as a dirt barrier when you need to get under the car or van.

@fivedownunder Жыл бұрын

Could not agree more! More uses the better! We love our starlink! How are you finding yours?

@fivedownunder Жыл бұрын

Well done SKIOZ! You are our winner of the $200 Anaconda voucher! Can you please reply with your email on this comment and we will email you 😄😍

@brianmercer0113 Жыл бұрын

@@fivedownunder We had lots of teething problems with our Starlink and are on our 3rd unit. This one works a treat, it's great to have reception in the bush.

@wellfuladventures Жыл бұрын

For us our must have item we have to say is a really good comfortable chair You need to release these are like your recliners at home so make sure they are comfortable we where going we have the dune nomads we didn’t know if we where going to take them cause if the size but decided being comfortable is more important

@fivedownunder Жыл бұрын

100%! Great tip! It's definately a must to have a comfortable chair and you are in these so much aren't you 🥰

@alisonphilp7497 9 ай бұрын

Great episode guys new subscriber thanks for the info🙏🇦🇺

@fivedownunder 9 ай бұрын

Thankyou Alison ❤️

@kyferbushejones Жыл бұрын

For the bathroom door you could apply a mirror tint or some other blackout tint.

@fivedownunder Жыл бұрын

Hello 😄 Thankyou, next time we are in a big enough town I think I will go ahead and sort this out and do something for the door, great tip 😀

@colinross6259 Жыл бұрын

Great tips, joy to watch.

@fivedownunder Жыл бұрын

Thanks Colin! Hope you see enjoying our videos 🤗

@nicollebirks5510 Жыл бұрын

Our most important tip To avoid a battery slip Is to maximise your solar power Even if only for an hour Lay that solar blanket out Inverter off when you’re out and about!

@fivedownunder Жыл бұрын

100% Nicolle! Amazing tips! We always have our solar blanket out and the inverter gets turned off when we leave to go places, especially as we have starlink and that uses alot of power 😅

@SandraPrinsloo-vn8dq Жыл бұрын

Thanks really loved your video, all so true. Keep travelling and enjoy. Thing I do think you would need to travel AUS is an emergency device ?

@fivedownunder Жыл бұрын

Thankyou Sandra 😄 yes we have an emergency beacon that we can use if we don't have phone reception 😍

@samhumphreys1716 Жыл бұрын

Must have for getting off the beaten track… max trax, tyre deflators and inflator. Keep up the top content 😎

@fivedownunder Жыл бұрын

Absolutely! Great tips! Definatelt agree 😄🤙

@oscarsmitty Жыл бұрын

thanks for the great tips we are 6 months away from heading around 🇳🇿on a endless trip 🇳🇿thank you

@fivedownunder Жыл бұрын

That's so amazing! Hopefully these tips will come in handy 😍

@joannekondraciuk2411 Жыл бұрын

Great vid guys. Love following your trip. My tip is to pop toilet paper into a nappy sack bag and dispose straight into your rubbish bin or if you have a fire burn it at the end of the night before bed. This saves so much room in your cassette to be able to extend your stay.

@fivedownunder Жыл бұрын

Yes love this Joanne! I've actually done this a few times before when our toilet was very full 🤣 but I haven't thought to do it all the time... I'd have to try and find a place where Freddie couldn't reach 🤭

@joannekondraciuk2411 Жыл бұрын

We actually have a drawer next to the toilet where I stash the bag.

@fivedownunder Жыл бұрын

Oh amazing! That's so handy! 😍

@user-nc2jo7db7e Жыл бұрын

Number 1 for me is ‘expect the unexpected’ That goes both ways, good surprises and not so good ones. Just roll with it…

@fivedownunder Жыл бұрын

100% great tip! 😍

@Truckedoffroundoz Жыл бұрын

One of my tips is a Handheld UHF to help when reversing and parking to communicate with the driver.. 😊

@fivedownunder Жыл бұрын

Yes great tip! We do have them but they're in the caravan and I always forget about them haha! So I find myself shouting instead 😅😅

@jacquibowen7084 Жыл бұрын

Great video good information

@fivedownunder Жыл бұрын

Thankyou for watching 😍

@kerrysleeman168 Жыл бұрын

Great tips 😊 we are planning but with a Motorhome, tips are still useful 😊

@fivedownunder Жыл бұрын

That's amazing to hear Kerry 😄 good luck with all the planning 🤗😍

@glennleader3656 Жыл бұрын

Hey guys, we are also a travelling family. @follow the leaders 22. We crossed paths with you guys at Daly Waters and are about two week behind you. Our tip would be an extra water tank if your weights allow it. We love going off grid for long periods and would love to stay longer but water make this hard. Also have a solution for you with the light coming through your bathroom door. We went to Bunnings and got some corflute and cut it to size and stuck it on with double sided tape stops the light coming through into the kids bunks, and we also use this for putting our souvenir stickers on. Cheap and light.

@fivedownunder Жыл бұрын

Oh heyyyy guys! 😄😄 Amazing! I think a bunnings trip will be in order when I next get to one 🤭 Water is our issue too, otherwise we could stay at places for so long! 💧 safe travels guys 😍

@rhodaross6636 Жыл бұрын

Well, we go on our first trip next month, so we are taking your tips in. But no children. Love your show. Keep it up and have lots of fun.

@fivedownunder Жыл бұрын

Awww how amazing! Have the best time! 😁😍

@rhodaross6636 Жыл бұрын

@Five Down Under - Travelling Australia thank you so much can't wait 😊

@shaunpearce9462 Жыл бұрын

Quality water filter I love our BEST filter

@fivedownunder Жыл бұрын

Yes they are amazing aren't they! We have heard great things about them! 😁

@johnposselt8739 2 ай бұрын

Try a dark window tint on your shower door.

@fivedownunder Ай бұрын

Thankyou John 😁 We actually no longer have this caravan, we've got a Jayco now and it came with a tinted skylight which is amazing 🤙

@jeffdillon2993 Жыл бұрын

Must have A smile you are there to enjoy don’t be grumpy 😊😊

@fivedownunder Жыл бұрын

Love this tip Jeff! 😍😍

@alisonphilp7497 9 ай бұрын

Must have beer and cards and a good camera love ur work guys thank you ❤️🫵🙏

@fivedownunder 9 ай бұрын

Beer, cards and good camera! Love these 😍😁

@michaelobst1830 Жыл бұрын

Great tips and must haves thoroughly enjoy watching your travels. One thing is that a water purifier on the sink if so what brand is it.vIf you could let me know that would be great. Hope to travel Australia next year waiting on van as we speak 😊

@fivedownunder Жыл бұрын

Hi Michael, that's amazing that you are so close to your travels! It's an Enagic medical grade water machine, it's been a real life saver on the road as we have been in many places with bad water haha! We are distributors for the company, so if you would like anymore info about it, give us an email or reach out to us on our socials and we would love to help you, fivedownunder001@gmail.com 😀

@michaelobst1830 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for answering my question safe travels and have fun 😊

@fivedownunder Жыл бұрын

Thankyou Michael 😍

@rachaelegan395 Жыл бұрын

We havent travelled Australia (one day soon hopefully!) however have done plenty of camping trips. - let kids be kids. If they want to play in the rain with a garbage bag as a rain coat LET THEM. Keeping them cooped up does not help and is far more effort than letting them enjoy themselves. - Baby powder in a sock. After the beach use the sock to wipe feet, sand is removed. - Parakito bands for the kids - our youngest swells up from bites, we have found these to really help - Lastly, have fun! Relax and enjoy the trip. (Sometimes hard to do in the moment, we've had our camper trailer canvas collapse in the rain at 3am with 4 kids and two mums, while the dads were out fishing, that was NOT fun, soaking wet, cold and 4 kids awake! It was dreadful, but we can laugh about it now)

@fivedownunder Жыл бұрын

Oh no Rachael! Gotta love the rain sometimes right 🤣🤣 those moments are definately not fun at that time but afterwards it's a story to tell 😆 Amazing tips! 🌟

@Relaxingkiwi Жыл бұрын

Best tip have the best time of your lives🎉

@fivedownunder Жыл бұрын

100%! Couldn't agree more 😍😍

@thirdtimeround-chromenomads Жыл бұрын

Talking to the locals, oh yeah! We always go to the Visitor Centres to find out about locations

@fivedownunder Жыл бұрын

Yea the visitor centres are great! And locals know all the great places! 😍😍

@GOTHICPOSTY 8 ай бұрын

Why not cover the outside of your bathroom door with contact paper or wallpaper to block out the light but is also still removable if needed and they come in so many different designs

@fivedownunder 8 ай бұрын

Thanks for the tip 😁 we have thought about doing that as well 😁

@nhdaniels1 Жыл бұрын

Best tip is washing machine. Cutting the cost of laundry fees. Love to see a video on your machine and if you recommend your brand. What size are you using?

@fivedownunder Жыл бұрын

Oh we absolutely LOVE our washing machine! Wouldn't be without it! We have had to use the caravan parks laundry once because they didn't have a great drainage system and it cost us $34 with the dryers aswell because it was raining... crazy isn't it 🤪 We have the 3.2kg NCE one, it's great! Fits in the kids sleeping bags aswell, we are going to be doing a 12 month caravan review soon so will add it about all this 😍

@robertclarkson796 Жыл бұрын

Hi you need a awning cloths line and bos jockey stand to make thing easier

@fivedownunder Жыл бұрын

Love these must haves! We have actually been on our 'want' list 😍😍

@cbeuck5024 Жыл бұрын

☆☆☆☆☆...a long time traveller - my son is continuing the caravan tradition- will pass this on and got ideas for my 4 week car trip to Tassie later in the year and his trip to SA to visit me😊❤ Great ideas tried to make notes perhaps a list of recommended products? And where did u get the nets? My tip - have your vehicle inspected by your motoring organisation 2+ months (its money well spent) before you leave this gives you time to budget for repairs - upgrades - replacements Thanks and safe travels Jan Adelaide

@fivedownunder Жыл бұрын

Hi Jan! Great tips for your car! These are the tips for you from the video 😄 1 - Storage containers in cupboards and under the bed. 2 - Hitch 3 - 2nd fridge in car 4 - Good battery system 5 - Wall pockets and kids toy boxes 6 - Kids sleeping bags for bedding 7 - Washing machine 8 - Fusion locs 9 - Fire pit 10 - Extra locks on door 11 - Inverter for coffee machine, microwave and starlink 12 - Grey water tank 13 - Covering the bathroom door 14 - Starlink 15 - Sirocco fans 16 - Extra plugs and outlets 17- Any kind of mat for outside 18 - Leather sofa material 19 - Ez anchor pegs 20 - Extra toilet cassette The nets under our cabinet above the sofa? We got them off ebay 😄 they are fantastic and hold so much fruit 😁 Hope this helps x

@cbeuck5024 Жыл бұрын

@Five Down Under - Travelling Australia 🙏🥰 Jan

@Lee-astrololee Жыл бұрын

The simplest tip for travel I can recommend is a magnetic torch, they are just so handy, slap on your vehicle, your tent poles, your camp chair etc and you are hands free!

@fivedownunder Жыл бұрын

Yes I love this tip! They come in very handy don't they, especially when we are cooking on the BBQ at night 😍😍

@Lee-astrololee Жыл бұрын

@@fivedownunder Yep they do and especially round the campfire when you need one hand for eating with and the other on your drink! lol

@fivedownunder Жыл бұрын

Hahahaha yes! 🤣🤣

@leecousins5440 Жыл бұрын

Mother great vid, is old girls should never leave home without our cordless hammer drill and hydraulic jockey wheel, I’m glad it’s only me for the toilet cassette 😝

@fivedownunder Жыл бұрын

Haha thankyou 😄 lol yes we fill our toilet cassette up very quickly 😅

@ryanCODMAN Жыл бұрын

Cutest van couple on youtube, safe travels guys. This chanel pushed me over the edge to pull trigger on patrol and franklin 😂😂

@fivedownunder Жыл бұрын

Haha thankyou Ryan! 😄😄🤙

@deirdrefisher2773 Жыл бұрын

If you want the kids to sleep in in the morning, change your hatch lids!/tops to black. They last longer than white and don’t deteriorate as quick. They also darken you whole van when locked up.

@fivedownunder Жыл бұрын

Great idea Deirdre! 💡 may have to have a look into that 😍😍

@deirdrefisher2773 Жыл бұрын

@@fivedownunder they also keep van heaps cooler from harsh sun.

@pamlewis382 9 ай бұрын

Newbie here, having a great nephew to help me!!!!!lol🤣😍

@fivedownunder 9 ай бұрын

Hellooo! Welcome to the Five Down Under family 🥳 Now he will definately come in handy to help 😄

@tomguljas6810 Жыл бұрын

Must have a 100+ ltr water bladder ( portable)

@fivedownunder Жыл бұрын

Yes we do love a water bladder! 😄

@louises6729 10 ай бұрын

I just subscribed! Lovely to meet you. Would love to win something ha ha … best tip/ be patient with each other/ carry extra water and mozzie spray! A paper map in case of internet goes down … and hats … don’t leave without your hat, sunscreen, family games and battery’s for backup!

@fivedownunder 10 ай бұрын

Hi Louise 😁 lovely to meet you also! I love your tip... be patient! So true! 🤣 Infact I love all your tips 😍

@user-gw9fg4hq6b Жыл бұрын

What tyres have you upgraded to on the van

@fivedownunder Жыл бұрын

Hi Bri 😄 We have upgraded to rapid ecolander all terrains 😊

@leish-cb4bk 6 ай бұрын

Best tip:- Pack all your joy and enthusiasm to learn and explore.. meet amazing people and have the absolute time of your life!;🎉❤

@fivedownunder 6 ай бұрын

Amazing tip! 🥳 ❤️ You definately meet the best people on the road! 🫶

@krystlebyrnes3737 Жыл бұрын

Hey guys!! My tip is travel with people you get along with! Don't want to be stuck in a van with someone you can't stand!!

@fivedownunder Жыл бұрын

Haha! Couldn't agree more Krystle! 🤣🤣

@Expandourhorizons Жыл бұрын

Extra Dunny cassette and water , we are all full of it !!! Tip chat to people

@fivedownunder Жыл бұрын

Yesss! 100% agree 🙌🙌 great tips!

@ouroz_adventures Жыл бұрын

Speaking from recent experience- carry a spare water tank filler cap 🤦‍♂️🤣

@fivedownunder Жыл бұрын

Hahahaha! Oh no... did you lose it? 🤣

@suetuttleby6609 10 ай бұрын

Pull down blind from Bunnings for bathroom door

@fivedownunder 10 ай бұрын

Thankyou Sue 😁

@smurfzilla5756 Жыл бұрын

I see you have kagen water as well. What do you think of it?

@fivedownunder Жыл бұрын

Hello 😍 We love it! It's been amazing while travelling Australia as there hasn't been the best water everywhere, so we are lucky that we have it to give us great water 😄😍

@smurfzilla5756 Жыл бұрын

I heard about it through some mlm people but went and brought it myself it's not cheap but worth it.

@fivedownunder Жыл бұрын

That's amazing 😄 glad you love it 😍

@maingey1 8 ай бұрын

Maybe try mirror tint on your shower door?

@fivedownunder 8 ай бұрын

Thankyou great tip 😁

@outahereadventures Жыл бұрын

My tip… you need a Sense of humour and patience, even through we love our family’s, in such a small space we can get on each other nerves

@fivedownunder Жыл бұрын

Haha couldn't agree more Leanne! 🤣🤣 sometimes being in a small confined space with the same people can get abit much 😅

@janicejenkin4119 Жыл бұрын

Must have:- wine and gin Best tip:- slow down and enjoy ❤

@fivedownunder Жыл бұрын

Haha Janice! Love those must haves! 😍 and couldn't agree more with slowing down and enjoying your adventures more 😁

@lastknownlocation8760 5 ай бұрын

What is this word at the end “we thought we’d have a chat with yewes’ Yewes? I Googled it but nothing

@fivedownunder 4 ай бұрын

Youse, a little bit of slang, for addressing a group of people 😄🤙

@gavinwilliams4803 Жыл бұрын

Have you thought about some tint on your shower screen ?

@fivedownunder Жыл бұрын

Yes, when we get to a bunnings (don't know when that would be haha) we are going to find some stuff to put on it or yes get a tint put on 😁 Have to wait until we get to a town 😁