Caravans vs Motorhomes, what's the diff? Episode 23 || TRAVELLING AUSTRALIA IN A MOTORHOME

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Camp Winnie Travelling Australia

Camp Winnie Travelling Australia

2 жыл бұрын

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Are you considering travelling around Australia? Are you a little confused with all the RV choices out there today? Well, the age-old question is undoubtedly got you asking: "Do we buy a caravan and a tow vehicle, or do we buy a motorhome?"
We have owned both, so we can give you some ideas that may hopefully help you make an informed choice.
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@AndrewDockray-g8j
@AndrewDockray-g8j 12 күн бұрын
Great video and spot on with the items mentioned. We also have a motorhome of similar size and yes it is so easy to set up and pull down. We also have gone to National Parks, Seaside carparks, the centre of small country towns etc and everything is at the tips of your fingers. So easy and convenient. We also have done both ie tow a caravan and drive a Motorhome. The winner :- easy the motorhome. We also have watched others in big dual axle caravans and yes it takes an hour to set up. We can be set up in 10 minutes. Which reminds me what is a holiday for? Simple to take it easy & enjoy time out. One should not have to spend ages setting up a caravan. Motorhome every step.
@campwinnietravellingaustralia
@campwinnietravellingaustralia 9 күн бұрын
@@AndrewDockray-g8j thanks for the comment 👍
@lowrider075
@lowrider075 8 ай бұрын
Electric fold up bikes.....all we need. By the time you buy a tow car $$$ set it up to be able to tow $$$ Pay the rego $$$ pay the insurance $$$ (is there extra insurance on the motorhome because you are towing $$$) cover the cost of extra fuel used while towing $$$....it all adds up. Then you have the hassle of parking on your travels....the cost of more than one park space...yes, you get fined for taking 2 or 3 if you don't pay for the extras....so many things with towing..... We just find it easier to use the e bikes...and if you want to go somewhere the bikes or the motorhome can't take you....HIRE a 4wd with the money you saved on not towing.... Motorhome over car and van...every time.....the car option has some appeal for longer stays, but overall...we'll never change. each to their own, and I can respect that.
@campwinnietravellingaustralia
@campwinnietravellingaustralia 4 ай бұрын
Thanks for the comment ❤
@neils28
@neils28 Ай бұрын
When you are in a campground with no designated spot for a few days ore more and you want to do some exploring in your motorhome but want to come back to that campground, do you leave something in you spot to let people know you are coming back to that spot later that day. Maybe a small sign, etc?
@campwinnietravellingaustralia
@campwinnietravellingaustralia Ай бұрын
Yes that’s exactly what we have done, we’ve gone out for the day and left either our camp chairs and table. We’ve never had anything taken. If you're worried, just leave an old camp chair or two. And let your fellow campers who are near you that you are coming back.
@sailingtwokeelasunset1231
@sailingtwokeelasunset1231 2 жыл бұрын
Great info. I think you have confirmed our choice of a motor home
@SteveMack
@SteveMack 2 жыл бұрын
Great video mate - will share it to my mate who travels Australia too - I'm sure he'll also subscribe! (& thanks again for looking after my Fatboy on your other channel!)👍👍👍
@paulinebrennan8836
@paulinebrennan8836 2 жыл бұрын
Love love love this video. We’ve just decided that when my gf retires it a few years , we’re selling up, buying a motorhome & hitting the road permanently. I’ve told my adult girls, not the granddaughters just yet, & they love the idea & want to meet where ever we are at the time for holidays. In the meantime, I’m doing my research on the do’s & don’ts of life on the road & have found some great fb groups that are a well of info. We’re so excited & I’m going to, be checking in all of your videos 😊😊😊😊😊
@campwinnietravellingaustralia
@campwinnietravellingaustralia 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Pauline. Glad you enjoyed. I'm sure you'll love life on the road....you'll see a LOT!
@TropicalZooms
@TropicalZooms 2 жыл бұрын
Great video. Subscribed (390) watched & liked. We’ve just gone from caravans to our first little Motorhome and love it. Love being able to just turn the key and go. Also nice not to have to hook and unhook from the car. Most of all no more stressful reversing into small sites. Safe travels 😃👍
@campwinnietravellingaustralia
@campwinnietravellingaustralia 2 жыл бұрын
Very well said! Yes, we'll never go back to towing a caravan, as motorhoming is just too easy!
@unpluggedkiwi1063
@unpluggedkiwi1063 9 ай бұрын
I started this lifestyle 6 years ago with a 9m motorhome and a Suzuki Vitara. Being from a bricks-n-sticks background, I thought I needed the room, even though I am by myself. After 12 months I went down to a 7m motorhome, still with the Suzuki behind. Another 12 months and I went to the dark side and bought a 4.3m caravan. The caravan has worked for me because I tend to stay in one place for a week or more. That is when having a tow car comes in handy. I recently stayed in one spot for 4 weeks. In my opinion (for what it is worth), I think if you are travelling every day or two, a motorhome works well. A caravan comes in to it's own if you want to stop in one place for longer periods of time. At the beginning of this year I had a major (almost fatal) heart attack, which threw a spanner in the works. Yes I can still handle the caravan setup etc, but it is a lot more tiring than it used to be. I think my ideal now would be a 7m 4x4 van (VW, Mercedes), but unfortunately that is out of my price range now that I am unable to work. So for now I will continue with the caravan and buying a lotto ticket every week.
@campwinnietravellingaustralia
@campwinnietravellingaustralia 9 ай бұрын
Love this!
@erickingston3636
@erickingston3636 Жыл бұрын
Motorhome for we retirees! Eighteen months after new and 21,000 km on the clock across four states - unfortunately, Covid restrictions did limit us. Grandchildren love school holiday trips with us. Agree with you re the advantages. My wife and I are working through your travels to give us ideas. The caravan pullers always unhitch and take their FWD to places we can never reach so I prefer watching video by motorhome travellers! Many thanks.
@campwinnietravellingaustralia
@campwinnietravellingaustralia Жыл бұрын
Hi Eric. Yep, we absolutely love our motorhome. It's allowed us to see so much of Australia, and its just too easy
@gen-x-gap-year2018
@gen-x-gap-year2018 2 жыл бұрын
Great video, we’re planing on doing “The Lap” and researching RV options. Seems like the old RWD will go anywhere. So many FWD motor homes out there. But I like how yours seems to go anywhere. Looking forward to checking out your other videos 👍
@campwinnietravellingaustralia
@campwinnietravellingaustralia 2 жыл бұрын
Yep. They're awesome. Just push 'em through, and wave to all the soccer mums with rigs 3 times more capable than our Winnie, but haven't got a trace of red dirt on them 😃
@amtravelsaus
@amtravelsaus 2 жыл бұрын
Just saw your comment on fb , had to check out your video as we're sooooo getting a motorhome to make our travels easier 🙂
@campwinnietravellingaustralia
@campwinnietravellingaustralia 2 жыл бұрын
Motorhomes are awesome. They are just so comfortable, and, well, homely! We love ours. Regret not buying one in the first place 😒
@Dee-iw6up
@Dee-iw6up 2 жыл бұрын
Love how your motorhome is set up. Looks great! 😊
@campwinnietravellingaustralia
@campwinnietravellingaustralia 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Deidre. We absolutely love it! It's just so homely inside, and definitely a conversation starter wherever we take it 👍
@Dee-iw6up
@Dee-iw6up 2 жыл бұрын
@@campwinnietravellingaustralia 😊
@marklucas2591
@marklucas2591 Жыл бұрын
Being a 12 year full-time motorhomer, I agree.
@campwinnietravellingaustralia
@campwinnietravellingaustralia Жыл бұрын
Yep, they are awesome
@TheBabyskywalker
@TheBabyskywalker Жыл бұрын
Great video’ very helpful thanks
@campwinnietravellingaustralia
@campwinnietravellingaustralia Жыл бұрын
Thank you, glad we helped 😀
@moviesandmysteries4538
@moviesandmysteries4538 6 ай бұрын
thanks dear🎉🎉
@jonathanodell8854
@jonathanodell8854 Жыл бұрын
These isuzu cabovers are TANKS even though not 4x4 they can really take you thru some rough terrain!! Love ur rig cheers!!
@campwinnietravellingaustralia
@campwinnietravellingaustralia Жыл бұрын
They sure are! And he's even tougher since our recent upgrades kzfaq.info/get/bejne/h5uEoc14m5-bhWg.html
@Sushi2735
@Sushi2735 9 ай бұрын
With the Motor Home you need to tow a small car. With the Caravan, you just unhook your truck. Real toss up, I agree. Comparing Apples to Apples, size wise, for me the caravan. Just so I don’t have to tow a vehicle ❤️
@campwinnietravellingaustralia
@campwinnietravellingaustralia 9 ай бұрын
We've done the whole lap around Australia twice in our motorhome (currently on our second lap). Never needed an extra car. In fact, we wouldn't have got into anywhere near the wilderness areas if we were towing a car. Of course, that's just us. There's a dozen ways to travel around Aus!
@scubajunkie6591
@scubajunkie6591 Жыл бұрын
Awesome video ! Thank you for making it 😊🙏. Currently looking for a motorhome to buy . Has your van been up for sale on Facebook market place last few weeks , camp Winnie looks familiar ! if not thanks for the informative vid .
@campwinnietravellingaustralia
@campwinnietravellingaustralia Жыл бұрын
Thanks mate. No, Winnie definitely hasn't been up for sale
@sagora3114
@sagora3114 10 ай бұрын
Thank you)
@campwinnietravellingaustralia
@campwinnietravellingaustralia 10 ай бұрын
You're welcome
@waylandforge8704
@waylandforge8704 2 ай бұрын
Thanks for the time and effort you put into this, it's been a big help. Just a question about roadside assist ? Do RACQ and NRMA provide road side assist for MH's
@campwinnietravellingaustralia
@campwinnietravellingaustralia 2 ай бұрын
Thank you for your kind words 🙏 Yes, we went with NRMA gold membership to cover us, thankfully we never needed it. I believe RACQ may do MH’s as well.
@Creek-Critter
@Creek-Critter Жыл бұрын
Thank You, that’s exactly what I thought, now which one and under 6m, for an old guy.
@campwinnietravellingaustralia
@campwinnietravellingaustralia Жыл бұрын
Just keep it simple, and get amongst it. 👍. Noticing a few on Facebook marketplace lately
@normanappleton3627
@normanappleton3627 2 жыл бұрын
Most Motorhomes I have seen have NO hanging space for clothing nor do they cater for taller folk
@campwinnietravellingaustralia
@campwinnietravellingaustralia 2 жыл бұрын
Surprisingly our motorhome has great ceiling height. As for hanging space, we converted our wardrobe into 4 individual shelves inside it, so all 4 of us had our own locker style clothing storage section. We never needed to hang any clothing, as everything we owned in the motorhome was simply camping clothing. 🏕
@rob-zz5pp
@rob-zz5pp 9 ай бұрын
you guy have best life out great to see Rob Qld
@campwinnietravellingaustralia
@campwinnietravellingaustralia 9 ай бұрын
Cheers mate 🍻
@neilab3614
@neilab3614 4 ай бұрын
Noticed kids in rear no seat belts are they allowed to ride in back?
@campwinnietravellingaustralia
@campwinnietravellingaustralia 4 ай бұрын
There are Australian complianced approved belts fitted to both front and rear booth seats, as it left the factory in 1994, and yes they do wear them at all times. No exceptions 👍
@cozza98
@cozza98 2 жыл бұрын
Great video and so professional. I’ve subscribed to your channel and will work my way through your content but just wondering if you know of any women who travel in a motor home solo? I’m 57 and on my own and just retired and dream of travelling around Australia with my 2 little fur babies but not sure about safety. Would love your advice 🌼
@campwinnietravellingaustralia
@campwinnietravellingaustralia 2 жыл бұрын
Hi TraceLea. Thank you for watching. As soon as I read your question, I had it instantly answered with a huge YES! We have absolutely met solo ladies travelling Aus. I can think of 1 that we personally know, who is full time, and then more who we just met along the way. So, yes, travelling solo women are definitely amoung our travellers. As for safety concerns, I've never seen, or even heard of any issues. Just be sensible where you camp, as generally everyone likes to pull up at a recreation campground where there are at least a couple of other campers around (the travelling community is awesome. I really mean that!). If in the very rare circumstance you pull into a camp somewhere, and it's not for you....drive on to the next one. Just brush up on basic mechanical skills like checking engine fluids, being able to change a tyre by yourself (it'll probably happen), and have a good phone (Telstra!!!) Keep in touch, and just do it! 👍
@cozza98
@cozza98 2 жыл бұрын
@@campwinnietravellingaustralia oh that’s wonderful to hear and thanks so much for replying. Does your solo traveller have a social media account or a way I can contact her? I’m nervous about doing it’s a dream and the alternative is sitting at home crocheting 😂 Anyway I’ll follow you on instagram and maybe send you a PM with my contact information. Thanks heaps 🙏
@LadyMitcly
@LadyMitcly Жыл бұрын
@@cozza98Hi there, I’m in a similar situation & I’m wondering if you did it? If so, what do you think about safety now, is it still a concern?
@cozza98
@cozza98 Жыл бұрын
@@LadyMitcly no I haven’t started travelling yet but hope to some time in the future. No set time though. Good luck to you though 😃
@sayuzmoonlight916
@sayuzmoonlight916 Жыл бұрын
Great video! I would go for a motorhome! I’m thinking of exporting a small motorhome from Japan to Australia. Do you know any tips for importing? Or do you know anyeone who knows about importing a motorhome from Japan? Thank you,😊
@campwinnietravellingaustralia
@campwinnietravellingaustralia Жыл бұрын
Hi Sayuz. Importing from overseas these days is extremely costly. Then you have compliance issues with registration here in Australia, and being a motorhome, 240v electrical and LPG gas needs to be Australia complianced. I'd strongly recommend buying something already here in Australia. If you want a small Japanese motorhome, check out the Isuzu Elf. They are awesome! Compact, AND they are 4WD. We saw a couple of these in our travels
@sayuzmoonlight916
@sayuzmoonlight916 Жыл бұрын
@@campwinnietravellingaustralia Hi! Thank you for your thoughts on importing a small motor home from Japan. Yes, Isuzu ELF is my ideal one. Also Toyota Camroad 3000cc, is a similar type. I would also like to consider a bit smaller size, like Nissan of Mazda Van 1800cc or even Hi-roof Toyota Hiace. I will paste photos and link to your Instagram. Sayuz,
@georgeknight1645
@georgeknight1645 Жыл бұрын
If you at caravan park for about week and want to sightsee how do you keep your spot at caravan park
@campwinnietravellingaustralia
@campwinnietravellingaustralia Жыл бұрын
Unhook the power cord and water hose, and drive out. Hook them back up when you return. Easy. Although we hardly stayed in caravan parks
@CairnsMotorhomes
@CairnsMotorhomes 8 ай бұрын
I have 3 orange cones for when I drive off from an unallocated camping spot
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