You did it! You bought your camper trailer for that epic trip. Now what?
Here are 4 tips to make your next trip less stressful and more enjoyable.
1. Set your budget, then add another 20% for emergencies.
How many resources can you put into this trip? Think of how much you will realistically spend on food and entertainment.
Create a basic itinerary and do the kilometre math to see how much you are likely to spend in petrol alone. Keep in mind, finding a place to park isn’t always free.
Will you need to hook up to electricity some nights or are you bringing your own generator? That’s going to cost as well especially if you need to also buy the generator. Creating a spreadsheet and tracking your purchases as you go will help you see if you’re on track (or need to cut back on the beers).
2. Plan a route
How long is this trip? Where is your end destination? What do you want to see along the way? Will the car need servicing along the way?
Keep an open mind and itinerary so you can pull over whenever you see an interesting place. Think of it as a choose your own RV adventure! Try to avoid driving too much in a single day. Not only from a driver safety perspective but part of the beauty of camper trailer and caravan travel is taking the time to relax and enjoy the beautiful scenery, taking scenic routes and stopping at look-outs.
3. Pack as little as you can, even for the kids
If you are planning on staying at any paid camping grounds you will generally find they have a laundry so that you can get a load of washing in. Grocery and convenience stores are also readily available so don’t overfill your space-precious camper with too much stuff on the outset. It will not only weigh the vehicle down and push the cost of petrol higher but also get messy quickly. You’ll thank yourself later if you learn to live by the mantra, ‘less is more’.
4. Enjoy the great outdoors
Bring some camping chairs and a little table, sit outside and enjoy the sunset. You got your camper to enjoy Australia so make the most of it and breath in the fresh outback air. Disconnect from technology and connect with your travelling partner(s): that’s what camping is all about.
Haven’t Got a Camper Trailer Yet?
If you are considering buying a camper trailer to add more adventure to your weekends, contact the Maverick Campers team today. We’d be happy to help answer any enquiries you have about our Campers and Caravans.
