Outbound Adventure Blog
Caravan costs, ownership insights, industry news and practical advice to help you travel smarter.
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13 Caravan Companies in 12 Months: What It Means for Buyers
In the past 12 months, 13 separate companies across eight Australian caravan manufacturing and importing groups have entered administration or liquidation. With thousands of caravans a year tied to these businesses, the fallout raises serious questions around deposits, warranties
The Caravan Boom Isn’t Over — Australians Are Just Travelling Differently
Australians are taking more caravan trips but spending fewer nights away. Cost-of-living pressures, shorter holidays and changing ownership habits are reshaping the caravan market.
General Caravan Use Guide
We look at the basics of using a caravan and trouble shoot some of the basic common issues that hirers find.
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How Many Days a Year Do You Need to Use a Caravan Before Buying Makes Sense?
Buying a caravan can feel like the obvious choice if you travel regularly—but how often do you actually need to use it? We compare the real cost of buying, hiring and Unbound RV at 10, 20, 30, 40 and 60 days a year.
Sometimes the Customer Isn’t Right: The Reality of Caravan Hire
Caravans aren’t resorts, and sometimes things break, batteries go flat or an older van simply shows its age. After years in caravan hire, we’ve learned that camping takes a little effort — but the freedom, adventure and memories still make it worth it.