When you are planning a trip anywhere; there are a lot of things to consider. If you are planning a road trip around Australia, then you have a lot to plan for. Australia is not the largest continent the planet, but is not very small either.
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Stick to a budget
Whether you are traveling by car or traveling in an RV, you need to have a budget planned out. The average amount of money you are will and able to spend per night in a campground or drive up motel. Hookups are available, but there can be an extra charge for a second vehicle if you are towing one behind the RV. Driving around Australia is an adventure, and your plans need to be exact for a flawless road trip before you leave.
The prices for campgrounds vary across the country, but in the more touristy places the prices do tend to climb from $20 to $50 a night. Fuel is another thing to figure out. Driving an RV, which is usually a gas RV, can be expensive. The prices go up and down around the country. If you are not prepared to pay extra for fuel in some areas, then traveling by vehicle might not be for you.
Sleeping Spots
Where you pitch your tent or park your RV depends on your budget, but it also depends on your comfort level. Not everyone is willing or able to sleep on the ground or is willing to be cold. Having a good camping tent or RV is a place to start. You want to be able to enjoy your adventures without losing. You also want to feel safe on your trip.
Electricity
While some people are alright living without electricity when they travel, if you have an RV, then a hookup sometimes will be necessary. Finding places where you can plug in can go beyond where you sleep at night. If you live by your computer and on your phone you will need places to charge them satisfactorily.
If you aren’t traveling in an RV that has power and hookups, then buying ice for your cooler will be a regular thing. It is also not unheard of to have a generator on board for running heaters, electronics or just charging batteries. Many are small enough to fit in the back of a car without getting in the way.
Solar panels are also an option if you have a way to set them up and room for batteries to store the sun rays.
Time of the Year
Traveling in Australia from December through March means rain in the North end of the country. The rainy season comes with a lot of humidity, and it is not going for camping out. There are often flash floods as well, so many of the highways turn into their rivers. The time to head to the north side of the country is towards the fall into the winter. It is lovely, and you will miss the rain and the humidity with the heat.
Weather
Watching the weather is as important as knowing when to travel. It is very hot in the Easter Queensland areas, and skin cancer is high. It is good to travel with a lot of sunscreens if you are traveling in the late spring or early fall. The sun is strong and getting burned is very likely. It is also good to remember December to March is the Australian Summer.
The Internet
The internet is not universal across Australia. Many cities and countries are completely set up to put you online for your work or your travel blog. The landscape of Australia makes it difficult to get wireless in a lot of places and getting a signal on your cell phone will be difficult.
If you need to have access to the internet for work, research or social networking than having a portable hotspot or a booster for your phone is something to check with your provider about. Several wireless providers provide ones, for a fee, for cell phone and there are travel packs to boost signals for internet and charge electronics.
Pet Needs
Traveling with a pet is amazing. It can also bring with it added complication. A pet entering Australia from outside the country needs a host of shots. Even if you are local, your pet should have their shots up-to-date before you get on the road.
There are plenty of animals and plants that can leave your friend sick or injured. It is best to be ready. They also require their food, water, and travel accommodations, so they are comfortable and happy. There are also plenty of places that will not allow your dog to stay, so be comfortable enough tying them up outside places while you go inside.