Money is the thing that keeps most people from starting their Big Lap. Not because it’s impossibly expensive, but because nobody gives them a straight answer about what it actually costs. Ask in a Facebook group and you’ll get replies ranging from “$400 a week, easy” to “we spent $3,000 a week and it wasn’t […]

Buying a house is the ultimate settling step, and making it a home is a never-ending process. But what happens when you decide to ditch everything and explore the world? It’s not only a matter of the financially reasonable decision, but what you can handle emotionally too. Real estate is expensive, but so is a […]

Preparing for your big lap around Australia? Overwhelmed by all the ‘stuff’ you need to buy? We hear you! Getting your car and van ready for your Big Lap can be a minefield of information-overload and shiny object syndrome. Not a great combination. But with so many products on the market that you absolutely ‘need’ […]

☰ What’s In This Guide Why Working On The Road Changes Everything Remote Work: Your Existing Job, New Location Casual & Seasonal Work Caravan Park Management Which Option Suits Your Trip? The Big Lap doesn’t have to be a one-way drain on your savings. A growing number of travellers fund their trips partially or entirely […]

So you want to travel around Australia? Well, you’re going to need a bucket load of money… or are you?! Often when you’re thinking about travelling about the country or doing your Big Lap, it can feel like somewhat of a pipe dream. Having to save for a year, or more, without full-time work may […]