So, you’re looking to buy a family caravan but you’re not sure where to start. You’ve heard about a bunch of different models, features, and fitouts, but it still makes you feel overwhelmed. Well, the good news is we are here to break down how you can find the perfect fit for your needs. Check out this handy blog from PMX Campers for everything you need to know.
[Read more…]Advice for Towing Caravans
If you’re thinking about a weekend getaway with the family (and caravan in tow), then it’s a good idea to brush up on some safety basics to ensure that things go off without a hitch. Whether you’re headed to the beach or exploring the bush, be sure to check out these top tips from the experts at PMX campers.
[Read more…]Caravans vs. Campervans: A Beginners Guide
The last few months have been crazy. But if there is one big positive to come out of all of this, it’s that more Australian’s are going to be seeing plenty more of the great outdoors right here in Australia.
If you’ve been looking to gear up for your first big adventure back with the family, then you’ve come to the right place. This article is going to help you understand the differences between caravans and camper trailers, and how to make the right choice for you.
[Read more…]A Beginners Guide: Camper Trailer vs Roof Tent
Exploring different camper options can be confusing. Being spoilt for choice can also leave you spending hours researching different types of trailers and tents. If you’ve narrowed down your options between a camper trailer and roof tent, you are probably wondering, which one is better? Well, the answer truly depends on what you will be using it for.
[Read more…]Keeping Your Child Safe While Camping
Camping has long been a favourite way for families to spend some quality time together. With international tourism on hold for now, plenty more families are going to be heading out camping for the first time. Despite what has brought it about, we couldn’t be happier to see more Australians getting out into the bush and exploring what this wonderful country has to offer.
[Read more…]Campsite Clean-up: Being a Good Neighbour While Camping
If you are new to camping or it’s your fiftieth trip, there are a few golden rules you should always follow out of respect for neighbouring campers and for Australia’s beautiful landscape. Following camping etiquette guidelines help to ensure an incredible and safe experience for those you’re camping with and others around you.
We’ve put together a list of must-follow camping golden rules. Following these simple steps can help to ensure a great camping experience for everyone involved. Whether you are planning a weekend away or a month-long trip, these rules can be applied at any site for a happy and successful trip.
[Read more…]Everything You Need to Put on Your Camper Trailer Checklist
Whether it’s your first-time camping, or you’ve been a hundred times, packing never gets any easier. At PMX Campers, we believe when camping, it’s always better to be over prepared than under prepared. That’s why we put together a comprehensive list of camping essentials and where you can find them.
[Read more…]What First-Time Campers Should Know About Their Camping Trip
For first timers, the thought of camping can be exciting and intimidating at the same time. However, with the right preparation and some sound advice, camping can be an extremely rewarding activity for the entire family. There’s something special about spending the weekend embracing the great outdoors, being in touch with the nature that surrounds you and enjoying the peace and quiet.
For those new to the whole experience, we’ve developed a few handy tips to eliminate the chance of making the common mistakes first time campers often learn the hard way. Read on here to learn how to ensure everyone leaves the trip a happy camper.
[Read more…]Choosing a Camper with Enough Sleeping Space for the Whole Family
Family camping trips are the perfect way to bring everyone closer together and create some great memories. Modern camper trailers have come a long way in recent years. When you’re looking to purchase the right one for your family, it’s important to make sure it has enough comfortable sleeping space for everyone. After all, you’ll have a much better time if everybody can get a good night’s sleep after all the fun family activities during the day.
[Read more…]Safe Driving Tips for Towing a Caravan or Camper Trailer
There’s something about camping and caravanning that appeals to our sense of adventure and our love of the great outdoors. However, there are things you need to know before you can safely tow a camper or caravan anywhere. Hitching something to the back of your vehicle that can weigh several tonnes requires some extra driving skills and a new awareness of braking distances and height and width clearance.
With that in mind, here are some of our safe driving tips for towing campers and caravans.
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