Travel Australia Podcast by The Feel Good Family

Send us Fan Mail This week we catch up with our good mate and industry legend, Adrian Toft (AKA Tofty) CEO of Zone RV.  We’re talking community, mental health, industry news and RV lifestyle tips. Adrian is sure to inspire you with his story of resilience and encouragement. This is one special episode you don’t want to miss!  Our YouTube channel www.youtube.com/thefeelgoodfamily has a new destinat...

Send us Fan Mail From Tassie to Queensland, Outback NSW and Victoria, plus the ultimate island getaway, this episode is jam packed with incredible destinations and travel inspiration! Check out our Top 5 Bucket List Destinations episode on our YouTube channel - https://youtu.be/xkcP-QubYUM Full episodes below for Top 5 Destinations:  Bruny Island, Tasmania - https://youtu.be/5EFpJeASaN0 South Stra...

Send us Fan Mail This week we show you around our secluded tropical oasis in Howard Springs, located an easy 30 minutes from the city, and share our tips on the best free experience in the heart of Darwin. Plus, we showcase the number 1 attraction to immerse yourself in Darwin’s history, culture and top experiences, and we discuss an in depth wrap up of our 6 week Explorers Way road trip from Adel...

Send us Fan Mail We spend 4 fantastic days hiking and immersing ourselves in the tranquil environment of Edith Falls, chasing waterfalls, swimming in secluded rock pools, and soaking up the stunning landscape that abounds in the Northern Territory. And we are spoiled with a rare display of courtship from our feathered campsite neighbour. Check out our latest episode on our YouTube channel -   http...

Send us Fan Mail Our first stop Karlu Karlu, the fascinating landscape of Devils Marbles, for an overnight stay within the conservation reserve. Then we’re off to Daly Waters for the most unique and happening outback pub experience we’ve ever had. With its tropical temperatures, flowing drinks and jumping vibe, this is one place not to miss. And finally, we soak up the natural wonders of Mataranka...

Send us Fan Mail Paul gets some great advice around road safety, towing and gear tips, and we say farewell to our wonderful friends after a fantastic 2 weeks traveling the red centre together. We enjoy some easy and beautiful day trips from Alice, exploring and hiking the East and West MacDonnell ranges, including some of Australia’s oldest aboriginal rock art, and stop in at one of the most unlik...

Send us Fan Mail We overnight at the million acre Curtin Springs Station and experience a truly unique outback tour, before traveling to Kings Creek Station for a 4 night stay in their fantastic campsite overlooking the ranges.  We take in all the National Park has to offer, including a number of short walks within the canyon, and tick off an exhilarating bucket list item completing the 6km Canyon...

Send us Fan Mail We make the most of our time, and enjoy a number of different walks and experiences around Uluru and the spectacular Kata Tjuta. It is not until you are standing in the midst of these giants that you really get a perspective for just how impressive they are! We camp off grid at the Ayers Rock Resort campground, spending our nights warming up around the campfire. Plus we enjoy the...

Send us Fan Mail Known as the opal capital of the world, and famous for its incredible underground dwellings, this place is like no other we’ve visited! We find the perfect base at an awesome Hipcamp property, overlooking the vast outback, and enjoy a number of free events as part of the annual Opal Festival including a night at the drive in theatre to watch the famous Australian blockbuster The A...

Send us Fan Mail Our first stop is a free camp in Peterborough, once the epicentre of rail travel in Australia, to experience the award winning Steamtown sound and light show, a must do for any train lover. Next We overnight in the quaint village of Quorn and marvel at one of the most incredible night time silo art installations, then continue on another 350km to the Glendambo Roadhouse, stopping...

Send us Fan Mail From the gear we have tried and tested, love and trust, to the new apps and new technology we use to stay connected, safety and security, resources and so much more, we hope we can help you make the most of your RV lifestyle! Plus, we share a moving tribute to Dorothea Mackellar and this incredible country we call home, and stay till the end as we reveal some exciting new travel p...

Send us Fan Mail We enjoy a ride on a heritage railway, a spectacular journey that follows the south coast from Victor Harbour to Goolwa, and spend a day exploring the beautiful Adelaide Hills region soaking up the German culture in the quaint village of Hahndorf. Plus, we enjoy a snowy winter wonderland afternoon in our very own igloo, and experience another first for Jasper. Check out our latest...

Send us Fan Mail We manage to remove most of the Outback from the back of the truck before the team at Mildura 4x4 install a canopy, long range fuel tank and double battery system, while we spend our days camping on the banks of the Murray river in Buronga, New South Wales. When the Hilux is complete we hit the road west for Renmark, a beautiful port side town in South Australia’s riverlands, befo...

Send us Fan Mail This week we complete our Sturt Steps adventure, departing Packsaddle for Broken Hill, to enjoy a couple of starry nights at one of our favourite off grid campsites, the Living Desert.  We set up camp at a new favourite spot on the water at Copi Hollow and enjoy a great lunch at the Maiden Hotel, a significant landmark for the Burke and Wills expedition in 1860. Plus we spend a gr...

Send us Fan Mail We say goodbye to Tibooburra and set up camp in Milparinka, the Outback gold mining town that time forgot, immersing ourselves in the rich history and enjoying one of our most memorable family experiences to date. We overnight at Pincally Sheep Station, an incredible and unexpected oasis in the Outback and spend our last night free camping miles from anywhere with fellow traveller...

Send us Fan Mail We’ll be discovering incredible landscapes from Charles Sturt’s 1845 expedition in search of an inland sea, and the Outback towns that now bring life and character to this remote region. We set up camp in Tibooburra in the far north west, and day trip to Cameron Corner where Australia’s famous dingo fence meets the borders of Queensland, South Australia and New South Wales. This d...

Send us Fan Mail This week we say goodbye to the Great Ocean Road and camp beachside on Victoria’s beautiful Mornington Peninsula. We take the Hilux and caravan by ferry from Queenscliff to Sorrento, an easy 40 minute trip that saves the drive through Melbourne city, and enjoy a week at the Whitecliffs campsite, on the foreshore of Port Phillip Bay. Check out the Mornington Peninsula footage from...

Send us Fan Mail This week we experience one of the world’s most scenic coastal drives, along The Great Ocean Road. We say goodbye to Mount Gambier, South Australia, and travel to the little seaside town of Peterborough on Victoria’s south west coast, and indulge in a delicious foodie discovery of cheese, whisky and ice cream in the quaint village of Timboon. We take in all the highlights of the s...

Send us Fan Mail We explore the geological wonderland of Mount Gambier, on the impressive Limestone Coast of South Australia. This incredibly beautiful and unique region boasts over 800 lava caves and 50 sinkholes, formed over 5000 years ago from volcanic eruptions. We enjoy some of the best including the beautiful Umpherston Sinkhole, truly a magical experience, and Paul dives into one of Austral...

Send us Fan Mail We board the historic Rothbury Paddle Steamer for a lunchtime tour downstream through Loch 11, and have the opportunity to witness the final stages of harvest when we catch up with one of Australia’s most successful wine grape growers. We soak up the sunshine across the Easter long weekend, indulge in too many chocolate eggs thanks to the Easter Bunny, and fill our days with activ...

Send us Fan Mail We stop in Wentworth to experience the confluence of 2 of Australia’s greatest rivers, the mighty Murray and the Darling, and walk the Junction Island trail to get a bird’s eye view of the Riverlands. We camp off grid on the banks of the beautiful Murray River in Mildura and soak up the buzz of this vibrant river city, renowned for its love of motor sports both on and off the wate...

Send us Fan Mail We camp off grid at a Silverton Outback Camel Farm, and get to know one of the friendliest and most curious Aussie locals we’ve ever met!  We experience a breathtaking Outback sunset tour on camel back, and soak up the history of the region through a number of local experiences including the Old Gaol Museum, School Museum, Silverton Pub and the fascinating desert cemetery. The hig...

Send us Fan Mail This week we continue our stay in the incredible NSW Outback. We camp off grid at the Living Desert State Park Starview Primitive Campsite, under an incredible 5 billion stars, and spend our days exploring the 2400 hectare reserve, including the iconic sunset sculptures that brought together artists from all over the world.  Plus we take in the Flora and Fauna Sanctuary and hike t...

Send us Fan Mail With so much on offer for every visitor, we are sharing our round up of the best attractions and experiences in Broken Hill to fill your days and make your stay truly memorable! From world class art galleries, quirky pubs, rich history and passionate locals, expect the unexpected in Broken Hill! Plus, we have the opportunity to learn all about the incredible and lifesaving work of...

Send us Fan Mail This week we drive over 1100km through the epic countryside of New South Wales, from Nundle to Broken Hill to start our awesome Outback NSW adventure! We stop to marvel at the famous Gunnedah Silos that pay tribute to an iconic Australian poem, My Country by Dorothea Mackellar, before enjoying some unexpected and wild outback hospitality!  Plus we are giving away the Ultimate Feel...