On the Road

Section: On the Road - Camping Gear

Some drivers put unrealistic expectations on the daily distances they plan to travel, however this can lead to driving tired and putting yourself and others on the road at great risk.

Created: 09 May 2013

Innovative Ideas & Gear for Camping

There is no end to the range of camping equipment you will see available in camping stores, but it's not all necessary. In this article we'll highlight a few nifty items that are worth taking and

Created: 22 Nov 2012

Driver Fatigue

This article provides the facts on why driver fatigue causes accidents, tips for how you can recognise the signs of driver fatigue, and advice for how to use power-naps to help reduce driver fatigue.

Created: 28 Sep 2012

P-Bays and Rest Areas

Section: On the Road - Pets & Family

Driving on Australia's lonely long roads, it is important to take frequent stops to avoid driver fatigue. Fortunately, most major roads have a system of P-bays but not all rest areas offer the same

Created: 22 Feb 2012

Travelling with Dogs

This article highlights the precautions and planning considerations that go into a making a holiday away with your dog comfortable and safe - for them, your family,

Created: 21 Feb 2012

House Sitting

Section: On the Road - Employment

This article highlights the finer aspects of house sitting for travellers, with practical tips and advice for both parties in the equation - those who wish to hire a sitter,

Created: 16 Feb 2012

Snake Bite Treatment

Section: On the Road - Safety

This article has been completely revised and updated with the assistance of Bob Cooper from Snake R&R Training. Please note link in Comments to new 2017 advice from RFDS.

Created: 06 Feb 2012

Places & Points of Interest

Did you know that you can create a log of all the places and points of interest you've been on a trip simply by taking a photo on your phone or tablet and send that photo by email to our Places

Created: 08 Dec 2011

Using Blogs to Share your Travel Photos

On ExplorOz, you can batch upload your digital photos to create memorable journals of where you've been, or group your favourite photos into themes.

Created: 07 Dec 2011

Travel Photography Tips

The best photos usually come from being in the right place at the right time. However, if you're constantly on the move in your travels then understanding how to get the most from the moment is the

Created: 06 Dec 2011

Lenses - Options & Uses

Many of today's digital SLR cameras come with a telephoto lens suitable for the majority of everyday situations. However, once you become more adept as a photographer,

Flash Photography

Success with flash photography is sometimes a bit of a hit and miss affair but with a little bit of knowledge you can improve your flash photography skills instantly.

Photographic Principles

Want to improve your photographic skills? Then master your understanding of the basic principles - Light, Shutter Speed, Aperture and ISO.

Digital Basics

This article unravels the basic fundamentals of digital photography. Whether you are contemplating buying your first digital camera or if you are struggling to understand some of the terminology

Section: On the Road - Camping

Portable Toilets and Dump Points

Portable toilets are becoming increasingly popular for people who don't want to give up on facilities while travelling. This article details the various portable camping toilets available in the

Created: 23 Sep 2011

Buying a Tent

Section: On the Road - Camping Gear

This article covers essential considerations for buying a tent such as types of tents, fabric, waterproofing, pests and other practical considerations to ensure you get the right tent for your next

Created: 31 Aug 2011

Travelling with Kids 5 - 12 Years & Teenagers

Section: On the Road - Pets & Family

Older kids don't have the same special planning needs as for babies and young toddlers however they are easily bored. A long car trip is just about going to drive them bonkas unless you get smart and

Created: 10 Jun 2008

Travelling with Toddlers 1 - 4 Years

Section: On the Road - Pets & Family

This article provides checklists and tips for travelling with kids from age 1- 4.

Created: 10 Jun 2008

4WD Driving Skills & Rules