Road Tripping
When we left Australia, back in 2017, to travel Europe for a year in a motorhome, we had no idea we would begin an adventure of road tripping around the world, or that we would start a road trip blog. But here we are on this journey with a goal to road trip and explore as many destinations as we can.
What is a Road Trip?
The definition of Road Trip in the Cambridge Dictionary says it is a long trip or holiday taken by car; Merriam Webster states it is an extended trip in a motor vehicle. We prefer the latter definition, as a road trip can be taken in many forms of transport as long as it is by road. The length of a road trip can be anything from a day to years; it all depends on the type of journey.
Whether you are spending a day, weeks, months or even years, the spontaneity and independence road-tripping presents, makes travel even more enjoyable. We love how taking a road trip offers us freedom, choice and flexibility.
We’ve learnt a thing or two about life on the road and this blog is our way of sharing that knowledge and inspiring you to have a road-tripping adventure too.
Whether you are thinking of or planning a road trip in a motorhome, campervan, car, 4×4 bush camper or even a bicycle, you’re sure to find something useful here in our road trip blog to help you plan the perfect road trip. We are constantly adding articles so follow us on Facebook and Instagram for extra pics and do drop us a line if you think we may be able to help you.
Road Trip Tips and Inspiration
30+ Fun Campervan Games for your Next Road Trip (2022)
Have fun on the road with these awesome campervan games. Compact, easy to store and perfect for both travelling couples and families to enjoy.
15 Fantastic Road Trip Tips for Couples
The ultimate guide of road trip tips for couples — from the practical to those special extras that will take your road trip to the next level.
130 Road Trip Quotes (& Images) to Inspire Your Next Adventure
Road trip quotes with photos to inspire your next travel adventure. All images captured as we road trip around the world.
Motorhome Road Trip Tips
Beginners Guide to Hiring a Motorhome and Campervan
Everything you need to know when hiring a motorhome and campervan. The perfect beginners guide to set you up for a fantastic road trip.
Gadgets for Campervans: Making Life Easier
Keep your campervanning fun and stress-free with these essential, useful and practical gadgets for campervans.
The Best Motorhome Tips for Beginners
These top motorhome tips for beginners will make your first motorhome experience a whole lot easier and stress-free.
We hired a motorhome for 12 months for our Europe road tripping adventure. Back then, we were beginners to motorhomes, so the first few weeks of our road trip involved a sharp learning curve. Although we loved the freedom of choosing where to go on a whim, we realised we also needed a smooth-running system with the right accessories and gadgets for a motorhome, a fair deal of road trip planning, and a road-tripping sense of humour.
Below, you’ll find plenty of European road trip ideas including many of Europe’s best road trips to set out on.
Campervanning in Europe: All You Need to Know (with interactive map)
Everything you need to know for campervanning in Europe – how to plan your trip, campervan tips, route planning, costs involved and other useful information
Road Trip Guides
As we road trip around the world, we capture all the information we think is useful for you as a reader of our Road Trip Blog.
Jump to a specific country here or browse a selection of our posts below, for inspiration on your next road trip adventure.
Popular Europe Road Trips
Campervanning in Switzerland: Your Ultimate Guide
Everything you need to know about campervanning in Switzerland. Motorhome stops, the best places to visit and info on driving the Swiss Alps.
Motorhoming in Germany: Your Ultimate Guide
Motorhome Germany – a complete guide to road tripping around Germany, including the Black Forest, Bavaria, driving tips, interactive map and motorhome camper stops.
Campervanning in Portugal: Your Ultimate Guide
Everything you need to know for a campervanning in Portugal road trip; interactive map, suggested places to visit, and so much more…
Motorhoming in France: Your Ultimate Guide
Everything you need to know for Motorhoming France: Routes, campsites, interactive map, and plenty of advice and handy tips to make life on the road that much easier.
The Ultimate Iceland 2 Week Itinerary – (Inc. Costs)
This detailed Iceland 2 week itinerary & self-drive adventure follows the Ring Road stopping at the best of Iceland’s attractions. Costs inc.
A Campervan Greece Road Trip: The Ultimate Guide
A campervan Greece Road Trip ultimate guide – full of mythical magic, ancient monuments and beautiful places for making many memorable moments.
Motorhoming in Spain: Sensational Spanish Road Trip
Motorhoming in Spain – plan your own perfect Spain campervan itinerary. Diverse options to choose, inc. interactive map, motorhome stops and driving tips.
Campervanning in Italy: Your Ultimate Guide
Campervanning in Italy: Everything you need to know to take a motorhome trip through Italy. Interactive map, suggested Itineraries, camperstop details and heaps more.
Motorhoming in Croatia: The Perfect Road Trip
A Croatia road trip takes you through tourist havens and desolate villages, high rises and country roads Plan your Croatian trip with this 10 day itinerary.
More Road Trips in Europe
Motorhoming in Austria: Your Ultimate Guide (Videos inc.)
This ultimate guide to motorhoming in Austria includes a suggested road trip route, interactive map, camper stops, photos and travel tips.
Slovenia Road Trip: Motorhome and Campervan Guide
A Slovenia road trip full of incredible mountain vistas, beautiful Alpine meadows and glimmering green-blue lakes and rivers.
Bosnia Road Trip: Best Guide for Campervanning
Bosnia Road Trip A Bosnia road trip, in a country with half of its landscape covered in forests, is bound to make for an incredibly scenic drive. Add in waterfalls,…
Serbia Road Trip: Sensational Self-Drive Itinerary
A Serbia road trip including the capital, Belgrade, the beautiful Djerdap Gorge along the Danube and the historical Skull tower at Nis.
Road Trip Alsace and its Picturesque Towns.
Road trip Alsace and visit some of the the most enchanting fairytale-like villages in the whole of Europe. The ‘routes des vins’ is nothing but delightful.
Campervan Sicily Road Trip: Sensational 7 Day Itinerary
When you campervan Sicily you’ll encounter incredible canyons, creepy catacombs, mountain towns and beautiful beaches – Useful Interactive map included with all overnight camperstops.
7 Day Ireland Itinerary: The Great Irish Road Trip
This 7-day Ireland itinerary captures the most spectacular scenic drives and amazing destinations along the Emerald Isle’s west coast.
Albania Road Trip – A Country of Surprises
Our Albania road trip was intriguing and enchanting. Albania will welcome you as a long lost friend and have a surprise around every corner.
Norway Road Trips
Lofoten Road Trip – Seeing is Believing (Inc. Video)
This Lofoten road trip, including the Vesterålen islands sees Norway at its very best. Stunning views, hikes, Northern Lights, sculptures & so much more…
Bergen to Trondheim – An Unforgettable Road Trip
This Bergen to Trondheim road trip visits fjords, Norway’s scenic tourist drives, breath-taking panoramas, old Norwegian towns and so much more. Are you ready?
Norway 2 Week Itinerary – Fjords, Falls and Fairytales
This Norway 2 week itinerary between Bergen and Stavanger follows many of Norway’s Scenic Routes plus fjords, stave churches, traditional towns and waterfalls.
South Africa Road Trips
Kruger National Park Self Drive: Your Ultimate Guide (videos inc)
The Ultimate Guide for your Kruger National Park self-drive includes itineraries, safari tips, wildlife info, driving tips, videos and inspiring photos.
Lesotho Road Trip – Crossing the Mountain Kingdom
This Lesotho road trip crosses tar, gravel and 4×4 tracks passing Katse Dam onto Sani Pass showcasing the amazing landscapes and its people.
3 Fantastic Western Cape Mountain Passes
These fantastic three Western Cape mountain passes in South Africa, all offer something different and all three can be driven in a day. Escape to the mountains for solitude and magnificence.
Tourist Tips for Driving in South Africa: Ultimate Guide
Everything you need to know for driving in South Africa – safety, road rules, foreign licences, type of vehicle, off-road driving and more…
Driving The Sani Pass South Africa – 4×4 Survival Guide
Driving the Sani Pass, South Africa is a must-do 4×4 bucket list drive. We talk through the drive, essential information and videos of this astonishing route.
4×4 South Africa – Top Considerations when Renting or Buying
4×4 South Africa – Renting or Buying. Find out all you need to know to help you make the right decision for your overland South Africa travel and beyond.