MOTORHOME VS CARAVAN Australia - The Pros & Cons, Likes & Dislikes
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- MOTORHOME VS CARAVAN Australia - The Pros & Cons, Likes & Dislikes
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0:00 MOTORHOME VS CARAVAN Australia - The Pros & Cons, Likes & Dislikes
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After 11 months full time on the road in our 23ft Coromal Caravan, and the last 3 weeks in our Apollo Motorhome rental, we wanted to share our thoughts on the pros and cons, our likes and dislikes in this Motorhome VS Caravan face off.
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I am a truck driver and I see many cars and caravans that have tipped over. Have not seen one motor home yet
As a solo traveler I have a Fiat Ducato 7.2mt motorhome and I have a light weight trailer on the back with a mid size adventure motorcycle onboard as well as the jet-ski with a full canvas cover and a kayak perched on top of the ladder bars of the trailer. When I set up the bike is my get about vehicle. All put together, for me it spells FREEDOM :-)
My wife and I both grew up in families that caravanned. However we did a motorhome trip to NZ 12 years ago and fell in love with Motorhoming. We have hired 5 different ones since then. We love that we can pull over whenever we want and have a cuppa, just walking through to the back, especially in wet cold weather. Much easier to drive, more economical, no swaying or weight distribution issues, shorter overall length when parking, no complicated articulated vehicle. Being organised when you go through a town and get your supplies is not that hard or a problem. Security and the option of driving off if in danger, no complicated hitching and unhitching are just few pluses. Just pull up, grab the camp chairs and grab a beer or a cuppa. As far as having to pack up when you move, it's not that hard especially if you are organised. Keep things tidy and all you need to to is put the salt and pepper away, close the vents retract the step and you are off. We are looking at purchasing our own and we have already travelled through NSW, Victoria, SA, Tassie and NT. Looking forward to doing the rest in our own motorhome as well as lots of weekend trips with our grand kids. My wife drives as well, but I would have a hard job convincing her to drive a tow vehicle and van.
Each to his own, but we love motorhoming.
So many great points here - we are sure we’ll do more in years to come too 😊
Something to consider is if you arrive at your chosen destination, set everything up & realise that you need to go to the shops. This is where towing a van has an advantage.
Excellent episode. We’ve been following Trip in a Van for a while and whilst they show us some amazing places and they’re such a great family, we won’t be able to visit some of the places they go as we don’t have a 4WD but we recently came across your channel and absolutely LOVING all the episodes, what you guys do is a little more in line with how we will be travelling next year as we will be mostly staying at parks and not off the beaten track so to speak. We really enjoy following your journey and can’t wait to start ours. You’re giving us some great tips and info, so informative. Thank you! You’re such a lovely family! PS...Hope you are back walking comfortably very soon
Thank you Jo!! We really appreciate your comment 😊 walking much better this week, still a bit swollen at end of day but pain has reduced dramatically 👍🕺🏼
The Feel Good Family that’s good to hear! Here’s to a full recovery ASAP. Happy travels. We look forward to Sunday’s to see your new episodes. Jasper is such a great little kid too! Adorable!
Great episode and you're so right in saying you'll never get it perfect and to just make a start. Like many we didn't know how to start and reluctant to tow, bought a 30 year old motorhome. Had lots of fun for a couple of years, now caravanning. The main thing is just to get out there and do it. Look forward to seeing you each week.
Thank you for your support Frank 👍😊
I feel modern motorhomes and campervans, people don't put a lot of thought into storage of items so they don't rattle around, make noise, fall off etc, which created that annoying DIN. I fitted out my own campervan and I insulated and foam filled all internal panels and cavities which might vibrate and make noise. With all the insulation and anti-clatter holders and cupboards I don't get any of those noise issues.
Thank you all for this very informative video! Cheers Jen 🌻
We are buying our second Caravan, lots more room than a Motorhome and when staying for a few days (or weeks) somewhere you still have a comfortable and safe vehicle to go touring in, but horses for courses as they say. Our friends have had 2 large Motorhomes with tow behind Suzuki's which require more work to hitch up and safely secure, also there is the extra maintenance costs involved, they are now the proud owners of a new Caravan with a Land-cruiser and have no regrets..
Fantastic! We love our van and that’s our choice while we have our 6 year old adventurer on board! The Motorhome has been such a great ‘holiday’ experience when we’ve had one - I think we’ll down the track we’ll consider one 😊👍
Very helpful. Enjoy this experience and stay happy!
Another great show keep up the good work looking forward to next week great to see that you are safe and well that care
loved what you did, i just put a deposit on a $180,000 motor home, i didn't do the try b4 you you buy, so i feel i am buying a bit blind, lucky i have a test drive clause in my contract, so thank you for all your info, loved the video
Thanks Paul and congratulations! When do you take delivery of your Motorhome?
We meet a lot of people who are worried about security while travelling. In the last 6 years of travel we have never had an issue. That includes 18 months of living in a tent off of a motorbike. Though I am sure there is are people who have had a bad experience. I just havent met them yet.
Wow 18 months in a tent and motorbike, that’s epic guys! 👍
What country?
Thanks very much for the excellent comparison between vans & motorhomes. I've had quite a few vans over the years & had nothing but wonderful experiences & particularly enjoyed watching & listening to obviously real people & a lovely, very much in love couple, give your honest, very informed opinions in such a laid back, Aussie way that I can really relate to. I'm now 66 & we're leaning towards a motorhome, possible about 6 metres & like the Horizons so far but are still considering. Thanks again.
The greatest piece of advice you have said on this subject is what should (to me personally 😬) have been the most obvious solution to finding what is best for the individual and that’s ‘try before you buy’, such a simple way to find what works 👍🏻
So true! Thanks for the comment and safe travels 👍🇦🇺
Thanks for sharing the contrast of both types of setups really informative 🌈💕
Stumbled across your CZcams blog by accident but looking forward to seeing Australia with you guys. Happy touring 👋
We're in New Zealand & go caravanning when ever we can. It's a great experience and it's great following you people as well. Have fun team & keep up the good posts.
Cheers Dave! Safe travels and take care 😊👍
A very good, informative, and thoughtful episode guys. I've got to say that Jasper did a great job behind the camera directing the take. I guess he was there, as he didn't appear live anytime throughout the show !! . . . Oh, unless he was off with his Uncle doing dampers on a stick :-)). Cheers and stay safe.
Haha! Yes, he is already directing each episode 😊👍 a bit more of an appearance this week
I really enjoy your videos for fresh ideas. I prefer towing a caravan because I believe it is a lot more versatile than a Motor Home for most of the reasons that you mentioned in this clip. However, I watch many Australian videos and what surprises me is that I have not seen any caravans fitted with automatic movers. Many Caravaners in South Africa have them fitted, so, when you arrive on site you simply unhitch, then move your caravan by remote connected via your 12v Battery system to the exact position that you want and you don't need assistance from your wife or partner. I have a particularly difficult area on a steep incline to park my van at home and it would make life extremely difficult and stressful if I didn't have automatic movers. Cheers - Terry.
Hi Terry, thanks for your comment! I have only recently seen these automatic movers in GORV magazine and thought wow that’s a great invention! I haven’t seen any on the road so far so maybe a fairly new product here in AUS... hope you are safe and well! Cheers!
@@TheFeelGoodFamily To better explain how the movers operate check out the following web page : www.ewiks.co.za
The videos give you a very clear picture of how efficient automatic movers are. Cheers, Terry
This is a great option for families and a home away from home. Great video by the way. I think we're just going to pack up the Patrol and start from there. Thanks so much and enjoy the rest of your journey x
Hi guys, awesome thank you! Really appreciate your positive feedback. Happy travels to you too!
Motorhomed, caravaned, sailed and cycled all around the world, in the end just bought my 4th tent. Its the best and amortisation is $20 per month. 75 countries later, still love my tents
So many pros and cons for each. We’ve had four quite long motorhome holidays, hire vehicles and love love love it. Having said that, we’ve recently purchased our second caravan. Motorhome next. Finances made us chose caravan as we have a brand new 4wd to tow.
Thanks guys the best comparison talk I’ve heard so far , well done , we have a van so van fans
Cheers Daryl! We absolutely love the Motorhome but think it will be a little further down the track for us 👍
We are doing a three week tour in a motor home starting next week. We are very excited. Thanks for the tips!
Have an awesome time!! Safe & Happy Trails!
Great episode. Loved your tips at the end about getting out and just doing it
Thank you Erin 😊
Great episode guys, answered lots of questions for us thankyou
Hi Adam, that’s great! So glad it helped! Have you made a decision? C or M?
I'm looking at getting my first RV, so this video was quite helpful. I definitely will do as you suggest and try both before I commit to buy. Realistically however, the price of motor-homes might be the deciding factor for me. At the moment, I'm leaning towards a lightweight composite construction caravan fitted with an electronic sway control system for safer towing and a hydraulic automatic levelling system for quick set up and pack up. My hope is that it would give most of the benefits of a motor-home while being much easier on the wallet.
A really great video my husband and I are wanting to start our journey and this really helped ❤️
Safe travels guys and thanks for watching 👍💙
I agree with try before buying. We hired small caravan for a week before buying small used one. Work colleague hired a motorhome and enjoyed it but discovered a few things they disliked that would address when purchasing. Also try beds out if you are tall especially with campervan as they are narrower than motorhomes.
Great episode. You both were spot on of the main difference between the two type of vehicles. I think a caravan gives you more freedom of places to go specially on dirt road. Lastly like Art Williams said " Just do it" and if you are not sure "do it anyway" 👍 Cheers from Longreach
Thank you again Gaston! Are you still in Longreach? We are hoping to head there in the next 3-4 weeks 👍
Hi, no I left from Longreach to Windorah and then Birdsville. Now I am at Boulia, then Mount Isa. In Longreach, don't miss the light show at night at Qantas museum. It is just 20 minutes but Jasper will love it. Book in advance.
Great review, regards to you both, Stay safe and well.
Thank you Bridges! Safe travels 👍😊
Great video guys and thank you for sharing. I think as a holiday, a van slash motor home is a great option but for a lap around Australia over a 12 month stint, i think maybe a a caravan with a decent tow vehicle for the day trips..
We would have to agree 👍😊
Great advice, thanks guys!
Cheers Catherine 👍😊
Looking forward to see where in go from here I look forward to seeing you guys having a great time each weekend
Thank you Ron, hope you are safe and well!
Great video guys thank you' certainly points in there to consider.
Cheers Scott, appreciate your comment! Safe travels 👍😊
Tow a small car behind your motor home... Worked well for me...
A great option! 👍
So in effect the caravan is towing the car.What’s the difference to having a car tow the van.I can’t see the logic in having a camper van and towing a car behind it.It’s no different to a car towing a van in my opinion.Plus you have two engines and running gear to maintain.
Excellent team. Some very good thoughts on how to travel. Can’t wait to hire a motor home and compare to our caravan.
Thank you Rob!
You two are naturals. Great video. Yes I agree - she’s lovely 😊
Thank you Trevor 😊
Katie- you are such a beautiful soul
Cil are very good insurance companies ,my mates have travelled for years and are so happy with them
Yes they have a great rep from our conversation with vanners
Nice work team straight down the lens honesty as always .. see you next week ⛺️
Thank you!
Great information, thank you, I know I am definitely a motorhome girl after watching this!
Thank you again Kathryn 💙
G'day from America. Awesome video. I'd buy a motorhome if I had someone to share the experience and responsibilities that come with owning an RV. I'd want something large enough for two adults to live in comfortably while they travel the country, but it's also small enough that you could park where much larger motorhomes wouldn't be allowed to park due to their sheer size. I would also want something that's durable enough that you could drive a gravel road with pot holes without feeling like your rig is going to fall apart before you hit the pavement again.
Easy to put a rack on the back and have a scooter for groceries or if you want can flat tow a vehicle in regard to the Motorhome
Insurance is no dearer in a Motorhome because with a car and caravan you are paying for 2 Insurances which can cost more than the Motorhome ...
Yes and hasn’t insurance gone up over the years too! 😅
Some very good tips. Thanks for that. Oh - and by the way, to answer how 'long is a piece of string?' That's easy, it's twice the length from the middle to one end. But you already knew that, didn't you?
When travelling and camping, where do you get to fill fresh water tank and empty grey water tank?
get one of each. great video thanks
Haha yes! Thanks Gary 👍
Nice. I’m looking at changing the caravan for a motorhome, and this has helped me. Cheers. 👍
Hi Stuart, great to hear the information was helpful! Have you decided to go ahead and change?
@@TheFeelGoodFamily Yes, there is a shortage of choice at the moment.
I haven’t looked into it but insurance for a caravan vs a motor home. I would imagine a motorhome would be more expensive due to it being also your transport
great info im towing a van around but now looking @ an easier option being the motorhome
Cheers and all the best with your planning and purchasing too 🙌🍻👍
Lets all agree that the bloke is punching way above his weight division! Unbelievable!!!!!!!!!!!
This is great, I'm on the way to doing this and needed to hear this pro and con debate
That’s awesome!! What have your decided…? 🇦🇺🏕️💙🕺
@@TheFeelGoodFamily I'm thinking a 12 seater Toyota, hi ace, gut it and remodel it
Wonderful video, great info thanks .... Just a query, what weight your 23 footer? I have a Hilux and am worried about towing. I have GVM upgrade but curious about how your Lux goes? Keep up the great work!!!
Great video we’ve got brand new winniebago motorhome. Off on our travel in October,cant wait. Thanks for all your info. Very interesting.
That is super exciting!! Safe travels and hope to see you guys on the road 😊👍
Hi with towing a large van your ute is being used at it maximum like a trade's ute
most people use 4 door 3.0 turbo.motorhomes have a vehicle that is designed to pull and carry 5.0 tonne
but as you say it depends on
your needs and use
Regards Gary Young
Love this video, when I first saw it thought would you guys talk about it for that period of time however, it does cover lots of things. We are in the UK and have a caravan channel. We are considering whether to change over to a motorhome at some point. As you mentioned you can't really wild camp a caravan over here where in the UK it's only motorhomes that are able to do that.
Cheers! We’ll definitely check out your channel and all the best with your plans 👍💙🇦🇺
Motorhomes or even campervans can go many more places than caravans. I found this out when touring New Zealand and Tasmania. Caravans are great for the long term stops. So just decide and enjoy whatever.
Great episode. We hired a motorhome when our son was 3. That was15 yrs ago . We have a caravan and love it. Caravan all the way for us. Enjoy the last week in the motorhome .
Thank you Lyn! Some wonderful memories for you 😊
Aconsidertion some motorhome users dont take is the fact that they only have one vehicle which limits them from setting up camp and going into town or whatnot. the other side of the coin is, smart motorhome users always tow a small car around with them for that very purpose.
Very true!
beautiful and amazing
Cheers Frank! Are you in an RV or just starting out? Safe travels
Really Love your shows and would love to see caravan vs 5th wheeler set up ! Cheers...👋😃👍
That is a great suggestion.... now we just need a 5th wheeler! Hopefully we will get to try a few different vehicles over the coming year(s)! Have you/do you tow one? Cheers Paul
Motorhomes - so noisy driving at highway speeds and they have so little power. I got a bit car sick sitting in the back of a motorhome, on the seat facing the rear, back to back against the driver's seating position. Advantages: Lots of storage, especially in the rear, and the additional bed above the driver's cab is awesome for when more than 2 people are travelling.
Caravans - can develop the speed wobbles if not loaded correctly, can be a bit scary when buffeted by the wind wake when overtaking a big truck. Much more cramped for kids in the caravan's bunkbeds. Can't go under a lot of low bridges.
Would be great to have both options, but if I had to choose between the two, I'd pick the caravan as my mode of travelling.
When you were talking about security in the van do you place wheel clamps on your van when having to leave van to see the sights in the 4wd. Any other thoughts of deterring someone stealing your van would be appreciated.
Hi Peter, when we started out we would put a motor bike chain around our van Tyre when we went to NP’s or sightseeing for the day. We realise now that this is overkill. Maybe if you are leaving your van for weeks at a time and then wheel clamps would be a good idea! Look, it probably has happened that someone has their van stolen while away for the day but in 4 years of travel we have never heard of that happening 👍😅 one security system that we have in our zone and gets a great wrap online is witi- Google it and you will see the benefits this system offers including immobilising the vans wheels from rolling and gps tracking in the event of attempted theft! And it’s a low cost insurance and peace of mind! 🙏💙🇦🇺 all the best and safe travels
Hey guys now that you've been on the road for a year. What would you say the cost would be?
Great question!! We are thinking of doing a vid on budget in an upcoming ep. there is a family who has broken this down in a great amount of detail and I’ll try and find the link and send it to you in a follow up reply! Cheers, TFGF
Do you think it would be better to rent rather than buy either a caravan or motorhome?
The main reason my wife and I didn't go for a motorhome is we can use my BT50 for everyday living and, as you pointed out, it is easier to go sight seeing or do errands when on the road than having to pull up stumps with a massive motorhome.
One thing you didn't mention and I don't know the answer is: what class of driver's licence is required for a full sized motorhome?
Great question - I think it depends on size - this Motorhome was a normal car license and I believe you need a light rigid for bigger/bus type rigs!
great video ...but a motor hone cannot do rough tracks .is only for sealed roads ...and if up the bush and it breaks down you are stuffed ..try changing a tyre on one ...lol..
Good video. Very helpful. I am considering Campervan VS Camper Trailer. Wanted to ask. With many campervans being European brands (Renault, Fiat etc) do you think this is an issue? Obviously it would be easier to get parts for a ranger in the event of a breakdown due to more Ford dealers. I would be worried about getting parts easily with the European brands. I am also worried these brands are less reliable.
Hi Greg, we see so many of both styles on the road and haven’t seen or heard of any major vehicle/mechanical issues from other travelers. It would be a great idea to look on Facebook for groups specific to each vehicle you want to consider and then you can read the threads of users already on the road and potentially ask them Questions to get some genuine feedback on each 👍😊 all the best in your decision and safe travels!
I have ordered a 7m long Mercedes Benz Sprinter campervan. Its the LWB High Top version of the vans used extensively by Ambulance services, Police and delevery firms. So with that popularity I believe it will be reasonably reliable. Hopefuly my assessment is correct. Others may comment on that issue.
Could you put all the thing in motorhome from caravan
Yes you can unhitch the caravan and use the car but most decent motorhomes they tow a car so what’s the difference. Just saying 😊
We definitely weighed up the options and decided on a caravan
Just subscribed to the channel 😀
We are working on building up our travel page caravanning around Australia if you want to head on over and take a look, would greatly appreciate it
Insurance is not going to be much difference between motor home.and.you caravan insurance $ 1800plus registration ??? towing car insurance $ 1200 and $ 850 registration motor Home registration $ 850 Insurance $ 2200
You never mentioned resale value between motorhomes/caravans. You will find you get a lot more back on a motorhome than a caravan.
You are correct, thanks for this tip and we’ll include in the update 🙏😊
Was the intercourse better in the caravan or the motorhome?
Honest question, please answer 🙏
Three minutes of you telling us the video is about a comparison between the two...!
Great video, with plenty of ideas and suggestions, going to try out a motorhome, my big interest with my wife is photography and videos, so out to do that.
With RV you tow a car to go places
9mm safety solved
Can’t believe the drivers seat doesn’t have an armrest!! This was a deal breaker for me!!
The Iveco comes with armrests standard, so they down grad the seats for a 100k + Motorhome!!
I went with Mercedes!! Much much much better comfort and infotainment system!!
I really liked the iveco but is feels like your in the lowest povo pack model
To what are you referring?
Hi Robert, hopefully the video answers some questions you may have - all the best and safe travels 🇦🇺👍💙