Senior Van Life
Australia’s most trusted senior van life guides for grey nomads.
Honest free camping reviews, rest area GPS coordinates, facility
details and safety tips written specifically for travellers aged
60 and over travelling by caravan or motorhome in 2026.
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How I Got a Free EcoFlow Air Conditioner for My Vanlife Adventure
Introduction When I first bought our van, it came with an EcoFlow Wave air conditioner — a piece of gear I was excited to showcase on our new YouTube channel, Retired to Vanlife. But almost immediately, I ran into a problem: the temperature switch wasn’t working. This is the story of how I reached out
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Australian Vanlife Over 55: My Costly Mistakes Buying a Van
Australia Vanlife – My Story My Mistakes In December 2025, I purchased a Renault Master van with the intention of touring Australia with my wife and embracing the vanlife lifestyle. Like many people starting out, I was focused on the excitement of the journey ahead. What I didn’t fully understand at the time were
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30-Day Van Conversion Planning Checklist for Over 50s
30-Day Downsizing & Van Conversion Planning Checklist for Boomers A practical, day-by-day plan to transition to a van-based mobile lifestyle, covering downsizing, vehicle selection, budgeting, healthcare, mail and residency logistics, safety checks, and more. Use this interactive checklist to track progress and tailor it to your situation. Your Planning Inputs Preferred Budget (monthly
