10 THINGS NOBODY TELLS YOU ABOUT CARAVANNING AUSTRALIA FULL-TIME!!!

[@squidling4040]

Excellent, thanks to you both, I’m so over the click bate, perfect people having perfect lives, in perfect locations. Life isn’t perfect. Your an inspiration and breath of fresh air.

[@Livin_Like_Kings_]

This comment has made our day! thank you for your support and we hope to see you out on the road one day!

[@robyn_MrsG]

We lived on the road for 15 months in 2015/16 with our two boys, and loved it. Waiting now for our youngest to finish high school and we are back on the road again. All good tips. Another one is to be aware of all public and school holidays for each State / Territory you are in and wok out where you are likely to be in particular Easter and Christmas.

[@Livin_Like_Kings_]

Oh yes that’s a great tip! Hopefully you’ll be out on the road soon 😀

[@mickburns5546]

So true. An amazing number of vanners that we talk to have zero idea of anything mechanical. Never check oil or water or wheel nuts etc. so many will tell you that towing mirrors are a waste of time and then you watch them trying to park or manouver the van. Its pretty scary to think that we are on the road with these people 😮

[@brettmate6806]

Had the same problem with tip 3 Pink slip for caravan. During covid cost us $240 instead of $50. Lesson learnt the hard way.

[@glenkapp8652]

Hey guys I reckon this is the most upbuilding counsel for us who are about to travel fulltime. Sooo helpful. Really helpful stuff. Thx heaps

[@Livin_Like_Kings_]

Thanks Glen, it’s so good to read this! When are you hitting the road? Hopefully we’ll see you out there on day 😃

[@glenkapp8652]

@@Livin_Like_Kings_ probably 6months now guys

[@sspacegghost]

great vid - so many people just copy everyone else and buy a big van and 4wd...that you can never squeeze into places due to track width or sand. and i don't know why peeps take pets...you cant get into national parks with em the nat parks are the best spots. take a 4wd and a two man tent and a light gas kitchen setup to cook meals at dusk. you will be the only ones in big wide open parkland at caravan parks...because all the vans are squished in like sardines. and in the outback, sleeping in a tent, it never rains in the outback so your fine. and stuff in the outback is usually 1000km apart. so you're driving for 2 days stopping, then driving big kms to find the next thing...a van just slows you down. the $40K you lose on resale of your van and 4wd that's literally luxury accommodation in every town the whole way around. tent, stay in caravan parks for extended stays like seeing Litchfield, and when near cities stay in normal motels. book three months in advance for the big places where you plan to stay. the rest just wing it with a tent, its half the fun...you don't need to lug a full working kitchen and bathroom around with you. there's always a servo bacon and egg sandwich just up the road and a coffee...sleep at dusk get up at dawn. i think i wore the same pair of shorts for about 40days...who needs to do laundry doing a round Australia trip...i did a the full loop inc uluru in 60days in a tent and it was magic. i saw so many unhappy van owners sleeping 30cm from another van in camp parks...paying high prices for that. makes zero sense. its the outback. get dirty...wear a bad akubra hat...stay in the same clothes for weeks on end. you only need to tidy up when you hit cities again...and sleeping in a $70 motel room in a proper bed you found off an app - feels like a $500 hotel after being in a tent for a week or so.

[@MyLittleFarmhouse]

This is by far the most realistic travelling video I’ve watched 👍🏽 No beating around the bush or Instagram/KZbin Bulltish !! Thank you 👍🏽 New subscriber 😊👍🏽

[@Livin_Like_Kings_]

Wow, thank you! Welcome aboard!😁👍

[@Livedaybyday71]

Good to see you both back on

[@ladysusanjane2682]

Some good points there. You both sound a bit tired which probably goes back to the point that you aren’t on holiday but this is life and often we all get tired! How are your repairs on the van? I hope you start making some plans again in whatever direction they take you! Take care ❤

[@Livin_Like_Kings_]

Yes, we’re getting over COVID. It wiped us out.

[@raymondpaulet1683]

Hi Bianca & Grant - excellent tips for those new on the road with a van in tow - agree - new vans do not always come with no problems in the first 12 mths - although the problems do occur just outside the warranty period - it’s like the van knows when to fall apart We are experienced caravaners - but we have a check list for inside and outside van (reference guide) of things that need to be completed - even though on the road for a few months - one can still forget to do this or that in set up or pack up 😬 All the best once again for the new year- stay in great health (( hope you do not have any long term issues from COVID too) hope the pups are still giving smiles on your dials 😊 Raymond & Diane

[@Livin_Like_Kings_]

I think you’re right, they know exactly when the warranty is out 🤣. We’re starting to recover now from Covid thanks ☺️

[@annieowe]

Hit the spot with how the weather definitely changes things. Wauraltee Beach one time was absolutely beautiful and the next time a nightmare with swirling sand and wind. A lot of driving to get there and so disappointed the second time around. A good tip, use Petrol Spy for fuel. Best ever as we sometimes found fuel up to 15/20cents a litre cheaper along the way! Looking forward to seeing you guys back on the road

[@Livin_Like_Kings_]

It’s always surprises me how much a place can change.

[@Abc-sl1nf]

Hi, I wax your aunts ( Gervais)eyebrows in Scottsdale, AZ. I told her I love watching camping videos and she told me about your channel. Looks like I found another good list of videos here.

[@Livin_Like_Kings_]

Hey 👋, wow that’s so cool! Aunty Gervaise is the best, hope you enjoy the videos 😃

[@Nomad111.]

great vid guys, lived on the road for a few years now in my caravan and my crappy little washing machine is one of the best things i own, my devanti twin tub for only 170 bux is so good weighs nothing and parks outside pretty much all the time, I really not keen on laundry mats, the spinner saves a lot of water with rinsing. and you can was multiple loads in the same water. i mean i really love my washing machine.. as soon as something goes wrong with it i order another,, honestly on my third one now, so the quality is not great but still its the best.

[@Livin_Like_Kings_]

Definitely a must for long term travel 😁👍

[@heathgreen4082]

Great video again so helpful… I’ve now more homework to do!! Looking forward to the next one Stay safe and enjoy your puppies Cheers Grumpy

[@Livin_Like_Kings_]

Glad it was helpful! Stay safe 😃

[@greggenge481]

Hi you 2. Love the vids whatever or where ever they are coming from. Keep them coming and they are never boring. Just interesting. Happy travels.

[@Livin_Like_Kings_]

Wow that’s such a lovely comment, thank you it really means a lot 😊

[@warwickpeople5140]

Great video guys, and happy new year. So many good points. All the different inter-state road rules are a headache at times, still trying to figure out all the different requirements for speed reduction when passing an emergency vehicle with flashing lights 🤔. Had to laugh at the cleaning point, we’ve all been there 🤣 Keep the great videos coming in 2024!

[@Livin_Like_Kings_]

Happy new year! To many to remember, I have to keep reminding myself when we go into different states.

[@jo8724]

Great tips ! Especially with different states and their requirements.

[@Livin_Like_Kings_]

Glad it was helpful! 😄

[@debracameron9012]

Great video guys. Loved it but I would have added in money. This is the most important thing that keeps you on the road and paying for all that you have listed too. It's impossible to put an amount on but for those who are young and don't have the financial resources behind them need to work to fund their trip. The same applies to the older people as well but perhaps not quite to the same extent. Finding work on the road isn't always easy and the pay can be very low so people need to expect and prepare for this. However, as you have said, there are lots of things you could have listed, and it's almost impossible to cover all those too. This video is great, down to earth and something everyone faces everyday out there. Thank you so much for all you have said and provided all the same. Hope you had a great Christmas and New Year.😀

[@Livin_Like_Kings_]

Yes 🙌 great point, you definitely need some back up cash for those unexpected expenses

[@gordocampbell9254]

As always great video guys keep them coming 🤗🤗

[@Livin_Like_Kings_]

Thanks so much 😃

[@PeteWilsonAHCPhotography]

Do you know that you can get a Pink Slip done anytime for your NSW registered vehicle up to 6 months before it is due? For example, if your rego is due in December you can get a pink slip anytime from July the same year. This might help some of your viewers.

[@Livin_Like_Kings_]

I didn’t know that, fantastic tip Peter 😃

[@bramble2020]

Appreciate the vid - honest and realistic. Didn’t find it negative, just practical stuff that we may not think of in the excitement of traveling and anticipation of 24/7 good times.

[@Livin_Like_Kings_]

😁🙏

[@marklucas2591]

In tip No.10 you said that you travel 40,000 to 50,000km per year. I've been on the road fulltime for 14 years and I learned a long time ago that you don't need to do that much.Try doing less, then you won't have as much wear and tear. You'll also save money on fuel.

[@jamesprendergast4174]

HI, we’ve been on the road for 6 months and identify with every one of these. Others include: 1. nothing is as bad as it seems, you will laugh later on … but carry an epirb 2. Allow for individual me time … but take your epirb!

[@Livin_Like_Kings_]

Ohh yeah great tips. 😃

[@lindamansell7242]

Epirb?

[@aussieauntynette6892]

Sage advice that's really important to know and consider, coming from a couple who have and are experiencing it themselves and are regular/normal Aussies. This IS stuff others just don't cover, only wanting to show the glamorous side of traveling, often with an enormous or bottomless budget. Thanks and best of luck to you. 🇭🇲🦘🦘🇭🇲

[@davidmilledge221]

The second day i looked at my van and was going to put a deposit on it , it locked me inside the handle broke i was happy with aircon going and couldn't believe the crap going on outside to get me out they had to remove window flyscreen to hand me screw drivers so i could unscrew the latch from inside 😂 van didnt want me too go , i bought it and they put a new latch on it , i also have a brand new latch packed away under the bed gee try to find one out in the bush bloody impossible

[@Livin_Like_Kings_]

Wow really that’s crazy. 🤣

[@garyjones980]

Good informative video guys. You make many a good point, we can not escape life, we just gotta go with it. It surprises me how often the rego need paying too, andmmi live at home!!! And let's not talk about maintenance atm..... Stay safe😎😎

[@craigtomkinson2837]

Lovely Ep guys and you are so spot on.

[@Livin_Like_Kings_]

Thanks so much!

[@mystq101]

Replaced a door handle once, what an effort it was :)

[@Livin_Like_Kings_]

😂 yeah it’s tricky the first time you do it!

[@peterbaylis2111]

Last Year After 15 Months of Travelling and Started to Get Sick of it I went and Farm Sat for 2 Weeks To Head My Head Space Back Together Try That or Something Different Its Very Refreshing

[@Livin_Like_Kings_]

Totally understand!😁👍

[@fisher6747]

Ahh NSW. Best state I ever left 30 years ago. Never to go back..

[@scotthuxtable5121]

Voting in elections! 😳 We travelled across Australia via the Outback way this year and during our return trip we had to organise voting in the referendum in outback SA. Hard to plan ahead for that because early voting arrangements only opened 3 weeks before polling day and online information on interstate voting was limited until polling started. We eventually managed to find an interstate polling station in Port Lincoln! ✅ My husband had similar issues renewing his drivers licence. Similarly you cannot plan too far ahead for that!

[@Livin_Like_Kings_]

Ah yes that’s a good one! Caught us out too!😁👍

[@georgeReeves-p5c]

very interesting guys

[@GrayOwlTraveller]

Thanks for the detailed procedure about the necessity to get a "Pink Slip", but what is a Pink Slip for, why is it necessary ?

[@Livin_Like_Kings_]

It’s a stupid NSW things to get a vehicle older than 5 years to get it registered. Not a big deal when living in NSW but when travelling it’s a huge pain!

[@shaneward4461]

A road worthy certificate.

[@johnpitt2742]

my dog has restrictions not on carpets beds or mats must wait for the wife, i have a walker so i can keep him out of my way. he is my dog so he stays with me

[@Livin_Like_Kings_]

🥰

[@treeman3663]

Hi guys how do you cope when you get the shits with each other??

[@Livin_Like_Kings_]

Good question!…🤔 not sure really! I guess we let ourselves be upset if we need to be, we don’t direct it at each other, then we either talk about it or get over it! …… if it’s really bad, I go fishing 😁👍

[@shanevillis4079]

How heavy is your setup? Esp the car and boat.

[@Livin_Like_Kings_]

The truck fully loaded and boat is about 4.9T with the van 5.2T and the van is 3.8T by itself so 8.7T all up.

[@roberthall1397]

What are you towing with to have that boat on your roof?

[@Livin_Like_Kings_]

It’s a Ford F350

[@carolinaanthoness9428]

☀️🇦🇺

[@jermpoz2971]

you own that land ?

[@Livin_Like_Kings_]

No it’s family property

[@roberthall1397]

What are you doing for cash ? If you’re full time traveling.

[@Livin_Like_Kings_]

We sold our house and work from time to time on the road.

[@steeldragon5867]

I'm not going to watch your clip because of the clickbait headline, there's nothing wrong travelling full time , people are different and have different reasons for doing so, we spent 6 years doing it and working it was great, everyones needs and wants are different,

[@Livin_Like_Kings_]

This video is about sharing some of the things we have learned while traveling, and things we never thought about before traveling. And want to make sure people are prepared. We love traveling Australia this is why we’re still doing it! Totally up to you if you watch it or not, but by the sounds of it you probably know all the things we talk about anyway cause you’ve been on the road for 6 years. 😃👍

[@sarin62]

You should have scrolled on then. But no, you had to have your say.

[@davidfernance2917]

Get a bit pissed before you filmed brother, ha ha.

[@Livin_Like_Kings_]

Nope, we actually had Covid when we filmed this 🤣

[@edwardstephens7643]

I’m surprised you’re still in the van With all the negatives

[@Livin_Like_Kings_]

Just honest truths not negatives, love traveling in the van. Just not every day is sunshine and roses

[@johnpitt2742]

expect the best but plan for the worst

[@Livin_Like_Kings_]

👍😃

[@lechenaultia5863]

You can't take dogs into national parks.

[@Livin_Like_Kings_]

I’m pretty sure we don’t say they you can

[@KazzaGullet]

So what you're saying is you aren't really Livin Like Kings

[@Livin_Like_Kings_]

Not every day😅, but I guess even Kings don’t enjoy every day 😆

[@KazzaGullet]

True that 😁👍@@Livin_Like_Kings_

[@peterbaylis2111]

Plus u Can Re rego in anther State So Easy Saves All that Bullshit

[@Livin_Like_Kings_]

Good tip

[@alexanderpaterson968]

Silicone those caps in

[@Livin_Like_Kings_]

Good idea

[@effkay3691]

10 things everyone knows when going on the road for 2 weeks let alone permanently but we had no content for this week so yeh………

[@Livin_Like_Kings_]

👍

[@ianleslie2326]

Sorry guys, more like 10 things we didn't research. Otherwise nothing more than common sense.

[@Livin_Like_Kings_]

To you maybe, but it’s helpful to others. Thanks for watching 😃

[@GarryBanks-jw3em]

Rest up. Stop making crap videos and get back on the road.

[@Livin_Like_Kings_]

That’s the plan! 😃

[@peterjackson5225]

I travelled around Australia for 2 years. It dose cost u a fair bit ..I could wright a long story about things ...talk to people....and think about it ...but it's great .....but costs heaps

[@Livin_Like_Kings_]

Yeah, it’s definitely not a cheap way to travel anymore 😅

[@peterjackson5225]

@Livin_Like_Kings_ I had a Toyota 79 and a 22 foot of road spinifex. 3.3 ton ....I realy enjoyed it....but like u said not cheap...all the best both of yous ....peter