Outback Motoring

Australia’s size and remoteness deter many people from exploring it. However, properly set up and equipped, and armed with common sense and a little background knowledge, every intending traveller can explore the country’s huge open space.

If you intend travelling in the outback, planning ahead is vital, for it is possible to travel in some sections of the Australian outback and not see another vehicle or person for several days. It is possible to travel in some areas of the outback in a 2WD vehicle, but it is safer and much more practical to do so in a 4×4 vehicle suited to off-road conditions.

Since driving conditions in the outback vary greatly, you should always consider the right 4×4 hire for your travel. 4×4 rental are the best when it comes to soft sand, bulldust and mud, and crossing a creek of stream.

Critical rules that you need to pay attention when you are motoring in the outback:

• Check intended 4×4 routes carefully
• Check the best time of year to travel
• Check your load; keep it to a minimum
• Check ahead of local road conditions, weather forecasts and fuel availability
• Check that you have essential supplies: water, food and fuel
• Don’t forget your detailed maps
• Respect Aboriginal sacred and cultural sites, and heritage buildings and pioneer relics
• Protect native flora and fauna; take photographs not specimens
• Follow restrictions on the use

Planning Ahead is Important!

There is so much to of Australia to see and so many ways to see it. Today, even the most remote sections of this vast continent are accessible, particularly to 4×4 vehicles designed for use on the bush tracks and unmade roads.

For some, exploring Australia will mean touring the made highways and staying in motels. Others will tow their accommodation with them on a 4×4 camper. Others will opt for a mobile home with sleeping and cooking facilities, and yet other group will choose to be the true adventurers, will load a tent on top of the 4×4 hire and go bush. In all cases, some careful planning will enhance the journey immeasurably.

As a traveller, you need to plan ahead:

• Find advance information on the 4×4 area you are going to explore
• When to go; find the best time to explore in your 4×4
• Plan which way to go; plan your 4×4 route and itineraries
• Locate where you would like to stay and campout in your 4wd
• Find the right 4×4 hire that really suits your budget
• When you book your 4×4, make sure you are covered with the right insurance

Cheap Travel Deals Australia

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Trip Ideas in Australia

Do you find it hard choosing a travel destination? Me too. Sometimes I just like to get trashed and play plane-roullette. But sometimes you can end up in the ghetto, or New Zealand. So it’s probably better to plan your trip. Luckily, the brain-heads at Johnny Feelgood have concocted a whole bunch of trip ideas, so you can do a bit of research before you choose where to go. Check them out, there’s roadtrips and campervan hire deals across Australia – your eyes will fall out with anticipation.

New Zealand has so much to offer for such a small place. The country coastline has many beaches, national parks, volcanoes in the North Island, alpine grandeur incorporate glaciers, snow-capped peaks and unbelievable mountains and lakes. You can travel from Christchurch to Queenstown to discover the beauty of Franz Josef glacier and experience Milford Sound and enjoy waterfalls, lush greenery and stunning nature. If you are in Queenstown, you can enjoy the magnificent, turquoise Lake Wakatipu, or you could drive and pass through barren, high mountains that glimmers with snow in winter and looks inviting for a hike in the summer. Enjoy the night life in this this small, yet busy town. There are so much to see and do in Queenstown, and the best getting around is on a campervan. Drive as you please, sleep under the sky and save money on your accommodation.

If you are starting your campervan holiday from Auckland, there are shit loads of things you can do; hiking through scenic regional parks and trekking up volcanoes for panoramic views of the city, sailing, jet boating and island-hopping in the Hauraki Gulf, head up to colonial towns, or just sit back and enjoy wineries with a view. There are endless entertainment in Auckland, and it’s such a big area. The best way of getting around this massive playground is on a campervan dude! Cheap, comfy and provide you with the all in one transport and accommodation.

Or if you are picking your campervan from our Christchurch depot, make sure you enjoy the culture, outdoor activities and amazing gardens of this wicked town. Southern Alps is in the west and the Pacific Ocean is on the east, this is the largest region in New Zealand man, so much things to do! Bet you have never experience the landscape like Aoraki Mt Cook or the Southern Alps. It’s a massive land, too expensive if you want to hit it all using a bus or by tour.

For the best deal in your campervan hire New Zealand, you should book with Wicked campervan rental. They have got loads of discounts and you get value for money dude!!

Nothing beats live music in the summer sun and there is no better place to do this than down under baby! Australia is home to a shit load of dance and live music festivals and over the summer it can get quite hectic with so much on offer.

Expect heaps of internationals acts plus an outstanding selection of local Australian dj’s and producers – the line-up on offer is really nothing short of spectacular. Hint – for the latest info on line-up changes, etc., it’s worth keeping an eye on In the Mix, pretty much the number 1 source for Australian music events.

Keep an eye out for our Wicked Vans too! We often get people hiring for events such as Strawberry Fields, Splendour in the Grass and various bush doofs up and down the country. If this is something you’d be interested in, then get in touch: 1800 24 68 69.

Here’s a list of some of the most popular festivals to check out, (I’ve also included a calendar to help you out a bit). Whether you’re a complete novice to the scene or a seasoned veteran, there will be something here to tickle ya fancy.

Big Day Out
The original daddy of Australian music festivals. Big Day Out is seen as the king of the summer festival circuit, with main stages focusing on rock, hip-hop, alternative and electronic music.

www.bigdayout.com

Splendour in the Grass
Splendour in the Grass, located near Byron Bay in NSW, is arguably one of Australia’s biggest music festivals to date. Since its very beginnings in 2001, the festival has evolved from a 1 day, two day, and now three day event – with numbers of up to 30,000 in attendance. Holy crap it’s big.

http://splendourinthegrass.com/

Byron Bay Blues Fest
The Byron Bay Bluesfest, formerly known as the East Coast International Blues & Roots Music Festival, is an annual music festival held for five days over the Easter long weekend in NSW. Featuring a large selection of blues and roots musicians from across the globe, Bluesfest has grown solidly into one of the world’s leading contemporary music festivals.

http://www.bluesfest.com.au

Strawberry Fields
Strawberry Fields is renowned for hosting fresh up and coming electronic music from Australia and overseas. With an attention for detail, eclectic market stalls, art installations, workshops and much more, Strawberry Fields is extremely popular with the indie, creative types, but also with people from all walks of life. Held annually over three days in November, I’d highly recommend checking this one out.

http://www.strawberry-fields.com.au

Future Music Festival
Future Music Festival is held every year, featuring events in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide, Perth and now further afield in Kuala Lumpur. Notable acts include The Prodigy, The Chemical Brothers, New Order and The Stone Roses. Another very popular festival here in Australia!

http://www.futuremusicfestival.com.au/2015/

Listen Out
Listen Out is a boutique national music event, presenting the finest dance music across 4 of Australia’s dopest venues. The festival prides to be different from its competitors, with a carefully selected line-up rarely seen on these shores. You won’t need to worry about timetable clashes or ridiculous missions to see your favourite artists – Listen Out provides a unique space different from the rest of ‘em.

http://listen-out.com.au/

Field Day
Synonymous with New Year’s Day, Field Day is Sydney’s original multi-stage outdoor party. 25,000 people going wild. An eclectic, non-stop buzzing experience with an array of artists and musicians from across the globe. Artists include SBTRKT, Cashmere Cat, Action Bronson and Jamie XX to name a few.

http://fielddaynyd.com.au/

Breakfest
Running for over a decade, Breakfest is one of Perth’s most popular Boxing Day festivals. Located in the beautiful surroundings of the Belvoir Amphitheatre, the boutique festival is organised by party crew Boomtick, notorious for hosting some of the sickest club nights and events Perth has to offer.

https://www.facebook.com/Breakfest
January
Shore thing: www.shorething.com.au

Field day: www.fielddaynyd.com.au

Big Day out: www.bigdayout.com

Summerfielddayze: www.summerfielddayze.com

March
Future music festival: www.futureentertainment.com.au

April
Supafest 4: www.supafest.co.au

Movement: www.movementfestival.com.au

Byron Bay Bluesfest: http://www.bluesfest.com.au

May
Creamfields: www.creamfields.com.au

July
Splendour in the Grass: www.splendorinthegrass.com

September
Parklife: www.parklife.com.au

October
Listen Out: http://listen-out.com.au/

November
Harbour Life: www.harbourlife.com.au

Foreshore: www.foreshore.com.au

Stereosonic: www.stereosonic.com.au

Strawberry Fields: http://www.strawberry-fields.com.au

December
Falls Festival: www.fallsfestival.com.au

Breakfest: https://www.facebook.com/Breakfest

If you are looking for accommodations or cheap travel deals, then hit up our mate at Johnny FeelGood for loads of discounts and bargains!!