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From the tropical savanna of the Gulf to the inhospitable gibber plains of the Channel Country, Chris Whitelaw shares his top outback destinations.

What does one do when you’re stranded in the middle of Australia’s desert for two days?

From sleepy creek-side stops beside towering sugarcane and tropical beachside delights we uncovered some brilliant stops to park the van.

Roaming across the top of Australia between Broome and Cairns, the Savannah Way is one of our country’s best drives.

Embracing the simple things: Adventure at Woodgate Beach

The Miles Back to the Bush Festival has returned for another stellar year of true Aussie experiences.

Eight unique and interesting caravan-friendly camps within easy reach of Cairns that will break you out of that traditional caravan park rut.

Discover the town that gave us Waltzing Matilda, Qantas, and is the ‘Dinosaur Capital of Australia'.

Here is a guide to some of the best outback and country events in Queensland!

Rated “main unsealed” on most maps, this 425km route is a good dry weather track, generally wide and well-maintained, with the occasional cow or kangaroo the only hazards.

At the junction of four major roads, this town is the gateway to multiple areas

Opal mining towns make for some of the most intriguing adventure destinations in Australia

Follow this road to get amongst some of the best of Queensland’s tropical scenery.

The town of Mareeba in Far North Queensland makes the perfect base to explore the beauty of the bush

Charlotte Plains Station provides a wonderful insight into its rich pastoral history and the challenges of daily life in the outback.

The peak of summer is upon us, so gather up your camping gear, swimsuit, sunscreen, and make a beeline for one of these incredible beachside camping spots

With a laid-back country vibe, this Queensland city has plenty to offer travellers looking for a break on their northern migration

Explore a region rich in history and one of Australia’s most widespread plants

White sand beaches, untouched rainforests, and crystal clear waters await you in the Whitsundays

From quirky pubs to breathtaking rock formations, we bring you the most baffling attractions from around the country.

In Part Two of his story on the Overlanders Way, Chris Whitelaw continues his adventure.

Queensland’s Channel Country is a harsh land of prolonged droughts and short-lived floods. At its heart lies the Diamantina National Park.

Wending 1550km throughout the upper half of Australia, the Overlanders Way provides a thoroughly unique look at Australia's rich cultural history.

The natural beauty of this region makes it clear why it is one of Australia's heritage-listed treasures.

Heading north? Don’t miss out on these stellar Sunshine State destinations handpicked by Caravan World.

More hidden than the likes of Noosa and Maroochydore, Gympie nonetheless has a multitude of things to do to keep travellers entertained.

The lush and hilly hinterland south-west of Cairns provides a diverse mix of ferny forest adventure and montane delights.

The country around this central Queensland town has so much on offer it deserves a place on any must-see list.

The National Parks within Queensland’s Central Highlands form a thrilling itinerary for a blockbuster outback escapade.

Formed many millennia ago, Bunya Mountains National Park in the heart of south-east Queensland is full of history and natural scenery.

Formed over millions of years and then made into a state park to protect the area, Conondale National Park is the place to go for nature lovers.

With a name like Expedition, it’s no surprise this national park is full of adventure

Perseverance. It’s not a word usually associated with Queensland’s Scenic Rim, but it should be.

Eat, drink, be merry and help breathe some life back into this drought and fire-stricken region

While the coastal towns are ever popular, the Sunshine Coast has more to offer, as you’ll see if you navigate inland

Named for the spectacularly coloured cliffs found here, Rainbow Beach is a perfect place to get away

This world-class art centre at this ocean-side village is only an hour's drive from Cairns

There's plenty to see and do around Cairns, including these lesser-known destinations

Queensland's Gregory River is a slice of waterfront that captivates travellers en route to Boodjamulla National Park

Cape Hillsborough's secluded beaches and rainforests offer a welcome respite from the hustle and bustle of busy Mackay

O'Brien's Creek topaz is so easy to find, even the bower birds fill their nests with it, so the locals say

This significant slice of outback Queensland offers a rare fossil field of Jurassic Park proportions with 60,000 of the world’s most extraordinary animal specimens

There’s an overflow of reasons why you should head to Port Douglas, the lush tropical North Queensland town that’s green in every sense of the word

The iconic Queensland outback town of Birdsville is famous for its races and remote music festival, but there are plenty of other attractions - and personalities - that make this a year-round destination

Tranquil giants looming over a lush coastal plain, the Glass House Mountains are the stuff adventure stories are made of.

One of Queenland's most glorious gourmet regions entices you to linger for a little longer.

Untouched Paradise: A tropical getaway just waiting to be discovered.

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