AUTHOR BIO

Steve Baile

I’m the founder of Expedition Australia, a writer, filmmaker & adventure travel junkie. Passionate about my family, health and fitness, hiking, 4WD touring, adventure motorbikes, camping and exploring as much of the planet as I can.
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LATEST POSTS

THE BIG LAP

Still Think Doing The Big Lap Is Too Expensive? It’s not! Here’s why . . .

One thing I keep hearing more and more lately is "We've missed the boat. The Big Lap was doable 20 years ago, but not...
WILDLIFE

Canadian Backpacker death on K’gari (Fraser Island) highlights dingo danger

Dingoes are an iconic part of the Australian wilderness, but they're also apex predators that demand respect and caution. Whether you're planning to visit...
THE BIG LAP

50 Budget-Friendly Things To Do With Kids In NSW On Your Big Lap

When we rolled into New South Wales during our Big Lap back in 2006, I'll be honest – I was worried about keeping our...
VEHICLES

Best Accessories To Prepare Your 70 Series Landcruiser for The Big Lap

We’ve been exploring Australia in our 80 Series Landcruiser since 1998, including doing The Big Lap between 2005 and 2007. I love our 80 Series...
MAKE MONEY TRAVELLING

7 Ways to Make Money While Travelling Around Australia

The Big Lap doesn't have to be one long holiday where you watch your bank balance disappear faster than a cold beer on a...
THE BIG LAP

Free Camping vs Caravan Parks: How to Save $10,000+ on Your Big Lap

Right, let's talk about the elephant in the room - or should I say, the powered site that's eating your budget. I was recently chatting...
THE BIG LAP

Is $30,000 Enough to Travel Around Australia? A Reality Check

Let’s have a look at an idea that keeps coming up in Facebook groups and other forums - this idea that your Big Lap...
PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT

Portable Rechargeable Reverse Osmosis Water Filter from ITEHIL

A portable and rechargeable reverse osmosis water filter perfect for creating safe fresh drinking water on your road trips.
PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT

3 Minute Setup! The Coleman 10P Northstar Family Tent

The humble family tent has come a long way! Old style canvas tents and dome tents with sleeve-fed poles can be difficult and time-consuming...
PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT

NEW EcoFlow River 3 Plus Power Station

EcoFlow's third generation River portable power station, the EcoFlow River 3 Plus, is now available in Australia and is an upgrade from its predecessors...
PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT

NEW EcoFlow Delta 3 Plus Power Station

EcoFlow's third generation Delta portable power station, the EcoFlow Delta 3 Plus, is now available in Australia and according to EcoFlow is "the world's...
PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT

TOAKS Titanium Pot and Pan Combo

I made the move to titanium cook wear for my hiking trips a few years ago and haven't looked back. Since then I've been...
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