Tans in a Van

Family Adventures on the Open Road

  • Three days of beach stays!

    After a night spent in Hamley Bridge, we set off for the scenic Eyre Peninsula. Our first stop along the route was yet another dried-up Pink Lake—there are more of these than we ever imagined! But this one had its own unique twist: a Loch Ness Monster sculpture perched right in the middle. Though we hadn’t planned to stop, the kids were captivated, and it proved to be a worthwhile detour.

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  • Our epic journey begins!

    On Saturday morning, we wrapped up our packing, bid a heartfelt farewell to Renjo, and readied ourselves for our journey westward. It was wonderful to have friends and family drop by throughout the morning to say their goodbyes, with some even staying to wave us off as we set out.

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  • Final shakedown in Yarrawonga

    Over the Australia day weekend, we did what will probably be one of our last shakedown trips before the big adventure. We spent 3 days of perfect weather right on the Murray where we were able to relax, try out the van and everything we have put in it.

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