Travel Australia Podcast - Big Lap Chats By All Around Oz
The travel Australia podcast Big Lap Chats by All Around Oz, goes beyond the usual tips, offering authentic insights from experienced big lappers who’ve done the hard yards travelling Australia. The Big Lap Chats Podcast is an inspiring and informative show hosted by Annette Jones, a seasoned caravanner, adventurer, and the voice behind All Around Oz. Aimed at both newbies and experienced travellers, caravanners and campers alike, the podcast dives deep into the world of caravanning, camping, and the unique lifestyle of doing a big lap around Australia. Each episode features Annette interviewing Australia’s most passionate big lappers, campers, and travel experts, creating a vibrant tapestry of real stories, practical advice, and relatable insights for anyone dreaming of the open road. If you’re dreaming of the a great Australian road trip, planning your first big lap of australia, or already caravanning around Australia, we’ve got you covered with real stories, expert advice, and practical tips and hacks, plus a few laughs along the way. Tune in to get the inside scoop on caravanning, off-grid camping, and everything in between, all from seasoned lappers. Want more from each episode? Join the BLC+ Crew and get; - Extended episodes - Private podcast feed - Private community group - Premium Ad-Free Content - Exclusive Discounts & Special Offers - Campfire chats with Annette and special guests - Access the interactive free camp and travel map - Community Support from other caravanners and campers who share your passion for life on the road Thank you for your support, we appreciate you! We love to connect with you across our socials Facebook, Instagram and YouTube @allaroundoz and via our website https://allaroundoz.com.au Come and say G'day, we'd love to meet you!
Episodes
In this episode of Big Lap Chats, I sit down with Shania and Kade from Escape the Everyday, a young couple who made the bold decision to sell their home and take on full-time travel around Australia.
They share the emotional rollercoaster of leaving behind stability, how they juggle work on the road (a nurse and a diesel mechan...
After the heartbreaking loss of their daughter, Rachel and Darren made a life-changing decision to pack up their lives, leave their high-stress jobs, and travel Australia full-time.
In this emotional episode of Big Lap Chats, they share how their lap became a journey of healing, reconnection, and rediscovery.
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One of the toughest decisions before setting off on your Big Lap is whether to sell your home or rent it out. In this solo episode, I explore the pros and cons of both options, from the freedom of selling to the safety net of renting.
I also share some of our own experiences with tenants, property managers, and the realities of juggling house ownership while ...
In this episode of Big Lap Chats, we dive into one of the most asked questions in our community: How much does a Big Lap of Australia really cost each week?
Annette breaks down real-life spending from Aussie travellers across the country—from budget-conscious solo lappers to families making the most of every experience.
Thinking about doing the Big Lap of Australia to travel Australia in a caravan?
In this episode of Big Lap Chats, I share 5 crucial lessons I wish I knew before hitting the road full-time in our caravan.
These tips come from over two years of travelling around Australia. Helping you save money...
After lockdown and personal loss, Jen and Bob decided it was time to stop waiting and start living.
They sold their home, bought a van, and hit the road full-time—with no set plan and no end date.
In this episode, they share how they turned uncertainty into freedom, what life really looks like as full-time travellers, and the pl...
This week on Big Lap Chats, I’m joined by Tara from Dreamer RV—who shares how a desire for more family time sparked a bold decision to hit the road, and how that journey unexpectedly led to launching a thriving caravan bedding business.
Tara’s Big Lap story is packed with relatable moments, from the chaos of packing up with young kids to navigating life (and busi...
Is there ever a perfect time to travel around Australia? Deb & Jez from Grab Life by the Gourlays say yes—and it's right now.
In this episode, they share how they brought their lap forward by four years, found the right caravan at the right price, and hit the road as a family of four (plus their pup) for a once-in-a-lifetime ad...
This week’s episode is a little different—no guest, just Annette, answering the same Big Lap questions she usually asks others. You’ll get real, honest insights about planning, budgeting, finding hidden gems, and staying sane on the road.
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Sam and Wim from Bush and Bay join Annette to share their full-time off-grid travel journey across Australia.
From ditching van life to discovering their ideal 4WD + camper setup, this episode is packed with honest insights into what really works on the Big Lap of Australia.
They talk Starlink, water tanks, wild weather, a...
Confused about caravan towing weights?
In this must-listen episode of Big Lap Chats, Annette chats with Brennan Raymakers from Know My Tow to demystify GVM, GCM, ATM, tow ball weights, axle loads, and more.
If you're planning a Big Lap of Australia, this episode is essential for understanding how to tow legally and safely.
Plus, discover how Know My Tow’s free and premium calculators can help you...
n this episode of Big Lap Chats, Annette sits down with Deena from Committed to Collect. A seasoned traveller who completed an unforgettable 8-month Big Lap of Australia with her young family and did it all without blowing the budget.
Deena shares her story from dusty red roads to driving with the caravan door wide open, and ho...
What happens when the kids leave home and you decide not to wait for retirement? You get Rob and Ange aka the Semiretired Travellers who sold it all and hit the road to live their Big Lap dream.
In this episode of Big Lap Chats, Annette sits down with Rob and Ange as they share how they turne...
Thinking about doing the Big Lap of Australia but feeling overwhelmed or unsure if it’s the right time? In this episode of Big Lap Chats, Annette sits down with Katrina and Cain from Hapnin Empty Nesters, a couple who turned a major heart scare into the ultimate full-time travel adventure.
They share how they hit the road in a 13-foot hybrid caravan, how they manage on a $500/week travel budget, and why communication is key when li...
In this episode of Big Lap Chats, we sit down with Casey and Zane from A Few Laps Around the Sun—a couple who swapped intensive care wards and plumbing jobs for full-time caravan travel around Australia.
Now three years into their journey, they share how they made the leap i...
Courtney and James from Tradies on Tour join Annette to share how they turned weekend getaways, and one big lap into over three years of full-time travel around Australia with their kids.
From budgeting tips and schooling on the road to running a mobile tradie business, this episode is packed with honest insights, laughs, and real-life advice for anyone dreaming of their own Big Lap and travellin...
Maybe One Day” to Full-Time Road Life with Vet In A Van
Tanya and Marcus had a dream—to explore Australia with their family. But when someone offered to buy their house, they stopped dreaming… and hit the road.
🚐 Six weeks later, they were off—right before COVID hit. Years later, they’re still travelling full-time with four kids (including one ...
From 12 Months to Forever—Why Liz & Simon Never Stopped Their Big Lap
What happens when a planned 12-month Big Lap turns into 4+ years of full-time travel? Liz & Simon from The Lifestyle Pioneers share how their dream became a lifestyle—remote adventures, School of the Air, and all.
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Ever dreamt of exploring every corner of Australia in a 4WD bus? That’s exactly what Chris and Bec from Salt and Charcoal have been doing for the last five years.
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In this episode of Big Lap Chats, Annette sits down with Jess Day—better known as Outback Jess—a former tour guide turned family travel expert and creator of the much-loved Spotto Books.
Jess has expl...
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