Caravan World Issue 663 — December 2025 / January 2026
In this issue, Caravan World marks 55 years of publication with a look back at how the magazine and the RV industry have evolved, featuring insights from key Australian caravan builders. The reviews cover a range of new releases: the compact Jayco Discovery 17’ Outback Poptop for travelling couples, the heavy-duty Bruder ADX-21 built for serious off-road touring, the easy-to-manage Vision Nirvana 16, the smartly designed Royal Flair Designer 19 Series Slide Out, and MG’s new U9 ute offering a softer take on the 4WD trend. Features break down the essentials of caravan connections, finish the Al-Ko Enduro X suspension upgrade, and take it for a test run to Cape York. The travel section explores destinations across Australia — including Alice Springs, Flinders Ranges, Bathurst, Barham-Koondrook, Kalgoorlie-Boulder, and Longreach — highlighting what makes each worth a visit. We also test new gear: the Garmin Tread 2 Overlander GPS, Thermos Icon Series, Bluetti Elite 100 V2 portable power unit, and Ooni Koda 2 pizza oven. Plus, catch the latest RV news, reader letters, and more.
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Since 1970, Caravan World has been the 'bible' for those wanting everything from technical advice to insights into the best places to stay in this vast country of ours. Our travel features are produced by writers who are living and breathing the caravan and camping lifestyle, often doing their own 'big lap', while caravan reviews are independently assessed in real conditions, whether that's in the Red Centre or up the remote coast of WA, where our experts ensure they put vans through their paces and pass on their experiences to you. We continue to touch every corner of Australia in an effort to educate, inform and inspire you with authentic content which will help ensure you can make the most of your own adventures.