Koala in a Backpack by Joeven Wilson

It was our last day in Brisbane since we're heading off to Sydney the next day, and we were all itching to see the koalas at the koala sanctuary. Even I, at my age, couldn't wait to cuddle and feel the furry, fluffy little creatures!

We drove our campervan hire Australia vehicle around 9 in the morning. It seems like every minute that passed by seems like an eternity especially for me. Why, I wouldn't let an opportunity like this pass by. I could hold a koala and feel its fur on my arm and I could hear it breathe! They look cute on the postcards, I'm sure they look much cuter live! The sanctuary also lets visitors touch and feed the kangaroos, or as I'd like to call them, boxeroos! Blame it on the kid's noontime cartoons where the kangaroo wears a pair of boxing gloves.

After what seems like an eternity, we finally arrived on site. We parked our Australian motorhome rental and before we even turned off the engine, most of us were already off the vehicle! And lo' and behold! The furry little creatures were sleeping, it took a while for some one to finally get a koala out so we wouldn't disturb the ones on the trees. They explained that they sleep almost 19 hours a day. I couldn't imagine sleeping in their kind of position, but Hey! I'm not a koala!

I almost forgot getting a picture with the koala, then after that we set of for lunch. I was so hungry but the trip was worth it!

Traveling is the most regarded lifestyle an individual can invest on since it involves constant and solid planning and cooperative external factors like the weather condition. But one cannot deny the intense feeling he gets from starting off on his first trip to a foreign land, driving into the unknown with a map and road guides, and the "i don't want to go home yet" charm when nearing the end of the trip.

A campervan rental or motorhome can give you exactly that. Why? You only pack once, not having to worry about over-packing and forgetting to leave your unmentionables at the hotel room. You do not have to worry about hotel accommodations and check out times every single day. You and your family and friends get to save on food and fuel. Most of all, save on time, money and disappointment. With lots of storage space and room space, ideal for entertainment - without worrying about breaking hotel furniture or overcharge stays. Even the kids would love to run around in it. Yes, a motorhome is kid-friendly, with booster and baby seats, and safety features too!

You have all the necessities you need from a motor home. It is simply a mobile home. It has a shower (hot and cold), kitchen and beds and living space you can rely on, much like in your own home. The only difference is, you get to travel with it. You don't have to worry about going potty, you don't have to hold it in, the wash room is just a few feet away. Snack on your trip while driving to and from places, getting energized for that afternoon shopping. Get to enjoy the many outdoor activities like swimming and surfing at cool beaches with accessible food and extra clothes a few feet away. Equipped with a freezer and kitchen equipment. Then at the end of the day, kick back, and sleep a sound sleep with the comforts of great air-conditioning and the company of family and friends.

The vehicle is much enjoyed when you are booked on a longer trip, it isn't much fun when you just drive around for a day. One reason is you wouldn't get to cover the places and major tourist destinations in the area. With time on your hand, you get to go wherever you want, at your own pace. And most of all, spending some quality time with the company that came along with. When you get to the pick up point, your campervan rental is set and ready to go. Everything and anything at a reasonable cost.

So plan that next vacation on a motor home. Just remember to book in advance. Talk with a friendly reservationist to assist in accommodating your bookings and inquiries, along with the insurance matters. Travel the stress-free way, I suggest in a campervan rental. Keep in mind, this trip has its bonus: You get to learn about life, and exchange some pretty neat ideas along the way.

It was a last minute decision. We booked an rv for hire like it was impulsive shopping. So we were going on a five day vacation on short notice.

Like the first step of our planning, everything along the way was unplanned. So we were beginning to think that it was karma. But I don't think so, I think it was just something we needed to make the trip more exciting. I've spent all my life planning since I am a business man. I invest on time and planning and anticipating the movement of everything in and out of the business. I guess this one time should be forgiven

We followed a route where we can take our motorhome rental USA. Traveling cross country is the last thing on my mind when driving a big haul like an rv. But along the way it seemed natural for me. Even though we got lost because we couldn't read a map that well, or we forgot our shopping items at the gas station, even though we made a detour to Washington instead of Kentucky. And even though we forgot our flashlights while we were camping in a natural park. It was all good! This taught me how to rough it. It taught me how to act on instinct. It taught me that I gotta live life the way it was served and just enjoy it. This got me thinking, when we could do this next?