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Annual leave hack: turn 20 days into 42 van adventures
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Still settling back into work after the holiday break? Instead of staring wistfully at your computer screen, let's turn that daydreaming into action! We've crunched the numbers and found the ultimate hack for Australian van adventurers in 2025: turning 20 days of annual leave into an impressive 42 days of freedom on the road. Last updated: January 2025
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With thousands of vans available across Australia and a passionate community of owners ready to help you hit the road, there's never been a better time to embrace the van life. Let's make 2025 your year of adventure with this ultimate leave-maximising guide.
The Easter expedition (April)
16 days of freedom for 8 days of leave
Remember how you promised yourself more adventure this year? Easter 2025 is your golden ticket, with Good Friday on April 18 and Easter Monday on April 21, here's your chance to create an epic adventure.
Take leave on:
April 14-17 (Monday to Thursday)
April 22-25 (Tuesday to Friday)
Insider tip for Tassie and WA wanderers: Easter Tuesday (April 22) is a public holiday – bonus day off!
Where to point your van: Autumn is showing off all over Australia at this time of year. Our travellers' favourites include:
NSW's pristine beaches before the winter chill hits
The Great Ocean Road while the crowds are thin and the weather's perfect
Tasmania's wilderness during the spectacular autumn fagus turning into their trademark yellows and oranges
The winter escape (June)
*9 days of adventure for 4 days of leave*
June might seem gloomy, but smart vanlifers know it's prime time for some of Australia's best experiences.
Take leave on:
June 6 (Friday)
June 10-12 (Tuesday to Thursday)
Hot tip: WA folks, your King's Birthday is in September – we've got different dates for you!
Best winter wanderings:
Chase the sun up to Tropical North Queensland
Explore the Red Centre without melting – Uluru is magical this time of year
Hit the whale watching trail along the NSW coast
The spring fling (October)
*9 days of exploration for 4 days of leave*
Not satisfied with waiting until summer? No worries, October brings Labour Day and the perfect excuse for a spring adventure.
Take leave on:
October 3 (Friday)
October 7-9 (Tuesday to Thursday)
Spring hotspots:
Western Australia's wildflower explosion (our Margaret River guide is a crowd favourite)
Victoria's High Country as the snow melts and the hiking trails open up
Queensland's perfect pre-summer weather (check state calendar variations for Labour Day)
The summer finale (December)
*8 days of sun-soaked relaxation for 4 days of leave*
End the year with a bang by turning the Christmas period into an extended summer escape.
Take leave on:
December 22-24 (Monday to Wednesday)
December 29 (Monday)
Summer van-life classics:
South Coast NSW's beach paradise (our most-viewed destination category)
Pro tips for maximum van life success
Book early: These dates are no secret – secure your van ahead of time
Flex those dates: Consider starting your trip a day earlier or later than the crowds
Watch the weather: We've matched destinations with their prime seasons
State check: Public holidays vary across Australia – double-check your state's calendar
The bottom line
That's 42 glorious days of van life using just 20 days of annual leave. Based on our team's love of the outdoors and first-hand knowledge of Australia's rhythms, these are the best times to explore our specified pockets of the country.
The best part? You've still got weekends free for short trips. Our most popular three-hour escape guides (especially around Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane) are perfect for filling the gaps between your bigger adventures.
Ready to make 2025 your year of van life? Start planning now – your future self will thank you for it!
Remember: These dates are based on most state and territory public holidays. Some variations apply, especially for WA, QLD, and NT residents. Check your local public holidays when planning.
The information in this blog is accurate and current as of the date of posting. Please be aware that information, facts, and links may become outdated over time.