Australia's only dedicated family caravan and camping magazine has a new editor, with Jennifer Ennion taking over the reins of Signature Media's annual title, Caravan and Camping with Kids.

Published in December, Caravan and Camping with Kids is a guide to family travel in the great outdoors. The magazine provides advice and information for families going camping for the first time, fresh ideas for regular campers, the latest news about Australia's best holiday parks, and plenty of inspiration for travellers who like to go 'off-grid' on weekend or year-long adventures. Be it in a tent, a caravan, motorhome or 4WD, the magazine aims to get more people experiencing Australia's dramatic and varied landscape.

Returning for the 2018 edition will be the Readers' Choice Top 10 Holiday Park Awards, Australia's most highly regarded awards for families that determine the best places to stay around the country. This year the awards will be extended beyond holiday parks to also include readers' favourite national parks and state reserves. Competition is expected to be tough, as the growth of glamping continues and parks continue to upgrade cabins and children's play zones. Be one of the thousands of people to have their say by voting online at www.holidayswithkids.com.au.

“Not only do these awards recognise the park managers and regional tourism bodies that help make the industry so successful, but they're also a great tool for everyday mums and dads planning their next adventure,” said Ms Ennion.

Having spent childhood holidays caravanning and road-tripping around New South Wales and Queensland, Ms Ennion has a fondness for all things 'camping'. In her 20s, travel often involved pitching a tent in a national park, waking to the sound of green parrots and cooking breakfast beside an empty beach. Now, she hits the road with her husband and toddler in a 1982 Viscount pop-top that's undergoing an extensive renovation.

With more than a decade of experience as a news journalist and travel writer, Signature Media is excited to welcome Ms Ennion to the team. She says she is passionate about the industry and excited to encourage more parents to embrace travel with children.

“No longer are caravanning holidays the sole domain of Grey Nomads, and, although they play an important role in the industry, I want to show young families how many great coastal campsites, holiday parks and national parks we have in Australia,” Ms Ennion said.

“Whether you're new to camping, love a luxury safari tent or enjoy heading into the bush with a camper trailer, the 2018 Caravan and Camping with Kids will have something for all Aussie families.

“And who can resist a great road trip, whether it's along the accessible Legendary Pacific Coast in New South Wales or the challenging Gibb River Road in WA? If you love hiking, fishing, 4WDing or simply setting up camp in the dunes of a remote beach, I'm hoping to inspire more Australian families to explore their own back yard.”

Contact: Jennifer Ennion jennifer.ennion@gmail.com M: 0438 389 129