How to Do Laundry While Travelling: The Ultimate Aussie Guide for Road Trips, Cruises, and Overseas Adventures

Laundry on the Go? Let’s Make It Easy!

If you’ve ever packed for a long-awaited holiday only to realise halfway through that you’re down to your last pair of socks, you’re not alone. Whether you’re road tripping across Australia, cruising the South Pacific, or backpacking through Europe, doing laundry while travelling is something every adventurer eventually faces.

But here’s the good news: it doesn’t have to be hard. With clever Aussie inventions like the Slide n' Dry Pegless Clothesline and the ultra-convenient Dreambly Laundry Sheets, you can turn laundry days into stress-free pit stops, no matter where your wheels (or wings) take you.

In this article, we’ll dive deep into:

The most common travel laundry questions (and answers!)
Why compact, eco-friendly solutions are a must
The best laundry tips for caravanners, campers, cruisers, and overseas travellers
How our tried-and-tested laundry heroes make life easy on the road

Let’s get washing!

Common Travel Laundry Questions (That We Get All the Time)

At Adventure Awaits, we chat with fellow travellers every day. These are the questions we hear on repeat:

How do I wash clothes without lugging around heavy detergent?
Can I dry washing without stringing a full clothesline across my van or room?
What do I pack for laundry on short vs. long trips?
What works for families? For solo backpackers? For cruisers?
How do I hand wash efficiently in a small space?
What can I do if I don’t have access to a laundry machine?

Spoiler alert: our two favourite travel products answer ALL of these.

Slide n' Dry Pegless Clothesline: Australia’s Travel Laundry Game Changer

This is the hero of countless campsites, caravans, and cruise cabins.

Why We Love It:

Made in Australia – Supporting local makers and quality manufacturing.
Peg-Free – No pegs to lose, no pinched fingers, no saggy lines.
Compact & Lightweight – Tucks neatly into a drawer or backpack.
Flexible Hanging – Hooks onto trees, awnings, balconies, or inside cabins. You can make it as long or as short as you need!
Holds Up to 40kg – Strong enough for towels, wet swimmers, and even jeans.

Where It Works Best:

Caravans & Campers: Hook between awning poles or trees.
Cruise Ships: Great for inside your cabin, across the shower or towel rail.
Hotels & Airbnbs: Hang between curtain rods, balconies, or furniture.
Overseas Travel: Compact enough for carry-on. Total lifesaver in hostels.

Once you try the Slide n' Dry, you’ll never go back to tangled elastic lines or broken pegs.

Hanging clothes on the pegless clothesline

Dreambly Laundry Sheets: No More Bottles, Spills or Waste

Forget messy liquid and bulky powder – these sheets are a dream come true.

Why We Love Them:

Just One Sheet Per Wash (or half a sheet for handwashing or a caravan washing machine!)
Biodegradable & Eco-Friendly – Kind to your skin AND the planet.
Mess-Free – No spills in your luggage or sticky detergent caps.
Multi-Purpose – Can be used for stain removal AND as a surface cleaner.
Perfect for Packing – Slip a few into a zip-lock bag for shorter trips.

Where They Shine:

Camping & Off-Grid Adventures – Easy to use with hand washing.
Cruise & Overseas Travel – TSA-safe and lightweight.
Family Road Trips – One pack can handle the whole crew’s laundry.

If you love minimalist travel, this is your laundry holy grail.

Top Laundry Tips for Travelling Aussies

1. Always Carry a Ziplock of Essentials Include:

A few Dreambly sheets
A foldable bucket or basin
Microfibre towel for quick drying

2. Wash Small Loads Often You’ll save space and avoid needing a full laundry day.

3. Hang Smart Use your Slide n’ Dry Pegless Clothesline inside and out – perfect for wet weather or privacy.

4. Use One Bag for Dirty Laundry Keep it separate and avoid the dreaded "sniff test" Check out the Van Go Laundry Bags, light weight and perfect for all travel.

5. Skip the Hotel Laundry Fees Even a quick sink wash with Dreambly and an overnight hang can save you heaps!

Why Travellers Love This Combo (Real Customer Reviews)

“The Slide n' Dry has been a game changer on our road trip. No more pegs flying off or missing socks. And YES - they handle really windy conditions."

“Dreambly sheets are genius – we hand washed everything on our cruise and didn’t need to buy anything extra.”

“I love that they’re Aussie made and actually work. The quality is spot on.”

FAQs: Travel Laundry Edition

Q: Can I bring Dreambly Sheets on a plane?
A: Absolutely. They’re biodegradable sheets (like baby wipes) so they won’t count as a liquid or gel. If they dry out, it's ok - the natural detergent is in the cloth and will sud up when you add water.

Q: Can the Slide n' Dry handle heavy towels?
A: Yes! It holds up to 40kg – wet towels, jeans, and jackets are no problem.

Q: What about stains?
A: Rub a Dreambly sheet on the stain as a pre-treatment. It’s a multi-tasker!

Q: Will the Slide n’ Dry line damage surfaces?
A: Nope. It uses flexible bungee cords with hooks, so it's safe for most surfaces.

Family-Friendly, Eco-Friendly, Aussie-Friendly

These two products don’t just make life easier – they’re better for the environment and support Australian business.

Dreambly cuts down on plastic waste and is biodegradable.
Slide n’ Dry is locally made and supports regional manufacturing.

Packing Checklist: Travel Laundry Must-Haves

Slide n’ Dry Pegless Clothesline
Dreambly Laundry Sheets
Ziplock bag with half-sheets
Collapsible bucket or sink plug
Travel towel or drying cloth
Waterproof bag for wet/dirty items

Where to Buy the Best Travel Laundry Gear

At Adventure Awaits, we only stock what we use and love ourselves. Our team has road-tested these products all over Australia (and beyond!) so you know they work.

We ship Australia-wide every single day, with orders packed right here in our family-run Numurkah store. We’re passionate about clever, quality gear – and about helping fellow travellers enjoy the journey.

✨ Shop Slide n’ Dry Pegless Clotheslines
✨ Shop Dreambly Laundry Sheets

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Your Clothes Deserve Better

Doing laundry on the road doesn’t have to be a hassle. With the right tools and a bit of know-how, you can stay fresh, clean, and stress-free anywhere in the world.

So next time you hit the road, the skies, or the seas – bring your Slide n’ Dry and your Dreambly sheets, and let laundry be the least of your worries.

Check out our entire Laundry Collection here.

About Adele Dyson & the Adventure Awaits Team

Adele Dyson is the founder of Adventure Awaits, Slide n' Dry Pegless Clotheslines, and Caravanning with Kids. Based in the friendly town of Numurkah in rural Victoria, Adele and her small but mighty team are passionate about discovering and sharing the most unique and practical gifts around. From Aussie-made essentials to clever caravanning gear and gifts that make people smile, everything in store is hand-picked with heart.

Need help picking the perfect present? The team are absolute gift-giving pros – just give them a call and they’ll help you find something spot-on for any occasion. Adventure Awaits is more than just a store – it’s a little slice of joy where there’s something for everyone!