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10 tips to stay warm: winter camping in Australia

02/06/2022

Australians are a tough bunch, but that doesn’t mean we don’t get cold. Rain, hail or shine, Aussies love a winter camping trip. Life-long memories are made overcoming the colder months, and having an amazing time in the great outdoors. However, because of our reputation for warm weather and long...

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4 Things You Have To Do in Katherine's Nitmiluk National Park

27/05/2022

Often described as ‘where the outback meets the tropics,’ the level of natural beauty that surrounds the town of Katherine is underrated. Most famous for the magnificent Nitmiluk National Park, which is just 30 kilometres down the road from Katherine, this amazing swathe of land covers nearly 3,000 square kilometres...

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Australian Traveller talks up Lake Kununurra’s hidden treasures

03/05/2022

The current issue of Australian Traveller magazine has called the East Kimberley capital of Kununurra ‘underrated’ and ‘worthy of more attention.’ Heavily impacted by the last two years, when even long-distance domestic travel became a no-no, places like Lake Kununurra in Western Australia’s far East Kimberley are finally bouncing back. ...

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Things to see and do near Kings Canyon in Australia's Red Centre

01/04/2022

For a long time known exclusively as ‘The Olgas’ or ‘Mount Olga’ after its highest peak, the famous domes of Kata Tjuta must be seen to be believed. Credit: Tourism Australia Considered a must-do for anyone travelling to the Northern Territory, read on to find out everything you need to...

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Australia's Best Autumn and Winter Festivals

24/03/2022

Updated March 2023 Sad about the end of summer? Don’t be! Autumn and winter are when some of the best festivals in Australia come to life. Whether it's food and wine, music, the arts, or the Australian outback, there’s a festival to enjoy wherever you are. Check out this shortlist...

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Things To Do in Alice Springs: Parrtjima Light Festival

21/03/2022

Updated March 2023 Are you going to this year's Parrtjima Festival of Light in Alice Springs? Credit: Parrtjima It’s not too late to book your FREE ticket and experience one of the world’s most incredible outdoor light shows! With a 2023 theme of ‘Listening with Heart,’ this year’s Parrtjima (pronounced...

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SA best staycations!

01/03/2022

Get off the couch and make that stay-cay in SA a reality! South Australia is blessed with so many places that are perfect for getaways - short or long. Whether it’s a solo-trip, romantic break, or an escape with the family (including your best furry friends), there’s a destination that’s...

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Australia's Best Beaches are here!

02/02/2022

Tourism Australia has just released its annual list of Australia’s best beaches! Congratulations to (the ironically named) Misery Beach in Torndirrup National Park in Western Australia, which got the nod as Australia’s best! Credit: @exploreparkswa As little known strip of sand near Albany on the southern tip of WA, Misery...

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The Best Holiday Accommodation in Australia

11/10/2021

Updated November 2023 The best holiday accommodation in Australia is a Discovery Parks cabin! Choosing the perfect holiday accommodation can be a game of chess, but if you’re looking for an easy, affordable, and comfortable holiday with your family, cabin accommodation is the way to go. More freedom, more space,...

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Spring into the best trail running events in Australia

23/08/2021

Updated September 2022 Running has always been one of the best ways to combine physical fitness with the great outdoors.  Road and trail running events are a great way to stay motivated, become part of a community and build up your trophy cabinet. They’re also perfect for discovering Australia’s amazing...

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12 Reasons to stay in Goolwa on SA's Fleurieu Peninsula

06/08/2021

South Australian’s have long been aware of the charming town of Goolwa on the much-loved Fleurieu Peninsula.  Perfect for families at just an hour's drive south of Adelaide, Goolwa is an ideal hub to explore the stunning Southern Fleurieu.   Flying Fish Cafe on Horseshoe Bay is a popular spot. Credit:...

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Rugged Luxury – Come inside for a tour of the O’Reillys off road van

16/08/2018

 WATCH: MEET THE O’REILLYS AND COME INSIDE THEIR DECKED OUT HOME ON THE ROAD The O’Reillys have seen the inside of every different type of tent, campervan, and caravan; but now, see their new Dirt Road Xtreme Caravan in all its rugged luxury. As far as Kevin O’Reilly is concerned,...

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Seasoned Motorhome Travellers Who Believe Bigger Is Not Better: Meet Barry + Hanna

31/07/2017

Good things come in small packages. According to these Australian travel bugs, bigger isn’t always better. Queensland retirees Barry and Hanna Hardy spend eight months of every year in their motorhome and simply can’t get enough of the wide, open road.  “We’ve been part of the Motorhome Club for over...

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A Happy Couple Of Australian Off-Road Adventurers: Meet Anne + Terry

21/07/2017

WATCH: Meet Anne and Terry Sullivan as they share their stories from the road. The lure of outback adventure gives this retired couple from Victoria’s Gippsland Lakes an adrenaline rush. The couple started their love affair with life on the road in 2003 and just love exploring Australia’s dirt road...

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