Annual leave hacks to extend your long weekends
10/11/2023
Annual Leave Hacks to Extend Your Long Weekends in 2024 Are you longing to escape the daily grind, recharge your batteries, and explore new destinations? We've got the tips here to turn your long weekends into extended getaways and help you maximize your time off in 2024. JANUARY Days to...
Things to do in Coffin Bay
20/04/2023
5 Things to do in Coffin Bay If you haven’t been to Coffin Bay on South Australia’s Eyre Peninsula, you’re really missing out! With beautiful beaches and epic sand dunes to play on, out of this world national parks, local food and wine experiences, plus adventurous activities like fishing charters,...
Where to see Giant Cuttlefish in South Australia
13/04/2023
Where to see Giant Cuttlefish in South Australia While beauty will always be in the eye of the beholder, you won't find a more spectacular display of marine life than the annual migration of giant cuttlefish near Whyalla on SA’s Eyre Peninsula. We know that South Australia has some amazing...
10 family friendly Adelaide Fringe shows
27/01/2023
One of the best times to be in Adelaide is when the Adelaide Fringe comes to town. Full of warm balmy nights, loads of venues and a whole month of comedy, cabaret, theatre and fun, it’s the perfect time to book a stay! For kids and families, there are heaps...
Discovery Parks win Tripadvisor's Travellers' Choice Awards
17/05/2022
Some of Discovery Park's most popular destinations have been recognised for their excellence by one of the world’s most used travel review sites! Congratulations to Fraser Street, Hervey Bay and Tannum Sands in Qld; Lake Kununurra and Swan Valley in WA; Katherine and Alice Springs in the NT, Hahndorf Resort ...
The Best Easter Holidays in Australia this year
13/04/2022
Updated March 2023 Need an excuse to get more out of your Easter long weekend? Just a few days annual leave gets you a ten-day break. Go on, you know you want to. Try these four underrated locations on for size - it's not too late to book a getaway...
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...
Discover the Epicurean Way at Discovery Parks
16/03/2022
Australia’s best food and wine should be part and parcel of any good getaway. In South Australia, holidaymakers are spoiled for choice, with one of the most loved culinary adventures right on their doorstep. Stretching from McLaren Vale in the south to Clare Valley in the north, SA’s Epicurean Way...
The Best Chocolate Factories in Australia
10/03/2022
Updated March 2023 Chocolate. Factory. Tour. Parents might like to whisper these three words for fear of a sugar-based holiday meltdown. Everyone else, shout it out loud and enjoy this list of gourmet chocolate factories from around the country. Each one will add more than just a touch of sweetness...
The best holiday park campfires in Australia
09/03/2022
Updated April 2023 One of the best things to do in the great outdoors is gather round a campfire. Sitting with loved ones around the orange glow of a crackling fire is an outdoor activity you'll never regret. Sharing stories, playing music and laughing into the night is a camping...
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...
South Australia Best Holiday Park Staycations
01/03/2022
To have the best stay-cay in SA ever, you need accommodation that suits you and your family. Discovery Holiday Parks are not only close to South Australia’s best regions, our parks keep you comfortable, safe and secure - 24/7! And, because we make your stay-cay awesome with facilities like swimming...
great state vouchers south australia
25/02/2022
Use your Great State Vouchers at Discovery Holiday Parks Bookings are now open for successful Great State Accommodation Voucher holders. Book by 11:59pm ACDT on Monday 7 March, for travel until Tuesday 31 May 2022. Saturday nights excluded. BROWSE SA PARKS NOW Clare Valley Credit: SATC Stunning scenery all year...
7 of the Best Country Pubs in South Australia
07/12/2021
Did you know that at last count, there were more than 6,000 pubs in Australia? From the quirky to the world-famous, Australians love exploring unique taverns and grandiose bars that are perfect on any type of road trip! Luckily, South Australia has plenty to work with, so if staying refreshed...
Barossa Valley makes list of ‘Best Glamping Experiences in South Australia’
02/12/2021
The South Australian Tourism Commission has included one of our most popular destinations in their piece, ‘9 Best Glamping Experiences in South Australia,’ and who are we to disagree? If the rough and tumble of camping and caravanning isn’t quite your thing - or even if it is - a...
South Australia’s Best Beaches You Might Not Have Heard Of
23/11/2021
There was a time when Australians from the eastern states might not have considered South Australian beaches worthy of their ‘must-do’ list. Today that opinion has changed, as word has spread of SA’s seriously amazing coastline. From epic stretches of vacant white sand to crystal-clear water and idyllic caves, it's...
SA's Best Cabin Holidays Are Right Here
28/10/2021
Although their state might not get the headlines of others, South Australian's love how good it is to holiday at home! By staying in a Discovery Parks cabin, you make the absolute most of the situation, meaning you can explore SA’s world-class wineries, enchanted coastlines and rolling hills from the...
12 Things To Do This Summer in Australia
25/10/2021
Our parks are in some of Australia’s most in-demand and exotic locations. From the eastern tip of Byron Bay to the western edge of Ningaloo, we have Australians covered when it comes to the best things to do in the best places! Here are 12 that will take your summer...
The Ultimate Guide to Australia's Best Regional Wineries
13/10/2021
From the cool-climate varietals of the Tamar Valley to the sophisticated Semillon's of the Margaret River, Australia is blessed with some of the world’s best wine. As a result, no matter where you are, there is a winery experience waiting to be enjoyed. With few exceptions, the best wineries in...
12 School Holiday Destinations Parents Won't Regret
14/09/2021
Taking the family away at any tme of the year is a team effort. Activities and new adventures for the kiddo’s, the opportunity to unwind and relax in nature for you! Luckily, with more than 80 parks nationwide, Discovery Parks has got what it takes to do both - in...
Port Augusta Wildflowers come to life in SA's North
13/09/2021
Native wildflowers are bringing colour to some of Australia’s most remote National Parks and Gardens. The Australian Arid Lands Botanic Gardens in Port Augusta has come to life this Spring. Bright yellows, cherry reds and lavender hues have all bloomed in SA’s north - more proof that Australia’s arid lands...
10 Iconic Australian Hikes You Can Reach From Our Parks
25/08/2021
Updated March 2023 With so much amazing nature on our doorstep, isn’t it time you filled a backpack and set out on an adventure? Enjoy this shortlist of some of the most famous hiking trails in Australia. All of them are within 'walking' distance of our parks. Fresh air and...
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...
16 Family Holiday Experiences In Spring
20/08/2021
Say goodbye to winter, and hello to spring - the season many of us have been waiting for! Rediscover your backyard and start planning your next family holiday with us. From tiny tots to awesome adults, seasonal events are happening all over the country that are set up for all...
5 excuses for a mid-week escape from Adelaide
20/08/2021
We've always loved Adelaide, but that doesn't mean it's not worth putting in the rearview mirror from time to time - and not just at the weekend. Here are five reminders of why an SA Midweek Getaway* is your chance to let absence make the heart grow fonder. *Use the...