DISCO’S PET PARTIES
10/01/2020
Disco’s tail is wagging with excitement to invite you and your pack to his Pet Parties! In between his very serious Royal Society for the Blind pup-in-training commitments, Disco is taking some well-deserved time out to relax and recharge at Discovery Holiday Parks in the best pet-friendly accommodation from Robe...
Your 2020 Travel Guide with Discovery Parks
30/12/2019
The new year has just started, and have you already muttered the words “this year I’m going to travel more”? Us too, which is why we've put together this month-by-month guide to inspire you and get you out there exploring your backyard this year. Give yourself something to look forward...
The Ultimate Guide to Backyard Cricket
12/11/2019
Backyard cricket is a rite of passage for Australian families. Whether you’re playing in the middle of the MCG or on a pitch mowed by your Uncle, you will need a set of rules to ensure a solid, fair match. Follow these simple rules and we can (almost) guarantee your...
Snow Season Events 2019
10/05/2019
Ready to head to a winter wonderland? Come June long weekend, Thredbo and Perisher will really kick into gear with events throughout the season. From music festivals to family fun days, prepare yourself for plenty of stoke both on and off the slopes. BOOK YOUR ACCOMMODATION Thredbo Opening Weekend When:...
EYRE PENINSULA AUSSIE ADVENTURE: STREAKY BAY, PORT LINCOLN, WHYALLA
09/10/2018
Our Eyre Peninsula road trip kicks off in Streaky Bay, heading down along the cliffs of Waterloo to Port Lincoln’s abundant southern tip, and up to Whyalla. Hit the Road Incredible views and pristine blues - welcome to the Eyre Peninsula. With remote stretches of white sand and rugged clifftops,...
8 Tasmanian National Parks That Look Like Paintings
09/04/2018
Aurora Australis beckons: experience nature in Tasmania Picture yourself in Tasmania’s national parks —nature’s Mona Lisa, offering the natural world’s equivalent of a brush with the great masters. Long before Tassie became famous for tasty froths, food & wine journeys, and gnarly mountain biking, it was famous as a living...
How To Train Your Future Commonwealth Athlete At The Park
04/04/2018
You're watching the impressive Commonwealth Games athletes on TV and you know in your heart of hearts that your aspiring career as a gymnast (you can do a somersault if the ground is soft enough) won't come true. It isn't too late for your kids, though. They're young and enthusiastic...
Footy Season in Perth 2018
03/04/2018
With the new Optus Stadium opened in January 2018, there's no better time to check out the new digs than this footy season. Watching the games at home is just not the same as seeing the players running and leaping across the green, drama erupting on and off the field. ...
Footy Season in Melbourne 2018
29/03/2018
Footy season's back on in Melbourne. Have you checked out the calendar and booked your tickets? Find out who's playing and when at Etihad Stadium and the MCG in 2018, then secure your site or cabin at Discovery Holiday Parks - Melbourne. BOOK NOW MARCH SCHEDULE (click to expand) North...
Whale Watching Season Highlights
29/03/2018
Queensland The whales Hervey Bay hosts typically arrive in late July and stay until November before they head back to the Southern Ocean. The locals celebrate their return with the Hervey Bay Ocean Festival in August, right by Discovery Parks – Hervey Bay and Discovery Holiday Parks - Fraser Coast. ...
Footy Season in Adelaide 2018
29/03/2018
When footy season comes around, do you park yourself in the stands at Adelaide Oval yelling at the top of your lungs to support your favourite team? Do you fuel your energy for the game with a beer and a warm meat pie? Are you dressed head to toe in...
Australia's Top 10 Events This Autumn 2018
07/03/2018
It's that time of year - we're heading into footy season! We love the leaves' colours warming, the temperature climbing down when we want to climb up mountains, and the events that ignite a range of big cities and regional towns. Love a laugh, watching sports, or trying new food?...
6 Ways To Turn Your Site Into A Rabbit Hutch
26/02/2018
Make it a hoppy Easter and turn your site into a rabbit hutch. These may be a little eggcentric, but they'll get you right into the spirit of the holiday. The six crafty ways to spruce up your van will look so good, even the Easter Bunny will be jealous. ...
Australia's 10 Gnarliest Mountain Biking Spots
20/02/2018
When you're a mountain biker, a stationary bike at the gym feels like a sad substitute. Being outside is essential when you're riding. You love the mud kicked up around your ankles, the quiet among the tall trees, and being in flight after a wicked jump. From the dense and...
Free Fun for the Young (and Young at Heart) at Discovery Parks
16/02/2018
Caravan parks are in the hearts and memories of many Australians, hoping to continue the family holiday tradition with their own children. But what is there really to do now, since playing with sticks and rocks is simply not enough anymore? Discovery Parks have a variety of kids facilities available...
10 Best Things To See and Do in South West, WA
15/02/2018
Before we kick off why this region is your next must-see holiday destination, we need to start by showing you this: Image: Swimmers in Geographe Bay, near Meelup; Credit: Tourism Western Australia. Pretty easy on the eyes, eh? That's Bunbury and surrounds for you. Extaordinary landscapes, award-winning wineries, friendly dolphins,...
5 Stellar Day-Trips Around Hobart
08/02/2018
Small in size but big in personality, we know why Hobart is one of Australia's fastest growing holiday destinations. There's weird and wonderful art, the Sydney to Hobart yacht race, and boat-rocking seafood to be had. Beyond the fringe of the city, though, you'll discover so much more: history, waterfalls,...
G'DAY Loves Streaky Bay
02/02/2018
With its breathtaking beaches, abundant seafood and activities galore, Streaky Bay in South Australia is perfect for your next adventure. Crystal clear waters, long sandy stretches, abundant seafood and activities galore. Streaky Bay is an emerging stretch of South Australia’s stunning coastline. The collection of nature trails in the bay...
G'DAY Loves Sunny Yeppoon
02/02/2018
Stay at one of our newest holiday parks in Coolwaters, Yeppoon and explore this little secret stretch of Queensland’s coast where adventure and relaxation meet. With Discovery Parks’ purchase of the Coolwaters, Yeppoon holiday park in late 2017, it’s the perfect time to visit this little secret stretch of Queensland’s...
Fringe Events in South Australia 2018
31/01/2018
Aussies lay a special claim over the biggest fringe festival in the southern hemisphere. The Adelaide Fringe Festival, now in its fifth decade running, attracts performers and attendees from all over the globe. It's a month dedicated to dazzling, delighting, and distracting you from your responsibilities (and the heat). The...
Three Park Summer Aussie Adventure: Robe, Warrnambool, Geelong
24/01/2018
Our summer adventure starts in the beachside town of Robe, heading inland to bustling Warrnambool before ending up in gorgeous Geelong. Hello Sunshine, old friend As the winds and rains of winter recede and tendrils of warmth tickle the frosts away, the G’DAY family is preparing for the great Australian...
7 Reasons Why Launceston, Tasmania Is Our Loved Little Secret
16/01/2018
Beyond the Salamanca Markets in Hobart and the Spirit of Tasmania in Devonport, there's magic to be found in other corners of the state. Launceston is your gateway to Tasmania's north east. Historic precincts, cool-climate wines, rolling hills of the country side, and the juiciest berries you have ever tasted....
6 Reasons For A Late Summer Holiday
on 12/01/2018
The kids have gone back to school, parents are back to work and the Australian Open has come to a close. One thing that stays the same? That blissful summer feeling. Summer holiday hotspots can finally relax as the crowds peter out and the weeks are more peaceful. If you've...
Top 5 Things To Do Around Streaky Bay, SA
11/01/2018
Heading to Streaky Bay for the fishing or crossing over on your way to the Nullarbor? You're in luck: this town on the Eyre Peninsula is a gem of South Australia. A loved holiday town boasting authentic natural beauty, the region is an ideal spot to rest, relax, and explore. ...
Long Road to Paradise: The Pacific Highway, New South Wales Road Trip
09/01/2018
Join the G’DAY crew as they embark on the classic New South Wales great Australian road trip hitting the bitumen between Sydney and the Gold Coast. It’s the little things that make a long, leisurely drive memorable. Encounters with interesting strangers, conversation between family members, and jaw-dropping scenery along the...