9 Ideas to Inspire Your Next Holiday
02/06/2022
Whether you’re keen for a winter getaway or already looking ahead to spring and summer, now’s the time to lock in your travel plans for the second half of the year. If you’re not sure where to start, don’t worry. Here are 9 ideas for your next holiday based on...
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...
Make your Queensland Summer perfect with these Cabin Holidays
01/11/2021
There’s a reason people from all over Australia, (and the world) flock to Queensland every year. All year round sunshine, wide open beaches and amazing tropical islands are just a start! Add fully self-contained cabin accommodation, ensuite bathrooms, private balconies, and modern kitchen amenities into the mix, and there’s no...
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,...
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...
Discovery Hosts Jimeoin as he Waltzes Australia
27/08/2021
Northern Irish comedian Jimeoin recently completed a stand-up tour of holiday parks in some of Australia's most iconic destinations - including two of ours! Luckily, Channel Ten’s cameras were there to record it all... If you love a good laugh keep your eye out for the new Channel Ten show,...
Splish, Splash and Dunk At One Of These Waterparks
12/01/2021
Updated November 2023 We all have our own relationship with summer, but you can't beat sunshine, happiness, and extra time to spend with your family on holidays. It can be a challenge to entertain the kids, but many of our parks have a feature that will make life a breeze...
Sunny Family Getaways in QLD
25/06/2020
Be a fun Mum and take the family on a sunny road trip to explore QLD. But, here’s a tip, you might just need to lock in a longer break as, with so many outdoor activities, white sandy beaches and nature encounters, you’ll need a day to fulfil every family...
10 Best Things To Do in Airlie Beach, Far North QLD & Surrounds
21/05/2020
Who better to recommend the best activities and experiences that Queensland’s Whitsunday region has to offer than the team at Discovery Parks – Airlie Beach! Our resident experts have compiled a list of their favourite local things to see and do to make sure you get the most out of...
STAY LOCAL FOR SCHOOLIES WITH DISCOVERY PARKS
25/02/2020
No more pencils, no more books, no more teachers’ dirty looks, when the teacher rings the bell, pack your bags and run … straight to Discovery Parks to start your schoolies vacation! Here in Australia, Schoolies on the Gold Coast is the mecca of post-school celebrations. But, why limit yourself...
Thrifty Family Travels reviews Discovery Parks - Airlie Beach
30/01/2020
"The kids will just love the pool, waterpark and playground – so much so that we found it hard to get our daughter to want to leave and explore the other attractions in Airlie Beach!" Discovery Parks – Airlie Beach gets a five suns review from Thrifty Family Travels! See...
The Essentials for Your Australia Day Long Weekend
09/01/2020
What does every Australia Day Long Weekend need? A holiday; A sing-along playlist and; A true-blue Aussie BBQ! We like to K.I.S.S. (Keep It Simple Stupid), there’s no need to over pack the car, we have all your essentials covered in-park for an epic Australia Day Long Weekend – think...
The best places to be during daylight savings
04/10/2019
It’s time to wind your clocks forward an hour and embrace the longer and warmer days. Being able to arrive home from work in daylight is something we all look forward to. Make the most of it by heading to your next trip away. But if you’re not quite sure...
The best events in Spring 2019
27/08/2019
Spring has sprung and we think it's the best time to get out and about and explore Australia. To help you decide how to spend your weekends here is a roundup of the best events happening around Australia this Spring. Victoria It's time to don your fascinator cause it's time...
Get ready to race in Airlie Beach
02/08/2019
From the 8th till the 15th of August Airlie Beach is ready to race! The Airlie Beach Race Week Festival of Sailing is recognised Australia-wide as a vibrant and exciting week of action, mixing six days of offshore yacht racing with seven nights of socialising and entertainment. With more than...
Where to go to weather out the end of winter
23/07/2019
Winter is almost over for another year but we still have 5 weeks of cold left to endure. Depending where you’re living, that can seem like a lifetime. So we’ve put together the best places to travel to weather out the end of winter. Embrace the snow in Jindabyne The...
The Best Sunrises Around Australia
11/07/2019
We’re a bit bias but Australia really is the most beautiful place. From the glistening beaches to the rolling hills, everywhere you turn is an Instagram moment waiting to happen. But Australia really comes alive at golden hour, that magical time as the sun is rising over the ocean or...
Discover: 10 ice cream shops we love in Australia
01/03/2019
Piccolina Gelateria – Melbourne, VIC We’re a little flexible here on “ice cream”. But Melbourne is famous for their gelato (and it’d be a shame to leave them out). The recipes are all-natural and traditional – her recipes are a family secret, passed down from the owner’s father. The options...
Cool Down in one of These 10 Swimming Pools
25/01/2019
Updated October 2022 It's amazing how long children can spend in a pool before they get tired. Hours will pass while they play Marco Polo or some kind of aquatic treasure hunt. Are they bored yet? Of course not, they're having the time of their lives! With over 80 locations...
PET FRIENDLY HOLIDAY PARKS IN AUSTRALIA
08/08/2018
Pets are more than just hounds and felines - they’re part of the family. That means when we go on holidays, they love to come and join in the fun, too (and so they should!). BRUCEY THE PUG Brucey the Pug. Pic: Shannon Doherty. To celebrate our love affair with...
A Road trip Along Australia’s Eastern Coastline. We See Queensland by Road, Boat and Plane.
02/08/2018
Travel up the pristine Pacific Coast Way from the Fraser Coast to the Whitsundays. Crystal coastline. Rugged reef. Idyllic islands. The Queensland Coastline Has It All. A road trip along Australia’s eastern coastline is a rite of passage for many Aussie families, and international visitors alike. When it comes to...
Discovery Parks Acquires Airlie Cove Resort & Van Park
21/03/2018
Adelaide-based Discovery Parks has added a tropical resort to its rapidly expanding collection of hero resorts, buying the Airlie Cove Resort and Caravan Park for $8.2 million. The deal follows Discovery Parks’ recent acquisition of the Top Parks brand which has created the largest network of holiday parks in Australia...