8 Lakes of the NSW South Coast you shouldn't miss
13/09/2022
While New South Wales may be known for its stunning beaches, it also has fantastic lakes perfect for swimming, kayaking, fishing and more. Picture waking up to a sunrise over crystal clear waters and getting ready for a day full of fun on a lake that has it all. With...
Get into Australia's Best Spring Events
02/09/2022
You don't have to go far to get away this Spring! Better weather and longer days means festivals and destinations come back to life, many of them outside our major capitals. This year, turn your favourite spring festival into a nature made comfy getaway! TAS | NT | SA |...
7 ways to get the most of Mount Buffalo this winter
26/07/2022
Less than an hour’s drive from Bright in the ‘Aussie Alps,’ Mount Buffalo is one of the crown jewels of Victoria’s High Country. Known as a prime location for cross-country skiing and tobogganing, Mount Buffalo, which sits inside Mount Buffalo National Park, is ideal for a bit of snowy wintery...
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...
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...
Things to do with your dog on a NSW camping holiday
07/04/2022
If you’re a dog owner/parent, you know that leaving part of the family behind on vacation isn’t an option. Fortunately, there is no shortage of things to do with your dog in New South Wales, and plenty of places to stay that love having you and your best furry friend!...
12 of Australia's most amazing waterfalls
06/04/2022
Is there a better reward for a full or half-day hike than standing in front of a waterfall in full flow? Surely one of nature’s greatest wonders, waterfalls have that rare ability to captivate and entrance us. Aside from being hypnotic viewing and a great excuse to get outside, they...
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...
the most comfortable family holiday parks in australia
28/03/2022
Time is short. Taking a trip to the great outdoors requires consideration. Where to go, how to get there and what type of accommodation you’ll need to be comfortable are always worth thinking about. If you do decide to go on a camping trip, the chances are high that you’ll...
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...
Where to See Australia's Best Autumn Foliage
22/03/2022
Hello Autumn! Summer may be over but there’s so much to be excited about as we head into the cooler months. While it might be sad to put away the sunscreen for a while, Autumn is the season to really explore the great outdoors (stomping on crunchy leaves highly recommended)...
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...
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 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...
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...
The best things to do in the Kimberley's
14/02/2022
Bordered by the Indian Ocean to the west and the Timor Sea to the north, Western Australia’s vast Kimberley plateau forms the northernmost region of Australia’s largest and arguably most diverse state. Famous for its massive swathes of raw wilderness, including 350-million-year-old desert ranges, dramatic gorges and beguiling water features,...
The Best Farmers' Markets in Victoria
10/02/2022
There are so many ways to treat yourself right at a good Farmers Market. Check out this list of some of Victoria’s best! Credit:@franknal_chai Nothing says ‘Saturday morning’ like a freshly-baked pastry and a hot cup of coffee from your favourite vendor at your local farmers’ market. You can’t beat...
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...
Christmas in Australia: How our favourite influencers will spend the big day
22/12/2021
Where will you be when Santa comes to town? We reached out to some of our favourite travel influencers and asked the same question. Here’s what they told us! @4boysandacaravan Image Credit: @4boysandacaravan With three and a half years of full-time travel under their belt, we’ve been featuring this family...
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...
Isn’t it time for a Tasmanian Cabin Holiday?
28/10/2021
If you're yet to stay in one of our cabins, then now is the time to book it! With perks like reverse-cycle air conditioning and your own ensuite bathroom, cabin accommodation is perfect all year round, especially if you’re travelling as a family, a couple, or a group of mates....
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 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,...
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...