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!...
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...
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...
Royal Society for the Blind - Disco Litter!
26/08/2021
Our Royal Society for the Blind sponsor dog and first four-legged ambassador, Disco, recently sired a healthy litter of 7 labrador pups! To celebrate, the staff at RSB, where Discovery have been taking care of Disco’s training, took him and his pups - who will all now be trained over...
Pet-friendly parks to reward your pooch
23/08/2021
We love dogs. Not only do they bring personality to our parks, in many cases they are an important part of the team! From supervising tasks to welcoming guests, our park dogs are integral members of the Discovery family. Because of this, many of our parks offer pet-friendly cabins and...
DISCOVERY BARKS: Say G’day to our park dogs
25/06/2020
Updated 26 August 2021 Behind every great park manager there’s often an even greater canine companion! 'Paws' what you are doing and meet some of Discovery’s best park dogs: Fred, Discovery Parks - Pilbara Karratha (WA) Assistant Park Manager Jamie with unofficial town mayor, Fred. What a prince! Book Pilbara...
WALK WARRNAMBOOL WITH JANET & JACK
20/05/2020
Located right on the Great Ocean Road, the city of Warrnambool brings the sights; a breathtaking coastline, a glimpse of a southern right whale and a vibrant community to explore. Janet and her rescue dog Jack have been doing just that and taking in the view by foot and paw...
Best of the Barrington Coast in Forster NSW
19/05/2020
New South Wales’s mid-north coast is famous for its stunning beaches, waterways and national parks and Discovery Parks – Forster is right in the heart of it all! You’ll find Forster on the Barrington Coast, just three and a half hours north of Sydney. Spend your stay soaking up the...
The 10 Best Things to do in Yeppoon QLD and Surrounds
13/05/2020
Who better to recommend the best activities and experiences that Queensland’s Yeppoon region has to offer than the team at Discovery Parks – Coolwaters, Yeppoon? 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...
Holiday Park Etiquette – How to be a Carefree Caravan Camper
06/05/2020
Escaping the everyday norm with the lure of regional roads that lead to some of the most picturesque and remote locations in Australia is too great. However, well-planned holidays can quickly turn into horror stories when neighbouring holiday-makers don’t consider those around them (especially during peak travel periods). Whether you’re...
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...
The Ultimate Guide to Backyard Cricket
12/11/2019
UPDATED OCTOBER 2021 Backyard cricket is a rite of passage for Australian families. Whether you’re playing at the MCG or on a pitch mowed by Uncle Bob, we all need a set of guidelines to ensure a solid match! Follow these simple rules and we can (almost) guarantee a meltdown...
6 Rules of Park Etiquette
08/08/2019
Updated September 2022. Holiday parks bring together people from all walks of life and give you the opportunity to connect with travellers from all over the country and the world. At their busiest, holiday parks can be bustling hives of activity, with caravanners, motorhomes, and families in cabins all enjoying...
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...
11 Kids Nature Play Activities
25/08/2017
Updated October 2022 Playing outside is a chance to discover what matters. Put away the gadgets and reconnect your kids with the great outdoors! The benefits of turning play inside out are endless. Being outside gives young minds an appreciation for the wider world and creates memories that last a...