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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...

From curious creatures on Cradle Mountain to quokkas being unbearably cute on Rottnest Island, this Australian winter has still served up its fair share of iconic travel moments. Luckily, a lot of you...

Ok, so you’ve watched the Tour de France and now you’re feeling inspired. You may already have a road bike or you may not, either way you’re keen to hit the saddle and...

Taste the chocolates in WA's Swan Valley. Witness the heritage-listed scoreboard at Adelaide Oval. Cruise past the Yarra's oldest boathouse - all on two wheels! Whether you're a mountain biker, unicyclist, or penny-fartherer,...

Have you been dying to head down to the Limestone Coast in South Australia, but don’t know where to start? The team at Discovery Parks – Robe have jotted down a few of...

Living on an island, Australians simply love the coast and a coastal cruise. One of the best Aussie road trips on offer is along the Princes Highway which follows the coastline from Adelaide...

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...

Along with fruit and veggies, chocolate is an important food group to include in your life.  This isn't about indulging, it's about sharing. Treat yourself and your family to one of these warming...

Cruise along the cliff tops of the Great Ocean Road from Melbourne to Robe and soak up the seascapes.  WATCH: The highlights of our trip along the spectacular Great Ocean Road, from Melbourne...

At Discovery Parks, we're about taking care of our family of nomads, explorers, twitchers, fishermen, hikers, BBQ experts, and all of the rest. Our G'DAY Rewards members are valuable to us: you chose...

Image: Great Ocean Road   Lonely Planet has named the Great Ocean Road as number five in the top 10 recommended Cross Generational Travel experiences in their Best in Travel 2018.   Family holidays have...

On the Great South Coast, past the dense forest of the Otways and before the border with the South Aussies, is a popular coastal city: Warrnambool. It's a holiday hotspot along the Great...

Returning home from this year's pilgrimage? We get so fixated on the Top End, we forget that the world keeps turning. All of those people on the southern coast are still working, eating...

Winter is slowly passing and soon the trees will bud, Days will grow longer and spring can enter in a thud. If you like the seasons changing but love your comfy bed, Pack...

The mid-year school holidays are coming up and we have a few ideas about how to feed the tribe when you stay at the park. Whether you're at a site or cabin, we...

Winter's here, the travelling months have kicked off and the caravan is ready for a drive. Everyone has their basic necessities: spare fan belt, a comfy camp chair, a good crime novel. But...

Discovery Parks across the country are bubbling with energy and happy families during the School Holidays. Our holiday parks have carefully created programs this winter to make sure your kids are made busy,...

Updated April 2022 How satisfying is biting into a freshly baked pie straight out of the oven? Or a custard-filled tart just out of the fridge? The comforting feeling of handmade food is ...

When on holiday, some of us are still hooked to our laptop checking our emails. The rest of us, well...we want to steer as far away from technology as we can. Best way...

Have you ever left the house for a holiday and wondered: is the stove on? Or are my clothes still on the line? We've all been there. No matter how many times you've...

Hit the road and experience a truly Australian adventure. The Great Ocean Road is one of the world's most spectacular coastal drives. The road from Melbourne to Adelaide combines breathtaking views of the...

The most liveable city on earth, Melbourne has it all. From the AFL and cricket grounds to the best vintage fashion Australia has to offer, our park is situated conveniently next to all...

Take a journey back in time and step inside one of Australia’s most frequented museums. Boasting five floors of natural history artefacts including the world’s largest collection of Australian Aboriginal cultural material, the...

You have no right to be bored in Melbourne. There is always a new event or attraction to see. Make the most of your visit and see these Melbourne things to do. Whether...

Heading to Geelong for a break away from work? Squeeze in as much as you can from this ultimate list of things to do in Geelong! #1 Thing to do in Geelong: National...

Why choose a Holiday Park or Caravan Park in South Australia? South Australia is called “The Reward for a Curious Heart” for good reason. Not only is South Australia known as being Australia’s...

Of all the places to visit in Australia, there is none quite like Adelaide. The city is famous for its churches and festivities, both of which are must-dos for visitors. However, there is...

  The Old Geelong Gaol took 16 years to build, and although it isn’t much of a luxury building today, it was considered one when it opened in 1865. The Gaol was based on...

A weekend getaway in Victoria could be just the thing you need to bring the sense of wonderment back to your life. There are so many things do in Melbourne; it’s hard to...

Staying in Discovery Parks - Melbourne for a few days and looking for things to do? Want to learn about Australia’s sea creatures without meeting them in the ocean? Then the Melbourne Aquarium...

Take a look at your New Year’s Resolutions. Chances are you have a list of things you want to achieve this year, things like: spend more time with loved ones, learn new things...

Want somewhere fun to spend a day going from the go karts to water slides? Want a way to keep the kids happy without needing to plan a full day of activities? This...

Check out our Park Manager Danny talking about Discovery Parks - Warrnambool with Terry and Ange from What's Up Downunder! The clip was filmed late last year for the What's Up Downunder Summer...