Angler's Top Tips for Fishing the Sapphire Coast
13/05/2022
Fishing has always been a favourite pastime for Aussies and a popular holiday activity for travellers flocking to our coastal towns, rivers and estuaries. Pambula Beach on the NSW Sapphire Coast provides endless opportunities for those seeking the ultimate catch. Anglers love to seek out fishing destinations and caravan parks...
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...
The Best Beach Holidays in NSW that aren't Bondi
25/11/2021
Although Queensland might steal some of the limelight, you won’t get an argument from us when it comes to the number of world-class beaches in New South Wales. Bondi is without doubt the most famous, followed by the likes of Manly and nearby Bronte, but when your coastline stretches over...
Cabin Accommodation to Explore NSW
29/10/2021
With so much natural beauty and open space, you could spend months exploring this great state and still have loads left to see. Luckily, our cabin accommodation for families, couples and solo travellers is in some of the most popular and exotic locations NSW has to offer. To make your...
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...
Road Trip NSW's Sapphire Coast
16/09/2021
One of Australia’s most beautiful stretches of coastline is waiting. Are you ready? Whether you’re piling into the family wagon or setting off for that first romantic break, the Sapphire Coast in New South Wales is an opportunity to explore wild coastlines, secluded beaches, and pristine national parks. Need Accommodation...
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...
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...
SPLASH AROUND THIS WINTER: Heated Pools at Discovery Parks
07/07/2020
Updated November 2023 A winter getaway doesn't mean you have to avoid the pool. Many of our parks swimming pools are heated all-year round! If having a dip is important to you, check out this list of our parks with heated swimming pools: NSW | WA | VIC | QLD...
DRIVE AWAY TO A FAMILY HOLIDAY IN NSW
30/06/2020
Pile the fam bam in the car for an adventure in your backyard and drive in to stay at Discovery Parks NSW. You won’t need your passport to explore these incredible locations, just some local travel tips direct from our park staff. We promise it’ll be a family getaway that...
The Best Bike Trails in Pambula Beach
26/05/2020
When visiting the team at Discovery Parks – Pambula Beach there is no better way of exploring the region than to get those legs moving and jump on a bike. With calm and clear autumn days take in the environment and scenery… there is so much to see. Don’t worry...
Explore Pambula Beach by Foot
21/05/2020
Boy, what can we say? The shores of Pambula Beach sure are absolutely beautiful and all within walking distance from Discovery Parks – Pambula Beach. It’s no wonder our guests queue up to visit this popular park! Ben Boyd National Park wraps around the park and securely frames Pambula Beach...
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...
Splash into Park and Cool Down as the Weather Heats Up
22/11/2019
Living on an island surrounded by water it’s no wonder the Australian summer is all about aquatic fun with beach and pool hangs being at the top of everyone’s summer activity list. How good does it feel to run through the sprinklers or jump into a cool, crisp pool in...
The Half-Century Travellers
22/08/2019
WATCH: Max and Dorne Reardon have been road-tripping from Melbourne to Pambula Beach for nearly 50 years, but say it’s the memories that mean more than the miles. We first came here in 1971 when our youngest daughter was six weeks old,” Dorne says. “We hired one of their on-site...
5 reasons why travel is the best thing to spend your tax return on
18/07/2019
Updated July 2022. Tax time is here again and for many of us that means bank accounts looking a little healthier thanks to a refund. There are many options when it comes to putting your tax refund to use, but it's never a bad idea to treat yourself to a...
4 Hot Chocolates To Cosy Up To This Winter
09/05/2019
Updated June 2022 There’s nothing better than a winter warmer recipe to add a little cosiness to a chilly day, and a sweet treat never goes astray either. While a mug of cocoa is a classic, you can take your hot choccie from drab to fab with these four delicious...
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...
Discovering the great Aussie family Christmas
05/12/2018
Media Release: 27 November 2018 Discovering the great Aussie family Christmas Christmas school holidays are about to start with families across Australia counting down to the festive break. For those who haven’t quite gotten around to booking a family getaway - it’s not too late! Here are Discovery Holiday Parks’...
Benefits of a G'DAY Rewards Membership
30/07/2018
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 us, and we want to give back to you. Guests return to our parks with their families,...
Four Of The Best Summer Markets In Australia
23/01/2018
We’ve selected four of the best Australian markets to visit in summer for gourmet food, art and entertainment. QUEENSLAND KERN ARCADE MARKETS WHEN: 8am to 12pm every Sunday WHERE: Bolsover Street, Rockhampton WHAT: Kern Arcade’s Car Park Markets have been operating for more than 17 years. With 150 stalls and...
Travel Hacks: Save Money These Summer Holidays
16/11/2017
There’s nothing quite like getting away with family and friends during the summer holidays! While Christmas is a joyous time (the best time!), the festive season can be stressful and can really be a stretch on your finances. To help you out, we've pulled together some of the different ways...
10 Sneaky Overnight Stays When Heading South
25/08/2017
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 and sleeping while we chase the sun in the tropics & red centre. Before summer illuminates life...
7 Gadgets of Happily Roving People
on 14/06/2017
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 what about those gadgets you've picked up over time and didn't know you would actually need? When...
Winter School Holiday Activities
30/05/2017
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, active and entertained. From country-themed shindigs to crazy crafts, find out our top school holiday activities from...