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Annual Leave Hacks to Extend Your Long Weekends in 2024 Are you longing to escape the daily grind, recharge your batteries, and explore new destinations? We've got the tips here to turn your...
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We’re so lucky in Australia that so many of our capital cities boast fantastic food scenes. Here’s a secret though: Tasmania’s capital boasts some of the most glorious eateries you can find, making...
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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....
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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...
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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...
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Updated March 2023 Chocolate. Factory. Tour. Parents might like to whisper these three words for fear of a sugar-based holiday meltdown. Everyone else, shout it out loud and enjoy this list of gourmet...
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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...
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With over 3 million hectares of protected spaces, Tasmania is a nature lover's paradise. This makes it a top destination for those wanting to escape the stress of modern-day living, but that doesn't...
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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...
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From the cool-climate varietals of the Tamar Valley to the sophisticated Semillon's of the Margaret River, Australia is blessed with some of the world’s best wine. As a result, no matter where you...
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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,...
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Updated April 2023 The secret has been out for years: Tasmania is amazing. Home to frontier wilderness, incredible food and delicious wine, now is the ideal time to make your way to Australia’s...
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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...
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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...
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Updated September 2022 Running has always been one of the best ways to combine physical fitness with the great outdoors. Road and trail running events are a great way to stay motivated, become...
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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...
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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...
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Updated Feb 2023 You may already have a road bike or you may not, either way, get ready because you are about to be inspired! While it’s courting controversy to create 'best of'...
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Updated November 2023 You don't have to be an extreme sports enthusiast to love mountain biking. All you need is your favourite ride, a decent helmet and a park to get funky in!...
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Updated March 2023 The temperature is dropping and days are getting shorter, but that's no reason to stop having fun! It can be tempting to spend winter curled up and wishing you were...
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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...
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Discovery Directory: Things to See, Eat & Do in Hobart Discovery Parks – Hobart is just 15 minutes from the CBD and waterfront with everything you need for a comfortable stay. Our park's...
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Discovery Directory: Things to See, Eat & Do in Cradle Mountain With its majestic stone fireplaces and log cabins on the edge of a world-heritage listed national park, Discovery Parks – Cradle Mountain...
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Find world-class wilderness, culture and memories to last a lifetime on a Discovery Parks Tasmanian Road Trip Road trips are as much about a moment in time as the places you visit and...
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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...
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We’ve selected four of the best Australian markets to visit for fresh local produce, handmade jewellery, collectables and live entertainment. TASMANIA SALAMANCA MARKET Fresh produce, Salamanca Market. Credit: Tourism Tasmania. WHEN: SATURDAY 8.30AM...
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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...
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We have travelled to the best snow spots in Australia to give you our top picks for your next snow holiday. There’s nothing quite like sinking your boots into that fresh, fluffy powder...
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Four Ways to Try Whisky in Tasmania
Posted by Discovery Parks on 20 Jul 2018
For a frankly shocking 150 years, the lawmakers of Tasmania maintained a total fire ban when it came to the distillation of alcoholic spirits. This meant that for a century-and-a-half, until 1991, despite...
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Aurora Australis beckons: experience nature in Tasmania Picture yourself in Tasmania’s national parks —nature’s Mona Lisa, offering the natural world’s equivalent of a brush with the great masters. Long before Tassie became famous...
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Hop aboard! We're taking you on a mission to discover the best beer south of the Bass Strait. Don't be shy, there's plenty to choose from for every drinker. From dark, caramel notes...
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It's that time of year - we're heading into footy season! We love the leaves' colours warming, the temperature climbing down when we want to climb up mountains, and the events that ignite...
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Small in size but big in personality, we know why Hobart is one of Australia's fastest growing holiday destinations. There's weird and wonderful art, the Sydney to Hobart yacht race, and boat-rocking seafood ...
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Beyond the Salamanca Markets in Hobart and the Spirit of Tasmania in Devonport, there's magic to be found in other corners of the state. Launceston is your gateway to Tasmania's north east. Historic...
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Updated June 2022 Markets can be a great way to discover the local flavour and quirks of your holiday destination. Whether you’re looking for the best regional produce direct from the grower, trinkets...
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WATCH: Five tasty jaffle recipes being made. Nothing says life on the road like the humble jaffle. These tasty recipes make the perfect easy meal. Rueben jaffle with Dill Pickle cooked using a ...
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‘Tis the season to visit cellar doors and taste wine right across Australia. Nothing warms the cockles like a glass of wine and there’s no time like the present to hit cellar doors...
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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...
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7 Gadgets of Happily Roving People
Posted by Discovery Parks on 14 Jun 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...
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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 ...
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Coming from mainland Australia, Tasmania feels like uncharted territory. The woods, the trails, and the mountains. It all sounds like a children's fairy tale. Is this a real place you can visit for...
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Updated May 2022 What if every weekend could last for three or four days? What would you do? In Australia, the options are endless. From hitting the road to pitching a tent, sipping...
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Cradle Mountain is one of the most popular destinations for hikers in Tasmania. Located in the Cradle Mountain – Lake St. Claire National Park, this beautiful wilderness area is one of the most...
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We're rather precious about our special island state of Tasmania - and some may even say a tad partial when championing its many virtues. So it's good to be reminded that we're not...
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Photo: Mister Weekender Sydney Blogger Mister Weekender recently visited Tasmania and ticked 'Hiking Cradle Mountain' of his bucket list. Here are his 7 reasons why you should hike Cradle Mountain too! It’s no...
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In May 2014 Wendy and James from Hobart packed up their lives into their new caravan and hit the open road on a journey of a lifetime travelling around Australia. They’re sharing their...
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Nick and Agnes from GoSeeAustralia.com.au are currently on a 3 week campervan tour of Tasmania. This week, they rolled into Discovery Parks - Hobart for a few nights, here's what they had to...