Discovery Parks - Hobart
Discovery Parks -- Hobart is a 10 minute drive to the city centre and a 15 minute drive to the nearby town of Richmond, with Launceston just under 2.5 hours away. Hobart is easily reached from the mainland, with daily flights from all major Australian cities, and the 'Spirit of Tasmania' ferry services operating from Melbourne. With other Discovery Parks located throughout Tasmania including Hadspen, Tasmania is an ideal touring holiday destination
Set in beautiful bush setting, Discovery Parks -- Hobart is just minutes from the Meehan Range State Recreation Area which offers scenic bushwalking, abseiling and picnic facilities.
Nestled on the beautiful Derwent River, with Mount Wellington offering a dramatic backdrop, Hobart offers an extensive range of activities and attractions for the whole family. Just 20 minutes from Hobart, the summit of Mount Wellington offers stunning views of Hobart, Bruny Island and the Tasman Peninsula, with bushwalking trails for all fitness levels.
Each Saturday, the bustling Salamanca Markets comes alive with local produce and handcrafts available, while nearby Constitution Dock, the finishing line of the annual Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race, offers a wide selection of cafes and restaurants.
Nestled in the Coal River Valley just 30 minutes from Hobart, the historic town of Richmond features Australia's oldest bridge, Richmond Bridge, built by convicts in 1823.
Named 2008 and 2009 Best Heritage Tourism Experience in Australia by Gourmet Traveller Magazine, the Port Arthur Historic Site offers a rich insight into Australia's convict past. Set on 40 hectares featuring 30 buildings, extensive ruins and beautiful gardens, this World-Heritage listed site offers a full day of sightseeing, just 1 and a half hours from Hobart.
A 20 minute ferry ride from Kettering just outside Hobart will deliver you to Bruny Island, home of the prestigious Bruny Island Surf Classic. Renowned for its stunning natural beauty and abundant wildlife, Bruny Island offers cruises, bushwalking, bird-watching and Fairy Penguin tours.
Discovery Parks -- Hobart is well positioned to enjoy all that Hobart and the surrounding area has to offer and features a range of accommodation from en-suite powered caravan sites to cabins, cottages and lodges. Our 3.5 star self-contained cottages and lodges offer sleeping from 4 to 6 people and feature en-suite bathroom, TV/DVD and full kitchen with gas stove and dishwasher. Our Standard Cabins are ideal for larger families or groups, and feature electric heating, while our Economy Cabins offer sleeping from 4 to 6 people, and feature kitchenette and en-suite bathroom.
Offering a fully-serviced Conference Centre, internet access plus beach volley-ball court and playground, Discovery Parks -- Hobart is ideal for corporate functions, large groups or family holidays.
Discovery Parks - Mornington, Hobart
Discovery Parks -- Mornington Hobart on the Southern Shore is less than half an hour from the nearby towns of Richmond and Kingston, with Launceston just under 3 hours away. Hobart is easily reached from the mainland, with daily flights from all major Australian cities, and the 'Spirit of Tasmania' ferry services operating from Melbourne. With other Discovery Parks located throughout Tasmania including Hadspen and Strahan, Tasmania is an ideal touring holiday destination
With views to Mount Wellington, Discovery Parks -- Mornington Hobart is set in beautifully maintained grounds, just 10 minutes from the bustling city centre.
Nestled on the beautiful Derwent River, Hobart offers an extensive range of activities and attractions for the whole family. Just 20 minutes from Hobart, the summit of Mount Wellington offers stunning views of Hobart, Bruny Island and the Tasman Peninsula, with bushwalking trails for all fitness levels.
Each Saturday, the bustling Salamanca Markets comes alive with local produce and handcrafts available, while nearby Constitution Dock, the finishing line of the annual Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race, offers a wide selection of cafes and restaurants.
Nestled in the Coal River Valley just 30 minutes from Hobart, the historic town of Richmond features Australia's oldest bridge, Richmond Bridge, built by convicts in 1823.
Named 2008 and 2009 Best Heritage Tourism Experience in Australia by Gourmet Traveller Magazine, the Port Arthur Historic Site offers a rich insight into Australia's convict past. Set on 40 hectares featuring 30 buildings, extensive ruins and beautiful gardens, this World-Heritage listed site offers a full day of sightseeing, just 1 and a half hours from Hobart.
A 20 minute ferry ride from Kettering just outside Hobart will deliver you to Bruny Island, home of the prestigious Bruny Island Surf Classic. Renowned for its stunning natural beauty and abundant wildlife, Bruny Island offers cruises, bushwalking, bird-watching and Fairy Penguin tours.
Discovery Parks -- Mornington is well positioned to enjoy all that Hobart and the surrounding area has to offer and features a range of accommodation from Economy Cabins to Superior Cottages. Our 3.5 star self-contained Superior cottages offer sleeping for 5 people and feature separate lounge / dining with gas-log heater, full kitchen and separate bathroom, while our Spa Cottages sleep 2 and feature a luxury spa bath. Our Economy and Standard Cabins sleep 5 to 6 and feature electric heating, cooking facilities and en-suite bathroom.
With communal BBQs and a large playground, Discovery Parks -- Mornington is the perfect base for your next family holiday.
Discovery Parks - Rockhampton
Discovery Parks -- Rockhampton (formerly Tropical Wanderer Resort) on the Tropic of Capricorn in Central Queensland is the ideal holiday or corporate event destination. Set on the banks of the Fitzroy River, Rockhampton is a 1 and a half hour drive from Gladstone and 3 hours from Mackay.
Surrounded by the Berserker Ranges, stunning views of Rockhampton can be enjoyed from the top of Mt Archer in the nearby Mt Archer National Park.
Known as the 'Beef Capital of Australia', Rockhampton's Gracemere Saleyards on the outskirts of the city are the largest stud-selling venue in the Southern Hemisphere, while the Great Western Hotel in the heart of the city holds weekly rodeos for those whose want a taste of the country. Within Rockhampton, there is a wide choice of attractions for the whole family, from the 130 year old, heritage-listed Rockhampton Botanic Gardens (also home to the city's zoo), to the Rockhampton Heritage Village, Dreamtime Cultural Centre and city's Quay Street Heritage Precinct.
The coastal town of Emu Park is a 30 minute drive and passes the Koorana Crocodile Farm which offers daily guided-tours of its 3000 crocodiles. Home of the famous Singing Ship Sculpture, Emu Park offers excellent fishing and swimming, with day trips and cruises to Great Keppel Island available from nearby Yeppoon.
Discovery Parks -- Rockhampton offers an extensive selection of accommodation from powered camp and caravan sites, units and apartments, through a range of cabins, villas and chalets.
Our wide range of self-contained apartments, villas and chalets provide accommodation 2 to 8 people. Facilities range from basic facilities to kitchenette and full kitchens, with all Standard, Superior and Deluxe accommodation offering airconditioning.
For larger families, our 4.5 Star Deluxe Paradise Apartments sleep 8 and come complete with3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, full kitchen with dishwasher, washing machine and dryer, LCD TV with Playstation and Free Austar, split-system airconditioning in all bedrooms and wireless internet access.
Our Deluxe Starlight Apartment offers wheelchair access-ramp with handrails, toilet and shower with handrails and fold-down shower seat, plus dedicated parking next to the access ramp.
Our Deluxe Spa Unit offers a 2 person spa, King bed accommodation and Free Austar, with our Deluxe studio unit offering excellent corporate traveller accommodation, complete with desk and wireless internet access.
Our many camp and caravan sites feature individual access to water and power
Located close to Rockhampton's largest shopping centre, and offering 2 swimming pools, a games room, Discovery Parks -- Rockhampton is the ideal destination for a romantic getaway, the family holiday or large sporting group and corporate functions.
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Freight Train Hopping - Freights in the States 18 - Wyatt Explains Trains
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