Top attractions for families & kids

If your kids think they have seen it all, they’re dreadfully wrong. From larger-than-life rollercoasters to coastal hikes that feel like they are at the ends of the earth, enthralling theatre shows to educational and exciting science exhibitions, there are an endless number of fresh and fun attractions out there to add to mini traveller’s bucket lists.

Whether you are entertaining adolescent adrenalin junkies or more bookish bubs with an unquenchable curiosity about the world around them, we have articles, tips, deals and more about the coolest, quirkiest and latest attractions in Australia and beyond!

Attractions, News, USA

Peppa Pig theme park coming to Legoland Florida

Merlin Entertainment has partnered with Hasbro to bring a Peppa Pig theme park to Florida in the United States.

It’s not like families need another excuse to holiday in Florida. Universal Studios, Walt Disney World and Sea World attract millions of tourists to the state each year. This is just another reason to add it to the bucket list.

The theme park will be built as a stand-alone addition to Legoland Florida Resort in White Haven near Orlando.

Merlin’s Group Chief Development Officer Mark Fisher said the park is expected to open 2022.

It “will bring to life even more of the sights, sounds and experiences that family audiences know and love so much from Peppa’s world,” Fisher said.

Florida families can buy annual Passes to the Peppa Pig theme park. The park will also sell inclusive passes with admission to the Legoland theme park and water park, as well as other regional Merlin Entertainments.

Merlin is expected to announce the rides in the US summer. But we do know that the Peppa Pig theme park will have gentle thrill-rides, attractions, live shows, playgrounds and water play areas. Children can even jump around in “muddy puddles”.

Visitors will also have ample opportunity to meet Peppa, Daddy Pig, Mummy Pig, George and all Peppa’s friends as they wander about the park.

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This is not the first Peppa Pig theme park in the world. Another already exists in Paultons Park, United Kingdom.

The UK’s Peppa Pig World features rides such as Grandpa Pig’s Little Train, Peppa’s Big Balloon Ride and George’s Dinosaur Adventure.

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If your kids think they have seen it all, they're dreadfully wrong. From larger-than-life rollercoasters to coastal hikes that feel like they are at the ends of the earth, enthralling theatre shows to educational and exciting science exhibitions, there are an endless number of fresh and fun attractions out there to add to mini traveller's bucket lists. Whether you are entertaining adolescent adrenalin junkies or more bookish bubs with an unquenchable curiosity about the world around them, we have articles, tips, deals and more about the coolest, quirkiest and latest attractions in Australia and beyond!

BIG4 Tweed Billabong Holiday Park

Award-winning park with its unique private tidal saltwater billabong

InterContinental Sanctuary Cove Resort

A classically-inspired Queensland estate, nestled within the beautiful surrounds of Sanctuary Cove.

BIG4 Saltwater @ Yamba Holiday Park

Kids will love the waterpark, jumping pillow, playgrounds, bike track, flying fox and outdoor movie theatre

BIG4 Nelligen Holiday Park

Big4 Nelligen is a haven for holiday makers on the banks of the Clyde River

BIG4 Gold Coast Holiday Park

Located in the centre of the Gold Coast theme park area

BIG4 Port Douglas Glengarry Holiday Park

Holiday Park with water park and slides

Kingfisher Bay Resort

Perfect base when staying on Fraser Island

NRMA Treasure Island Holiday Resort

Kids club, waterpark, activities and more on the Gold Coast

Fairmont Heritage Place, Franz Klammer Lodge

Rated one of the ‘Top 100 Resorts in the World’

Brisbane Holiday Village

Award-winning accommodation just 15 minutes from Brisbane CBD

Snowbird Ski Lodge

Warm and welcomeing ski-in, ski-out lodge in Charlotte Pass

Village Hotel at Sentosa

Energetic, fun, and vibrant, Village Hotel at Sentosa offers an experiential stay for families

Executive Retreats

Luxury Holiday Accommodation for families in Port Douglas and Cairns.

Mövenpick Resort Waverly Phu Quoc

The ideal family destination on Phu Quoc island, Vietnam.

Mercure Perth

Family-friendly hotel rooms set in central Perth featuring a rooftop pool and three restaurants.

Kryal Castle

Stay in a medieval land of adventure

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BIG4 Beacon Resort

Located by the beach in Queenscliff, 90 minutes from Melbourne.

Secura Lifestyle Holiday Parks

Set within peaceful, natural surrounds, there is a range of accommodation to suit your needs.

Wilpena Pound Resort

A resort located in Ikara-Flinders Ranges National Park, South Australia

Coco Bay Resort

Beautifully landscaped resort 100m from the idyllic Noosa River in serene Noosaville

voco Gold Coast

A family friendly hotel in Surfers Paradise that is anything but vanilla, discover voco®.

Q Station Manly

A hidden gem located at North Head on the shores of Sydney Harbour

AYANA Resort and Spa, BALI

World–class destination resort located on cliff-top land perched above Jimbaran Bay

Ingenia Holidays Rivershore

Ingenia Holidays Rivershore offers a truly unique accommodation experience.

Captain Cook Holiday Park

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BIG4 Bungalow Park on Burrill Lake

The perfect location to explore the beautiful Shoalhaven region.

Ballina Beach Village

Enjoy fully pet-friendly family accommodation, designed to suit every holiday budget and suitable for couples to large groups.

Aranyani Bison Adventure Tourist Park

Stay at a working American Bison ranch in Myrtle Creek, NSW

Reflections Holiday Parks

Renowned for its 37 iconic coastal and country destinations across NSW.

Big River Holiday Park & Ski Lodge

Riverfront self-contained holiday cabins and campsites.

Mudgee Holiday Park

A great location in the heart of Mudgee

Tweed Holiday Parks

Tweed Holiday Parks is the perfect place to relax, unwind and make memories.

BIG4 Adventure Whitsunday Resort

Expansive tropical oasis, quality accommodation, exceptional facilities.

The Rees Hotel Queenstown

Chic five-star accommodation situated on absolute lakefront.

Bali Dynasty Resort

Premier beachside resort in South Kuta Bali

Meliá Bali

Treat your family with unforgettable beach holiday

East Hotel

East Hotel is Canberra's iconic 4.5-star apartment-style hotel.

Conrad Bali

Conrad Bali, an award-winning resort at Tanjung Benoa, beckons from its beach of golden sand.

Bay Villas Resort

Best value accommodation in Port Douglas

Jamala Wildlife Lodge

Jamala Wildlife Lodge is the ultimate overnight safari in the National Zoo & Aquarium

Sheraton Hokkaido Kiroro Resort

A picturesque year-round vacation destination

Prime Plaza Suites Sanur – Bali

Comfortable, child friendly accommodation in Bali.

Treasure Island Resort & Spa

A fun and laid-back resort surrounded by white sandy beaches and colourful coral reefs.

Mana Island Resort & Spa

Paradise in the heart of the Mamanuca Islands

Malolo Island Resort

Intimate, rustic resort with a lively and authentic culture

Crowne Plaza Hunter Valley

Explore the heart of NSW’s premier wine region.

Crowne Plaza Terrigal Pacific

Crowne Plaza Terrigal Pacific is the ultimate beachside destination for families.

The Islander Noosa Resort

Tropical escape in the hear of Noosa

Curringa Farm Stay Tasmania

Deluxe cottages among 3000 sheep, crops and conservation forest

Fitzroy Island Resort

Located on a tropical island in Great Barrier Reef Marine Park.

RACV Noosa Resort

A family resort providing suites and apartments located in Noosa, Queensland

The Retreat Port Stephens

The Retreat is a family-friendly getaway located in the bushland of Port Stephens.

Paradise Resort Gold Coast

A renowned heaven for kids and a paradise for parents.

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