Family-friendly P&O Cruise to Port Lincoln & Kangaroo Island, South Australia
Review by Carla Caruso
There’s just something about life on the water that continues to fascinate – as seen by the popularity of shows like The Love Boat and Below Deck!
To celebrate my dad’s 70th recently, I jumped aboard the P&O Pacific Explorer for a four-night […]
Kangaroo Island – Officially one of the World’s Greatest Places to visit!
South Australia’s Kangaroo Island has made TIME Magazine’s 2023 list of World’s Greatest Places – 50 Extraordinary Destinations to Explore.
It’s no secret to most South Australians just how unique and incredible it is to visit Kangaroo Island. If you haven’t been fortunate enough to visit […]
[ March 26, 2022; ]
Kangaroo Island Fringe Festival
The Kangaroo Island Fringe Festival is back in 2022!
Head to Eleanor Downs in the heart of KI and experience some of the best acts the Fringe has to offer. Set amongst the gum trees, sprawling paddocks and vast open skies, The Shearing Shed will feature an epic festival line up, with an […]
Where to Eat & Drink on Kangaroo Island
Kangaroo Island has some amazing family-friendly cafes and restaurants dotted around the island. The island is known for its Ligurian Honey but it is also full of suprises including the best fish and chips possibly anywhere in SA, located in one of the most remote parts of the […]
Kangaroo Island – A fantastic family holiday destination
Kangaroo Island is the perfect destination for a family holiday. It’s a great place to relax and unwind on one of its stunning beaches or enjoy quality family time exploring the island’s scenic wonders. You can also get up close to native wildlife, experience a range of adventure […]
Take an Overseas Road Trip to Kangaroo Island
Longing for an overseas holiday? Well why not… Hop on the SeaLink ferry and go overseas to Kangaroo Island. Once you arrive in Penneshaw, surrounded by the idyllic calm blue water, you’ll feel like you’re a world away.
Since you’re travelling overseas, you’ll receive your very own #PassportToKI with […]
Kids Go Free to Kangaroo Island on the SeaLink Ferry
Kangaroo Island is the perfect spot for a family holiday. It’s the place to escape the daily grind and take the time to slow down and do something a little bit different.
Book now for Spring and take up to 3 kids (aged 3-14 years) to KI […]
[ June 23, 2020 to August 31, 2020. ]
Welcome Back To Kangaroo Island
Now is the perfect time to make your way to Kangaroo Island with SeaLink. Whether it be a weekend getaway or even a week-long break, you’ll find so much to do for the whole family on KI.
You won’t find big crowds, but you will find wonderful wide open spaces, wildlife at […]
Passenger Ferry Fare Discount to Kangaroo Island
Kangaroo Island still needs your support. Plan a trip, pack your bag and make your way to KI with 25% off* passenger fares for travel from 1st June to 31st August 2020.
The message is clear. Kangaroo Island is well and truly open for business and there is still so […]
Bush Festival at Eleanor Downs on Kangaroo Island
IMPORTANT UPDATE 16 MARCH 2020:
Following the Federal Government announcement banning public gatherings of 500 people or more in an effort to slow the spreading of COVID-19, this event has been postponed – please check with the venue or organisers directly with any enquiries
On 21 March 2020 the second […]
[ February 17, 2020; ]
The Garden Gala on Kangaroo Island
The Adelaide Fringe are joining forces with Mix 102.3 Adelaide to present a whopping night of FREE entertainment on Kangaroo Island.
On Monday 17 February 2020, The Garden will temporarily close its gates on Rundle Park / Kadlitpina.
Instead, they are sending a convoy of artists and staff to Kangaroo Island, where they’ll […]
Sealink $15 Ferry Offer to Kangaroo Island
SeaLink has joined a campaign to encourage visitors back to Kangaroo Island to help support the local community get back on their feet.
To help the South Australia Tourism campaign #BookThemOut, Sealink are offering $15* passenger ferry fares so you too can show your support by visiting the Island with […]
The South Australian Tourism Commission has launched a recovery campaign for the regions devastated by the recent bushfires in South Australia.
The campaign, “Help them out, #BookThemOut”, will focus on encouraging people to visit the Adelaide Hills and Kangaroo Island to boost bookings and help reinvigorate the local economies.
Now more than ever, our beautiful Adelaide […]
Travelling to Kangaroo Island – How you can support the Tourism Industry as they Recover from the Devastating Bushfires
Kangaroo Island is a magical place close to the hearts of many South Australians and we are all completely heartbroken at the toll the recent bushfires have taken on the Island locals. Their businesses, homes and properties […]
Exploring Family Friendly Kangaroo Island, South Australia
South Australia’s Kangaroo Island is a true natural paradise, perfect for families wanting a getaway with that real holiday spirit – a world class bucket list destination.
There is so much to see and do on Australia’s third largest island from action adventures to peaceful walks through untouched bushland. Think […]
Kangaroo Island Connect – $25 Ferry Return Trips
Kangaroo Island needs support and so Kangaroo Island Connect are helping to assist tourism in the area through discounted return ferry trips to the Island.
For bookings from today, Kangaroo Island Connect is providing a 50% discount for return ferry passenger travel to encourage tourism back on Kangaroo Island. […]
[ January 18, 2020; January 25, 2020; ]
Willunga Farmers Market
In support of their farming neighbors on Kangaroo Island, all stall fees from Willunga Farmers Market on Saturday 18 & 25 January 2020 will be donated to BlazeAid to support recovery efforts on the Island.
Public donations will also be accepted throughout the Market. The Willunga Farmers Market includes fresh produce grown on the […]
[ February 1, 2020; 11:30 am; ]
Frozen 2 sing-a-long – Kangaroo Island Bushfire Fundraiser
Join the Capri for this one-off screening of Frozen 2 Sing-A-Long, where all profits from the ticket sales will go to the Kangaroo Island Mayoral Relief & Recovery Bushfire Fund.
Anna, Elsa, Kristoff, Olaf and Sven leave Arendelle to travel to an ancient, autumn-bound forest of an enchanted land. […]
[ October 1, 2019 to October 31, 2019. ]
Flinders Chase National Park Centenary
National Parks and Wildlife Service South Australia (NPWSSA) is celebrating the 100 year anniversary of Flinders Chase National Park. There will be free entry to Flinders Chase National Park on 12 of October, as well as camping discounts during October.
Flinders Chase National Park was the second national park to be declared […]
National Parks South Australia Park of the Month for July 2018
You’re invited by National Parks South Australia to celebrate Kangaroo Island’s national parks and reserves for Park of the Month this July.
Winter on Kangaroo Island is a great time to take up one of the spectacular walking trails on the Island. From Cape Willoughby in […]
KIDS GO FREE TO KANGAROO ISLAND!*
The list of reasons to visit Kangaroo Island are seemingly endless, especially when you can take the kids for free! While children under two always travel free on SeaLink ferries, you can take up to two kids (aged 3-14 years) for free when accompanied by one or two paying adults […]
[ May 12, 2017; ]
Kangaroo Island Mother’s Day Pop Up Event at the Adelaide Central Market
Fresh from Tasting Australia and just in time for Mothers’ Day, the Adelaide Central Market’s Kangaroo Island stall will host a special pop-up event on Friday 12 May 2017.
Visitors to the Kangaroo Island stall will be treated to free tastings between 11am & 2pm […]
Kangaroo Island
South Australia’s Kangaroo Island is a true natural paradise, perfect for families wanting a getaway with that real holiday spirit.
There is so much to see and do on Australia’s third largest island from action adventures to peaceful walks through untouched bushland. Think pristine beaches, dynamic sand dunes, soaring cliffs and wildlife galore.
Scenic drives will […]
National Parks & Wildlife Service South Australia Park of the Month for August 2020 – Encounter Marine Park and Granite Island Recreation Park
With each Park of the Month there will be a variety of events for everyone to enjoy, with many of them free to attend. You can learn more about a park direct from […]
South Australian Country Shows
There are over 45 country shows held each year in South Australia. Fabulous family fun for everyone, country shows not only focus on traditional show activities for agriculture and horticulture, they also feature other activities such as rides, sideshows, showbags, fireworks and plenty of free entertainment.
Country shows are wonderful community events and […]
South Australian Beaches
Adelaide has an envious selection of city beaches stretching from North Haven all the way down to Sellicks Beach and beyond in the south.
Most of Adelaide’s central beaches are less than 30 minutes drive from the city, with the spectacular southern beaches about an hour away. Planning a day on the sand is […]
[ February 16, 2024 to March 17, 2024. ]
2024 Adelaide Fringe Guide for Families & Kids – find the best family friendly shows to see at the Fringe!
Adelaide Fringe is Australia’s biggest arts festival with an exciting program of family friendly shows and interactive experiences plus comedy, theatre, circus, cabaret, visual art, music, and more. Find everything you need to know about this […]
[ July 1, 2022 to July 31, 2022. ]
Umbrella Festival 2022
Umbrella Festival is an open access live music festival presented by not-for-profit organisation, Music SA – who are delighted to bring Umbrella Festival back in 2022.
Umbrella Festival’s 2022 program has officially hit the streets with a massive local program of over 175 events statewide this season. They will be celebrating the entire month […]
The BEST activities and places to visit with teens & tweens in Adelaide
When the school holidays roll around or there’s a free weekend ahead and you need to get the older kids out of the house (and off their screens!), we have the best boredom busters to help!
Take a look at our list below […]
Adelaide Farmers’ Market Guide
Farm Fresh Food Markets! What’s not to love about fresh produce, interesting people and supporting your local community?
South Australia has SO many good markets it’s almost impossible to know them all. There may be one located nearby or you may enjoy an early morning outing to explore one out of town.
From the city’s Adelaide […]
