Destination Blog

Words by: Sue Moffitt 2021Darwin and the Top End has two seasons, the wet season and the Dry. Unlike most other parts of Australia it’s the dry season (the winter) that many locals and visitors crave for. The weather is perfect – clear blue skies, no rain, cool nights and hot days. Living and playing outdoors is the way to go.Normally the dry season arrives gradually but this year we seem to have switched suddenly from cloudy, stormy skies and lots of rain to cool mornings with lots of sunshine. Outdoor attractions have already opened their doors, dry season markets are about to start and we, like lots of others, are planning our next camping trip.My blog this month focuses on the outdoor lifestyle that kicks off Darwin in the Dry. So here goes:

Looking for something to do around Darwin with the Kids this Tropical Summer, but not sure what’s around? No need to stress, Tourism Top End have you covered with things to keep the kids busy for days, with activities like fish-feeding, kart hire, animal encounters and so much more…

Words by: Sue Moffitt 2020

Just an hour from Darwin, the Peninsula Way region spans a westerly route off the Stuart Highway encompassing Berry Springs, Dundee Beach and Mandorah. A drive perfect for the family, you will find an abundance of things to see and do from a visit to a wildlife park, barramundi fishing, natural springs, authentic NT pubs and local home-made mango ice-cream.

Published 2018Spend a weekend in Litchfield National Park exploring one waterfall to the next.

1. Territory Wildlife Park