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There are literally hundreds of caravan parks around Australia and , with the increasing popularity of caravanning , the competition between caravan parks and other forms of free or low-cost camping has never been more intense . For caravan parks to be successful , they need to offer something more than just a powerpoint and a patch of dirt .

We have been travelling around Australia for the last 2.5 years and , during that time , we ’ ve visited many caravan parks . While some are better than others , we have noticed that many caravan parks have been renovated or are in the process of improving their facilities .

That said , some of our favourite caravan

parks offer more than just a nice new toilet block . Some provide a unique and very special experience for their visitors . Here , we will share the parks we feel offer visitors something different and special .

CAIRNS COCONUT HOLIDAY PARK

LOCATION : FAR NORTH QUEENSLAND

If you ’ re travelling to Cairns and looking for somewhere to stay , check out Cairns Coconut Holiday Park . In our opinion , it is one of the most impressive caravan parks available .

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