Best Days With Dad

Behind The Platform

About Best Days With Dad

A community-powered directory built on the belief that parenting adventures are best navigated with reliable logistics and shared experience.

How It Started

My journey into fatherhood began in 2013. By the time I was 28, I was a dad of three, navigating the high-energy, high-logistics reality of raising young kids. Like every parent, I wanted to give my children memorable experiences, but I quickly realised how frustrating it was to find dependable, parent-focused details beyond simple address pins and glossy promo photos.

In 2019, life transitioned into a 50/50 co-parenting arrangement. This shift fundamentally changed how I planned my time. With dedicated weekends to build lasting memories, every hour counted. I needed to know—before loading up the car—whether a venue was worth the drive, if it worked for a solo parent juggling different age groups, and where the critical facilities actually were.

I didn't need another generic travel blog; I needed a system. What started as a personal checklist evolved into the structured, searchable engine you see today.

Built by Parents, for Parents

While Best Days With Dad began as a personal field guide, it has grown into something much bigger: a collaborative directory powered by local families across Adelaide and beyond.

No single parent can visit every hidden playground, nature track, or weekend activity. By opening our doors to community submissions and verified local insights, we make sure local families always have access to real, honest, and up-to-date recommendations.

• Logistics First: We prioritise the essentials parents actually care about—fenced perimeters, shade coverage, toilet facilities, nearby coffee, and parking ease.
• Smart % Match Search: Filter spots instantly against your family's exact needs on the day, whether you require wheelchair accessibility or a fully fenced playground.
• Community Contributed: Parents across our community contribute their own secret spots, outing photos, and pro-tips directly through our submission engine.
• Budget Transparency: From free council parks and nature trails to ticketed day trips, we keep costs clear so you can plan without financial surprises.
• Child Privacy: We protect the next generation. Reviews and community submissions focus on facilities, layout, and parental experience rather than putting children's digital footprints on display.

Play At Home & Community Directory

Adventure isn't restricted by distance or weather. For rainy afternoons or low-key weekends, our "Play At Home" guides offer low-cost, high-engagement ideas. Meanwhile, our community directory continues to expand, giving parents an honest, boots-on-the-ground playbook wherever they live.

Our Quality Standard

Every review and community submission published on this site is reviewed through one primary lens: utility over fluff. We don't just share that a place exists—we ensure families know how it genuinely functions when you arrive with children in tow.

We’re here to help you spend less time scrolling, less time guessing, and more time having those "Best Days" together.

Enjoy the adventure,

Adam

Founder & Community Host, Best Days With Dad