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Best Time of Year to Visit AustraliaExplore > Travel Planning Articles > Best Time of Year to Visit AustraliaDate published: 2023-05-07
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Australia is enormous, with a wide range of climates. The northern states are typically warm year-round, while the southern states have cooler winters. December to February is summer; March to May is autumn; June to August is winter; and September to November is spring. Best Western Bakery Hill Motel Ballarat 5 nights from 460 per person  Stay at this Ballarat motel located in the Ballarat CBD on historic Bakery Hill and only a short distance to Sovereign Hill, Lake Wendouree and Botanical Gardens.Welcome to the Best Western Bakery Hill Motel, central to all theatres, entertainment venues and restaurants in Ballarat. Stay in comfort in our 100% non-smoking rooms featuring queen size beds, cable TV and high speed Internet access. This Ballarat motel also offers room service and a la carte breakfast. Guests staying at the Best Western Bakery Hill Motel will be able to discover Ballarat's unique heritage in tourist attractions such as the gold mining town on Buninyong, the Eureka Trail, Sovereign Hill, "Battle of the Southern Cross" and the Mining Exchange. Stay to enjoy the region's award winning wines or head to the nearby Pyrenees and Grampians wine regions. For superior customer service and a convenient location in Ballarat, make a reservation at Best Western Bakery Hill Motel today and save! Features: The BEST WESTERN Bakery Hill Motel offers spacious and quality accommodation, together with friendly assistance from our most co-operative staff. • Centrally located but quiet • 14 luxury units with queen size beds • Ground floor accommodation • All facilities • Whisper quiet heating and air-conditioning • Continental breakfast • Full Room Service • A selection of restaurants including McDonalds and Pizza Hut available across the road from the motel • Electric blanket, tea and coffee facilities provided • High speed internet access Amenities 100% Non-Smoking Air-conditioned Rooms Cable or Satellite TV - Free FREE Internet Free Wi-fi Onsite Parking Onsite Parking - Free Physically Challenged Facilities Restaurant Nearby Safe Deposit Box Wi-fi Learn more about Best Western Bakery Hill Motel Ballarat Daily housekeeping Room service Air conditioning Self-serve laundry Luggage storage Limited hour front desk Typical airfares from LAX to Sydney, AustraliaAirfares vary by season, but also day of week, and are definitely affected by holidays.
The chart above shows the typical minimum and maximum fares for a economy class ticket from Los Angeles (LAX) to Sydney (SYD), by month.
Crowne Plaza Hunter Valley 5 nights from 715 per person  Welcome to the Crowne Plaza Hunter Valley hotel, your private space for successful business and soothing retreats in wine country.Crowne Plaza Hunter Valley is in the heart of Australia's oldest wine region, and our bright Lobby seems to have been carved from its hills and vineyards. After your check-in, you can explore our landscaped grounds or celebrate your arrival with a Hunter vintage in the Vista Lounge. You'll find Crowne Plaza Hunter Valley on Wine Country Drive in Lovedale, 8km north of Cessnock. We're 2 hours from Sydney and 1 hour from Newcastle Airport. Leave your car in our complimentary car park and let our Concierge arrange transport to the Tyrrell's, Waverly, Brokenwood, Pepper Tree or Petersons wineries, all within 8km of your hotel. Our event packages make it easy to stage celebrations and conferences. The complimentary kids' club will entertain the children while you sharpen your swing with the PGA pro at Hunter Valley Golf Club or head to Tea Tree Spa for luxurious treatments. We'll help to combine your stay with Hunter Valley activities, so you can toast business success at a cellar door or savour the view from a hot air balloon. Saddle up to explore the Brokenback Mountains or discover our signature dishes on Redsalt's tasting menu. With so much to do at Crowne Plaza Hunter Valley, you'll look forward to your return before you even arrive. Ideal for romantic getaways, family accommodation and everything in between With 316 spacious and stylish guestrooms to choose from, Crowne Plaza Hunter Valley offers a wide range of accommodation options to meet the needs of every guest. Each room boasts modern furnishing, spacious bathroom with full sized bath and separate shower, high speed Wi-fi access and plasma TV. Step out onto your private balcony or courtyard and enjoy views of the vineyards, scenic golf course or sparkling resort pool. Romantic Getaway Planning a romantic weekend getaway for two? The Hunter Valley is the premier romantic destination in NSW. Make the most of your stay with wine tasting, a luxury treatment at the Tea Tree Day Spa, or a round of golf. Cuddle up to your loved one in a romantic Deluxe Room or luxurious Suite with our dedicated 'Special Moments' couples package. With our fine Villa dining options or healthy Body and Soul in-room dining menu you won't have to go anywhere, except perhaps to Tea Tree Spa if you both need a little extra spoiling. Family Accommodation If you're looking for family friendly accommodation in the Hunter Valley, Crowne Plaza Hunter Valley offers self-contained, serviced apartments with 2 and 3 bedroom villas that can offer separate bedrooms for parents and children. Being close to all the attractions and events of the Hunter Valley makes it easy for your family to get around. Our Hunter Valley hotel has great child-friendly facilities in the dedicated kidzone and our staff specialised in making the kids happy and entertained with The Water Dragons Kids Club, a fully supervised activity centre for the little ones. For parents requiring child minding outside of our Kids Club opening hours, our resort can organise a babysitter for you for a 3 hour minimum booking. Treat the family to a getaway they will always remember with our 'Family Focus' package, including accommodation, full buffet breakfast and entry to the Hunter Valley Gardens for 2 adults and 2 children. Small Groups Accommodation For groups, colleagues or friends travelling together, Crowne Plaza Hunter Valley offers the perfect mix of Hunter Valley accommodation and activities for small groups. Our resort is located right in the centre of all the major Hunter Valley attractions with a range of accommodation options from Deluxe Rooms, Suites to contained apartments with 2 or 3 bedrooms. Whether you are arranging a pampering hen's spa experience, a lad's golf weekend, or a group of friends taking advantage of one of the great concerts in the vines, take the hard work out of your weekend and let the concierge team manage activities like group tours of the vineyards, tasting our hand-brewed beers at the Lovedale Brewery, Tea Tree Spa specials and golf bookings. Learn more about Crowne Plaza Hunter Valley Winery Golf course Restaurant and bar/lounge Full-service spa 2 outdoor pools Free water park Breakfast available 3 outdoor tennis courts Health club Sauna Steam room Spa tub Best time of year to go to different parts of Australia Photo courtesy Jon Haase.
Sydney, in New South Wales, is in Australia's temperate zone. The Great Dividing Range is a major climate factor, as it creates 4 distinct zones: the coastal strip, the highlands, the Western Slopes and the flat countryside to the west. Sydney typically sees about 340 sunny days a year, with humidity in summer around 65%. Pictured above is the famous Sydney Opera House.
Tasmania, the island southeast of the main continent, the climate is mild and temperate. With no part of the island more than about 75 miles from the water, the ocean has a big effect on the climate. Because it's much farther from the equator than the rest of Australia, the seasons are more distinct. January and February are pretty dry, with temperatures averaging about 70F. See the Australia tourism website for a detailed description of the seasons in Australia. Oaks on Market 5 nights from 620 per person  Oaks on Market is centrally located Melbourne accommodation, offering easy access to Melbourne's attractions: shopping, theatres, dining and entertainment, as well as proximity to the legal and financial precincts.Oaks On Market comprises 280 luxuriously appointed Studio, 1 and 2 bedroom fully self-contained apartments. All rooms have brand new 32-inch flat screen TVs, sofas and contemporary artwork. Some rooms have views over the Yarra River and guests can also enjoy individual stereo systems, climate control, access to the indoor heated lap pool, fully equipped gym, spa and sauna. The 3 state of the art conference rooms and al-fresco courtyard can cater for events of up to 250 people. There are two licensed restaurants: Alexi's on Market and R2 Restaurant & Bar which provide delicious dining options for hotel clients and the general public. Alexi's Restaurant is located on ground level adjacent to the Reception, seats up to 80 patrons and has a private section known as the 'Chef's Table' which seats up to 8 patrons, ideal for private entertaining. Learn more about Oaks on Market 267 apartments Restaurant and bar/lounge Indoor pool Breakfast available Fitness center Sauna Steam room Spa tub Room service Babysitting Conference center Terrace Storms in AustraliaIn Cairns, on the coast of Queensland, tropical cyclones can occur sometimes between November and May. Around Alice Springs and Ayers Rock, you can see thunderstorms, hail and dust storms in the spring months. In Western Australia, tropical cyclones can occur between November and April--most commonly though in January and February. Quality Inn Presidential Motel Mount Gambier 5 nights from 415 per person  Situated midway between Melbourne and Adelaide, Mount Gambier is the regional centre of the Limestone Coast Region in South East South Australia. It is the perfect base to take in the natural beauty of the Limestone Coast Region - there are numerous easy day trips in this region which is rich with attractions and experiences.The city is set on the slopes of an extinct volcano with it's most famous attraction the mysterious Blue Lake which under goes a dramatic colour change from deep grey to bright blue each summer and boasts beautiful parks and gardens, caves and sinkholes to explore. Learn more about Quality Inn Presidential Motel Mount Gambier Daily housekeeping Near the beach Restaurant and bar/lounge Breakfast available Fitness center Room service Conference center 3 meeting rooms Garden Front-desk safe ATM/banking services Laundry service Airfare and Resort PricesHigh season is from about Christmas through the end of January, when children are on their summer holidays, and the popular resorts fill up with the locals. In the north, June through August is peak season as Australians from the southern areas travel north to escape winter. Typically the airlines will discount airfares April through June. Water temperature, SCUBA diving and surfing in AustraliaOn the Great Barrier Reef, you can dive year-round, although the best conditions for diving are from late August to early December. For liveaboard diving, the best time to go is July through November. In the Coral Sea, the visibility is best in June and in September. If you want to see the Minke whales, they're seen mostly from June to August. From April through June, the whale sharks can be seen near Ningaloo, in Western Australia. Australia Tourism has an excellent reference on dive locations and regions here. How we work with you to plan the perfect trip:
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