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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
Ayers Rock, photo courtesy Pete Edgeler on Flickr.
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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. Clarion Suites Gateway 5 nights from 570 per person  Clarion Suites Gateway provides comfortable Melbourne lodging for all travel, from important business meetings to family getaways on the banks of the Yarra River. From stunning contemporary décor to the friendly, helpful service of our staff, travelers of all ages are sure to find delight at our hotel in Melbourne, Australia. <b>Accommodation</b> Available in studio, one-, two-and, three- bedroom suites, accommodations at Clarion Suites Gateway offer a cozy, quiet reprieve from a day well spent. Spread out in our spacious rooms and suites and enjoy soft linens, 24-hour room service, and more. <b>Services & Amenities</b> Offering four-and-a-half star service with a smile, the staff at Clarion Suites Gateway can assist you with anything you may need during your visit. Enjoy an indoor heated swimming pool, sun deck, broadband Internet connection, complimentary off-site gym access, onsite dining at William's Bar & Café, and more during your stay. <b>Location</b> Just steps from the Yarra River, Clarion Suites Gateway offers stunning river views from our comfortable guestrooms and suites. Located in the heart of Melbourne's Central Business District, Clarion Suites Gateway is within minutes of the Crown Entertainment Complex, Melbourne Aquarium, world-class shopping, exciting sporting arenas, and important area businesses. <b>Dining</b> William's Bar & Café offers something for every taste. Open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, our onsite dining will leave you feeling satisfied. <b>Attractions</b> From traveling with children to jetsetting for business, all visitors love Clarion Suites Gateway's close proximity to the best attractions. Minutes from sporting arenas, the Crown Casino & Entertainment Complex, Southgate dining and shopping, and more, there is never a lack of activities during your stay. Learn more about Clarion Suites Gateway Daily housekeeping Indoor pool Self parking 24-hour room service 24-hour business center Terrace 24-hour front desk Computer station Front-desk safe Laundry service Self-serve laundry Multilingual staff 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.
Sofitel Melbourne on Collins 5 nights from 1,090 per person  Melbourne. The world's most liveable city. An international destination of 19th century grandeur renowned for its vibrant cultural life, leading events and festivals, sport and racing, high fashion and dining.In its very centre, beautiful Collins Street, a tree lined boulevard of grand heritage, international fashion houses, historic churches and magnificent theatres. Sofitel Melbourne On Collins, located at the prestigious 'Paris end' of Collins Street, provides a central address surrounded by galleries and gardens, architectural masterpieces and the city's finest attractions. Learn more about Sofitel Melbourne on Collins Daily housekeeping Restaurant and bar/lounge Breakfast available Fitness center Valet parking 24-hour room service Coffee shop/cafe 24-hour business center Conference center Business center UNESCO Sustainable Property 24-hour front desk 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. Pullman Cairns International 5 nights from 690 per person  WELCOME TO PULLMAN CAIRNS INTERNATIONAL HOTELLIVE THE EXPERIENCE OF CAIRNS The Pullman Cairns International offers you a perfect combination of comfort and convenience located in the heart of the city. With its close proximity to the fleet terminal our hotel is of the best location while exploring the World famous Great Barrier Reef and other nearby attractions. Pullman Cairns International is just 8 kilometers from the domestic and international airports and closest to the Cairns Convention Centre. This unique 5-star hotel in Cairns city reflects the ambience and spirit of Far North Queensland and exudes the architectural style and grandeur of the city centre’s rich colonial past. Enjoy a relaxing treatment and harmonize your soul at Vie Spa and dine on the best local seafood in Coco's Restaurant. Learn more about Pullman Cairns International Daily housekeeping Near the beach Restaurant and bar/lounge Full-service spa Outdoor pool Breakfast available 24-hour fitness center Self parking Spa tub Room service 11 meeting rooms UNESCO Sustainable Property 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. Thala Beach Nature Reserve 5 nights from 1,715 per person  Thala Beach Nature Reserve is located on a private headland between Cairns and Port Douglas, Australia. Deluxe eco accommodation options are sensitively positioned amongst the resort’s 145 acre property. Complimentary experiences are provided for our guests including nature/wildlife walks, star gazing nights, Coconut Odyssey tour and specialist talks from local experts. Guests and visitors alike are invited to dine in the treetops at our popular Ospreys Restaurant. Come stay with us! It is one of the world's most beautiful private beach locations.The story of the natural history of Australia is unique and Thala nurtures this environment. Grass Trees sprout along pathways, their scaly black trunks topped with tufted grassy headdresses, stunted reminders of a land long ago. Slate paving, cut from a nearby quarry, show glimpses of Gondwana in fossils over 400 million years old. The main building at this Port Douglas retreat is designed to embrace all the elements of the tropics. Built from local timbers, it is open and spacious, allowing the cool sea breezes to flow. The polished timber reflects the warm sun of the tropics by day and the soft flicker of lamp light by night. Birds are a constant source of entertainment with Lorikeets, Sun Birds and Honey Eaters taking advantage of the high ceilings to swoop through the dining room and bar. Kookaburras watch quizzically from nearby trees. Learn more about Thala Beach Nature Reserve Set on over 140 acres of native forest and boasting a private beach, Thala Beach Nature Reserve is an Eco-friendly wildlife retreat. Sitting spectacularly atop a headland with breathtaking vistas, this secluded offers magnificent views of the sparkling Coral Sea. 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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