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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. Hunter Valley Resort 5 nights from 625 per person  The Hunter Resort is a country inn, or lodge nestled within its own 40 year old shiraz vineyards on 70 secluded acres in the very heart of the famous Hunter Valley Wine Country.It offers comfortable 4 star accommodation for families, groups or individuals. We have 4 styles of accommodation - our Hunter Rooms and Vineyard Rooms are close to the centre of the action near the pool, reception and other facilities. We also have Spa Cottage Rooms designed for that romantic weekend or midweek break - equipped with a 2-person spa separate shower, kitchenette and are very private. There is also a spacious 2 Bedroom Cottage which is ideal for family groups and able to accommodate up to 6 people. Spa: Sally Margan's Heavenly Hunter at Hunter Valley Resort is a Hawaiian Temple Style & Lomi Lomi Massage, Therapeutic massage for your body, mind and soul. Ka Huna Bodywork – A truly unique massage where the therapist uses flowing movements of their hands, forearms and elbows, working with energy and music while applying soft and deep tissue massage. This beautiful massage provides a holistic approach to healing by balancing the body-mind in its physical, emotional and spiritual dimensions. Heartworks Lomi Lomi – A flowing Hawaiian style massage. Excellent for stimulating the lymphatic, immune, circulatory, respiratory, muscular and digestive systems, opening the heart and releasing stress. Learn more about Hunter Valley Resort Daily housekeeping Winery 2 restaurants and bar/lounge Full-service spa Outdoor pool Breakfast available WiFi in the lobby Outdoor tennis court Children's pool Room service Coffee shop/cafe Massage/treatment rooms 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.
Castaways Resort & Spa Mission Beach 5 nights from 620 per person  Newly refurbished Castaways Resort & Spa is your absolute beachfront escape. Bound by the Great Barrier Reef and the World Heritage listed Wet Tropics Rainforest, Castaways Resort & Spa is the perfect destination for couples, families with children and groups traveling together. Click on the images in the right hand columns for stunning high definition videos of Castaways Resort & Spa, the beach directly in front of the resort and a secluded rainforest swimming area and walking trails just 6km from the resort.Learn more about Castaways Resort & Spa Mission Beach Daily housekeeping On the beach Restaurant and bar/lounge Full-service spa 2 outdoor pools Breakfast available Fitness center Free beach club on site Beach umbrellas Beach sun loungers Beach towels Beach bar 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. Hotel Ibis World Square 5 nights from 555 per person  Hotel Ibis World Square offers Sydney accommodation perfectly located in the heart of CBD.Located right in the heart of Sydney, next to the World Square Shopping Centre, our Sydney accommodation is within an easy walk to Darling Harbour, Cockle Bay Wharf, Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre and Chinatown. The Hotel Ibis World Square is close to Sydney's shopping precincts, the Entertainment Centre, the Capitol Theatre, George Street cinema complex and many more. The Hotel Ibis World Square is also located near a variety of trendy restaurants and bars which suit for all tastes and budgets. Most importantly, these unique restaurants and bars are all within short walking distance from our Sydney accommodation offering a wide variety of choices at affordable prices. The monorail, Sydney Light Rail and Central Railway are all nearby, providing easy access within the city and beyond. The Hotel Ibis World Square is the perfect accommodation from which to explore and enjoy Sydney whether your stay is for business or pleasure. Learn more about Hotel Ibis World Square Daily housekeeping Restaurant and bar/lounge Fitness center 24-hour room service Business center UNESCO Sustainable Property 24-hour front desk Coffee/tea in a common area Front-desk safe Snack bar/deli Laundry service Self-serve laundry 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. Chifley Alice Springs Resort 5 nights from 480 per person  Chifley Alice Springs Resort combines efficient and friendly outback service with modern, comfortable facilities. Low rise architecture and lush green lawns contribute to the relaxed atmosphere of this award-winning resort, situated on the banks of the famous Todd River with its magnificent river red gums.Guests can relax in the stylish surroundings and experience sumptuous full buffet breakfast, a la carte lunches, and contemporary cuisine dinners at the Barra on Todd Restaurant. Located adjacent to the restaurant, the Barra Bar offers guests the opportunity to surf the Internet while enjoying a drink from the fine selection of beers, wines, and cocktails. The 4.5 Star resort has 139 guest rooms and hotel facilities include 24 hour reception, wireless internet access, (free around pool area, restaurant, bar and reception areas), swimming pool, guest laundry, cardio room, in-house massage rooms, restaurant, bar, and complimentary onsite parking. The hotel is only a five to ten minute walk away from the town's bustling cultural, shopping and business centre. It is a convenient pick up point for the many local sightseeing tours available in and around Alice Springs, making Chifley Alice Springs Resort the perfect base for exploring Outback attractions. Chifley Alice Springs Resort is the ideal venue, well equipped with modern conference and meeting facilities for business events, functions, launches, weddings and cocktail parties. 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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