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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. The Sydney Boulevard Hotel 5 nights from 1,185 per person  The Sydney Boulevard Hotel is a 4 star Harbour View hotel in Sydney, Australia. This luxury hotel offers 270 guest rooms with stunning views of the picturesque Sydney Harbour & skyline.Centrally located to Sydney's Central Business District, attractions, shopping, dining and entertainment districts The Sydney Boulevard Hotel is the perfect destination for business meetings, leisure or a short getaway. Treat yourself to stunning views of the picturesque Sydney, Australia city skyline and harbour while basking in world-class hospitality and service. Whatever your needs, The Sydney Boulevard Hotel is committed to providing an unsurpassed level of service, every time. With a 4-star rating, The Sydney Boulevard Hotel, located in Sydney CBD, is renowned for its refinement and its friendly, personalized service and touch. Boasting a guest list of high profile personalities, the hotel continues to attract a wide variety of clientele who seek comfort with style. Our elegantly appointed hotel accommodations are at the heart of The Sydney Boulevard Hotel experience in Sydney. Many of our 270 rooms and suites have views of Sydney Harbour and Opera House that are simply unmatched elsewhere. Each is a private sanctuary that combines all the functionality and amenities a visitor-on-the go could ever require. Our Sydney Harbour hotel accommodations are spacious and meet the needs and preferences of both Leisure and Corporate guests. The Hotel also has a well-defined non-smoking policy, laid down in line with the regulations of NSW Health and Authority. Experience the warm infusions created by the Chefs at The Sydney Boulevard Hotel, specifically for our restaurants in Sydney Harbour. The wide menu selection is matched with our hand-picked wine list. The Vard Espresso Bar & Restaurant offers a relaxed modern feel with an eye catching view of Sydney, Australia's vibrant streets and surroundings, whilst Seasons Café delights with the warms servings of buffet breakfast and corporate lunches. As one of the few hotels with free WiFi in Sydney, The Sydney Boulevard Hotel is proud to offer throughout the hotel a secured and free wireless internet access. Jump online anytime, anywhere! You can now keep in touch with friends and family, or even take care of business at your convenience for the whole duration of your stay with us. Available everywhere, from the Lobby, to Seasons Cafe, even by the 24th Floor Gymnasium, Sauna & Steam Shower Room! The Sydney Boulevard Hotel is proud to be the first hotel of its kind in Sydney to offer Spinway's bike rental solution, Australia's first high tech bike sharing company changing the way people travel around town. It provides a fully automatic helmet solution for Australia's compulsory helmet laws. Learn more about The Sydney Boulevard Hotel 24-hour front desk Concierge services Tour/ticket assistance Dry cleaning/laundry services Free newspapers in lobby Luggage storage Wedding services 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.
Pullman Reef Hotel Casino 5 nights from 1,290 per person  Welcome to the Pullman Reef Hotel Casino, the successful winner of the "Best Deluxe Hotel Accommodation 5 Star+" award at the 2008 QHA Awards of Excellence.The Pullman Reef Hotel Casino complex is a world of fun, food and entertainment. It boasts one of Australia's finest boutique casinos, a multitude of dining experiences and bars, extensive conference and banqueting facilities, elite entertainment in Vertigo or the Casino Sportz Arena and the luxurious five star Pullman Hotel with 128 beautifully appointed rooms. Nestled alongside Trinity Inlet, the five star Pullman Hotel is tropical North Queensland's most prestigious hotel. The cool and stylish lobby provides a glimpse of the simple elegance of the hotel, which is also reflected in the 128 luxuriously appointed rooms. The rooms and suites are unmistakably Tropical North Queensland style with plantation shutters and light timbers. Each room has its own spa bath and private garden balcony overlooking the city or water views. Hotel facilities include a rooftop swimming pool, sauna and a gymnasium. There are a variety of conference and function rooms available as well as a fully equipped business centre. The hotel is a short walk from the Cairns Convention Centre and the popular Cairns Esplanade. Learn more about Pullman Cairns Reef Casino Located in the heart of the city, the Pullman Reef Hotel Casino overlooks Trinity Bay and the departure point for the Great Barrier Reef. The 128 luxuriously appointed rooms and suites are unmistakably Tropical North Queensland style with plantation shutters and light timbers. Each has a spa bath and walk in shower and private garden balcony with city or water views. Enjoy innovative and award-winning contemporary fusion cuisine in Tamarind, or dine at one of the three other restaurants and bars. Hotel facilities include a rooftop swimming pool, sauna, gym, the Cairns Wildlife Dome, bar and live entertainment. 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. Orpheus Island Resort 5 nights from 6,875 per person  Orpheus is a Queensland Island ResortLocated amidst the magical waters of the Great Barrier Reef, Orpheus is a secluded island hideaway accommodating just 28 indulged guests. Located just 80km north of Townsville, amidst the magical waters of the Great Barrier Reef, the island stretches across 11km of immaculate turquoise coastline, and comprises of a pristine National Park and surrounding World Heritage-listed Marine Park. Access is either via a 30 minute helicopter journey from Townsville, or a 1.5 journey from Cairns. Orpheus showcases a plethora of once in a lifetime experiences! Its principal dive sites boast 1,100 of the 1,500 species of fish on the reef; the local waters are a fisherman's playground and home to the most sought after reef fish species in the world; and guests can take the helm of a motorised dingy complete with gourmet picnic hamper and discover the many pristine coves and reefs that fringe Orpheus. Alternatively, Orpheus provides the perfect backdrop for a more private interlude if guests wish to simply relax and succumb to a unique indigenous-inspired treatment at the Gwandalan Day Spa. Perfect as a holiday destination, a picturesque wedding setting, or booked in its entirety for exclusive use, Orpheus is very much a secret to the outside world and offers guests the ultimate in tropical escapism. Learn more about Orpheus Island Resort Free breakfast Pool Free WiFi Airport transfer Non-smoking Air conditioning 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. Travelodge Docklands 5 nights from 505 per person  Travelodge Docklands is our newest Melbourne hotel which recently opened in February 2010 and is located right in the new Docklands waterfront precinct in the heart of Melbourne. Travelodge Docklands provides the perfect base for you to explore all of Melbourne's exciting attractions including the Melbourne Cricket Ground, Crown Casino, Melbourne Aquarium, Rod Laver Arena and the Melbourne Exhibition Centre. The hotel is only minutes to Etihad Stadium giving you access to some of the greatest AFL and sporting matches Melbourne has on offer. Travelodge Docklands provides fabulous public transport options with Southern Cross Station located adjacent to Docklands. Learn more about Travelodge Docklands Self parking 2 meeting rooms 24-hour front desk Snack bar/deli Laundry service Self-serve laundry Conference space Concierge services Luggage storage Tour/ticket assistance 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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