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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. Shantara Resort & Spa Port Douglas 5 nights from 1,325 per person  Shantara Resort & Spa Port Douglas Accommodation is a contemporary, small boutique, resort-style complex offering up-market self-contained Port Douglas apartment accommodation with personalized service in a friendly and relaxed environment. Shantara is a 5 star rated Port Douglas holiday apartment complex.Located 400 meters to Port Douglas' famous Four Mile Beach with its palm fringed beach, relax or swim in the warm calm waters. Take a stroll to Macrossan Street (400metres) that offers an array of trendy gourmet restaurants, cafes and boutique shopping to suit all tastes. Shantara Resort & Spa Port Douglas accommodation offers you a choice of spacious studio rooms or large comfortable one bedroom self-contained apartments, with either an outdoor Jacuzzi in a private courtyard or direct pool access. 2 bedroom apartments are also available on request. Shantara is an adult haven, ideal for couples looking for a tranquil and relaxing getaway, we welcome teenagers over the age of 16 years. Learn more about Shantara Resort & Spa Port Douglas 54 smoke-free apartments Daily housekeeping Near the beach Full-service spa 2 outdoor pools Fitness center Beach towels Airport shuttle Area shuttle Terrace Air conditioning Garden 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.
Mantra Trilogy 5 nights from 640 per person  Accommodation perfect for a Far North Queensland holiday, Mantra Trilogy is located on the Cairns Esplanade on the door step of a variety of the areas greatest attractions. Within minutes walking distance to some of Cairns best restaurants, the Reef Casino, Cairns Central Shopping Mall or the newly developed Cairns Lagoon, our Esplanade Cairns accommodation ensures you will never be short of things to do.Each of our 230 rooms are fresh and comfortably furnished with spacious balconies and some with ocean views. Mantra Trilogy offers hotel rooms or one, two and three bedroom apartments each fully air-conditioned to fight the heat and our Cairns accommodation have the added convenience of fully equipped kitchen and laundry facilities. Onsite guests can laze on the sun deck by our beautiful resort style pool overlooking the ocean. Take advantage of our location by catching a charter boat out to the reef which departs from Cairns Marina daily which is just a short walk down the Esplanade from the hotel. Learn more about Mantra Trilogy 222 smoke-free apartments Weekly housekeeping Outdoor pool Fitness center Children's pool Room service Airport shuttle UNESCO Sustainable Property Terrace 24-hour front desk Air conditioning Garden 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. Kewarra Beach Resort & Spa 5 nights from 1,290 per person  A romantic nature resort and spa on the beaches of the Great Barrier Reef.The resort accommodation at Kewarra Beach Resort and Spa is unique, exclusive and special. Beautifully appointed individual deluxe bungalows and spacious suites are discretely situated throughout the 30 hectares of lush tropical gardens. Arrive in Cairns and relax in beach front resort accommodation nestled between the Great Barrier Reef and the pristine tropical rainforests of North Queensland. At Kewarra Beach Resort and Spa you will enjoy private beach front accommodation or deluxe rainforest nature accommodation in a beautiful tranquil environment that reflects the very essence of tropical Australia. We are the only private beach resort spa of this kind within easy reach of Cairns, Palm Cove and Port Douglas, and we pride ourselves on being ranked #1 on Trip Advisor for the Cairns district in Queensland Australia. We look forward with great pleasure to welcoming you soon to our tropical paradise. Learn more about Kewarra Beach Resort & Spa A secluded tropical hideaway in North Queensland set on 38 acres of lush botanical gardens this private beachfront resort provides the ultimate Australian vacation experience. 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. 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 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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