Need expert help?
Piper is the founder of honeymoon specialty travel company Remarkable Honeymoons, and an award-winning agent with almost 30 years experience.
She's a Virtuoso agent, and winner of WeddingWire's Couples Choice awards every year from 2014-2022.
She is well versed in international travel after having visited dozens of countries in her career, and also through her studies abroad living in both Mexico and France. From the Orient Express, to tenting in Nepal, to flying the Concord, she's had many wonderful travel experiences.
|
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.
Skip to:
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. Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort Gold Coast 5 nights from 875 per person  As the Gold Coast's only 5 star beachfront resort, we welcome you to experience the newly refurbished Sheraton Mirage Resort & Spa. Fronting 27 kilometres of World famous Gold Coast beaches, the new look Sheraton includes 295 refurbished rooms and suites, accommodation corridors, lobby, reception desk, guest lifts, Port Cochere, hotel entry, pool area landscaping, Terraces Restaurant and Pearls Bar. Our rooms boast spaciousness and comfort starting at 43sqm and feature, resort, lagoon or ocean views. The Sheraton Mirage caters to a variety of tastes through its award winning restaurants and bars, fully serviced gym, day spa, tennis courts, resort pool and extensive business, meeting and conference facilities. Sheraton Mirage is located between the majestic Pacific Ocean, spectacular Southport Broadwater and a short drive to vibrant Surfers Paradise. Learn more about Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort Gold Coast Housekeeping (on request) Private beach Restaurant and 2 bars/lounges Outdoor pool Breakfast available Fitness center Beach towels Self parking Children's pool Pool bar Swim-up bar Room service 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.
The Louise 5 nights from 3,635 per person  The Louise, an idyllic luxury vineyard retreat, encompassing acclaimed restaurant Appellation, is situated on a gentle hill surrounded by hundreds of acres of vines, with breathtaking vistas across the world renowned Barossa Valley. Just fifteen luxuriously appointed suites, each with its own terrace, are sited to provide guests with complete privacy. The look is soft contemporary, with inspired design and artworks a focus in every suite.Understated elegance, contemporary design and exquisite surrounds greet you at The Louise. Relax in spacious comfort, experience pure indulgent luxury and sophisticated design whilst enjoying food and wine that compliments the picturesque surrounds. Here at The Louise we want to make your stay as relaxing as possible, offering you complete privacy and breathing space. For those of you venturing out and about, our professional, attentive staff at The Louise have excellent local knowledge about Barossa wineries, specialist private tastings and touring options such as hot air ballooning, private guides and heritage sites. With special arrangements specifically developed for our guests with premium winemakers, and other attractions and businesses in the Barossa, The Louise can open the door to the essence of the Barossa experience and lifestyle. Home to more than one hundred wineries and over seventy premium and boutique cellar doors, the Barossa region showcases world class wine tasting and memorable food and wine experiences. Numerous private tastings and winemaker introductions may be arranged for guests of The Louise. Enjoyable diversions include hot air ballooning, scenic helicopter rides, cycling, hiking, a relaxing massage, the acclaimed Barossa Farmers' Market, Breakfast with the Kangaroos, and much more. Just over one hour from Adelaide, The Louise is the food + wine + luxury accommodation destination for discerning travellers to Australia's most highly regarded wine region. Learn more about The Louise 1076 sq ft Free WiFi Free breakfast Half board Free self parking Sleeps 3 1 King Bed 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. The Sebel Suites Brisbane 5 nights from 4,444 per person  For elegant Brisbane hotel accommodation, look no further than The Sebel Suites Brisbane with its distinctive boutique style Brisbane accommodation and newly refurbished guestrooms.The Sebel Suites Brisbane hotel features 164 fully refurbished Brisbane studio rooms, one bedroom apartments and two bedroom apartments, along with all the guest services you have come to expect of an International hotel, as well as some self-catering conveniences unique to apartment-style accommodation. The hotel's recreation deck has a heated lap pool, sauna and gymnasium with spectacular views of the city skyline. Learn more about The Sebel Suites Brisbane Daily housekeeping Near the beach Restaurant and bar/lounge Outdoor pool Breakfast available WiFi in the lobby Fitness center Sauna Valet parking Self parking Children's pool Room service 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. Fairmont Resort Blue Mountains MGallery by Sofitel 5 nights from 755 per person  Relax, explore and engage your senses at the Fairmont Resort Blue Mountains. Located just 90 minutes west of Sydney in the World Heritage-listed Blue Mountains, it features 222 comfortable rooms and 15 flexible event spaces, indoor and outdoor pool, tennis courts, gymnasium, billiards room, three kids games rooms and five stunning onsite dining locations. Enjoy scenic walking tracks along Australian bushland, golf at the adjacent Leura Golf Course or attractions such as Leura Village and Wentworth Falls.Guests looking for hotels in the Blue Mountains should look no further than Fairmont Resort Blue Mountains. With its spectacular location within the Jamison Valley, the hotel offers guests access to the many wonders of this beautiful region. Guests stayin g at this exceptional Blue Mountains hotel can take a Segway tour, play a round or two at Leura Golf Course or explore the charming villages in the area. There are plenty of walks, or for those seeking adventure, try canyoning, abseiling or rock climbing. Learn more about Fairmont Resort Blue Mountains MGallery by Sofitel Daily housekeeping 3 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges Full-service spa Indoor pool and outdoor pool Breakfast available WiFi in the lobby 2 outdoor tennis courts Fitness center Sauna Spa tub Room service Coffee shop/cafe 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:
Map of all resorts in Australia |
|
