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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.
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 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. Oaks on Market 5 nights from 620 per person  Oaks on Market is centrally located Melbourne accommodation, offering easy access to Melbourne's attractions: shopping, theatres, dining and entertainment, as well as proximity to the legal and financial precincts.Oaks On Market comprises 280 luxuriously appointed Studio, 1 and 2 bedroom fully self-contained apartments. All rooms have brand new 32-inch flat screen TVs, sofas and contemporary artwork. Some rooms have views over the Yarra River and guests can also enjoy individual stereo systems, climate control, access to the indoor heated lap pool, fully equipped gym, spa and sauna. The 3 state of the art conference rooms and al-fresco courtyard can cater for events of up to 250 people. There are two licensed restaurants: Alexi's on Market and R2 Restaurant & Bar which provide delicious dining options for hotel clients and the general public. Alexi's Restaurant is located on ground level adjacent to the Reception, seats up to 80 patrons and has a private section known as the 'Chef's Table' which seats up to 8 patrons, ideal for private entertaining. Learn more about Oaks on Market 267 apartments Restaurant and bar/lounge Indoor pool Breakfast available Fitness center Sauna Steam room Spa tub Room service Babysitting Conference center Terrace 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. Breakfree Adelaide 5 nights from 665 per person  BreakFree Adelaide offers business and leisure travellers serviced studios, one or two bedroom apartments situated in Adelaide's contemporary West End. Guests will enjoy comfortable accommodation in well-appointed, spacious apartments which include modern amenities and a range of premier guest facilities. BreakFree Adelaide is located close to the Central Business District of Adelaide and a range of local transport options. For leisure travellers with the time to explore the many delights on offer in Adelaide, which is known locally as the city of churches, take advantage of the 'City Free Bus' that stops directly outside the Hotel. Alternatively many local attractions can be reached on foot including the colourful arts district, Adelaide Convention Centre, Casino and popular shopping destination of Rundle Mall. BreakFree Adelaide is within close proximity to a choice of tempting restaurants as well as bars and clubs with a glamorous nightlife. Learn more about Breakfree Adelaide 142 smoke-free apartments Daily housekeeping Fitness center Self parking UNESCO Sustainable Property 24-hour front desk Front-desk safe Laundry service Self-serve laundry Multilingual staff Free newspapers in the lobby Luggage storage 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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