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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
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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. Quality Inn Presidential Motel Mount Gambier 5 nights from 415 per person  Situated midway between Melbourne and Adelaide, Mount Gambier is the regional centre of the Limestone Coast Region in South East South Australia. It is the perfect base to take in the natural beauty of the Limestone Coast Region - there are numerous easy day trips in this region which is rich with attractions and experiences.The city is set on the slopes of an extinct volcano with it's most famous attraction the mysterious Blue Lake which under goes a dramatic colour change from deep grey to bright blue each summer and boasts beautiful parks and gardens, caves and sinkholes to explore. Learn more about Quality Inn Presidential Motel Mount Gambier Daily housekeeping Near the beach Restaurant and bar/lounge Breakfast available Fitness center Room service Conference center 3 meeting rooms Garden Front-desk safe ATM/banking services Laundry 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.
Novotel Rockford Darling Harbour 5 nights from 720 per person  Welcome to Sydney's Novotel Rockford Darling HarbourNovotel Sydney Rockford Darling Harbour offers 4.5 star hotel accommodation in vibrant Darling Harbour, Sydney, adjacent to Qantas Credit Union Arena (formerly the Sydney Entertainment Centre) and a short stroll to Chinatown, the Darling Quarter and Cockle Bay. Enjoy easy access to shops, museums, restaurants, bars and the attractions of Darling Harbour, including SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium, Madame Tussauds, and WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo. Centrally located in the CBD, Central and Town Hall Station are in walking distance and the lightrail is within easy reach to the hotel. We know how important it is to maintain wellbeing while travelling, so we offer 24 hour room service with healthy meal options, a complimentary in-room yoga channel with yoga mats available, an indoor heated pool as well as gymnasium. With five dedicated conference rooms for up to 120 people, each bathed in natural daylight, Novotel Rockford Darling Harbour is a perfect choice for your meeting in Sydney. For Restaurant and Dining our Heritage listed Pumphouse Bar & Restaurant features over 100 local and international craft beers from Australia and around the world and a modern Australian menu to compliment our extensive drink list. Glebe Island Convention and Exhibition Centre is only a 10 minute Ferry ride from Darling Harbour to the Glebe Island wharf. The Darling Harbour ferry stop is only a 10 minute walk from the hotel. Novotel Rockford Darling Harbour is proud to be a non-smoking hotel. Learn more about Novotel Rockford Darling Harbour The Superior King Room includes a king size bed, en suite with rain shower option, flat-screen TV and air conditioning. 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. Alassio on the Beach Palm Cove 5 nights from 1,155 per person  Alassio Palm Cove is a selection of self-contained luxury holiday apartments right on the beachfront. The apartments have been crafted around ancient melaleuca trees, coconut palms and a freeform lagoon pool.Palm shaded Mediterranean style balconies overlook the pool and Palm Cove beach. The property is located at the northern end of the beach and you will find that this part of the cove is exceptionally convenient to all of your holiday needs. You are within 5 minutes walk of great shopping, bistros, restaurants and bars ... and of course Palm Cove beach itself is right on your doorstep. Learn more about Alassio on the Beach Palm Cove Housekeeping (on request) On the beach Restaurant Outdoor pool Children's pool Spa tub Room service Coffee shop/cafe In-room childcare Airport shuttle Terrace 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. Spicers Clovelly Estate 5 nights from 1,600 per person  Hidden on a hill in the lush hinterland lies a place that is part retreat, part European estate, part luxury lodge and part home away from home. With 10 exclusive suites and the private 3 bedroom French Cottage, this is Spicers Clovelly Estate, your intimately unique Sunshine Coast hideaway.Spicers Clovelly Estate was recently voted the Best New Tourism Development at the 2010 Tourism Queensland Awards. It is also one of the Luxury Lodges of Australia and is in the same company as such other esteemed properties as Qualia, Southern Ocean Lodge, Emirates Wolgan Valley and Spicers Peak Lodge. From the moment you drive through our gates, you know you've arrived somewhere truly special. The stately 22 acres of grounds filled with grand figs, shaded jacarandas and groves of magnolias and gardenias will soon make you forget that you are just 90 minutes from Brisbane, while the stunning French-provincial architecture of the main house will not just invite you in, but tempt you to stay forever. Here, you could be in the heart of Provence instead of 30 minutes from the beaches of Noosa. An intimately unique oasis in the hinterland? Oui. Every one of Spicers Clovelly Estate's ten luxurious suites has been designed with comfort as the first priority. From beautiful modern French furnishings and luxurious linens, to simple conveniences such as iPod docking stations, every one of our rooms is an oasis of calm so captivating you'll almost never want to step outside your door. George Bernard Shaw once said that there was no love more sincere than the love of food, and that is certainly true at Spicers Clovelly Estate. Our seasonal, produce-driven menus designed by chef Cameron Matthews are driven by the region's abundance of fresh local produce combined with classic European flavours. From coffee and cake on the terrace, to dining in our in-house French restaurant, The Long Apron, or simply an old-fashioned Pimms in front of the fire, Spicers Clovelly Estate truly is a feast for the senses. First settled by the Brown family in 1908, Spicers Clovelly Estate's 22 acres offer a multitude of distractions for every guest. Each season brings a new mood here, where cosy winters, clear autumn skies, fresh spring days and sun soaked summers can be celebrated in their own distinctive way. Lush gardens and manicured lawns provide the backdrop for boules with friends or an indulgent high tea. Breathe the fresh country air as you stroll through our terraced rose gardens and orchard to the swimming pool, set overlooking the rolling green hills. Alternatively, take a relaxing walk to the gazebo or find the perfect picnic spot overlooking beautiful Lake Baroon. Or, if you're feeling a bit more adventurous, within walking distance of the main house there is a two-kilometre rainforest trail with tranquil waterfall and even a resident platypus. The great outdoors not your cup of tea? Then spend a few hours in Spa Anise day spa or just relax inside and enjoy the French contemporary style with large Bordeaux arm chairs complete with alpaca throws, recliners, French Oak bookcases and sideboards adorning the lounge areas. Or wander out to the terrace where two wrought iron roosters stand guard while you enjoy coffee and Parisian pastries. A gourmet's paradise, Spicers Clovelly Estate is also home to a fine dining restaurant called The Long Apron specialising in French-influenced cuisine, old-fashioned service and an innovative menu utilising fresh and simple local ingredients and an extensive wine list. And of course, just minutes and hours away from our doors are some of the best Queensland and Australia has to offer. Learn more about Spicers Clovelly Estate Daily housekeeping Restaurant and bar/lounge Full-service spa Outdoor pool Free use of bicycles Room service Business center Airport shuttle Area shuttle Terrace Coffee/tea in a common area Garden 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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