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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. RACV Noosa Resort 5 nights from 965 per person  Stylish, contemporary and a short drive from iconic Hastings Street, RACV Noosa Resort offers smart accommodation overlooking a pristine wetlands sanctuary. Located close enough to explore Noosa's award-winning restaurants, chic cafes and bars, farmer's market and miles of pristine beach yet far enough away to enjoy the serenity of the resort's secluded location, our brand new property is ideal for business and leisure travellers. Check into one of RACV's tasteful and affordable suites and apartments with either private courtyards, balconies or rooftop terraces overlooking the resort or across the lush sanctuary to Noosa Sound. The resort is positioned on a 15-hectare site beside the Weyba Creek, a tributary of the Noosa River. Wake to the sound of whipbirds or fall to sleep to the friendly call of our resident geckos. All of the light-filled apartments come equipped with full kitchens with European appliances and laundry so you can self-cater. Alternatively make use of the full resort facilities, which include a lagoon pool with beach entry, cocktail bar, gym, floodlit tennis court and day spa. The five-star property also offers complete resort services such as 24-hour reception, in-room dining, dry cleaning and laundry service and return shuttle to Hastings St. There are plenty of activities to entertain guests including tennis, fitness centre, bicycle hire and eco walking track. Enjoy a cocktail in the bar before dining at the chic restaurant, which provides indoor and alfresco dining beside the pool. Learn more about RACV Noosa Resort 171 apartments Daily housekeeping Near the beach Restaurant and bar/lounge Full-service spa 2 outdoor pools Free water park Free area shuttle Free beach shuttle Free shopping center shuttle Outdoor tennis court Fitness center 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 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 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. Cairns Colonial Club Resort 5 nights from 625 per person  From the moment our friendly staff meet you at the airport, or greet you as you arrive at the resort, you will check right into the holiday spirit. Relax and enjoy our stunning North Queensland tropical atmosphere and surroundings, or select from a vast range of facilities and services available.The Cairns Colonial Club Resort is set within 11 acres (4.5 hectares) of tropical gardens, with 3 lagoon swimming pools and 2 resort restaurants, and combines the tranquility of a tropical resort with the advantages of a mainstream hotel, and is one of the most popular resorts in Tropical North Queensland. Our restaurants are open to the public and include the popular and well-known Homestead Restaurant & Bar. Resort accommodation includes 345 comfortable and spacious rooms and suites, offering guests an excellent range of holiday accommodation to choose from. Learn more about Cairns Colonial Club Resort Daily housekeeping Restaurants and bar/lounge 3 outdoor pools Breakfast available Children's pool Pool bar Conference centre Business centre 5 meeting rooms 24-hour front desk Air conditioning Garden 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. Paradise On The Beach Resort 5 nights from 455 per person  Paradise On The Beach is in the heart of Palm Cove Village right on the beachfront opposite the lifeguard patrolled swimming enclosure. Palm Cove's renowned restaurants, spas and shops are just a short stroll along the shady esplanade.Palm Cove is just 25 minutes north of Cairns and the international airport and is ideally located to conveniently access all of the region's outstanding attractions including the Great Barrier Reef, Daintree Rainforests, Skyrail and Kuranda. The 'Cove' as the locals call it, is regarded as Cairns's premier beach destination for good reason. The beach itself is a picture-perfect seascape of offshore islands and reefs framed by coconut palms and towering melaleuca trees. Behind the village to the west, the World Heritage listed rainforest-clad escarpment rises steeply to the Cairns Highlands, providing the perfect backdrop to an idyllic tropical beach setting. As well as the natural beauty, there are numerous local attractions and excursions including guided kayaking to nearby Double Island, a wildlife nature park, golf and tennis. Paradise On The Beach Palm Cove has a wide choice of room types, from spacious studios to two bedroom apartments suitable for a variety of accommodation needs and budgets. You will love the friendly Palm Cove village atmosphere and relaxed, casual tropical beachside lifestyle. We look forward to welcoming you to our Palm Cove very soon. Learn more about Paradise On The Beach Resort ular amenities Parking available Pool Free WiFi Airport transfer Non-smoking Air conditioning 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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