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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. Oaks Goldsbrough Apartments 5 nights from 720 per person  Oaks Goldsbrough Apartments, offer central Sydney accommodation in an architecturally renovated historic landmark building. Situated in the hub of Darling Harbour and combining the charm and elegance of the 1800's, with all the modern amenities for your business or leisure stay.With a magnificent neo-classical facade, original tallow wood floors and exposed ironbark columns featured throughout the hotel, as well as views from many of the rooms over the skyline of Sydney and one of its major attractions, Darling Harbour, Oaks Goldsbrough Apartments stands out. Located ideally for conference and event guests, Oaks Goldsbrough combines superior facilities and impeccable service of a luxury hotel with the privacy and spaciousness of self-contained apartments. Oaks Goldsbrough provides one and two bedroom fully self contained apartments and comfortable studios with full kitchen facilities, most with harbour views. Guests can enjoy the sauna, pool area, spa and gym, and there are secretarial services including photocopying and facsimile, coffee shop, covered walkway to the Convention & Exhibition Centre and light rail and mono rail stations at door. Learn more about Oaks Goldsbrough Apartments 205 smoke-free apartments Daily housekeeping Indoor pool Fitness center Sauna Self parking Spa tub 24-hour front desk Air conditioning Laundry service Self-serve laundry Conference space 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.
Rendezvous Reef Resort Port Douglas 5 nights from 630 per person  Port Douglas is the ideal destination for your next family vacation - fun, affordable and with something for everyone. Laze away the days on the white sands of the famous Four Mile Beach, stroll through the Sunday markets, or stop for lunch at one of the cafes scattered along cosmopolitan Macrossan Street.Port Douglas is the only place on earth where two world heritage listed jewels collide - The Great Barrier Reef and the Daintree Rainforest. Rendezvous Reef Resort Port Douglas is located just two minutes from the main village and a short stroll from Four Mile Beach. Set amongst 15 acres of lush tropical gardens, our resort offers a great selection of leisure facilities, including two lagoon-style pools, a 25 meter lap pool, a children's pool, gymnasium and barbeque area. You'll never be short of space and privacy while staying in our Port Douglas resort. Each two story villa offers 110 square meters of living space. Choose from our affordable One, Two and Three Bedroom self-contained Port Douglas villas, each with balcony or patio. In addition, our tour desk team are happy to help fill your days with fun and adventure while you discover the wonders of Tropical North Queensland. Enjoy the convenience of self catered accommodation within a full service resort. Rendezvous Reef Resort Port Douglas will provide you with a tropical family holiday to remember. Learn more about Rendezvous Reef Resort Port Douglas 73 smoke-free apartments Housekeeping (on request) Near the beach Restaurant and bar/lounge Outdoor pool Breakfast available Fitness center Children's pool Coffee shop/cafe In-room childcare Airport shuttle Area shuttle 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 Sydney Boulevard Hotel 5 nights from 1,185 per person  The Sydney Boulevard Hotel is a 4 star Harbour View hotel in Sydney, Australia. This luxury hotel offers 270 guest rooms with stunning views of the picturesque Sydney Harbour & skyline.Centrally located to Sydney's Central Business District, attractions, shopping, dining and entertainment districts The Sydney Boulevard Hotel is the perfect destination for business meetings, leisure or a short getaway. Treat yourself to stunning views of the picturesque Sydney, Australia city skyline and harbour while basking in world-class hospitality and service. Whatever your needs, The Sydney Boulevard Hotel is committed to providing an unsurpassed level of service, every time. With a 4-star rating, The Sydney Boulevard Hotel, located in Sydney CBD, is renowned for its refinement and its friendly, personalized service and touch. Boasting a guest list of high profile personalities, the hotel continues to attract a wide variety of clientele who seek comfort with style. Our elegantly appointed hotel accommodations are at the heart of The Sydney Boulevard Hotel experience in Sydney. Many of our 270 rooms and suites have views of Sydney Harbour and Opera House that are simply unmatched elsewhere. Each is a private sanctuary that combines all the functionality and amenities a visitor-on-the go could ever require. Our Sydney Harbour hotel accommodations are spacious and meet the needs and preferences of both Leisure and Corporate guests. The Hotel also has a well-defined non-smoking policy, laid down in line with the regulations of NSW Health and Authority. Experience the warm infusions created by the Chefs at The Sydney Boulevard Hotel, specifically for our restaurants in Sydney Harbour. The wide menu selection is matched with our hand-picked wine list. The Vard Espresso Bar & Restaurant offers a relaxed modern feel with an eye catching view of Sydney, Australia's vibrant streets and surroundings, whilst Seasons Café delights with the warms servings of buffet breakfast and corporate lunches. As one of the few hotels with free WiFi in Sydney, The Sydney Boulevard Hotel is proud to offer throughout the hotel a secured and free wireless internet access. Jump online anytime, anywhere! You can now keep in touch with friends and family, or even take care of business at your convenience for the whole duration of your stay with us. Available everywhere, from the Lobby, to Seasons Cafe, even by the 24th Floor Gymnasium, Sauna & Steam Shower Room! The Sydney Boulevard Hotel is proud to be the first hotel of its kind in Sydney to offer Spinway's bike rental solution, Australia's first high tech bike sharing company changing the way people travel around town. It provides a fully automatic helmet solution for Australia's compulsory helmet laws. Learn more about The Sydney Boulevard Hotel 24-hour front desk Concierge services Tour/ticket assistance Dry cleaning/laundry services Free newspapers in lobby Luggage storage Wedding services 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. Oaks Festival Towers 5 nights from 695 per person  Located in a prime position and providing spacious modern design, first class technology and facilities, is Oaks Festival Towers. Guests can sample top restaurants and late-night bars, irresistible shopping, galleries, theatres, movies and museums which are all nearby.Oaks Festival Towers comprises of one and two bedroom contemporary, self-contained apartments each with a private balcony and city views. The hotel facilities include a 25m heated lap pool & plunge pool, gymnasium, sauna, heated spa and a sundeck & barbecue podium. The cream of café society is at the door, and it's an easy stroll to the Queen Street Mall, Treasury Casino, the beautiful Botanic Gardens and the Sunday Riverside markets. Business travellers will savour the proximity to the city's financial and commercial heart, while excellent access to public transport will get you everywhere with ease. Learn more about Oaks Festival Towers 139 smoke-free apartments Daily housekeeping Near the beach Outdoor pool Internet in the lobby Fitness center Sauna Self parking Spa tub 24-hour front desk Air conditioning Laundry service 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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