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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. Mantra on View Hotel 5 nights from 440 per person  Positioned right in the heart of Surfers Paradise just 160m from the beach, Mantra on View Hotel is an ideal choice when visiting Queensland's famous Gold Coast. Every room within this Surfers Paradise accommodation provides all of the facilities you need to make yourself at home. All guest rooms feature high-speed internet (fee applies) and cable TV. Relax on your own private balcony as you take in the sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean and stunning Gold Coast skyline. There’s plenty to do at this Surfers Paradise hotel which features a resort style outdoor swimming pool and children's pool, along with a fully equipped gymnasium and tennis courts. If you’re planning business in Surfers Paradise, Mantra on View Hotel offers a great choice of Gold Coast conference facilities with nine conference rooms to choose from. Mantra on View Hotel’s Gold Coast conference and event facilities are suitable for business meetings, banquets, weddings and a variety of events whether you are planning a working meeting for 20 team members or a seminar for 600 delegates. Perhaps a Gold Coast wedding is on the horizon, Mantra on View Hotel has a choice of beautiful venues for your ceremony, including the beach, the resort-style pool, and the gorgeous Boulevard boardroom offering a variety of wedding styles. Our team of wedding professionals is available to assist with all of your wedding plans and the Ocean Day Spa and Hair Salon is a wonderful place to make yourself feel extra special on your big day. While staying at Mantra on View Hotel, dine onsite at NOSH Pan Asian Restaurant, or wander into the nearby heart of Surfers Paradise for a great choice of Gold Coast bars and eateries. With excellent shopping, famous beaches, the natural wonders of the hinterland and Gold Coast theme parks nearby, Mantra on View Hotel is the ideal Surfers Paradise accommodation. Learn more about Mantra on View Hotel Daily housekeeping Near the beach Restaurant Full-service spa Breakfast available Health club UNESCO Sustainable Property Terrace 24-hour front desk Car rentals on site Front-desk safe ATM/banking services 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.
Islington Hotel 5 nights from 1,425 per person  Islington is a very special luxe hotel in Hobart, a blend of contemporary and period architecture and stunning landscaped gardens against a backdrop of magnificent Mount Wellington.Built in 1847, these intimate lodgings showcase the property’s original glory, updated to include the little necessities and amenities our forebears overlooked, such as a glass enclosed mountain-view pavilion and a cellar stocked with the finest Tasmanian wine. The hotel public spaces and suites alike feature fine art and antique furnishings. Islington appeals to those who desire the very best in life, personalised service delivered in an atmosphere of serenity, luxury and tranquillity. <b>Services & Amenities</b> <i>Hotel</i> – individually styled sitting & meeting rooms – the conservatory a la carte restaurant – secure off-street parking – extensive wine cellar – accommodates children 15 years and over <i>Rooms</i> – in-room iPad with complimentary wifi – under floor heating throughout – custom made king sized Islington Angel beds – complimentary mini-bar/ tea / barista coffee – daily housekeeping Learn more about Islington Hotel Daily housekeeping Restaurant and bar/lounge Breakfast available Room service Coffee shop/cafe Business center Terrace Coffee/tea in a common area Garden Library Computer station Lobby fireplace 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. 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 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. Smiths Beach Resort 5 nights from 2,165 per person  For the ultimate beachside luxury accommodation Yallingup and Margaret River has to offer.Situated in the heart of the Margaret River wine region, Smiths Beach Resort is the finest luxury accommodation Yallingup has to offer. Our location also makes us a popular alternative for guests seeking luxury accommodation in Dunsborough and Bunker Bay. Pure heaven for beach lovers, Smiths Beach Resort is perfectly positioned on the pristine sands of Smiths Beach overlooking the sparkling Indian Ocean. Nestled between Cape Naturaliste and Cape Leeuwin on the stunning Cape to Cape walking track, this architectural award-winning resort provides an ideal retreat on a pristine beach that is lovingly tended and preserved. This Small Luxury Hotel of the WorldTM has been carefully constructed to cause minimal impact on the environment and provides our guests with the ultimate in luxury accommodation Dunsborough and Yallingup has to offer. Floor-to-ceiling windows in the minimalist yet stylish beach houses, villas and apartments give the sense of bringing the outside in, and with an ever-changing panorama of shifting sands and ruby red sunsets the scenery is truly breathtaking. Smiths Beach Resort is the quintessential Australian beachside accomodation experience encompassing world class facilities and an assortment of food and beverage options. Partnering with well-known restauranteur Kate Lamont, the resort features Lamont’s Smiths Beach, incorporating a Gourmet Deli and Café along with fine dining a la carte Restaurant offering guests and visitors a premium range of food and wine from the region and beyond. 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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