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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. Quay West Suites Sydney 5 nights from 1,015 per person  Located in the historic Rocks precinct, at the doorstep to Sydney Harbour, Circular Quay and Sydney's key recreational attractions, Quay West Suites Sydney offers a unique and luxurious hotel experience.Each apartment boasts separate living areas, bedrooms, fully equipped kitchen, laundry and many feature spectacular views over Sydney Harbour or the city skyline, along with all of the conveniences and services of a 5-star hotel. Unwind after a hard day of sight seeing in the hotel's recreational facilities which include a stunning sunken Roman style heated swimming pool with spectacular views of Sydney Harbour Bridge as well as a spa, sauna, gymnasium and outdoor sundeck. Harrington Restaurant & Bar provides a warm, relaxing atmosphere where you can enjoy the finest contemporary Australian cuisine. For meetings and events, choose from 3 meeting rooms catering for up to 100 delegates or guests, each offering an abundance of natural light. Learn more about Quay West Suites Sydney 90 smoke-free apartments Weekly housekeeping Restaurant and bar/lounge Indoor pool Breakfast available Fitness center Sauna Valet parking Room service Coffee shop/cafe UNESCO Sustainable Property Terrace 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.
Coral Sands Resort 5 nights from 940 per person  Trinity Beach is everyone's vision of a tropical paradise. A white sand cove marked by twin headlands and fringed with softly swaying coconut palms, it is a special beachside resort suburb situated 15 minutes from Cairns airport.Close enough to the entertainment, shopping and city casino of Cairns, Trinity Beach is a favourite location to holiday on the Northern Beaches of Cairns due to its own shopping, restaurants, and its very attractive beachside ambience. Coral Sands Beachfront Resort is your ideal holiday accommodation base at Trinity Beach, located right on the Esplanade facing the beach. Here, guests enjoy the best of everything. The resort is proud of its immaculate standards, with the beautiful gardens and cleanliness of this property consistently attracting comments from visitors. Learn more about Coral Sands Resort 42 apartments Weekly housekeeping On the beach Restaurant and bar/lounge Outdoor pool Terrace Air conditioning Garden Front-desk safe Self-serve laundry Multilingual staff Picnic area 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. Harbour Rocks Hotel Sydney 5 nights from 860 per person  In the heart of Sydney lies the Harbour Rocks Hotel, an intimate four star, 55 room boutique hotel steeped in the history of the famous Rocks precinct.The Harbour Rocks Hotel is the perfect Sydney hotel accommodation choice, a popular home for many travellers and the perfect base from which to explore the city. Ideally located in 'The Rocks' and just a short stroll from some of Australia's best icons the Sydney Harbour Bridge & Opera House. This Sydney boutique accommodation offers a variety of rooms to choose from to suit the needs of both the business and leisure traveller. Learn more about Harbour Rocks Hotel Sydney Daily housekeeping Restaurant and bar/lounge Breakfast available Fitness center Self parking Coffee shop/cafe Babysitting UNESCO Sustainable Property Terrace 24-hour front desk Coffee/tea in a common area 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. Hotel Grand Chancellor Brisbane 5 nights from 575 per person  The 4.5 star Hotel Grand Chancellor Brisbane is situated on the highest point in Brisbane's central business district. Opposite the picturesque Roma Street Parklands, all rooms offer breathtaking views of the city, mountains or Brisbane's River.A short walk will lead you into the heart of the city, Queen Street Mall, South Bank, Queensland Performing Art Centre and Museum or downtown to the Treasury Casino and the Riverside Boardwalk. The hotel is only a 15 minute walk to Suncorp Stadium, which makes it a great place to stay while visiting for sporting events. Learn more about Hotel Grand Chancellor Brisbane Daily housekeeping Near the beach Restaurant and bar/lounge Outdoor pool Breakfast available Fitness center Self parking 24-hour room service Coffee shop/cafe Conference center 24-hour front desk 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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