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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. Breakfree Adelaide 5 nights from 665 per person  BreakFree Adelaide offers business and leisure travellers serviced studios, one or two bedroom apartments situated in Adelaide's contemporary West End. Guests will enjoy comfortable accommodation in well-appointed, spacious apartments which include modern amenities and a range of premier guest facilities. BreakFree Adelaide is located close to the Central Business District of Adelaide and a range of local transport options. For leisure travellers with the time to explore the many delights on offer in Adelaide, which is known locally as the city of churches, take advantage of the 'City Free Bus' that stops directly outside the Hotel. Alternatively many local attractions can be reached on foot including the colourful arts district, Adelaide Convention Centre, Casino and popular shopping destination of Rundle Mall. BreakFree Adelaide is within close proximity to a choice of tempting restaurants as well as bars and clubs with a glamorous nightlife. Learn more about Breakfree Adelaide 142 smoke-free apartments Daily housekeeping Fitness center Self parking UNESCO Sustainable Property 24-hour front desk Front-desk safe Laundry service Self-serve laundry Multilingual staff Free newspapers in the lobby Luggage storage 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.
Alkina Lodge 5 nights from 2,005 per person  Experience the Great Ocean RoadDesigned to create an exclusive and intimate experience, Alkina Lodge offers the discerning traveller private luxury accommodation on the Great Ocean Road. Located at Wattle Hill on the Great Ocean Road, just 20 minutes from the 12 Apostles, 30 minutes to Port Campbell and less than 3 hours from Melbourne, Alkina Lodge is close to other major attractions including the Great Ocean Walk, the Great Otway National Park, Wreck Beach, The Redwoods, Apollo Bay and Johanna Beach. You’ll find Alkina Lodge the perfect base from which to explore the dramatic scenery, sweeping beaches and ancient rainforests the Great Ocean Road is renowned for. Enjoy stunning ocean views from the master bedroom of your lodge, wake up to the sight of kangaroos feeding just outside your bedroom window, and appreciate the abundance of native birdlife, from bold laughing Kookaburras and petit Blue Wrens, to Sulphur Crested Cockatoos and cheeky Magpies. On a clear night, our signature sky windows afford spectacular vision of the Milky Way; the celestial beauty is pristine as there is no ambient city light at Alkina Lodge. Our luxury accommodation on the Great Ocean Road is like no other. Our three four-bedroom luxury lodges can accommodate from one to 24 people, and are fully self-contained and fitted with only the most luxurious of features, including a Gaggenau equipped kitchen, Bose audio, magnificent art and photography, bespoke wood fireplace, and fine European furniture. Designed by award winning architects, Glenn Murcutt and Wendy Lewin, Alkina Lodge has been designed and built with sensitivity to the local landscape, and compliments the surrounding natural environment. The stunning use of light and space brings a touch of the outdoors inside, and with it a sense of balance and harmony – contemporary design that works with the land, not against it. Discover the art of indulgence at Alkina Lodge, luxury accommodation on the Great Ocean Road. Learn more about Alkina Lodge 3 homes Near the beach Room service Terrace Garden Library Self-serve laundry Multilingual staff Concierge services Picnic area Barbecue grills 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. 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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