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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. Rendezvous Hotel Brisbane Anzac Square 5 nights from 705 per person  Located in the heart of Brisbane's CBD, Rendezvous Hotel Brisbane overlooks the evergreen Anzac Square memorial gardens and is directly opposite Central Railway Station. The hotels superb location allows guests direct and easy access from their Brisbane accommodation to everything the city has to offer.Beautifully restored, this inner city hotel presents a contemporary feel whilst exuding true old world grace, making every stay a most enjoyable experience. Rendezvous boasts 135 elegantly appointed hotel rooms in Brisbane's CBD, including studio rooms as well as spacious one and two bedroom apartments. With many special touches, like the charming guest library adjoining the foyer, this hotel is much more than stylish Brisbane accommodation, its an absolute pleasure. Rendezvous' Value Promise offers all guests free local phone calls, complimentary Wi-Fi access for three hours each day, low priced mini-bar items and low priced laundry services. The hotel offers intimate escapes for lovers, corporate comfort for busy executives and classical escapes for families. It is the perfect place to rest your mind and body, with lavishly appointed hotel accommodation, impeccable service, and a magnificent location in Brisbane's CBD. When you find yourself heading to Brisbane, stay at Rendezvous for an experience to remember. Learn more about Rendezvous Hotel Brisbane Anzac Square 75 smoke-free apartments Daily housekeeping Near the beach Valet parking 24-hour front desk Library Front-desk safe Laundry service Self-serve laundry Multilingual staff Concierge services 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.
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 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. Quay West Suites Melbourne 5 nights from 970 per person  Quay West Suites Melbourne is a stylish Southbank hotel set amongst the picturesque Southbank promenade, overlooking the Yarra River. A leisurely stroll from Melbourne's CBD and within walking distance to:<ul><li>Victorian Arts Centre and Hamer Hall <li>Melbourne Theatre Company <li>Southgate restaurant, dining, art and leisure precinct <li>National Gallery of Victoria <li>MCG, Etihad Stadium and AAMI Park <li>Melbourne Aquarium <li>Flinders Street Station <li>Melbourne's Casino <li>National Tennis Centre <li>Rod Laver Arena</ul> Quay West Suites Melbourne features 100 one, two or three bedroom Melbourne serviced apartment suites ideally positioned in Southbank promenade. Facilities include: Valet grocery service, 24-hour reception, in-suite dining and concierge. A stunning heated indoor swimming pool, spa, sauna, fully equipped gymnasium, valet parking and the dining delights of Jarrah Restaurant & Bar. Learn more about Quay West Suites Melbourne 109 apartments Daily housekeeping Restaurant and bar/lounge Indoor pool Breakfast available Fitness center Steam room Self parking Spa tub UNESCO Sustainable Property Terrace 24-hour front desk 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. Stamford Plaza Sydney Airport 5 nights from 605 per person  Located just minutes from the international terminal and opposite the domestic terminal, this great Sydney airport hotel caters to a mix of business and leisure travellers. The hotel has spectacular views over Botany Bay, CBD and Sydney's domestic airport.Unlike most airport hotels, Stamford Plaza Sydney Airport Hotel offers quiet surroundings with sound resistant glass windows. Stamford Plaza Sydney Airport Hotel also features a rooftop lap pool, fully equipped gymnasium, sauna and spa, as well as facilities for exquisite private events and major Sydney conferences. Learn more about Stamford Plaza Sydney Airport Daily housekeeping Restaurant Outdoor pool Breakfast available Fitness center Valet parking Self parking 24-hour room service In-room childcare 24-hour business center Business center Airport shuttle 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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