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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. Palm Bungalows 5 nights from1,265 per person  The Main Pool and Catseye Beach are a two-minute walk away. The Palm Bungalows reception operates 24 hours a day (Reef View Hotel reception), and are serviced daily. Guests staying at the Palm Bungalows have complimentary use of non-motorised water sports equipment, including catamarans, paddle skis, snorkelling equipment and windsurfers.On-island transport includes unlimited use of the scheduled Island Shuttle service and complimentary Hamilton Island airport to Palm Bungalows transfers on arrival and departure. Guests have access to the Kids Stay & Eat Free program (conditions apply). The Palm Bungalows are freestanding island bungalows situated in a tropical garden setting, each with its own balcony and outdoor furniture. Guests staying here can enjoy many amenities and facilities <b>Hotel services / facilities</b><ul><li>24 hour reception <li>Access to Kids Stay and Eat Free Program (conditions apply) <li>Complimentary return Hamilton Island Airport/Marina to hotel transfers <li>Unlimited use of the scheduled 'Island Shuttle' service (7:00am-11:00pm daily) <li>Beach towels provided <li>Access to Internet <li>Air-conditioning & ceiling fan <li>Private balcony <li>Ensuite bathroom with shower <li>Television <li>Telephone <li>Bar fridge & mini bar <li>Tea & Coffee making facilities <li>Iron/ironing board <li>Rooms serviced daily <li>Accommodation bungalows at Palm Bungalows are non-smoking</ul> <b>To see and do on Hamilton Island</b><ul><li>Central location to all pools and amenities <li>Complimentary use of catamarans, paddle skis, windsurfers and snorkeling equipment <li>Complimentary use of the gym, spa, sauna, tennis and squash court hire <li>Over 20km of bushwalking trails <li>Koala Gallery Wildlife Experience <li>Access to over 40+ activities including golf driving range, parasailing and quad bike tours</ul> <b>Nearby attractions surrounding Hamilton Island</b><ul><li>Day trip to Hardy Reef, home to Heart Reef on the Great Barrier Reef <li>Whitehaven Beach, voted on of the top ten beaches in the world by BBC <li>Hamilton Island Golf Club, located on neighbouring Dent Island</ul> Learn more about Palm Bungalows Daily housekeeping Near the beach Restaurant and bar/lounge 4 outdoor pools Breakfast available Free airport shuttle Free area shuttle Free ferry terminal shuttle 4 outdoor tennis courts Sauna Pool bar Swim-up bar 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.
Mantra PortSea 5 nights from 615 per person  Mantra PortSea offers the perfect accommodation solution for a relaxing getaway or carefree family holiday in Port Douglas. Nestled amongst lush tropical rainforests and on the doorstep of the magnificent Great Barrier Reef, Mantra PortSea Port Douglas offers comfort and convenience with a selection of hotel rooms, one & two bedroom studios and two bedroom apartments.Located just 100m from the beach and within a 15 minute walk of Port Douglas' village centre, Mantra PortSea features a lagoon style pool with swim-up bar and waterslide, all surrounded by beautiful tropical gardens. Mantra PortSea resort is the perfect choice for singles, couples and families looking for a relaxed North Queensland holiday. During your stay make the most of our amazing location and explore the breathtaking Daintree Rainforest – the oldest rainforest on earth, or take a boat ride out to the magnificent Great Barrier Reef which stretches over 2500 kilometers along the north coast of Queensland. Whatever you do, Port Douglas is full of excitement and adventure and we invite you to experience it with Mantra PortSea. Learn more about Mantra PortSea Weekly housekeeping Near the beach 3 outdoor pools Breakfast available Outdoor tennis court Fitness center Children's pool Spa tub Pool bar Swim-up bar Bar/lounge Airport 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. Mandalay Luxury Beachfront Apartments 5 nights from 1,335 per person  For the perfect Port Douglas luxury beachfront accommodation, Mandalay Luxury Beachfront Apartments offer a unique foreshore location with all the facilities and services you expect on your tropical holiday.Located in quiet seclusion, the cool apartments of Mandalay Port Douglas are nestled amongst lush tropical vibrant gardens. Access to the seemingly endless stretch of Port Douglas beach is through an easy walkway framed by tropical beach flora. Mandalay Port Douglas luxurious and comfortable apartments exemplify the beach style and relaxed elegance which make Port Douglas one of the most sought after destinations in the world. Learn more about Mandalay Luxury Beachfront Apartments Mandalay Luxury Beachfront Apartments is a relaxing, 5-star retreat in Port Douglas, within easy walking distance of the wonderful restaurants in and around the Marina Mirage and Macrossan Street. 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. Heron Island 5 nights from 1,145 per person  If you're a nature lover, Heron Island really is a special place. It's a natural coral cay 89kms off the coast of Queensland, so it's not another Great Barrier Reef resort, it's a resort on the Great Barrier Reef. You don't have to take any special boat trips to experience one of the wonders of the world. The reef, with a myriad of colourful coral and reef fish, is right there, at your fingertips, right off the beach.In the crystal clear aquamarine waters surrounding the island, stunning coral gardens and sea creatures great and small flourish in abundance and colour. They make Heron Island a natural place for divers, swimmers, and people who love to snorkel. The resort also offers an array of choices for those who like to explore and laze on beaches far from crowds, with no reef "day-trippers" to spoil the peace and quiet. Learn more about Heron Island Housekeeping once per stay On a private beach Restaurant and bar/lounge Full-service spa Outdoor pool WiFi in the lobby Beach towels Self parking Coffee shop/cafe Ferry terminal shuttle Terrace Garden 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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