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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.
Pullman Quay Grand Sydney Harbour 5 nights from 1,285 per person  Set majestically on the eastern shore of Circular Quay, this superbly located 5-star Sydney apartment style hotel is set in the midst of Sydney's key attractions including Sydney Harbour, Harbour Bridge, Royal Botanic Gardens and the Opera House.Each apartment is designed to take full advantage of the spectacular views. Quay Grand Suites Sydney also provides function and meeting facilities for up to 140 guests. With its breathtaking location at Circular Quay, 5-star hotel service and superb catering, it is the finest venue for glamorous wedding receptions, cocktail & dinner parties and successful meetings & conferences. Quay Grand Suites Sydney also offers two unique dining and entertainment options - Quadrant Restaurant offers an imaginative Australian and Mediterranean menu and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Alternatively ECQ Bar is an ideal spot to catch up with friends at the end of a busy day, or to simply relax over a quiet drink, coffee or light meal. Both offer spectacular harbour views and five-star service. Learn more about Pullman Quay Grand Sydney Harbour Daily housekeeping Restaurant and bar/lounge Indoor pool Breakfast available Fitness center Sauna Valet parking Spa tub Room service In-room childcare Business center Limo/town car service 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. Park Hyatt Melbourne 5 nights from 1,075 per person  Overlooking St. Patrick's Cathedral, Fitzroy Gardens and the cosmopolitan mix of Victorian and modern architecture of the central business district, Park Hyatt Melbourne offers an exclusive sanctuary in the heart of the city. Our hotel in Melbourne CBD provides a warm ambience and exceptional levels of personalised service and luxury amenities. Renowned for having the largest 240 luxury rooms & suites in Melbourne with walk in robes, Italian marble ensuites and open windows, our luxury hotel in Melbourne provides an unparalleled experience of elegant, contemporary luxury. Guests are invited to enjoy the award-winning 'radii' restaurant & bar, a decadent Tea Lounge and Park Club Health & Day Spa featuring an indoor aquamarine pool, spa, sauna, gym and private sun deck. Our Melbourne hotel is only 25 km from Melbourne Airport, and is convenient to most city attractions around the city centre. It is within walking distance to the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG), home of the Australian Football League (AFL) and test cricket, the world renowned Tutankhamen exhibition at Melbourne Museum and the best boutique shopping, cafes, restaurants and theatre districts. Learn more about Park Hyatt Melbourne Daily housekeeping Restaurant and bar/lounge Full-service spa Indoor pool Breakfast available Health club Sauna Steam room Valet parking Spa tub Room service Coffee shop/cafe 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. RACV Noosa Resort 5 nights from 965 per person  Stylish, contemporary and a short drive from iconic Hastings Street, RACV Noosa Resort offers smart accommodation overlooking a pristine wetlands sanctuary. Located close enough to explore Noosa's award-winning restaurants, chic cafes and bars, farmer's market and miles of pristine beach yet far enough away to enjoy the serenity of the resort's secluded location, our brand new property is ideal for business and leisure travellers. Check into one of RACV's tasteful and affordable suites and apartments with either private courtyards, balconies or rooftop terraces overlooking the resort or across the lush sanctuary to Noosa Sound. The resort is positioned on a 15-hectare site beside the Weyba Creek, a tributary of the Noosa River. Wake to the sound of whipbirds or fall to sleep to the friendly call of our resident geckos. All of the light-filled apartments come equipped with full kitchens with European appliances and laundry so you can self-cater. Alternatively make use of the full resort facilities, which include a lagoon pool with beach entry, cocktail bar, gym, floodlit tennis court and day spa. The five-star property also offers complete resort services such as 24-hour reception, in-room dining, dry cleaning and laundry service and return shuttle to Hastings St. There are plenty of activities to entertain guests including tennis, fitness centre, bicycle hire and eco walking track. Enjoy a cocktail in the bar before dining at the chic restaurant, which provides indoor and alfresco dining beside the pool. Learn more about RACV Noosa Resort 171 apartments Daily housekeeping Near the beach Restaurant and bar/lounge Full-service spa 2 outdoor pools Free water park Free area shuttle Free beach shuttle Free shopping center shuttle Outdoor tennis court Fitness center 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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