So, you’re headed ‘Down Under’ in July or August? Bear in mind if you’re going to Sydney, Melbourne or Perth that it will be winter. Remember, the northern hemisphere summer is the winter in the southern hemisphere.
Gold Coast
Queensland’s Gold Coast will leave you spoilt for choice. The Gold Coast has miles of surfing beaches, lush green rainforest just inland from the coastline, world-class golfing greens and a cluster of theme parks. With every kind of accommodation from exclusive 5-star hotels to sunny beachside apartments you won’t be stuck for a place to stay. Wintertime are still very pleasant with temperatures range from sunny 9 – 21 degrees C (48 to 69 degrees Fahrenheit). It’s really no wonder that the Gold Coast is Australia’s favourite playground.
The Whitsunday Islands
Now we’re really talking tropical! The Whitsunday Islands are 74 lush islands set 100 nautical miles above the Tropic of Capricorn where the average beachside island temperatures hover between 17 and 26 degrees C, even in the depths of winter. With ten deluxe resorts on eight islands there’s plenty to do between relaxing poolside. Guests will enjoy water sports of all kinds, golf courses, treks inland into the forests and of course, scuba diving adventures out to the Great Barrier Reef.
Cairns
Right up in the tropical far north of Queensland is an epic winter sun playground awaiting you. Cairns is loaded with tours, attractions and activities meaning you’ll never be bored. Tropical North Queensland has a winter season of balmy temperatures and low rainfall which makes it a perfect holiday base for seeing the Great Barrier Reef and the famous Daintree Rainforest. Average wintertime temperatures ranges between 18-26 degrees C.
Broome
You’ll be glad to know that the climate in Broome doesn’t feature summers and winters, its either wet or dry season. Thankfully for those looking for to escape to warm days, balmy nights, clear blue skies, the dry season in Broome coincides with winter in the south – May to September. A hot tip from the locals is that you should come just after the wet season around April/May when everything is still lush and green. During the dry season the average temperatures go from about 15 degrees C at night to 30 degrees C during the day making it a wonderful time to explore the spectacular Kimberley region, the Bungle Bungles, Mitchell Falls and all the best of Western Australia.
Darwin
Darwin, located up in the ‘Top End’, is another spectacular winter haven from the colder climates of the south. This is outback Australia …. with the red earth, snakes, crocodiles and a dozen other things that can harm you. In other words, this is the kind of Australia you think of when you recall ‘Crocodile Dundee’. During the winter months, the Northern Territory humidity levels drop and temperatures hover between 21 – 31 degrees C home to the iconic natural wonders of Kakadu National Park, Katherine and Uluru/Ayers Rock.
Booking your winter escapade to the clear blue skies of Australia’s northern climes can be made easily. You’re best option is to book a cheap flight with one of the budget airlines and if you’re flying up cash in your points on your frequent flyer credit card. Booking ahead can pay dividends so keep your eye out for advertised bargains during mid-late summer. Alternatively, book late and take advantage of many of the enticing late deals.
By: Mark T Brown
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Gold Coast
Queensland’s Gold Coast will leave you spoilt for choice. The Gold Coast has miles of surfing beaches, lush green rainforest just inland from the coastline, world-class golfing greens and a cluster of theme parks. With every kind of accommodation from exclusive 5-star hotels to sunny beachside apartments you won’t be stuck for a place to stay. Wintertime are still very pleasant with temperatures range from sunny 9 – 21 degrees C (48 to 69 degrees Fahrenheit). It’s really no wonder that the Gold Coast is Australia’s favourite playground.
The Whitsunday Islands
Now we’re really talking tropical! The Whitsunday Islands are 74 lush islands set 100 nautical miles above the Tropic of Capricorn where the average beachside island temperatures hover between 17 and 26 degrees C, even in the depths of winter. With ten deluxe resorts on eight islands there’s plenty to do between relaxing poolside. Guests will enjoy water sports of all kinds, golf courses, treks inland into the forests and of course, scuba diving adventures out to the Great Barrier Reef.
Cairns
Right up in the tropical far north of Queensland is an epic winter sun playground awaiting you. Cairns is loaded with tours, attractions and activities meaning you’ll never be bored. Tropical North Queensland has a winter season of balmy temperatures and low rainfall which makes it a perfect holiday base for seeing the Great Barrier Reef and the famous Daintree Rainforest. Average wintertime temperatures ranges between 18-26 degrees C.
Broome
You’ll be glad to know that the climate in Broome doesn’t feature summers and winters, its either wet or dry season. Thankfully for those looking for to escape to warm days, balmy nights, clear blue skies, the dry season in Broome coincides with winter in the south – May to September. A hot tip from the locals is that you should come just after the wet season around April/May when everything is still lush and green. During the dry season the average temperatures go from about 15 degrees C at night to 30 degrees C during the day making it a wonderful time to explore the spectacular Kimberley region, the Bungle Bungles, Mitchell Falls and all the best of Western Australia.
Darwin
Darwin, located up in the ‘Top End’, is another spectacular winter haven from the colder climates of the south. This is outback Australia …. with the red earth, snakes, crocodiles and a dozen other things that can harm you. In other words, this is the kind of Australia you think of when you recall ‘Crocodile Dundee’. During the winter months, the Northern Territory humidity levels drop and temperatures hover between 21 – 31 degrees C home to the iconic natural wonders of Kakadu National Park, Katherine and Uluru/Ayers Rock.
Booking your winter escapade to the clear blue skies of Australia’s northern climes can be made easily. You’re best option is to book a cheap flight with one of the budget airlines and if you’re flying up cash in your points on your frequent flyer credit card. Booking ahead can pay dividends so keep your eye out for advertised bargains during mid-late summer. Alternatively, book late and take advantage of many of the enticing late deals.
By: Mark T Brown
About the Author:
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Mark Brown brings vast knowledge about personal finance to his writing. His no-nonsense manner in dealing with consumer debt and poor financial management is a result of struggling personally with debt. This gives him a unique insight into the such situations.