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'People keep ribbing me' over the Ashes concluding ahead of my trip.
Beautiful weather, classic snacks and legendary venues - what more could an England cricket fan desire?
Well, perhaps an contest for the urn in Australia where they retain a possibility to win back the Ashes after the first three Tests.
Unfortunately, this scenario is off the table on this occasion, however, after the hosts' dominant triumph in Adelaide gave Australia leading three-nil for the fourth consecutive series on their own soil.
The loyal traveling fans, England's supporters' group, have thousands of supporters traveling for the concluding fixtures in the SCG and MCG.
In addition, there are organized trips who will celebrate the holidays down under, as well as loved ones embarking on a special expedition.
The Disappointed Travelers
Four fans named Alex, Sam, Rory and Katie are four such fans.
The four siblings had their flights and tickets booked for the Melbourne and Sydney matches "12 months ago", anticipating a rare England series success.
Sadly, they've observed Australia dismantle the tourists in just a short period from their house in their hometown.
"People in the office has been giving me grief that the series is done for the last two weeks," said Sam.
"We always thought that we would have the series on the line upon our arrival."
Fading Positivity
There was plenty of positivity about England's chances of breaking a 15-year drought for a series win in Australia before it began.
But they are now facing the prospect of continuing a barren spell in the country to 19 consecutive Tests when the next match starts in Melbourne on Thursday, 25 December.
The England team - and their followers - will be hoping to sidestep a dreaded 5-0 scoreline.
Alex said the "entertainment" of head coach the aggressive 'Bazball' approach in recent times had "brought fresh energy to" the longest format for followers of the team.
However, the group said they had low expectations for the fourth and fifth Tests - and all they are requesting from the players is "a show of spirit".
"Commentators consistently points it out, but it all hinges on mental resilience. 'Bazball' has been become a phrase now that is just, like, unrealistic play," stated Rory Ryding.
"During a long match, you should dig in. Wafting outside 'sixth stump' areas has never featured in the textbooks, and that is largely because of the frontline batsmen."
Future Prospects
Asked whether he believed England will win a match in this contest, came the reply: "It appears the Aussies are just too good right now."
"Necessarily, there must be several individuals that makes a significant contribution and turns the game."
Regardless of the result, the siblings are still anticipating the trip.
"We are going to have a wonderful trip nonetheless," added another sibling. "We must adopt that attitude."
"Of course, it's a let-down we don't have more to play for, but we have invested a significant amount already."
"We plan to savor spending the festive season overseas. This will be our first experience abroad over Christmas."
An educator, Katie is determined to make the most of the lengthy journey as part of her Christmas holidays.
"As a backup plan, I've got golf to turn to," Katie concluded.
Kim Ramirez
A passionate golfer and journalist with over a decade of experience covering PGA tours and equipment innovations.
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