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Beautiful weather, classic snacks and legendary venues - what more could an England cricket fan desire?

Well, perhaps an Ashes series in Australia where they remain in contention to win back the Ashes after the first three Tests.

Unfortunately, this scenario is off the table this time, though, after the hosts' dominant victory by 82 runs in Adelaide put the hosts leading three-nil for the fourth successive Ashes series on Australian grounds.

The Barmy Army, England's supporters' group, have 3,000 fans flying out for the last two matches in New South Wales and Victoria.

There are also tour groups who will be vacationing down under, as well as loved ones embarking on a once-in-a-lifetime trip.

The Disappointed Travelers

A group of four supporters are four such fans.

The group had their flights and tickets secured for the Boxing Day and New Year Tests "well ahead of time", dreaming of a historic English victory.

Instead, they have watched Australia outplay the visitors in just a short period from their residence in the north of England.

"People in the office has been giving me grief regarding the concluded contest for the last two weeks," stated Sam Ryding.

"The hope was that we would have something to play for upon our arrival."

Diminishing Hope

There was plenty of positivity about England's chances of ending their 15-year wait for a triumph on Australian soil prior to the first ball.

But they are now staring down the barrel of extending their winless run in the country to 19 games when the fourth Test gets under way in the MCG on Christmas Day.

Ben Stokes' side - and their fans - will be desperate to avoid a dreaded 5-0 scoreline.

It was mentioned that the "entertainment" of head coach the positive style of play in recent years had "renewed interest in" Test cricket for followers of the team.

However, the group said they had low expectations for the final two games - and all they are requesting from the players is "some resilience".

"Commentators consistently alludes to it, but it all is about fortitude. 'This style has been elevated to a term now that is just, like, impractical batting," commented another sibling.

"Over the course of five days, you should apply yourself. Wafting outside 'outside the line has never been in the fundamentals, and that is mainly the fault the batting lineup."

The Remaining Matches

Asked whether he believed England will secure a victory in this contest, Sam said: "The evidence suggests the Australians are superior currently."

"Necessarily, there must be multiple performers that delivers for the team and turns the game."

Even with the series lost, the siblings are still anticipating the trip.

"It will be a great time nonetheless," commented Katie Ryding. "We have to go with that attitude."

"Naturally, it's unfortunate we can't contest the series, but we have invested a significant amount as it is."

"We plan to savor spending the festive season out there. It is also mine and Rory's first time abroad over Christmas."

An educator, Katie is intent on maximizing the 21,000-mile round-trip as part of her time off.

"Should the cricket disappoint, I can play golf to fall back on," she finished.