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Beautiful weather, classic snacks and legendary venues - what else would an Three Lions follower ask for?

Realistically, they'd hope for an contest for the urn in Australia where they retain a possibility to reclaim the urn after the first three Tests.

This is not the case during this tour, after a comprehensive 82-run win in Adelaide gave Australia with a 3-0 lead for the fourth straight contest on home turf.

The loyal traveling fans, the vocal contingent, have a large group flying out for the final two Tests in New South Wales and Victoria.

Furthermore, other organized trips who will celebrate the holidays in Australia, as well as relatives and companions planning a once-in-a-lifetime trip.

The Disappointed Travelers

Four fans named Alex, Sam, Rory and Katie are among those affected.

The four siblings had their itineraries and entry credentials booked for the Boxing Day and New Year Tests "a full year in advance", anticipating a rare England series success.

From afar, they've seen Australia outplay the visitors in just 11 days from their family home in their hometown.

"All my colleagues has been teasing me about it being over for the last two weeks," stated Sam Ryding.

"We always thought that we would have a meaningful contest by the time we arrived."

Diminishing Hope

There was plenty of positivity about England's chances of securing a first win in 15 years for a triumph on Australian soil before it began.

However, the situation is now facing the prospect of extending their winless run in the country to 19 matches when the fourth Test gets under way in the MCG on Christmas Day.

Ben Stokes' side - and their supporters - will be desperate to avoid a clean sweep.

It was mentioned that the "thrill and enjoyment" of head coach the aggressive 'Bazball' approach in recent times had "renewed interest in" the longest format for English supporters.

However, the group said they had realistic outlooks for the fourth and fifth Tests - and all they are requesting from the players is "a bit of fight".

"Commentators consistently references this, but it all hinges on mental resilience. 'The aggressive approach has been turned into a buzzword now that is just, like, unrealistic play," commented another sibling.

"In a five-day Test match, you should apply yourself. Wafting outside 'wide of off stump has not been part of the fundamentals, and that is primarily due to the frontline batsmen."

Future Prospects

Asked whether he believed England will win a match in the current series, one fan responded: "It looks like the Australians are superior at the moment."

"It will require several individuals that stands up for England and makes a big impact."

Regardless of the result, the fans are excited about the trip.

"We will have a great time anyway," added another sibling. "We have to go with that outlook."

"Obviously it is disappointing we can't contest the series, but we have spent so much money by now."

"We'll enjoy spending the festive season overseas. Additionally, it's our first experience abroad at this time of year."

A teacher, Katie is focused on enjoying the 21,000-mile round-trip as part of her seasonal break.

"As a backup plan, I can play golf to fall back on," she finished.