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Sunshine, meat pies and world-famous cricket grounds - what else would an England cricket fan desire?

Realistically, they'd hope for an Ashes series in Australia where they retain a possibility to secure the famous trophy once the opening games are done.

Unfortunately, this scenario is off the table this time, though, after Australia's crushing victory by 82 runs in Adelaide gave Australia 3-0 up for the fourth successive Ashes series on their own soil.

England's famous supporters' group, the organized fan base, have thousands of supporters making the journey for the final two Tests in New South Wales and Victoria.

Furthermore, other tour groups who will celebrate the holidays in Australia, as well as relatives and companions planning a dream holiday.

The Disappointed Travelers

A group of four supporters are among those affected.

Alex, Sam, Rory and Katie had their itineraries and entry credentials booked for the Boxing Day and New Year Tests "12 months ago", anticipating a long-awaited triumph.

From afar, they've seen Australia dismantle the tourists in just under two weeks from their house in their hometown.

"All my colleagues has been teasing me that the series is done for the last two weeks," commented one sibling.

"Our expectation had been that we would have something to play for upon our arrival."

Lowered Expectations

Optimism was high about England's chances of ending their 15-year wait for a triumph on Australian soil ahead of the tour.

But they are now looking at the possibility of prolonging a streak without victory in the country to 19 games when the Boxing Day Test begins in Melbourne this week.

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

Alex said the "entertainment" of head coach the aggressive 'Bazball' approach in the past couple of seasons had "reinvigorated" the five-day game for English supporters.

But the Ryding siblings said they had minimal hopes for the fourth and fifth Tests - and all they are hoping for from the players is "some resilience".

"Commentators consistently points it out, but it all hinges on fortitude. 'The aggressive approach has been become a phrase now that is just, like, unrealistic play," added Rory.

"In a five-day Test match, you should apply yourself. Playing at deliveries 'wide of off stump has not been part of the fundamentals, and that is largely because of the top order."

The Remaining Matches

When questioned if he believed England will secure a victory in the current series, came the reply: "The evidence suggests the Aussies are just too good currently."

"It will require more than one player that stands up for England and makes a big impact."

Even with the series lost, the group remains anticipating the trip.

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

"Naturally, it's unfortunate we aren't fighting for more, but we have made a substantial financial commitment by now."

"We plan to savor having Christmas and New Year out there. This will be mine and Rory's first time abroad over Christmas."

An educator, Katie is intent on maximizing the long-haul travel as part of her seasonal break.

"Should the cricket disappoint, I can play golf to rely on," she added.