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Beautiful weather, classic snacks and legendary venues - what more could an Three Lions follower desire?

Well, perhaps an contest for the urn in Australia where they remain in contention to win back the Ashes following the initial matches.

Unfortunately, this scenario is off the table during this tour, after a comprehensive victory by 82 runs in Adelaide left the home side with a 3-0 lead for the fourth successive Ashes series on home turf.

The Barmy Army, the organized fan base, have thousands of supporters flying out for the concluding fixtures in New South Wales and Victoria.

There are also organized trips who will spend the Christmas period overseas, as well as loved ones heading for a once-in-a-lifetime trip.

The Ryding Siblings

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

The four siblings had their flights and tickets booked for the Boxing Day and New Year Tests "well ahead of time", dreaming of a long-awaited triumph.

Instead, they have watched Australia outplay the visitors in just 11 days from their residence in the north of England.

"Everyone at work has been giving me grief 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."

Fading Positivity

Optimism was high concerning a potential victory of breaking a 15-year drought for a victory down under ahead of the tour.

But they are now staring down the barrel of prolonging a streak without victory in the country to 19 consecutive Tests when the next match starts in the MCG on Christmas Day.

The England team - and their fans - will be desperate to avoid a dreaded 5-0 scoreline.

It was mentioned that the "thrill and enjoyment" of head coach the positive style of play in the past couple of seasons had "brought fresh energy to" the five-day game for followers of the team.

But the Ryding siblings said they had realistic outlooks for the final two games - and all they are requesting from the players is "a show of spirit".

"All analysts references this, but it all is about mental resilience. 'The aggressive approach has been elevated to a term now that is just, like, unrealistic play," stated Rory Ryding.

"In a five-day Test match, you should hunker down. Chasing balls 'sixth stump' areas has not been part of the coaching manuals, and that is mainly the fault the batting lineup."

Future Prospects

When questioned if he believed England will win a match in the current series, one fan responded: "It appears the Aussies are just too good at the moment."

"There is going to have to be several individuals that delivers for the team and produces a match-winning display."

Despite the scoreline, the siblings are still anticipating the trip.

"It will be a fantastic experience anyway," added another sibling. "Our approach is that attitude."

"Obviously it is a let-down we can't contest the series, but we have spent so much money already."

"We plan to savor spending the festive season out there. Additionally, it's mine and Rory's first time abroad over Christmas."

A schoolteacher, Katie is determined to make the most of the long-haul travel as part of her seasonal break.

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