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Golden sun, savory pies and iconic stadiums - what else would an supporter of the English team possibly want?

Ideally, they'd want an contest for the urn in Australia where they retain a possibility to secure the famous trophy once the opening games are done.

That will not be happening during this tour, after a comprehensive triumph in Adelaide gave Australia 3-0 up for the fourth consecutive series on Australian grounds.

The Barmy Army, England's supporters' group, have 3,000 fans making the journey for the last two matches in Sydney and Melbourne.

In addition, there are tour groups who will be vacationing overseas, as well as relatives and companions embarking on a special expedition.

The Disappointed Travelers

The Ryding siblings are a prime example.

The group had their flights and tickets arranged for the fourth and fifth Tests "a full year in advance", anticipating a historic English victory.

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 making comments about it being over for the last two weeks," commented one sibling.

"The hope was that we would have a meaningful contest by the time we arrived."

Fading Positivity

There was plenty of positivity regarding the team's prospects of ending their 15-year wait for a triumph on Australian soil before it began.

However, the situation is now staring down the barrel of extending their winless run in the country to 19 consecutive Tests when the next match starts in the MCG on Christmas Day.

The England team - and their supporters - will be hoping to sidestep a whitewash.

One sibling noted the "thrill and enjoyment" of head coach the positive style of play in the past couple of seasons had "reinvigorated" the five-day game for England fans.

However, the group said they had minimal hopes for the fourth and fifth Tests - and all they are requesting from the players is "some resilience".

"Every pundit points it out, but it all comes down to psychological strength. 'Bazball' has been become a phrase now that is just, like, nonsense cricket," stated Rory Ryding.

"Over the course of five days, you should dig in. Wafting outside 'outside the line has never featured in the textbooks, and that is primarily due to the top order."

The Remaining Matches

Asked whether he believed England will win a match in the current series, Sam said: "It looks like the Aussies are just too good at the moment."

"There is going to have to be several individuals that makes a significant contribution and produces a match-winning display."

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

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

"Obviously it is unfortunate we aren't fighting for more, but we have invested a significant amount as it is."

"We plan to savor having Christmas and New Year out there. Additionally, it's a new experience for us abroad at this time of year."

An educator, Katie is focused on enjoying the 21,000-mile round-trip as part of her Christmas holidays.

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