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Sunshine, meat pies and world-famous cricket grounds - what else would an supporter of the English team desire?

Well, perhaps an contest for the urn in Australia where they retain a possibility to secure the famous trophy after the first three Tests.

That will not be happening during this tour, after the hosts' dominant triumph in Adelaide left the home side 3-0 up for the fourth straight contest on their own soil.

England's famous supporters' group, the vocal contingent, have a large group traveling for the final two Tests in the SCG and MCG.

There are also organized trips who will celebrate the holidays down under, as well as loved ones planning a special expedition.

The Disappointed Travelers

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

Alex, Sam, Rory and Katie had their travel arrangements and match passes arranged for the fourth and fifth Tests "12 months ago", hoping to witness a long-awaited triumph.

Instead, they have watched Australia defeat England convincingly in just a short period from their residence in Penwortham, Lancashire.

"Everyone at work has been making comments that the series is done for the last two weeks," commented one sibling.

"The hope was that we would have the series on the line by the time we arrived."

Diminishing Hope

There was plenty of positivity regarding the team's prospects of ending their 15-year wait for a series win in Australia ahead of the tour.

Yet now they are facing the prospect of prolonging a streak without victory in the country to 19 games when the next match starts in Melbourne on Thursday, 25 December.

The tourists - and their supporters - will be desperate to avoid a dreaded 5-0 scoreline.

It was mentioned that the "entertainment" of head coach the aggressive 'Bazball' approach in recent years had "renewed interest in" the longest format for followers of the team.

Yet the fans said they had low expectations for the final two games - and all they are asking for from the players is "some resilience".

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

"In a five-day Test match, you should apply yourself. Playing at deliveries 'outside the line has never been in the fundamentals, and that is largely because of the top order."

Looking Ahead

When questioned if he believed England will win a match in the current series, came the reply: "The evidence suggests the Aussies are just too good right now."

"There is going to have to be several individuals that makes a significant contribution and turns the game."

Despite the scoreline, the group remains looking forward to the trip.

"It will be a wonderful trip nonetheless," added another sibling. "Our approach is that outlook."

"Naturally, it's disappointing we aren't fighting for more, but we have spent so much money by now."

"We will make the most of having Christmas and New Year overseas. It is also a new experience for us traveling during the festive period."

A schoolteacher, Katie is determined to make the most of the 21,000-mile round-trip as part of her seasonal break.

"Should the cricket disappoint, I can play golf to fall back on," Katie concluded.