'Everyone's giving me grief' regarding the Ashes being over before I get there.

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

Realistically, they'd hope for an contest for the urn in Australia where they still have a chance to secure the famous trophy 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 successive Ashes series on their own soil.

England's famous supporters' group, the vocal contingent, have 3,000 fans making the journey for the concluding fixtures in the SCG and MCG.

In addition, there are organized trips who will celebrate the holidays in Australia, as well as relatives and companions planning a special expedition.

The Disappointed Travelers

Four fans named Alex, Sam, Rory and Katie are four such fans.

The four siblings had their travel arrangements and match passes booked for the Melbourne and Sydney matches "well ahead of time", anticipating a rare England series success.

From afar, they've seen Australia dismantle the tourists in just a short period from their residence in their hometown.

"Everyone at work has been giving me grief that the series is done for the last two weeks," stated Sam Ryding.

"Our expectation had been that we would have a meaningful contest upon our arrival."

Lowered Expectations

There was plenty of positivity concerning a potential victory of ending their 15-year wait for a triumph on Australian soil before it began.

But they are now looking at the possibility of extending their winless run in the country to 19 matches when the Boxing Day Test begins in Melbourne this week.

Ben Stokes' side - and their followers - will be hoping to sidestep a clean sweep.

It was mentioned that the "entertainment" of head coach the positive style of play in recent years had "reinvigorated" the longest format for English supporters.

However, the group said they had low expectations 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 become a phrase now that is just, like, unrealistic play," commented another sibling.

"During a long match, you should dig in. Chasing balls 'sixth stump' areas has not been part of the textbooks, and that is largely because of the top order."

Looking Ahead

Prompted about 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 several individuals that makes a significant contribution and makes a big impact."

Even with the series lost, the siblings are still looking forward to the trip.

"It will be a great time regardless," commented Katie Ryding. "We have to go with that attitude."

"Obviously it is a let-down we don't have more to play for, but we have invested a significant amount as it is."

"We plan to savor celebrating the holidays overseas. This will be mine and Rory's first time abroad over Christmas."

A teacher, Katie is intent on maximizing the long-haul travel as part of her time off.

"As a backup plan, I've got golf to rely on," she finished.