England, and Alastair Cook in particular, will have mixed reviews on this southern Australian city, but purely for cricketing reasons. Though they’ve had mixed fortunes there in recent times, in 2017/18 it will be unique as the scene of a first day/night Ashes Test.

An attraction that England cricketers would recommend is the National Wine Centre. David Gower would certainly have headed to the ‘Wined Bar’, which boasts Australia’s largest tasting experience: 120 wines all deliciously preserved thanks to the installation of state-of-the-art Enomatic dispensing machines. Afterwards jump next door to the Adelaide Botanic Garden with your new favourite Sauvignon Blanc and enjoy the sunshine – or maybe grab another bottle to go with the Christmas turkey?

All this sightseeing can be hungry work so satisfy those ravenous desires at the Adelaide Central Market. The market has been the centre of South Australian food for nearly 150 years and with 8.5 million visitors to feed every year the fresh produce just keeps coming. Big Table is a go-to breakfast spot in the market, the incredible apple crumble French toast with chai cream certainly sounds like how champions begin their day.

A short tram ride away sits Glenelg, a peaceful seaside town only 12km from Adelaide. Stroll along the beach and relax, the serenity of the place can really help you get ready for a cricket match whether watching or spectating.