"Maximizing Savings: The Financial Benefits of Shoulder Season Travel Revealed for 5 Popular Destinations"
Originally Published 1 year ago — by CNBC
As travelers seek to save money without compromising their trips, "shoulder season" travel, booked between high and low seasons, is becoming increasingly popular, with some destinations experiencing longer high seasons and fewer distinct low seasons. However, as demand for travel remains strong even during off-peak times, the savings are diminishing. An analysis of hotel rates in five popular destinations revealed that traveling during shoulder seasons can still result in significant savings, particularly in the Maldives and Rome, where avoiding peak season can save hundreds or thousands of dollars in hotel charges alone.