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The travel shoulder season is shrinking — and so are the savings
Monday, August 31, 2026
The travel shoulder season — the period between peak and low seasons in many destinations — has historically offered lower prices than peak travel times. Travel industry data shows prices during these periods have increased in recent years, narrowing the cost difference between shoulder and peak seasons.
Original reporting: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/08/31/travel-savings-shoulder-season.html