Travel trends

Travel surveys point toward a longer shoulder season

A July travel-industry roundup highlights survey respondents considering September and October trips. The finding is about reported intentions, not proof that every destination is cheaper or quieter.

The brief

TravelAge West’s July 24 roundup brings together several summer-travel surveys. It reports that Campspot respondents were considering extending summer travel into September and October, while Deloitte’s survey also described more planned trips after Labor Day.

The studies have different audiences and methods, so their percentages should not be combined into a single national estimate. Their shared planning idea is useful: travel outside a peak summer window may be worth comparing, but the actual cost and experience depend on the place and dates.

For your next trip

What to do with this information.

Compare nearby dates and check seasonal opening times, rainfall and daylight before choosing a quieter-looking week. A shoulder-season trip is not automatically a lower-price trip.

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