Airbnb recently shared its picks for affordable fall destinations to consider if you're hoping for a getaway this fall this year. shoulder season.
Shoulder season is a low season in many destinations. Fall follows summer but precedes the holiday season. This less crowded time can be a great opportunity to pamper yourself and enjoy a relaxing getaway. One of the benefits of traveling during the fall shoulder season is that destinations often have pleasant weather: it won't be too hot or too cold.
Airbnb's Affordable Fall Destinations was spreading the country. The vacation rental booking platform’s information was based on the “largest percentage drop” in nightly price. The periods analyzed were June to August 2023 and September to November 2023.
According to the report, travelers looking for Northeast destinations with reasonable nightly rates should consider Bangor, Maine; Somers Point, New Jersey; Erie, Pennsylvania; and Norfolk, Virginia. Midwest adventures should take place in West Des Moines, Iowa; and Omaha, Nebraska.
Those looking to explore closer to the West Coast should consider Spokane Valley, Washington, and Cheyenne, Wyoming. If you want save your coins While on vacation in the South, try Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, or Panama City, Florida.
What else should you consider when it comes to affordable fall travel during the off-season?
More than 85% of guests surveyed by Airbnb said price was a deciding factor when booking a place to stay on their platform or other accommodations. Keep in mind that if you're looking for a more popular fall destination, you should consider downtown hot spots rather than what's most affordable. You may also want to consider the best places for fall foliage.
Airbnb noted that North Dakota, Maine and Massachusetts had the three highest percentages of stays from September to November 2023. Domestic destinations with the highest growth in U.S. user searches this fall compared to last year were Miami Gardens, Florida, and Indianapolis, Indiana. Internationally, interest increased in Munich, Germany, and Brussels, Belgium.
