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Compared to 2020, traveling in 2021 was more challenging. Demand for travel surged, but the tourism industry's workforce hadn't yet recovered from the pandemic, leading to poor service and long waits at airports and hotels. Therefore, traveling between seasons allows tourists to experience travel in a completely relaxed manner.
The definition of "shoulder season" varies depending on the destination. However, the simplest understanding is the transition period between the peak and off-peak tourist seasons. This period can last from a few months to a few weeks. The definition of the "shoulder season" differs from country to country.
In Vietnam, the peak tourist season falls between June and August. The transition period to the cooler tourist season is around September and October. According to tourism experts, the transitional season is an ideal time to travel if tourists want to enjoy a less crowded trip at an affordable cost.
Prices have cooled down.
The transitional season is when prices cool down.
According to an analysis by NerdWallet, a US financial company, average airfares during the transitional season are typically about 23% cheaper than during peak season. This statistic is based on a survey of over 100 of the most popular routes in the US, across eight major airlines worldwide. Flights during major holidays such as Christmas, New Year, and Easter usually have the highest prices. Flights two weeks before or after these holidays are often up to 50% cheaper.
A better travel experience.
The transitional season usually sees fewer tourists.
During peak season, amusement parks are usually bustling with a wide variety of attractions, but visitors inevitably face crowds while waiting to buy tickets. Conversely, after the peak season, attractions become less crowded, but some may not operate regularly.
According to travel experts, tourists should choose to travel in September if they want to avoid crowds and enjoy more experiences. Additionally, the weather at this time is usually more pleasant than in the summer.
However, during the transitional seasons, accommodations often undergo maintenance, and some may close their swimming pools. Several airlines may also reduce flights during this time due to decreased demand. Travelers should plan ahead to avoid missing their flights.
Favorable weather
Enjoy a relaxing travel experience.
The transitional period between seasons offers neither the sweltering heat of summer nor the biting cold of winter. Generally, the weather around September and October is quite pleasant for tourism activities. In contrast, summer is peak tourist season, with amusement parks often wet and muddy due to sudden rain showers, not to mention the crowds of young children on summer vacation. The beaches are packed with people and the oppressive heat is a stark contrast to the mild weather of the transitional period.
Enjoy full service.
Enjoy a worry-free travel experience.
Some hotels often take advantage of the off-season to renovate and upgrade their pools, rooms, and recreational areas. Therefore, if you visit during this season, you may not be able to use all the hotel's amenities. The same applies to airlines, where many flights are canceled and there are fewer convenient departure times, which can affect your travel plans. However, if you travel during the off-season, flights aren't as drastically canceled as during the low season, so you still have many options. Hotels also won't be rushing to renovate or close any areas during this time, so you can still enjoy all the amenities during your stay.
