#shoulder season
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Fall Is the New Summer: Data, October Picks, Foliage Calendar
Oct 6: fall travel data — Virtuoso 'fall is the new summer' (autumn bookings +59%, Oct +59%, Nov +70%; Riviera +179%, Greek islands +130%, Puglia +78%.
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Mid-October Sweet Spot: Foliage Peaks and Gentle Cities
Oct 5: mid-October sweet-spot guide — foliage week two (Bavaria, Bled, Sóller; second-week gold, fewer people) + gentle cities (Seville 27°C, Cyprus mid-20s.
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October Shoulder Season: 9 European Picks for Autumn 2026
Oct 2026: the shoulder-season edit — Seville 27°C, Cyprus mid-20s, Malta's Notte Bianca Oct 3, Sicily, Tenerife, affordable Dubrovnik + autumn colour at Bled.
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Fall Is the New Summer: Luxury Travel Bookings Jump 59%
Fall is the new peak season: luxury travel bookings up 59%, September sales +77% (Virtuoso 2026). Fall is no longer shoulder season — it's peak season.
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Why Shoulder Season is the Best Time to Travel in 2026
Discover the benefits of traveling during shoulder season, including lower prices, fewer crowds, and a more authentic experience. Learn how to plan your trip...
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