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Shoulder season

What does shoulder season mean in travel?

The definition

The period between a destination's peak and low seasons, often offering lower prices, fewer crowds and decent weather.

What it really means

The season advisors book for themselves.

In the wild

“Go to Greece in late September. It's shoulder season and the sea is still warm.”

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