Traveling off-season is gaining increased popularity as more and more people want to avoid the crowds and enjoy the best tourist spots peacefully and in tranquility. Although it's hard to define what exactly is ‘in season’ in the world of travel,as certain destinations attract visitors throughout the year for different reasons. Famous city break destinations such as Paris, London and New York have a steady flow of visitors all year around while some other destinations are more popular at particular times of the year due to more favorable weather conditions.
Since the negative effects of the pandemic on the travel sector and people becoming more aware of sustainable tourism, more destinations are working on expanding their offerings during the low seasons. A common strategy to attract visitors during those off-peak times is through organizing various festivals, art programs, popularizing village tourism and local arts and crafts. It goes without saying that prices of top-rated accommodations can be found much lower and you wouldn’t have to wait for a table at the top-notch restaurants to enjoy a delicious meal. You can indulge in luxurious experiences and settings at more affordable prices at popular destinations.
Below you can find some suggestions of how to organize luxury travel during the off-season and some activities you can choose to follow.
Visiting London
If you're looking to experience the ultimate VIP experience while traveling in the UK, in a comfortable, safe, and tailored manner, Evan Evans Tours offers unforgettable private tours in Britain. This way, you can visit the places that you and the travelers on your journey really want to see - peacefully. Discover London's most iconic places like the Tower of London and St. Paul's Cathedral or get a full immersion into the UK's most incredible landmarks, such as Windsor Castle and Stonehenge.
Visiting New York
There is never a wrong time to visit this amazing city as it has tons to offer its visitors. However if you are looking to avoid the crowds, plan your visit from September to March or April to June when kids are still at school and families are less likely to travel. These periods also offer the perfect weather for long walks in Central Park or any other outdoor activities you might choose to do. A unique experience for the gastronomes is to book a place for The Michelin Progressive Meal which provides an amazing opportunity to visit 3 Michelin-Starred restaurants in one evening and please your senses.
Visiting Paris
This beautiful city of love is typically a big hit all year around but the fall months might be considered as off-season. With its great many options of accommodation establishments it can get a little overwhelming to choose the perfect place, so have a read through these recommendations for the best hotels to stay in Paris to narrow your choices. Depending on your personal preferences, you might choose to explore the art museums of the city, immerse in the fall foliage in one of its beautiful gardens or parks or just kick back and relax with a glass of wine appreciating the beauty of your surroundings.
The above suggestions are great ideas for city break experiences but if you are searching for something more exotic or off the beaten track you might consider overlanding as your pick for an off-season traveling option. Some might ask, but what is overlanding? It’s traveling to remote destinations for an adventure travel using your own vehicle. If this sounds like something that excites you, look more into it and get planning for your next off-season trip.
