# Fall travel deals shrink as shoulder-season demand boosts prices

Bargain hunters are finding fewer fall travel discounts as strong demand during the shoulder season drives prices higher. The shift means travelers planning autumn trips may need to book earlier or adjust budgets.

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- [Fox News Business](https://www.foxbusiness.com/lifestyle/fall-travel-bargains-fading-shoulder-season-demand-drives-up-prices) — Wed, 19 Aug 2026 00:35:41 GMT