Vrbo reveals top beach destinations for shoulder season savings

Vrbo reveals top beach destinations for shoulder season savings

Vacation home prices set to drop in September and October for beach getaways 

AUSTIN, Texas – Sept. 2, 2022 – New data from Vrbo® reveals that vacation home prices in many popular US beach destinations are poised to drop during this year’s shoulder season.

Typically starting after Labor Day, shoulder season is the time period between peak summer and the busy holiday travel seasons when vacation rental prices tend to drop and availability increases. This year, rates for private, whole vacation homes in some of the most popular beach destinations on Vrbo may drop over 25% on average during shoulder season [1].

Panama City Beach

This vacation home in Panama City Beach, Florida is located only two blocks from the beach.

Top beach destinations for shoulder season savings on Vrbo include:

  • Outer Banks, North Carolina
  • Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
  • Fort Walton Beach, Florida
  • Panama City Beach, Florida
  • Ocean City, Maryland
  • Gulf Shores, Alabama
  • South Padre Island, Texas
  • Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
  • Corpus Christi & Port Aransas, Texas
  • Miramar & Rosemary Beach, Florida
Gulf Shores

This beachside cottage in Gulf Shores, Alabama offers incredible ocean views.

South Padre

This property in South Padre Island, Texas is just a short walk from the beach and comes with a private pool.

In addition to cost savings, shoulder season travelers can take advantage of better vacation home selection and less crowded beaches compared to the prime summer months [2]. Many beach locales also continue to stay warm during this period. For example, in September and October, Panama City Beach, Florida; Gulf Shores, Alabama and South Padre Island, Texas have historically had average daytime temperatures of 75 to 85 degrees Fahrenheit [3].

“We weren’t sure if shoulder season would happen this year because demand for summer beach vacation homes has been so high, but based on Vrbo pricing and availability data, we’re happy to see that shoulder season has returned,” said Alison Kwong, Vrbo spokesperson. “Families can still head to the beach and enjoy a sunny, warm vacation even during the traditional fall months, at a lower price.

To find vacation homes in these beach destinations and others like them, visit vrbo.com/travel/beach or download the Vrbo app.

[1]: Based on U.S. Vrbo vacation rental rates for September and October 2022 compared to June – August 2022.

[2] Based on U.S. Vrbo vacation rental demand for September and October 2022 compared to June – August 2022.

[3] Based on historical monthly average temperatures from Weather.com.

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In 1995, Vrbo introduced a new way for people to travel together, pairing homeowners with families and friends looking for places to stay. We were grounded in one purpose: To give people the space they need to drop the distractions of everyday life and simply be together.

Since then, we’ve grown into a global community of homeowners and travelers, with unique properties around the world. Vrbo makes it easy and fun to book cabins, condos, beach houses and every kind of space in between. 

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