In the News – Booking your Summer Trip or Vacation

Travelers almost always want to know – am I booking at the right time, or will I save money by booking later. One of the travel planning and booking sites, announced its “Best Time to Book” report, revealing the least expensive times to book hotels for summer travel in popular destinations around the globe.  

The research showed that the best time periods to book can vary depending on the region or city where the traveler is looking to visit for summer and that for most destinations, the hotel rates change gradually over time, without dramatic increases or decreases in price.  For example, the least expensive time to book U.S. hotels is within two months of the summer trip, but U.S. hotel prices for summer remain fairly consistent throughout the year.  By comparison, for European hotels, the best time to book for summer is between three to five months out, when travelers can save 23 percent compared to the most expensive booking period.

The survey analyzed hotel booking and interest in nine popular regions around the world for the summer months of June, July and August. The best time to book was defined as periods when hotel prices were less than the average for the destination.  Below is the breakdown of potential savings for some of the area included in the study.

Best Time to Book Hotels for Summer in World Regions

U.S. hotel rates consistent but travelers can save by booking inside 2 months – U.S. hotel pricing remains fairly steady throughout the year, but those booking within 2 months of their summer trip can save 7% on their hotel.   

Plan for longer lead times when booking summer hotels in Europe – Travelers looking to visit Europe during the summer months should book their hotel rooms between 3-5 months out to save 23% percent.

Asia value to be had booking inside 3 months – Booking a hotel within three months of a summer trip is the best time in Asia, when travelers can save 23% versus peak pricing. 

Within 4 months best for the Caribbean – Booking within 4 months is the sweet spot for Caribbean hotels for summer when travelers can save 7% compared to the peak pricing periods.

Modest savings in Central America within 3 months – Booking a hotel within three months of a summer trip is the most cost-effective approach for Central America, when travelers can save 7% compared to peak price weeks.

Inside 4 months ideal for South America – Travelers planning a South American trip can find 20% savings by booking within four months of the trip.  For those willing to wait, they can save an additional 2-4% booking within the final few weeks before the travel date.

Within 4 months best for Middle East – For those planning a Middle East trip, inside 4 months is the optimal booking period when travelers can save 24%. Prices increase slightly during weeks 3-4 before dropping again for last minute deals within a couple of weeks of the travel date.

Wide booking window for African hotels – Travelers booking a hotel for summer in Africa can save 21% when booking within 5 months of the trip. Hotel rates rise slightly between 3-5 weeks out, before dropping in the final two weeks before the travel date.

South Pacific savings inside 5 months – For summer trips to the South Pacific, travelers can save 19% or more per night by booking within 5 months of their travel date.

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