Affordable destinations for September sunshine and Autumn Trends
Key Takeaways
- With 80% of Irish people prioritising price when it comes to accommodation, autumn emerges as the best season for affordable stays on Airbnb
- New Airbnb trends show the most popular and affordable destinations for those looking for their final sunshine fix, from the exotic islands of Thailand to the dramatic coastal gems of Italy
- This autumn, Irish travellers are venturing to far flung destinations like Japan and Brazil, while also embracing traditional autumn getaways in Europe and places closer to home in Ireland
Key Takeaways
- With 80% of Irish people prioritising price when it comes to accommodation, autumn emerges as the best season for affordable stays on Airbnb
- New Airbnb trends show the most popular and affordable destinations for those looking for their final sunshine fix, from the exotic islands of Thailand to the dramatic coastal gems of Italy
- This autumn, Irish travellers are venturing to far flung destinations like Japan and Brazil, while also embracing traditional autumn getaways in Europe and places closer to home in Ireland
As the summer fades and autumn leaves appear, Airbnb today reveals the most affordable destinations for Irish people to prolong their summer, indulge in some last minute September sunshine, and make the most of fewer crowds.
As Ireland’s travel enthusiasts look towards planning their next trip for autumn1, Airbnb also unveils its top international and domestic travel trends for the season – from Italian countryside escapes to Irish coastal getaways.
Off season savings
From smaller crowds to milder weather, travelling off-season has its perks. One of the best kept secrets is how affordable autumn travel can be when compared to the summer and peak winter months.
Based on new Airbnb data, 80% of Irish people say price is an important contributing factor when deciding on accommodation and 60% said that they saved money by choosing Airbnb over other accommodation options2.
When comparing price-per-night over recent years on Airbnb, prices during the year tend to be the lowest in the September through November timeframe, making this a great opportunity for guests to travel affordably3.
The top affordable destinations for last-minute September sunshine
From the spectacular temples and exotic islands of Thailand to the dramatic coastal gems of Italy, below are some destinations that offer the best savings in September and throughout autumn for Irish guests4. With warm, comfortable climates and fewer tourists compared to peak travel times, these spots offer relaxed exploration at an affordable cost.
Italy
Thailand
Greece
2024 Autumn Trends: Culture treks, European autumn, Italian getaways, and the Wild Atlantic Way
This autumn, Irish people are seeking longer-haul ‘culture treks’ to Japan and Brazil. In particular, Kyoto in Japan, featured in the international trending list, has a rich cultural offering with historic temples, traditional gardens, and vibrant autumn foliage. While Armação dos Búzios in Brazil provides a blend of natural beauty and cultural charm with pristine beaches, lively atmosphere, and picturesque streets. These destinations promise immersive cultural exploration for Irish travellers.
With reduced travel costs, temperatures and crowds, it’s also clear that Irish people are extending the ‘European Summer’ trend into autumn, with searches for destinations like Tías in the Canary Islands, Budva in Montenegro, and TikTok-favourite, Lisbon, soaring in the autumn months.
Autumn travel trends for 2024 are very much an Italian job. From the rolling hills of Tuscany to the historic city of Milan, down to the idyllic islands of Sardinia, these destinations across Italy continue to be firm favourites this autumn for the Irish looking to enjoy sun, sea and scenery.
Airbnb data also shows that Irish people are embracing the beauty of traditional autumnal escapes closer to home in rural Ireland, with a pull towards the charming coastal destinations such as the picturesque island of Inishbofin, County Galway and the seaside resort of Ballybunion, County Kerry. Many Irish guests are looking to spend their autumn evenings, wrapped up warm watching the Atlantic waves crashing against the rugged coastline.
| Trending international destinations this Autumn (Irish guests)5 | Trending domestic (Irish) destinations this Autumn (Irish guests)6 |
| Cascais, Lisbon, Portugal Puglia, Italy Tías, Canary Islands, Spain Olbia, Sardinia, Italy Kyoto, Japan Milan, Lombardy, Italy Budva, Montenegro Armação dos Búzios, Brazil Tarragona, Spain Dalaman, Turkey |
Wexford Town, Co. Wexford Dunfanaghy, Co. Donegal Strandhill Co. Sligo Inishbofin, Co. Galway Doolin, Co. Clare Ballybunion, Co. Kerry Clonakilty Co. Cork Killarney Co. Kerry Belmullet Co. Mayo Lisdoonvarna Co. Clare |
For guests who are booking their travel plans this year and need help finding the cream of the crop, Airbnb has launched Guest Favourites, a collection of the 2 million most-loved homes on Airbnb based on ratings, reviews, and reliability. Whether guests are travelling internationally or domestically, Guest Favourites make it easy for guests to find the best place to stay to make the most of their trip. Head to Airbnb to explore the Guest Favourites