# Shifts in global travel and tourism trends

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/shifts-in-global-travel-and-tourism-trends
> Updated: 2026-09-17T14:30:00.000Z. Sources: 7. Developments: 2.

Global travel patterns are undergoing a shift toward off-peak seasons and specialized activities. Travelers are increasingly opting for the “shoulder season” to avoid peak summer crowds and high costs. Data indicates a significant rise in autumn travel, with luxury bookings and short fall trips seeing substantial year-over-year increases.\n\nAlongside seasonal shifts, there is a growing preference for adventure-based tourism over traditional seaside holidays. This move toward high-risk activities, such as via ferrata climbing and rafting, is creating new challenges for the insurance industry, as standard policies may not cover extreme sports or high-altitude trekking.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-17: Travelers increasingly shift major vacations to autumn shoulder season

Travelers are increasingly choosing autumn for vacations to avoid summer crowds and heat, with fall bookings rising significantly according to industry data.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/travelers-increasingly-shift-major-vacations-to-autumn-shoulder-season

### 2026-09-16: Travel trends shift toward adventure sports and off-peak seasons

Travelers are increasingly choosing adventure sports and off-peak September vacations to avoid crowds and high costs, though active pursuits like via ferrata require specialized insurance.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/travel-trends-shift-toward-adventure-sports-and-off-peak-seasons

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