1. Croatia

Americans and Europeans alike flock to Croatia for summer vacations, thanks to the country’s incredible beaches and national parks — so it obviously gets quite crowded, not to mention hot. Wait until September and early October to visit, and you’ll enjoy slightly milder weather and tourist attractions sans crowds. Note that many restaurants and hotels outside of the major cities close for the winter starting in late October, so plan accordingly.

2. Disney World

It makes sense that Disney World is a mad house during summer and around the holidays since that typically aligns with school breaks in the United States. If you wait until much of the country returns to school in September to plan your trip, you’ll be rewarded with hotel deals and better pricing at the parks. The best perk? Lines that won’t make you want to stomp your Mickey ears into the dirt.

3. Hawaii

Whichever island you choose, you’ll still find warm weather in Hawaii during the fall —but fewer crowds than during the summer and winter months. But the best reason to visit Hawaii in shoulder season is the lower prices. The cost of hotels and flights in September can be a fraction of what you would pay in January or February. And we say the more extra cash you have to spend on shave ice, the better.

4. Iceland

In the last decade, Iceland has become one of the world’s most popular tourist destinations, as evidenced by the hordes of people that flock there in July and August. To appreciate the country’s waterfalls and hot springs without a hundred selfie-taking tourists blocking your view, plan your visit for the fall instead. The weather stays warm until early October, so you can still comfortably explore Iceland’s stunning outdoor attractions in relative peace and quiet. You might even have some room to stretch your arms out in the Blue Lagoon.