Tips for Tuesdays: Shoulder Season - December

Today's Tip: Looking for great deals, fewer crowds, and near-perfect weather? Here's where you should go in the month of December:

• Costa Rica: After months of rain, the clouds are finally thinning. Go through mid-December to take advantage of the shoulder season.
• North American Rockies and European Alps: The snow has returned, but the winter season is just beginning. Go from late November through mid-December to take advantage of the shoulder season. 

Tips for Tuesdays: Shoulder Season - November

Today's Tip: Looking for great deals, fewer crowds, and near-perfect weather? Here's where you should go in the month of November:

• Tahiti, Fiji and the South Pacific: The water is crystal clear before cyclone season, making it a great time for snorkeling and diving.
• The Caribbean and Mexico's Riviera Maya: Before the holiday rush, beaches are empty and it's easy to find hotel deals. Go through mid-December to take advantage of the shoulder season before the holidays.