Traveling in the off-season, November, December and January, comes with a bevy of benefits — think more cost-effective airfares and hotels and less rubbing shoulders with throngs of tourists. But there's a real appeal to the destination in the busiest season. More events will be staged and more attractions will be open in May, September and October. If you're on a tight budget, generally offers the cheapest hotel rates. Expect to pay more for a bed in .