[Santorini, Greece] * EVEN THE MOST POPULAR TOURIST DESTINATIONS HAVE SOME POINTS DURING THE YEAR WHEN IT'S AT ITS CHEAPEST PRICES. * TO SAVE OVER 50% OFF THE NORMAL COST, VISIT ST. BARTS DURING THE SECOND HALF OF OCTOBER. * IF YOU WANT A DREAM VACATION TO THE TURKS AND CAICOS, BOOK YOUR TRIP FOR THE SECOND WEEK OF OCTOBER. ------------------------- Pack your bags! TripAdvisor Rentals rounded up 10 top travel locales — from Dubai to St. Martin — and identified the most affordable times to visit. DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES Ashraf Jandali/Shutterstock Love glitz, glam, and over-the-top luxury? Dubai, AKA the "City of Gold," dazzles with its opulent hotels, grand spas, towering skyscrapers, and mega malls filled with designer outposts. (Not surprisingly, it made our list of the most popular destinations in the Middle East.) But a trip to this posh paradise doesn't have to come with a premium price tag ... that is if you go the second week in February when rates drop by 58%. Adding to its accolades, Dubai is also home to one of the coolest water slides in the world. ST. BARTS Shutterstock/Stacy Funderburke With its sandy beaches, exclusive resorts, and ritzy nightclubs, it's easy to see why St. Barts has long been the island of choice for socialites and celebs. Although it was rocked by Hurricane Irma in fall 2017, recovery efforts are well underway — and it won't be long before sky-high prices and swarms of sun-seekers return. You can save some serious dough (51%) by booking a trip in the back half of October. Warming: It's hurricane season, so be sure to buy travel insurance. Find out your ideal vacation, according to your zodiac sign. CATALINA ISLAND, CALIFORNIA Dale Gast/Shutterstock Despite its proximity to Los Angeles, Catalina Island feels like you've stumbled upon some undiscovered gem. Its romantic ambiance and unspoiled wilderness (88% is a protected nature preserve) make it a glorious weekend getaway. Summer sees an influx of tourists, which is fine, although if you're looking for a more secluded escape, consider the off-season. There are fewer crowds and costs drop significantly (46%) in January and February. Don't miss these secret island escapes around the globe. SEE THE REST OF THE STORY AT BUSINESS INSIDER SEE ALSO: * What to order at Chick-fil-A, based on your diet * Disneyland just announced a new Marvel land coming in 2020 — but some fans are mourning the death of one of their favorite rides because of it * Two easyJet pilots were filmed playing games on Snapchat while 30,000 feet in the air during a flight — and passengers are furious
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