Before changeable days and chill winds, there’s a time in Europe (and slightly further afield) when the crowds have gone but the sun has stayed. Shoulder season is ideal for a hassle-free trip, especially since summer’s surging prices have disappeared with the school holidays.

Where is best to go though? Places such as Crete and Mallorca may pitch autumn as great for holiday but, in reality, the weather can be temperamental – and that can ruin a holiday (I speak from personal experience). Meanwhile, many Mediterranean towns and islands have a surprisingly short season, shutting up shop in September and leaving tourists struggling to find…

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