peak season

noun

: the time when tourists visit the most
During peak season, the island is very crowded.

Example Sentences

Recent Examples on the Web Since Belle, Hidden Valley, and White Tank campgrounds are first-come, first-served all year round, their sites fill up quickly every day during peak season. Maya Kachroo-levine, Travel + Leisure, 17 Apr. 2023 Today, up to 10,000 people visit daily during peak season, coming through the town of Page to park their buses or cars at the overlook’s paved lot. Jim Kristofic, Travel + Leisure, 13 Apr. 2023 American Meteorological Society expects that with the changing climate tornado season will escalate outside of the traditional peak season, which is March through May, according to a study published earlier this year. Julia Jacobo, ABC News, 4 Apr. 2023 Bianconi offers three boat tours during peak season: History on the Lake, Sunset Celebration, and Wineries by Water. Wendy O'dea, Travel + Leisure, 20 Mar. 2023 As usual, the highest costs will be for trips during peak season. Kathleen Wong, USA TODAY, 13 Mar. 2023 During peak season, a two-night minimum stay is required. Kathy Mcdonald, Variety, 13 Mar. 2023 By taking allergy medication before the peak season sets in, individuals may be able to lessen the severity of their symptoms. Julia Landwehr, Health, 28 Feb. 2023 Reservations are recommended and peak season rates are $39 an hour. Brittany Anas, Chron, 18 Feb. 2023 See More

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“Peak season.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/peak%20season. Accessed 1 Jun. 2023.

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