The most affordable times to visit the world's priciest destinations

In travel as in life, timing is everything. The latest example comes from a price analysis done by TripAdvisor Vacation Rentals, which found dramatic discounts in top destinations depending on travel dates.

Obviously there are limits to this method — you don't want to go to the beach when it's too cold to swim or to a ski resort with no snow — but in many cases a small time shift can bring lodging prices way down.

Browse the slideshow above to see the desirable destinations where you can score big savings this year.

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