Both positions have their merits regarding the influence of local events on destination choice, but practical reality lies somewhere in the middle.
On one hand, it is true that budget constraints or availability often take precedence, making fixed travel dates unavoidable, like for our compatriots traveling for Eid and constrained by religious dates.
On the other hand, ignoring local events entirely would be a mistake, as they can turn an ordinary experience into a memorable adventure or, conversely, into a logistical nightmare.
An balanced approach would integrate these two aspects, planning according to priorities while seeking to optimize the experience with events.