Although Thanksgiving is largely an American holiday, the wealth of shopping that follows it—Black Friday, Cyber Monday, and now Travel Tuesday—has become a bit of a global phenomenon that has permeated nearly every industry.
Travel is no exception, and with holiday spending set to rise, the last weekend in November could be a crucial time to shop for great travel deals. We’ve got everything from hotel stays to cruise packages covered, so check out our list of the best travel deals available this Black Friday.
Flight deals
Qatar Airways
Starting November 16, Qatar Airways customers can enjoy huge savings on premium and economy class flights to a host of destinations in the US, Canada and Brazil. Offer valid for dates between December 30 and October 31, 2024. Expires November 24. Here is a little more information.
British Airways
BA haven’t announced their Black Friday deals yet, but it might be worth keeping an eye out for the announcement. The 2022 sale was mostly on flights to the US, but who knows what’s in store this year. In terms of early bird offers, there’s a sale on business class seats right now – check out their website here.
easyJet
Last year, travel until June 2023 to Europe, Morocco and Turkey was available for just £30. There are already some super cheap December flights on offer, and with a history of deals like this, definitely keep an eye on their website.
Virgin Atlantic
Pre-Black Friday deals from this airline include deals on trips to Orlando – check them out here. Keep an eye on their website for more offers as the big weekend approaches.
Jet2Holidays
For its Winter Sale, Jet2 is offering up to £50 (€57, $62) off holidays for this upcoming season. Check out their website for more details.
Skyscanner
Ok, this is actually a flight comparison site. But what easier way could there be to compare all the live trades? Keep an eye on their webpage for a whole bunch of Black Friday information and read their tips for the best deals.
Hotel deals
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Accor’s deals are yet to be announced for 2023, but in 2022 there were hotels on sale at a 25 percent discount – and the deals were available for a generous window until June this year. Stay tuned here for details here.
Booking.com
Great discounts on accommodation and attractions will be available from the Booking.com website. All types of accommodation will be offered at discounts of up to 30 percent, and the cost of activities will be reduced by up to 25 percent. Take a look here.
Expedia
The hotel comparison site is offering members up to 30 percent off travel booked before November 29. Still not a member? Sign up and this discount will apply to your trip if taken before the end of 2023. Here’s the website.
CitizenM
The hotel’s website is offering up to 30 percent off stays for bookings made before November 27, with travel that can be taken anytime before March 31, 2024. Take a look here.
Viceroy Hotels and Resorts
The Viceroy Cyber Sale will offer up to 35 percent off for a limited time. Expect details here.
Luxury lodges
Looking for a last minute winter getaway or planning well ahead for next year? You’re in luck, thanks to the 25 percent discount that will apply to Luxury Lodges resorts. From 20 to 27 November, five-star self-catering properties across the UK will have a quarter off all stays until 31 December next year. Here is their website.
Hard Rock Hotel
This hotel chain is pulling out all the stops for Black Friday. There’s 50 percent off all-inclusive resorts, 20 to 30 percent off all hotel room rates, and the potential for flexible check-in/check-out and upgrades. Deal expires December 5 for stays between December 18 and August 31, 2024. View here.
Secret Escapes
Until November 28, you can get up to 50 percent off beach breaks, spa and wellness breaks, city tours and winter sun. Consider everything from a glamorous five-star stay overlooking Dubai Creek to an Austrian Alpine retreat. More information here.
Sonesta Hotels
Sonesta is offering up to 30 percent off when you log in or sign up as a Travel Pass member and book by Nov. 30—just remember to use the code CYBER. Take a look here.
Shorefield Holidays
In their biggest ever Black Friday sale, Shorefield Holidays are slashing prices on their self-catering, hiking and camping holidays by up to 40 per cent. Expires midnight November 27th. More information here.
Luxury hotels in Crete and Halkidiki
Wyndham Grand Crete Mirabello Bay and Ajul Luxury Hotel and Spa Resort are offering up to 30 percent off stays and the offer is available from November 15 to 30. More information on the Wyndham and Ajul websites.
Hayat
Hyatt has several deals this Black Friday. You can take up to 60 per cent off at participating hotels, in partnership with booking platform Mr & Mrs Smith, or you can use the code STAYNOW for up to 20 per cent off. There’s even more on their website.
SB Winemaker’s House & Spa Suites
There’s a 30 percent discount at this boutique Argentinian estate, where guests can make the most of spa amenities, delicious local cuisine, and literally drink in the vineyards. There is more about this on the website.
Velas Resorts in Mexico
Get this offer with up to 20 percent off nightly rates, free stays for kids, 50 percent off teens and airport transfers at Velas Resorts in Mexico. Expires November 26. Read more on their website.
Package offers
Contiki
Contiki is a ‘social travel’ company for 18-35 year olds and their Black Friday deals will be available from Monday 13 November. Voyages to Italy, Japan and Mexico are just some of the destinations that will be discounted, so keep an eye on their website for more details.
Exotic
Throughout November, this package travel company is running flash sales of up to 70 percent off trips and top-selling itineraries. Think ‘Palaces and Deserts of Rajasthan’ or ‘Land of the Primates’. Expires November 15th – see here for more information.
G Adventures
Small-group adventure company G Adventures this year is offering travelers up to 30 percent off small-group tours that depart before April 30, 2024. Trips on offer include Bali: Beaches and Boat Tours and Amazon to the Andes, but there is much more on their website. Expires November 30. More information here.
lastminute.com
This European holiday package company is all set to offer bargains on its travel packages from November 20. Expires November 28th. Look here for more information.
WeRoad
This millennial-focused small-group adventure company is offering 20 percent off a bunch of tours starting as early as December. Trips are available to Chile and Argentina, Cuba, Vietnam, Mexico and Costa Rica, available November 20-27. There’s more on their website.
Love holidays
Details of loveholidays’ Black Friday deals are coming soon – last year the company offered up to 15 per cent off selected hotels. Follow this page.
Thomas Cook
This vacation package company should announce their deals ON Black Friday. Check out their website on November 24 for some great holiday and hotel deals. Read more information here.
AttractionTicket.com
Tickets and hotels in the US will be ten percent off with code BLACKFRIDAY until November 27th. There will be big savings on passes like Orlando Freedom Tickets, plus many more – read all about it here.
Newmarket Holidays
This company’s collection of tours, including three new ones, will be eligible for up to 15 percent off now through December 4. More information here.
Cruise deals
Costa
Costa’s Black Friday deals mean you can book travel for from £299 (€342, $370) per person until December 12. This starting price does not include a mandatory hotel stay, but their list of trips looks pretty exciting. Here is a little more information.
Royal Caribbean International
The cruise line is offering a discount of up to £625 (€715, $775), as well as a £99 (€113, $123) children’s sailing and some luxury drinks packages. Here’s more info on their Cyber Monday sales.
ATP & Travelmarvel
The river and yacht cruise specialists have launched their two-week Black Friday sale, with savings, free business class flight upgrades, on-board credits and low booking deposits available all holiday 2024. Ends 27 November. Travelmarvel’s flexible four-star cruise includes deals on Danube River and Vietnam tours, and APT’s luxury program includes a “Magnificent Europe” cruise. Check out the website here.
An inspiring journey
Inspiring Travel is offering seven nights for the price of five at Nanuku Resort on Vitu Levu. Includes international flights via Los Angeles with British Airways and Fiji Airways, seven nights in a Nanuku suite, breakfast, airport and private transfers. The offer is valid for travel between 29 April to 2 June 2024 and 13 January to 31 March 2025. Check out their website.
Virgin Travel
Virgin Voyages is offering up to 30 percent off all voyages from now until the end of 2024 and a bar tab of $600 for sailings over 7 nights, $300 for 4-6 night sailings and $125 for 3 nights or less. Expires November 30. There is more information on the website.
Other suggestions
LeShuttle
The cross-channel transfer service is offering members discounted fares on all ticket types from 24 to 27 November. Stay tuned to this page for more information.
When is Black Friday 2023?
Black Friday is coming November 24 this year, with deals until Cyber Monday (November 27) or even Travel Tuesday (November 28).
If you’re looking to score some Black Friday deals but are overwhelmed by the choices, take a look at our travel hub for some essential information or read up on all the travel trends you need to know about in 2024.
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