Away launches 'biggest' Black Friday sale, with 20% off all suitcases

Ahead of Black Friday (24 November), consumers are being urged to be on their guard against deals that seem too good to be true if they plan to book their next holiday this month.

With Thanksgiving in the rearview, today is one of the most magical days of the year for Black Friday deals on everything from flights to hotel stays and even AirPods. It's also the start of the most magical time of year at Disney parks, and if you love saving money as much as you love visiting Disney World or Disneyland, today is your day to shine.

The holidays are upon us and so is the chance to stock up on thoughtful gifts for others or, just maybe, treat yourself to something nice on Black Friday. One thing is for sure: Our Traveler editors won't be sleeping on this year's deals. Thousands of Black Friday deals have finally landed, including sales from travel-friendly brands we love like Away, Calpak, Nordstrom, New Balance, Girlfriend Collective, and more. We asked our editors what goods are on their wishlists this year, and luckily, many of them are on sale. Read on for what our editors are shopping this Black Friday, from in-flight tech essentials and kitchen appliances to new bed sheets as comfortable as the ones in your favorite hotel.

Black Friday isn’t just for doorbuster deals—Cyber Monday and Travel Tuesday offer plenty of opportunities for major savings on hotels, airfare, cruises and other getaways. Here are 20-plus travel deals to look out for this holiday season.

There are lots of great deals competing for your attention today, but we want to highlight one we're particularly excited about: the Béis Black Friday sale. Béis lovers and newcomers can save 25 percent off sitewide. If you've been eyeing luggage or travel accessories from Béis, now is the time to buy—the brand does not hold sales often, and this is its only sitewide sale of the year. Below, we're answering all of your questions about the sale, and sharing our top picks of the best suitcases, duffels, and travel accessories from Béis to score now. Happy shopping!

Black Friday camping deals may not be as highly sought after as, say, flat screen TVs or Apple watches, but for outdoorsy folks looking to upgrade their gear, these discounts shouldn't be overlooked. Trusted brands like Coleman, Thule, BioLite, and Solo Stove are running Black Friday promotions on all kinds of camping gear: big items like tents, sleeping bags, and sleeping pads; smaller items like cookware sets and headlamps; and everything in between—base layers, First Aid kits, water filtration devices, and on and on.

Big-budget tech items can cost a pretty penny, but thanks to these spectacular Black Friday deals, you can purchase everything you need for travel, work, or holiday gifting without breaking the bank. You won't want to miss these stellar discounts from all of your favorite travel-friendly tech brands like Apple, Sony, and Bose, especially on more expensive heavy-hitters like laptops and iPads. With savings all the way up to 76 percent off select items, you'll walk away with a sense of accomplishment alongside your shiny, new tech. From noise-canceling headphones to smart watches, these are the best Black Friday deals to shop now, many of which are perfect for slipping in your carry-on and taking along on your next trip. Keep checking back here for additional savings on more brands and products as they roll in.

Black Friday travel deals are steadily rolling in and we've already got our eye on some of the best of them. The holiday season is in full swing and excited shoppers are waiting with bated breath for the latest and greatest deals on the market. It's time to take yourself on that much-needed trip as a gift for getting through the hectic planning of Thanksgiving. Snap up these jaw-dropping travel opportunities before Cyber Monday and Travel Tuesday are in full swing—some of which are from Readers’ Choice Award–winning hotels and cruise lines. While Black Friday marks the first official round of exciting money-saving deals, there are dozens of offers already available, and even more ready to drop on Cyber Monday and Travel Tuesday.

It's officially the week of Black Friday and Cyber Monday, the single most advantageous time of year to make essential purchases. These buys might include discounted flights, hotel, and cruise bookings; luggage and loungewear; or home necessities like mattresses. There's nothing like the feeling of checking into a hotel, being handed the key, walking through the doors to your room for the first time, and immediately flopping onto the cloud-like hotel bed after a long flight. Seriously, a good hotel mattress is one of the joys of a vacation. This top travel moment also prompts some inspiration for the space we occupy when we're not traveling.

Black Friday is here and there's no better time to shop — or plan for your next trip. Take advantage of the deals below to score a discounted hotel, flight, cruise, and more to make 2024 your best year yet.

Amazon Black Friday deals are now officially live, and that means tons of opportunities for travelers to save on holiday gifts or travel gear restocks of their own. As always, discounts span nearly all categories, from tech to apparel to luggage. Among the highlights: Tablets from Samsung and Google, Yeti coolers and drinkware, and suitcases from Samsonite and American Traveler. Below, find two dozen of the best Black Friday deals on Amazon to shop now, and keep checking back for more discounts you'll want to snag during Cyber Weekend.

Nordstrom's Black Friday deals are in full swing: With items up to 60 percent off at both Nordstrom and Nordstrom Rack, you can save big on holiday gifts and travel gear for yourself and your family through November 27, 2023. While Nordstrom's inventory tends to stick around for most of Cyber weekend, there are certain products that fly off the proverbial shelves (looking at you, Ugg slippers), so don't delay if you do see something on sale you're sure you want.