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There's Black Friday, Cyber Monday, Small Business Saturday—and now, Travel Tuesday: an entire day devoted to the best travel bargains on the market. But how did we get here, and what is Travel Tuesday, exactly?

‘Tis the season for savings. And theme park fans have a lot to be thankful for this Black Friday and Cyber Monday with holiday deals they won’t want to miss. If your wish list includes a ride on the newly opened Tiana’s Bayou Adventure at Walt Disney World and Disneyland, or a festive visit to one of Disney’s award-winning holiday food festivals, there’s plenty of theme park tickets and hotel offers to make that dream a reality. And many of these deals extend into 2025 for those anticipating the opening of Epic Universe.

As a sales season, Black Friday long ago turned the weekend corner to extend to Cyber Monday. And it’s still growing as Travel Tuesday — this year falling on Dec. 3 — gains traction.

Good news for travelers: Early Black Friday deals have already landed. This means you can save on editor-tested luggage, outdoor gear, tech essentials, home goods, and just about everything else before the crowds and before popular items sell out. Official Black Friday deals begin on Friday, November 29, but these early deals from brands we love like Calpak, Dagne Dover, and Cozy Earth are already live—with some discounts as high as 80% off right now. We're seeing major deals on everything from duffel bags and pet carriers to cozy pajamas and noise-canceling headphones. Below, we've rounded up the best Black Friday deals for travelers happening now, so you can start your holiday shopping early and save on this year's best-selling travel gear. Scroll down to see all the best deals or jump right to the section you're looking for:

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It’s a season of savings for travelers.  While Black Friday and Cyber Monday may be popular shopping holidays, travelers have turned their sights on the Tuesday after Thanksgiving, which has been named ‘Travel Tuesday’, as a way to cash in on travel related promotions.  In celebration of the upcoming Travel Tuesday holiday, American Airlines has announced some of the special offers and discounts that can help take passengers around the world for less. The airline will also discount the purchase of miles in their frequent flyer program, American Airlines AAdvantage, for as much as 50 percent off between November 29 and December 2.  Even before Travel Tuesday, the airline shared withTravel + Leisure it has discounted dozens of flights under $200 round-trip, for immediate purchase while supplies last.  T+L spotted discounted, one-way fares including:

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It's that time of year again! Black Friday, Cyber Monday, and Travel Tuesday are just around the corner, and if you're anything like us, you've been eyeing up your favorite hotels, cruise lines, and tour operators for months, just waiting for them to roll out the big sales. Good news: From glamorous resorts to beachfront hotels to tour operators and cruise lines, the deals are rolling in, and there are tons of ways to save for every type of traveler.

There’s a lot more around AI that Expedia needs to worry about than just developing a new trip planner. 

Ski season is officially underway with West Coast mountains already welcoming guests, and that means time is running out to score an unlimited Epic Pass.

Uber on Wednesday announced several new features geared toward those booking rides to and from the airport.