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From smart locks to portable power strips, here’s our guide to ensuring your winter travels are not only adventurous but also tech-savvy.

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.

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.

Good news for travelers: The best Black Friday deals have officially landed. There's no better time of year for travelers to save on luggage, outdoor gear, tech essentials, home goods, premium beauty, clothing and shoes, and just about everything else than Black Friday and Cyber Monday. We're seeing discounts on everything from headphones and fitness trackers to weekender bags and luggage sets from travel-friendly retailers and brands like Amazon, Away, Béis, Nordstrom, Target, and more. Below, we rounded up the top deals for travelers to jump on now, so you can start your holiday shopping early and save on popular products before they sell out. We'll be updating this page as more sales go live, so be sure to check back here for the very best Black Friday deals for travelers.

There's no better time to upgrade your luggage than during the biggest savings event of 2023—Black Friday. This year, some of our favorite travel brands are offering an array of discounts on everything from sets of checked suitcases and carry-ons, to versatile duffels and totes, to travel accessories like cosmetic bags and packing cubes. Whether you're looking to refresh your own luggage collection or gift a loved one something new, you'll definitely save big on travel gear with these sales. Below, find the best Black Friday luggage deals worth adding to your shopping cart.

For the last several years, one of the very best Black Friday deals has been when Saks Fifth Avenue allows you to receive a $75 bonus promotional gift card with a $150 order when you buy eligible items and use a code. This year's code is HELLOBFSF.

During a two-and-a-half-week backpacking trip across Europe last summer with two friends, Jess Braun was delighted and a little perplexed to discover upon touching down in Vienna, Austria, that her hostel was located inside an Ikea.

In the week leading up to my two-week van trip, I slowly started collecting everything I wanted to pack.

For the last several years, one of the very best Black Friday deals has been when Saks Fifth Avenue allows you to receive a $75 bonus promotional gift card with a $150 order when you buy eligible items and use a code. This year's code is HELLOBFSF.

The holiday season is officially upon us, and that means it's time to start thinking about gifts for the loved ones in your life.

Good news for travelers: early Black Friday deals have landed. There's no better time of year for travelers to save on luggage, outdoor gear, tech essentials, home goods, premium beauty, clothing and shoes, and just about everything else than Black Friday and Cyber Monday. While we still have a few days to go until the mega-sales officially begin, many travel-friendly brands have already started rolling out early Black Friday deals. We're seeing discounts on everything from headphones and fitness trackers to weekender bags and luggage sets from popular retailers and brands like Amazon, Away, Nordstrom, Target, and more. Below, we rounded up the top deals for travelers to jump on now, so you can start your holiday shopping early and save on popular products before they sell out. We'll be updating this page as more sales go live, so be sure to check back here for the very best early Black Friday deals for travelers.

Early Amazon Black Friday deals are live, and that means plenty of opportunities for travelers to start saving 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: Shoppers can save on tablets from Samsung and Google, Yeti coolers and drinkware, and suitcases from Samsonite and American Traveler. Below, find two dozen of the best early Black Friday deals on Amazon to shop now, and keep checking back for more discounts you'll want to snag during Cyber Weekend.

Keeping your clothing fresh and as wrinkle-free as possible is ideal when traveling, especially if you are dressing to impress or traveling to places where people are more put together. If you are traveling for an extended period of time, you’ll want to try to pack and keep everything as condensed as possible to be able to pack all of your belongings. Here is how to fold and pack dress shirts and clothing for travel.

When it comes to outdoor gear, the products hitting the market just keep getting better and better. From a smartphone adapter that allows you to take high-quality images with your binoculars to a knife that will give your other EDC a run for its money, here are four great new pieces of outdoor gear to love right now.

In addition to a reliable suitcase, most frequent travelers will tell you a trusty backpack is a must for any trip. But what makes the perfect travel backpack? It depends on the scenario, but most would agree that it’s a combination of the right size, an array of organizational pockets, comfortable shoulder straps, and a durable, ideally weather-resistant material. With all of these factors in mind, I’ve rounded up some of the best knapsacks out there right now. Whether it’s a carry-on size bag that’s suitable for a five-day trip or a packable daypack that you can carry at all times, here are the best travel backpacks to gift this holiday season.

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When a regular backpack isn’t enough and your travel suitcase is overkill, a weekend bag is the golden answer to this strange and too familiar predicament. The perfect weekend bag is versatile and adaptable to any type of trip. It fits as a carry-on but packs like a checked bag. You can wear it as a backpack or roll it like luggage. Whether you’re packing for a beach weekend getaway, or a visit with your family, we’ve compiled a list of the best weekend bags for your adventures.

The holiday season is finally among us! If you’re looking for thoughtful and useful gifts for families who travel, you’ve come to the right place. From gifts that inspire wanderlust to gifts that ignite further connection. I’ve compiled our greatest list of products that families will love.

Good news for travelers: early Black Friday deals have landed. There's no better time of year for travelers to save on luggage, outdoor gear, tech essentials, home goods, premium beauty, clothing and shoes, and just about everything else than Black Friday and Cyber Monday. While we still have a week to go until the mega-sales officially begin, many travel-friendly brands have already started rolling out early Black Friday deals. We're seeing discounts on everything from headphones and fitness trackers to weekender bags and luggage sets from popular retailers and brands like Amazon, Away, Monos, Target, and more. Below, we rounded up the top deals for travelers to jump on now, so you can start your holiday shopping early and save on popular products before they sell out. We'll be updating this page as more sales go live, so be sure to check back here for the very best early Black Friday deals for travelers.

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