Calling all travel families. The best Black Friday and Cyber Monday travel deals of 2019 are almost here, followed by Travel Deal Tuesday (December 3), which experts are saying is the secret weapon for getting the absolute best travel deals. Problem is: There are enough sales out there to make your head spin. So it goes without saying that it’s vital to have a strategy and a game plan as you go into the deal season. We caught up with a couple of experts who shared their tips for making the most of Black Friday, Cyber Monday and Travel Tuesday. Then keep reading for our picks of the absolute best Black Friday, Cyber Monday and Travel Tuesday travel deals for 2019.
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Top Tips for Getting the Most Out of Black Friday, Cyber Monday and Travel Tuesday Travel Deals
Playing by a Uniworld river cruise.
- Book early in the day. Black Friday, Cyber Monday and Travel Tuesday will all have their own great deals, but the best ones will sell out in a flash. Coupon codes are often restricted to a certain number of uses, so the sooner you can use it, the better. And by booking early, you’ll have a bigger selection.
- Be flexible with your travel dates. Whether you’re planning family or solo travel, it pays to be flexible with your travel dates. By considering other dates and even other airports, you can find surprising savings and better rates.
- Look for perks. When booking hotels on Black Friday/Cyber Monday/Travel Tuesday, look for ones that offer perks for kids. Free activities for children are great, but keep an eye out for hotels that offer discounted rates for kids, or allow kids to stay and eat for free.
- Book for the shoulder season. Holiday travel deals on Black Friday/Cyber Monday/Travel Tuesday typically aren’t applicable for the next few weeks, so you won’t be booking Christmas flights at this time. Instead, use the sales to book a getaway for the new year or spring. January through March is known as the “wave season” for cruise lines, so it’s a great opportunity to find a better rate than sailing in the high season.
- Choose the right day to leave. Stack the savings on Black Friday/Cyber Monday/Travel Tuesday by booking trips on less busy days. For instance, flying out on a Tuesday tends to be cheaper than Friday, depending on your destination.
- Get alerts. The easiest way for families to capitalize on Travel Deal Tuesday bargains is to download a price monitoring tool like Hopper, which will alert you about deals on destinations that you’re interested in throughout the day. Hopper will send you notifications as new deals become available from your city.
- Go to the source. If you have a particular airline that you’re loyal to, you can also visit their website to see if they’re offering special promotions for Travel Deal Tuesday.
- Be flexible. If you’re flexible or unsure where you’d like to go and need inspiration for your next family trip, you can use Hopper’s Deal Finder on Travel Deal Tuesday to browse the best offers from your home airport. Hopper will also be offering exclusive cash back deals and hotel discounts on Travel Deal Tuesday, which can be great for families looking to book their next vacation.
- Choose your travel dates wisely. If your family is heading out of town for Thanksgiving, plan to leave as early as Sunday or Monday ahead of the holiday for the best deals. For Christmas, domestic travelers should plan to depart on Christmas Day or Christmas Eve to save over 30% or $113 compared to a weekend departure.
- When to Book. Prices will fall during the week of Christmas, with discounts over 30% available for families willing to fly on Christmas Eve or Christmas Day compared to peak prices. If flying on the holiday isn’t possible, the next best day to depart will be Monday, December 23rd. Families traveling internationally should plan to depart on Christmas Day if plans are flexible to save 25% off peak prices. The absolute last day to get a great deal on a flight home for the holidays is December 8th. After the 8th, prices will spike $5 per day or more. Prices are always changing (especially for Christmas), since airlines know consumers have travel plans for the holidays. Tracking flights early using a price monitoring tool can ensure that you get the best deals for your family.
- Book a Hotel (or Staycation). Skip the crowded sleepover at your in-laws. Hotels often have a difficult time filling rooms over Thanksgiving and Christmas with so many travelers staying with family or friends for the holidays. Book a hotel stay for your family during the holiday week, and you’ll likely see discounted room rates and cheaper prices. Also, plan a family staycation during Thanksgiving or Christmas. You could score discounts between 8%-10% lower than everyday prices in popular U.S cities during the holiday period.
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Snuggling up for a good read at Hotel X Toronto by Library Hotel Collection.
Accor
At Accor — one of the leading hospitality groups with more than 4,900 hotels and residences across 110 countries — several properties will mark the unofficial start to the holidays with Black Friday offers starting Nov. 28. Guests can take advantage of 40% off select reservations made November 28-December 2 at accorhotels.com. In addition, 25% off all retail items are available on the Fairmont Store for Black Friday through Cyber Monday.
Archer Hotel Collection
Archer Hotel, with six properties spanning sought-after cities and adjacent suburbs ranging from New York City and Napa to Austin and Redmond, Washington (right outside Seattle) is offering 25% off rates during its “Thankful Sale” in honor of Black Friday and Cyber Monday. With discounted starting rates ranging from $97 to $164, guests will also enjoy perks, such as cocktails or breakfast (based on location). For reservations visit here.
Generator
Generator runs award-winning design-led hostels and hotels across Europe and the U.S. For families looking to get a jump start on Cyber Monday deals, Generator’s 20% off Winter Sale is valid from Nov. 9 to Mar. 28. Generator will also be offering 30% off bookings from Dec. 2 to Mar. 28, 2020 in celebration of Black Friday and Cyber Monday. Visit here for details.
Hyatt
This holiday season, Hyatt is offering 20% off rooms and 30% off suites for World of Hyatt members. From now until Feb. 22, travelers can book the “Seize The Stay” special, redeemable at more than 875 participating hotels worldwide, including brands like Joie de Vivre, Andaz, Hyatt Centric and more. For instance: Travelers can book a stay at San Francisco’s Hotel del Sol, a Joie de Vivre Hotel, with rates as low as $112. This former 1950s motor lodge turned boutique hotel offers special family rooms, complimentary afternoon cookies and milk and an outdoor heated pool. Promo code MYSTAY applied when you book here.
Kimpton
Here’s a way to spend time with your family and give back. Starting Nov. 29, the luxury boutique brand is offering 30% off Kimpton’s best flexible rate, and will donate $5 per night to charitable partners No Kid Hungry and The Trevor Project. Additional details can be found here starting Nov. 29.
Library Hotel Collection
The Library Hotel Collection has properties ranging from New York City’s Library Hotel — a book lover’s paradise — to Hotel X Toronto on the shore of Lake Ontario to the musically-inspired Aria Hotel Budapest. During its Black Friday / Cyber Monday Sale, the Library Hotel Collection will be offering discounts of 25% off, along with other perks.
Lungarno Collection
Italy’s Ferragamo-family owned Lungarno Collection is offering a special 40% off Black Friday sale for guests to experience the best of Italy. For reservations made from Black Friday until Cyber Monday, families can stay at one of the Lungarno Collection properties in Florence or Rome. For example, children can spend time at the VIK Children Program for activities from pizza-making classes to museum tours. Simply use the code BLACKFRIDAYDEALS at checkout.
Nantucket Island Resorts
Want to experience the best of Nantucket? Nantucket Island Resorts will offer a fifth night free on a four-night stay at White Elephant, The Wauwinet, The Cottages at Nantucket Boat Basin and Jared Coffin House on bookings made from Black Friday through Cyber Monday. Monday. Book here.
The Opal Collection
This ensemble of luxury hotels and resorts stretching from the Florida Keys to Maine is offering a Cyber Monday flash sale that will only last 72 hours. You’ll save up to 50% at participating properties including The Sagamore Resort, Lake Placid Lodge and more. This sale starts at midnight on Dec. 2. Go here to book.
Pacifica Hotels
In an effort to spread the warmth this holiday season, Pacifica Hotels, the largest owner and operator of boutique hotels on the Pacific Coast, offers travelers to experience beach bliss during its annual Cyber Monday Sale. From an affordable December getaway to discounts on future stays, a seaside vacation is just one click away during the Cyber Monday sale with 40% off room rates. Pacifica Hotels’ Passport Program participants will have exclusive early access to the sale on Nov. 29. The Cyber Monday sale will begin on Dec. 2, from at 12 a.m. through 11:59 p.m.
Pestana Hotel Group
Pestana Hotel Group, the largest multinational hotel group of Portuguese origin, is offering a Cyber Monday sale that can be booked from now until Dec. 2. You’ll save up to 57% at participating family-friendly properties including Pestana Palace Lisboa, Pestana Viking, Pestana D. João Villas and Pestana Vila Sol.
The Pod Hotels
From Black Friday through Cyber Monday, book a stay at any of The Pod Hotels’s New York City locations at the following prices: $39/night at Pod 39, $51/night at Pod 51, $42/night at Pod Times Square (on 42nd St.) and $24.70/night at Pod Brooklyn (on 247 Metropolitan Ave.). The deal can be applied to stays from Black Friday through Mar. 31, 2020. Head to thepodhotel.com starting at 8 a.m. on Black Friday, Nov. 29, through Cyber Monday, Dec. 2, and enter promo code “TOOLOW” to redeem this deal. Available for direct bookings via thepodhotel.com only.
Radisson Hotels
Radisson Hotels will be hosting a Cyber Sale Nov. 25 to Dec. 3 where guests can save up to 25% (with an even greater deal for Radisson Rewards members) on 2020 travel in North and South America, the Caribbean, Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. The deal applies to great family-friendly destinations including New York City, Portland, Salt Lake City, Nashville, Toronto, Calgary, Atlanta, Chicago and more. Go here to book.
21c Museum Hotels
The art-themed 21c Museum Hotels is celebrating Cyber Monday with a brand-wide promotion. For every $200 gift card purchased, guests will receive a complimentary $25 voucher to the 21c restaurant of their choice – Proof on Main or Garage Bar in Louisville, KY; Metropole in Cincinnati, Ohio; The Hive in Bentonville, Arkansas; Counting House in Durham, North Carolina; Lockbox in Lexington, Kentucky; Mary Eddy’s Kitchen x Lounge in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; Gray and Dudley in Nashville, Tennessee; and The Savoy in Kansas City, Missouri. This deal is exclusively available on Cyber Monday and can be purchased here.
Xanterra Travel Collection
Xanterra — a travel company that creates memorable experiences for families in locations ranging from the Grand Canyon to Yellowstone to Tahiti — is offering discounts at its national park hotels and luxury resorts, plus the Historic Grand Canyon Railway, Windstar Cruise Line, VBT Bicycling Vacations, AEG Entertainment and Sporting Events and more. The Thankful for Travel deals are available for preview here and can be booked Nov. 29 through Dec. 2.
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The Best Hotel Deals in the United States
An all-American vacation at the Cooper in Cooperstown.
Cooper Inn – Cooperstown, New York
Book a winter getaway to Cooperstown, nicknamed “America’s Most Perfect Village,” and stay at the cozy Cooper Inn, which is just steps away from popular attractions like the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum. From Nov. 29 to Dec. 18, guests can book the “Wonderful Winter Special” with rates starting at $89 a night, representing a 30% discount. Visit here to book.
Pine Ridge Dude Ranch – Kerhonkson, New York
Pine Ridge Dude Ranchis an all-inclusive, affordable, family vacation destination 90 miles from New York City. Set in the beautiful foothills of the Catskill Mountains, Pine Ridge Dude Ranch is running a Black Friday Deal when guests book a Winter or Spring getaway, they get a Summer Vacation rent at this property for 50% off. Activities include horseback riding, Snowtubing, ice-skating, and an indoor pool. Visit here to book.
Kartrite Resort & Indoor Waterpark – Monticello, New York
New York’s Biggest Indoor Waterpark, The Kartrite Resort & Indoor Waterpark is offering 50% off original rates, available for booking from Nov. 29 to Dec. 2 and starting at $179 per night.
Conrad New York Downtown – New York City
In the heart of Battery Park, the Conrad New York Downtown is closely located to the Children’s Museum of the Arts, SeaGlass Carousel, family parks and more. The luxurious hotel is offering a special deal on Black Friday: The first 20 reservations to book the Long Weekender Package will receive a $200 food and beverage credit during their stay. Guests can also enjoy 50% off on Sunday night when they stay Friday and Saturday.
The Omni Mount Washington Resort – Mount Washington, New Hampshire
Home to New Hampshire’s largest ski area, the Omni Mount Washington Resort is offering a Black Friday Quad Pack – four lift tickets for any day/non-holiday lift tickets for just $289 which means a savings of $127. Travelers and locals alike can book here between Nov. 29 to Dec. 2.
The Reeds at Shelter Haven — Stone Harbor, New Jersey
The Reeds at Shelter Haven, a 58-room bayside boutique resort located just steps from the white-sand beaches of Stone Harbor, offers the perfect destination for year-round retreats with a rooftop pavilion, garden, five restaurants, a plunge pool, daily yoga and convenient access to the downtown shopping district. From Nov. 23 to 26, book the “Winter Sneak Away” package with rates starting at just $94 a night, a $30 breakfast credit and more.
The Rittenhouse Hotel – Philadelphia
Ideal for families of all sizes, guests can enjoy 20% off the Suite Yourself Package, which includes daily credits from $50-$100 for respective suites. For adults in need of some pampering, the spa is also offering a Cyber Sale featuring a discounted facial and massage for $220 and a complimentary hair mask or scalp treatment with any blowout. Book here from Nov. 22 to Dec. 5.
Fitler Club – Philadelphia
At Fitler Club, there’s something for everyone in the family, like The Trophy Room, which has bowling, shuffleboard, billiards, table tennis, and old-school arcade games. From Nov. 29 to Dec. 2, this work/stay/play hotel is offering 25% off the best available rates plus a $50 Club credit, available to use for dining, lounge or spa. Visit here and select the “Cyber Monday Package.”
Hotel du Pont – Wilmington, Delaware
Located in downtown Wilmington, Delaware, in the heart of the Brandywine Valley, this iconic hotel is offering up to 50% off original rates for bookings made during “Cyber Week” (Nov. 29 to Dec. 6). Direct booking link available here using code PROCMY.
Salamander Resort & Spa – Middleburg, Virginia
Salamander Resort & Spa, a luxury hotel in Virginia horse country, is offering multiple deals, including 50% off suites and 30% off guest rooms, available for booking Nov. 29 to Dec. 2.
Craddock Terry Hotel on the Bluff – Lynchburg, Virginia
Craddock Terry Hotel on the Bluff, an award-winning family-friendly boutique hotel in historic Lynchburg is offering travelers 25% off the hotel’s best available rates on all bookings on Cyber Monday from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. Direct booking link available here using code PROCMY.
Jekyll Island Club Resort – Golden Isles, Georgia
Families can enjoy the recently revitalized Jekyll Island Club Resort for less. When booked between Nov. 25 and Dec. 2 guests receive 40% weekday stays and 30% weekend stays at the Jekyll Island Club, which has legendary riverfront sunsets and historic tales dating back to 1886. For a more contemporary take on a seaside escape, guests can book a stay at the resort’s newest addition, Jekyll Ocean Club — the only boutique property on the island — and receive 30% of weekday and 20% off weekend stays.
Montage Palmetto Bluff – Bluffton, South Carolina
For a luxury vacation full of family-friendly nature experiences and activities for all ages, Montage Palmetto Bluff is offering guests a complimentary third night for all stays booked between Nov. to Mar. 31. Guests receive a third night for free when booking any cottage, guest house or inn suite at Montage Palmetto Bluff using promo code PROPP3NF.
King Charles Inn – Charleston, South Carolina
King Charles Inn, a boutique hotel located in the heart of downtown Charleston, is offering guests up to a 35% discount for Cyber Monday to enjoy this family-friendly establishment. Reservations can be made here.
The Grove Resort Orlando
The Grove Resort Orlando, a family-friendly resort featuring all-suite accommodations, Surfari Water Park, Flip Flop’s Family Fun Center and much more is offering up to 40% off accommodations booked between Nov. 29 to Dec. 2 for stays until Oct. 31, 2020. To book, visit The Grove Resort Orlando and use the code CYBER19.
B Resort & Spa – Orlando, Florida
B Resort & Spa offers a new lifestyle resort experience in the Disney Springs Resort area. Take 50% off rooms starting Thanksgiving through midnight on Cyber Monday, plus property perks including Extra Extra Magic Hours, Disney FastPass+, complimentary shuttles to and from the parks and more. Book here using code BCYBER.
Innisbrook Resort – Tampa Bay, Florida
In celebration of Black Friday and Cyber Monday, Innisbrook – a Salamander Resort – is offering up a travel deal of up to 40% savings plus a daily $50 resort credit. This special is bookable from 8 a.m. on Nov. 29 until 11:59 p.m. on Dec. 2. Offers bookable during sale hours only at this link.
The Brazilian Court Hotel – Palm Beach, Florida
The iconic Palm Beach landmark, The Brazilian Court, is offering up to 25% off original rates, including a complimentary upgrade, free half-day bike rental and more. Must book by midnight on Cyber Monday, Dec. 2. For more information or to check rates and availability, please call (561) 655-7740 and mention the Cyber Monday offer.
The Seagate Hotel & Spa – Delray Beach, Florida
Soak up the endless summer sun with The Seagate Hotel & Spa’s flash Cyber Monday deal where guests can enjoy 20% off bookings on deluxe size rooms or higher. Plan your 2020 beachside escape and relish in the hotel’s 8,000 sq. ft. spa with a variety of ocean-inspired treatments or check out The Seagate Country Club’s world-class, 18-hole golf course. Readers must call to book at 877/577-3242.
B Ocean Resort – Fort Lauderdale, Florida
B Ocean Resort in Fort Lauderdale, Florida is home of the weekly live mermaid shows at The World-Famous Wreck Bar. This beachfront resort is offering 50% off starting Thanksgiving through midnight on Cyber Monday. Book here using code BCYBER.
EAST, Miami – Miami, Florida
While it pays homage to its Chinese roots through clean and spare design, EAST, Miami also draws on the city’s reputation as a cultural melting pot with international influences ranging from South American cuisine to a Bali-inspired rooftop bar. The whole vibe is modern, youthful and luxurious. From Nov. 29 to Dec.1, guests can get 40% off best acceptable rate for one night. On Cyber Monday, guests can get 50% off best acceptable rate for one night.
Carillon Miami Wellness Resort – Miami, Florida
Carillon Miami Wellness Resort is the perfect wellness destination offering families a health-conscious spa escape at the largest spa on the East Coast. This Cyber Monday the resort is offering travelers up to 40% overall savings when booking between Nov. 29 to Dec 2. The deal includes a one- or two-bedroom luxury apartment — fit for the whole fam — two spa treatments and more. The booking link will go live on Nov. 28.
Hawks Cay Resort – Florida Keys
The reimagined Hawks Cay Resort is offering guests the ultimate Florida Keys vacation experience with onsite amenities like fishing excursions, dolphin encounters, snorkel trips and more. Travelers can save big by booking from Nov. 29 to Dec. 1 to receive a 30% discount on two nights or more with the promo code BLKFRI. Those that miss the offer over Thanksgiving weekend can check back on Dec. 2 to get the same discount with promo code CYBERM.
Emerald Grande at HarborWalk Village – Destin-Fort Walton Beach, Florida
This Black Friday through Cyber Monday, receive 20% off all winter stays at Emerald Grande at HarborWalk Village, which offers travelers of all ages luxurious accommodations in the heart of all the Destin action. Enjoy local restaurants and tons of activities including snorkeling, jet skiing, pontoon boats, parasailing, pirate ship excursions, dolphin cruises, free concerts, fireworks, parades and more. You can find the direct booking link here.
The Henderson – Destin, Florida
One of the finest luxury resorts on Florida’s Gulf Coast, The Henderson is offering up to 50% off original rates, available for booking Nov. 29-Dec. 2.
On the beach in Clearwater.
Gulf Strand Resort – St. Pete/Clearwater, Florida
These vacation condos on St. Pete Beach are offering a Stay 3 Nights and Get the 4th Night Free. Families can enjoy the sparkling waters with activities like parasailing, kayaking and fishing. Book directly by calling 727/367-2878 or visit here.
NOPSI Hotel – New Orleans, Louisana
Situated in the heart of New Orleans, NOPSI Hotel is offering up to 50% off original rates on rooms and suites, available for booking Nov. 29 to Dec. 2. Book using promo code BLKFRI or CYBMON. Direct booking links available here and here.
Omni La Mansion Del Rio – San Antonio, Texas
With the Holiday River of Lights Package from Omni La Mansion Del Rio from Nov. 29 to Dec. 31, families will receive hot cocoa served in Las Canarias, and a handcrafted serape (traditional Latin American blanket). The package also includes luxurious accommodations and one ticket per registered guest to the Rio San Antonio River Cruise, where you’ll see thousands of lights draped on the trees along the River Walk: a festive holiday wonderland for both children and the young at heart.
Omni Barton Resort & Spa – Hill Country, Texas
Tucked away in Austin’s Hill Country and only 20 minutes from Downtown Austin, Omni Barton Creek is the perfect holiday getaway. Enjoy hot cocoa by the fire pits, festive holiday lights and activities galore all around the resort. With the Creek Home for the Holidays package, book a four-night stay and receive your fourth night free for stays from Nov. 11 – Dec. 29.
Book a ski vacation in Keystone, Colorado where Kids Ski Free and get to enjoy an array of events, like Kidtopia Winter Activities through April 12 including meet and greets with navy dogs, snow experiments with Keystone Science School and apres milkshakes with Ripperoo the mascot. From Nov. 26 to Dec. 2., guests can book here get up to 40% off at properties like Lakeside Village studio, which has rates from $119.
Sedona Rouge Hotel & Spa – Sedona, Arizona
Sedona Rouge’s Black Friday-Cyber Monday Sale includes 25% off room rates. Families will enjoy beautiful weather and a kid-friendly pool. Plus, kids under 12 years old eat free breakfast at the on-site restaurant REDS. Book the Black Friday-Cyber Monday deal at the hotel’s website here.
Whitney Peak Hotel – Reno, Nevada
This family-friendly, active lifestyle hotel in downtown Reno is offering 30% off — and travelers don’t have to leave their pet behind. Families can challenge each other to climb the tallest artificial climbing wall in the world, located right on the side of the hotel. The hotel is smack in the middle of the artsy downtown district of Reno Tahoe. Visit here to book.
The Mission Inn Hotel & Spa – Riverside, California
The Mission Inn Hotel & Spa is home to the Kensington Kelly Suite, a mini-European castle perfect for any little prince or princess. From Nov. 29 to Dec. 6, rooms will start at $139, representing a 30% discount. Guests can book here.
Hard Rock Hotel San Diego – San Diego, California
Set in San Diego’s exciting Gaslamp Quarter, the Hard Rock Hotel San Diego is offering rates starting at $99 from 12:01 a.m. PST on Black Friday through midnight PST on Dec. 2. The first five people who book on Black Friday with promo code BF2019, as well as on Cyber Monday, will also receive a $50 food and beverage credit, plus free parking. At the end of the four-day sale, one guest will receive a free two-day stay.
Rancho Bernardo Inn – San Diego, California
Families can escape to Rancho Bernardo Inn, just 10 minutes from San Diego’s many beaches. The 265-acre property features three swimming pools including a saline spa pool, two restaurants, an 18-hole golf course and more. From Black Friday through Cyber Monday book stays for 50% off the best available rate; bookable here.
Surf & Sand Resort – Laguna Beach, California
Surf and Sand Resort sits on Laguna Beach’s shoreline, elevated over where the waves of the Pacific meet 500 feet of pristine white sand. Guests can enjoy private oceanfront balconies in all rooms, as well as coastal fare at the signature restaurant, Splashes; an oceanfront pool; seasonal kids programming; and more. From Black Friday through Cyber Monday, book stays for 50% off the best available rate; bookable here.
Oceana – Santa Monica, California
Following a $30 million transformation, Oceana has been unveiled as a stunning three-story oceanside retreat that delivers a residential experience in a coveted Santa Monica neighborhood. The Deal: Book Nov. 29 to Dec. 2 for 25% off suites with complimentary daily breakfast for two in the dining room and more.
Monarch Beach Resort – Dana Point, California
Le Parc Suite Hotel in West Hollywood, California.
Le Parc Suite Hotel – West Hollywood, California
Le Parc Suite Hotel’s rooftop pool and close location to family-fun attractions like Universal Studios and American Girl Place make it the ideal retreat. For kids, Le Parc also offers an in-room star-themed children’s tent, complete with a mini constellation projector and milk-and-cookies welcome amenity. Le Parc is offering a 30% discount on rooms during its Black Friday-Cyber Monday Sale. Book on the hotel’s website here.
The Garland offers families guided walks to the Brady Bunch House, complimentary trolley services and Family Suites with bunk beds. The Garland is offering 40% off and a $40 food and beverage credit. Guests can book Nov. 25 at midnight through Cyber Monday at 11:59 p.m. Go here to book.
Balboa Bay Resort – Newport Beach, California
Newport Beach’s Balboa Bay Resort offers families a quintessential California experience. From Nov. 29 to Dec. 2, guests will receive 15% off rooms, a $50 resort credit and waived resort fee, when using code: CYBER. On Dec. 2 from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. PST, there will be a flash sale inclusive of 15% off the best available rate, $100 resort credit and more. Use code CYBERFLASH. Both deals can be booked here.
Calistoga Ranch, Auberge Resorts Collection – Napa Valley, California
Calistoga Ranch — which has 50 freestanding guest lodges embracing the natural surroundings of Calistoga and Napa Valley — is offering 50% off bookings made from Black Friday through Cyber Monday. Rates start from $599 per night after the discount
Carneros Resort and Spa – Napa Valley, California
Carneros Resort and Spa — nestled on 28 acres surrounded by rolling vineyards — will offer 30% off bookings in the Cottages on bookings made Nov. 10 through Dec. 10. Rates start from $349 (ordinarily $500) per night
Brasada Ranch – Bend, Oregon
Nestled in the Powell Buttes, small and big adventurers will delight in exploring Brasada Ranch’s 1,800-acre property. From Nov. 25 to Dec. 2, Brasada Ranch will offer a 30% discount on weekday stays and a 20% discount on weekend stays. Stays can be booked here.
The Best Hotel Deals in the Caribbean
One with nature at Rosalie Bay in Dominica.
Frangipani Beach Resort – Anguilla
Set on Meads Bay, one of Anguilla’s most renowned beaches, Frangipani Beach Resort is offering travelers a unique opportunity to be amongst the first to stay in the resort’s newest rooms with a view. The Stay 7, Pay 5 Package will offer guests two free nights with a seven-night stay, including a beach-hopping boat tour and more. The promotion will run from Nov. 29 to Dec. 2. Direct bookings available via email info@frangipaniresort.com and reference the Black Friday/Cyber Monday deal.
Margaritaville Beach Resort Grand Cayman
Margaritaville Beach Resort Grand Cayman — home to Chef Roy Yamaguchi’s first Caribbean outpost, Eating House 1503 — is launching its Black Friday/Cyber Monday sale with savings of up to 50% off room rates. The deal kicks off on what the resort has coined “Savings Sunday” — Nov. 24 — to give shoppers a jump start on the Black Friday frenzy. The deal runs for 19 days and wraps up on Dec. 13. Here is where to book once the sale starts.
Rosalie Bay Eco-Resort – Dominica
This eco-adventure resort reopens Feb. 2020 after rebuilding from the devastating 2017 hurricane season. Nestled on a black sand beach and home to endangered sea turtles, it’s a place where adventurous families can enjoy immersive experiences in local Creole culture, hike and go swimming in waterfalls. Save 50% on 2-plus nights and enjoy a locally-sourced breakfast daily. Rates start at $153/night. Bookings can be made online or by calling 767/446-1010.
Casa de Campo Resort & Villas – Dominican Republic
Casa de Campo Resort & Villas — a luxury resort frequented by celebrities and situated in a secluded, private enclave that spans 7,000 acres in La Romana — is launching a four-day Black Friday – Cyber Monday Event with 50% off its guestrooms and spacious villas. Room rates start at $169 and villas are from $549 nightly. Reservations can be made at this link (which will go live at midnight on Black Friday), by calling 888/567-1355 or by emailing at res1@ccampo.com.do.
Now Onyx Punta Cana – Dominican Republic
At Now Onyx Punta Cana families are invited to experience limitless gourmet à la carte dining, parties and live entertainment for all ages, five swimming pools, supervised clubs for kids and teens and many more. Travelers can experience savings up to 55% off regular rates when booking between Nov. 27 to Dec. 3. Prices start at $112.50 per person, per night.
Puntacana Resort & Club – Dominican Republic
As a part of its 50th anniversary, Puntacana Resort & Club is offering Black Friday and Cyber Monday travel deals that are loaded with perks and extra at its three properties in the Dominican Republic: Tortuga Bay, which features villas designed by Oscar de la Renta; The Westin, with 200 ocean-view rooms and access to white-sand beaches; and the conveniently located Four Points by Sheraton Puntacana Village. The packages go on sale at 10 a.m. EST on Nov. 29. For bookings, call 829/535-1993 (Tortuga Bay), 829/535-1992 (The Westin) or 829/535-1994 (Four Points by Sheraton).
Half Moon – Montego Bay, Jamaica
In celebration of Black Friday and Cyber Monday, Half Moon is offering up to 50% savings on select accommodations for family fun in Jamaica. This special is bookable from 8 a.m. on Black Friday until 11:59 p.m. on Cyber Monday. Families can head to the beach for water sports and explore the Children’s Village. Offers bookable during sale hours only at this link.
Strawberry Hill – Jamaica
Strawberry Hill — set in the mountains of Jamaica — will offer 25% off all bookings of two nights or more made from Black Friday through Cyber Monday. The deal also includes free breakfast. drUse the code ONELOVE when booking here.
Condado Vanderbilt – San Juan, Puerto Rico
Condado Vanderbilt is the epitome of luxury in San Juan and the place to stay for posh kids who love their pampering. In honor of the hotel’s 100th anniversary this year, Condado Vanderbilt is offering one of its best Black Friday offerings yet with 19% off suites and $100 hotel credit when booking a suite, and 19% off the Chef Tasting Menu in the hotel’s fine-dining establishment, 1919 Restaurant. View the deal and book here from Nov. 28 to Dec. 2.
Hotel El Convento – San Juan, Puerto Rico
The Spanish Colonial hotel is an architectural gem set in the heart of Old San Juan, surrounded by over 500 years of history. For this Black Friday, the hotel will be offering 15% off its packages, giving visitors more of a reason to experience one of Old San Juan’s hottest spots. View the deal and book here from Nov. 28 to Dec. 2.
Sugar Beach, A Viceroy Resort – St. Lucia
Sugar Beach sits on the site of an 18th-century sugar plantation in the embrace of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Pitons. From Nov. 27 to Dec. 9, this iconic property is offering up to 50% off best available rate for Luxury Cottages, Villas, Bungalows and Private Residences, as well as $50 daily resort credit and daily breakfast. Book directly on the Sugar Beach website using code CYBER2019. For a head start on savings, subscribe to the hotel’s newsletter here.
Alexandra Resort – Turks & Caicos
The all-inclusive Alexandra Resort sits right on the acclaimed Grace Bay Beach in Providenciales. Book between now and Dec. 6 and save up to 50% off regular rack rates, which usually start at $775 per night for two people.
Sailrock Resort – Turks & Caicos
Sailrock Resort, located on the untouched island of South Caicos, is ideal for family vacations, featuring eco-adventures, secluded beaches and a natural setting where friendly donkeys roam free. Guests who book a minimum three-night stay on Nov. 29 through Dec. 2 will receive a savings of up to 50% off room rates, round-trip airfare from Providenciales to South Caicos and more. Visit here to book and use promo code HTLS19.
Seven Stars Resort & Spa – Turks & Caicos
The newly re-imagined Seven Stars Resort & Spa, Grace Bay Beach, Turks & Caicos offers 40% off all guestrooms and suites during its four-day Black Friday/Cyber Monday event. With perks such as complimentary buffet breakfast, two oceanfront pools, Coconut & Champagne Shack and a supervised kids program, a dream vacation for less is within reach here or call 844/332-5315.
The Best Hotel Deals in Mexico and Central America
Surrounded by natural beauty at Fairmont Mayakoba.
Mahekal Beach Resort – Playa del Carmen, Mexico
Mahekal Beach Resort invites sun-seekers to ditch the crowds, but not the deals with its Cyber Monday sale offering up to 50% off. Additionally guests booking five nights or more are rewarded with a $200 food and beverage credit per stay to be used at any of the five dining options on-property. Available for booking during the pre-sale (Nov. 18-24) and also from Nov. 25 – Dec. 6. Extended booking is also available from Dec. 6-13 for 40% off. On Giving Tuesday, Nov. 27, Mahekal Beach Resort will also donate 10% of all revenue generated that day to local schools.
Fairmont Mayakoba – Riviera Maya, Mexico
Fairmont Mayakoba, a family-friendly resort nestled in the heart of Mexico’s Riviera Maya, is offering huge savings for Black Friday with a package featuring 35% off room-only rates, 50% off the spa and 25% off dining and beverages. Room-only rates start at $219; click here to book.
Dreams Puerto Aventuras – Riviera Maya, Mexico
This season, families can travel to Dreams Puerto Aventuras, which is situated in the charming marina village of Puerto Aventuras. The property offers experiences for every age and interest, including Dolphin Dreams, the largest dolphinarium in the Riviera Maya. Travelers can expect an average of 55% off regular rates when they book between No. 27 to Dec. 3. Prices start at $97.31 per person, per night.
Sunscape Akumal Beach – Riviera Maya, Mexico
Visit Sunscape Akumal Beach and enjoy unlimited fun for the whole family. Guests are invited to enjoy the white sandy beaches on-site and explore the historic and ecological wonders of Tulum and Cobá nearby. Families can save up to 55% off regular rates when they book between Nov. 27 to Dec 3. Prices start at $85 per person, per night.
Mexico Grand Hotels – Los Cabos, Mexico
Visit Cabo with Mexico Grand Hotels’ third-night free offer at Marina Fiesta. The all-inclusive property offers a nautical experience with a spa, local activities and exciting dining in the heart of the Golden Zone, which has some of Los Cabos’ best shopping and restaurants. When booking Thanksgiving through Dec. 2, guests receive a third night free for travel through September 2020. Click here to book.
Cala Luna – Tamarindo, Costa Rica
Cala Luna Boutique Hotel & Villas is a sustainable boutique hotel that integrates wellness and eco-friendly practices in a paradisiacal setting, perfect for families looking to reconnect with nature. With the Black Friday and Cyber Monday travel deal, book three nights and get 20% off and one extra night free, plus a farm-to-table dinner and one private yoga class. The sale is available here or by calling 317/383-0038.
The Best Hotel Deals in Europe
Family-friendly sophistication at The Curtain in London.
The Curtain Hotel & Members Club – London
The Curtain regularly hosts family movie nights and activities for members with children, making it a hip and family-friendly stay in London. From Nov. 28 through Dec. 3, The Curtain is offering guests 20% off the best available rates. Visit TheCurtain.com to book.
Dromoland Castle – County Clare, Ireland
Book an executive deluxe room or a stateroom at Dromoland Castle — a fairytale castle in the Irish countryside —and receive 50% off the second night on bookings made from Black Friday through Cyber Monday. Book here.
Carton House – Ireland
Carton House is welcoming guests to enjoy a journey through the past at the 1,100-acre estate in the Irish countryside – just 25 minutes outside of Dublin. From Nov. 29 to Dec. 2, guests can receive up to 30% off select packages and gift cards to enjoy a series of recently unveiled refreshments to the storied property including an all-new dining outlet, The Carriage House.
Pulitzer Amsterdam
The Best Cruise Deals
March of the penguins on a Quark Expeditions cruise.
Cunard Cruise Line
Luxury cruise line Cunard is offering travelers Black Friday and Cyber Monday travel deals on many 2020 voyages and all its ships including the Queen Mary 2, Queen Victoria and Queen Elizabeth. The promotion is valid Nov. 20 to Dec. 4 on new voyage bookings and guests will receive up to 50% off launch fares.
Hurtigruten
This expedition cruise line is offering a Black Friday Sale with up to 50% off its 2020-21 itineraries to Antarctica, South America, Norway and more. For sailings on the world’s first hybrid cruise ship, MS Roald Amundsen, the line also offers its Young Explorer’s Program, which is a complimentary, year-round program for curious and active youth aged 6-12 years. Visit here to take advantage of the sale, which runs from Nov. 27 to Dec. 4.
Quark Expeditions
If you’re looking to check off the illusive seventh continent, you don’t want to miss these Black Friday travel deals. Quark Expeditions — which offers families truly intimate and memorable Arctic and Antarctica encounters with their surroundings and wildlife, like penguins! — has a Black Friday sale. You’ll save up to 50% off for the 2019-20 Antarctic season. The sale, running from Nov. 18 to Dec. 3 will offer savings on voyages departing between Dec. to Mar. and includes, for the first time, 50% off the convenient Fly/Cruise Expeditions.
Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection
Luxury river cruise company Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection is offering travelers their best savings of the year for 2020 river cruises. Guests will save up to 30% off select sailings across most itineraries and room categories through Jan. 3. The family-friendly, Generations Collection cruises are included in this deal offering exclusive programs and excursions for young travelers.
Deals on Trips and Transportation
Swimming in a cenote with Aventuras Mayas.
Amtrak
Amtak’s highly-anticipated “Track Friday Sale” returns this year. Details are kept under wraps until the deal goes live on Amtrak.com Nov. 29, but last year’s offer included 30% off nationwide train travel. Visit here when the deal goes live on Nov. 29.
Aventuras Mayas
This Mexico-based adventure tour operator is offering 50% off when you book direct online with code CM2019 on Nov. 29 through Dec. 6. Offer valid for adventures from Nov. 2019 to Nov. 2020. Visit here to book.
Avis/Amazon
Amazon Prime Members who book with Avis between Nov. 28 and Dec. 2 using PayNow can receive up to 15% of the rental price back in an Amazon.com gift card, a reward to put towards DVDs or books to entertain kids. The deal is valid for all check out dates, so you can take advantage of savings now or plan ahead for next year’s trip. Log in with your Prime account and book on avis.com.
Booking.com
On a mission to make it easier for everyone to experience the world, offering great deals is just one way that Booking.com provides great value. The Black Friday travel deals feature tens of thousands of deals at properties across the globe, starting at 40% off, with book-by dates extending to Cyber Monday. To search for the Black Friday deals, visit Booking.com.
CheapCaribbean
CheapCaribbean, the leading online travel agency for beach vacations to the Caribbean, Mexico and Central America is offering 70% off all-inclusive 2019/2020 bookings from Nov. 7 to Dec. 2. Through this sale, all-inclusive vacation prices start as low as $349. One of many resorts included is the Tamarijn Aruba All Inclusive (3 nights from $849), where kids ages 12 and under stay and eat free. Tamarijn Aruba redefines family-friendly with an array of activities like windsurfing and a 30-foot rock climbing wall. Visit here to book.
Dollar Flight Club
Dollar Flight Club sends its members deals on flights departing from their home airports, saving them between 60-90% off the original fares. Their tip: Looking at neighboring airports to fly to or from is one of the most efficient money saving techniques in the industry. Signup for free here. On Nov. 1, the site launched Premium Plus+, which saves you up to $3,000 on Business/First Class flights. This Black Friday, you can get the biggest discount ever on this premium membership.
Delta Flight Deals
Get amazing Black Friday travel deals on flights around the world with Delta. Passengers can go to Delta’s Black Friday sale page and select their region to see the list of departure cities and destinations included in their area. Best of all there isn’t an offical range of travel days for the sale so make sure you click around to find the travel days that work for you and try several options to get the best deal.
Eurail
Skip over flight sales and be a friend to Mother Earth by taking the train with Eurail, the multi-destination rail pass providing access to over 31 countries and over 40,000 cities across Europe. The average Eurail trip produces three times less CO2 than traveling by car and four times less than planes, plus, passholders can monitor the energy consumption of their travels with Eurail’s EcoPassenger tracker. The deal includes 15% off first-class Global Passes and 10% off 2nd Class Global Passes. Starting Nov. 25 to Dec. 2. Book via eurail.com.
Fareness
Flight deals app, Fareness, lets travelers find the cheapest travel dates and destinations at a glance, for savings of up to 50% as compared to choosing a random date or a specific destination. Install and setup the Fareness App free trial subscription between Nov. 29 to Dec. 2 and receive the first 30 days free, no code needed. Subscription is $7.99/month.
Intrepid Travel
Carbon neutral company Intrepid Travel is offering 20% off 2020 tours, including family adventures, departing between Jan. 16-Dec. 14, 2020 when booked Nov. 25 – Dec. 5. Visit here for more information; discount is automatically applied to applicable trips.
JUCY RV Rentals
Ever dreamed about sleeping the stars in Joshua Tree or visiting the ghost towns in Nevada? Hit the road with JUCY RV Rentals. Book a trip between Black Friday, Nov. 29 and Travel Tuesday, Dec. 3 and get a 50% discounted rate. Plus, JUCY will throw in kitchen kits, bedding kits and 100 free miles per night for a savings of more than 75%. Enter promo code JUCYBLACK at checkout here.
Lion World Travel
Lion World Travel — a safari operator that specializes in unforgettable safaris to Southern and East Africa — will make travelers’ dreams of Africa come true with affordable luxury safari packages that cannot be matched. Lion World’s latest offer for Black Friday and Cyber Monday cannot be beat. The safari operator’s Best of South Africa safari includes five-star lodges, upgrades, roundtrip international airfare, domestic airfare and more for an exceptional value: priced at $3,999 per person, compared to its original price of $4,499.
Sam’s Club
This Black Friday, Sam’s Club is offering a 50% off on Hawaii, Aspen and Vail hotels. The deal applies if you book between Nov. 28 through Dec. 1, for travel dates from Nov. 28 through Mar. 3. Other Sam’s Club Travel Black Friday deals include savings up to 45% off KISS concert tickets, 50% off Legoland California Sea Life Hopper tickets and orchestra seats to The Lion King on Broadway for as low as $123. Check the Travel and Entertainment site for more travel deals.
Trafalgar
Trafalgar is offering up to 20% off on 40-plus trips worldwide for Black Friday. From cowboys and buffalos in the wild west to spotting exotic monkeys and making chocolate with locals in Costa Rica, this guided vacation company makes it easy for families to visit all corners of the globe. The price includes cherry-picked accommodations, locally-hosted meals, in-destination transport and expert travel directors and local guides to lead the way. Visit trafalgar.com to book.
Turkish Airlines Flight Deals
Turkish Airlines is having a Black Friday “Friday Flyday” sale with discounts to various cities around the world. Additionally, for passengers connecting through the new Istanbul Airport, scheduled to be the largest upon completion, Turkish Airlines offers a complimentary stopover program to explore the beautiful city of Istanbul and stay in some of the city’s best hotels free of charge.
Vacations By Rail
The whole family will be on board with getting aboard a Vacations By Rail train journey. The trusted tour operator will offer a “Cyber Week” sale from Dec. 2 to 6 where passengers can save an additional $100 per person on already discounted (select) Canada vacations and an additional $50 on already discounted (select) USA and Europe journeys. Visit here to book trips to locations such as Edinburgh, Colorado, The Rockies and more during Cyber Week.
Deals on Entertainment and Attractions
LEGOLAND New York Resort.
LEGOLAND New York Resort
Theme park lovers can get in on the action with these Black Friday and Cyber Monday travel deals. In anticipation of the theme park opening on July 4th , LEGOLAND New York Resort is offering over 50% savings on the park’s highest tier annual pass. From Nov. 26 to Cyber Monday, families can purchase the Gold Pass (valued at $209.99) for $99.99, which includes perks like unlimited year-long admission to LEGOLAND New York Resort and more than 30 other Merlin Entertainment, plus up to 20% off dining and more
Best known for its world-famous Italy tours, Walks of Italy is a unique tour experience that is sure to bring your 2020 family trip to the next level. Book between Nov. 22 to Dec. 3, and get 25% off tours in Paris, Rome, London, New York, Venice, Barcelona and more. These small groups of no more than 12 to 15 people have truly unique experiences — from true crime in New York to authentic cooking classes in Rome. Book here.
Liftopia
Liftopia’s annual Cyber Monday sale begins Nov. 26 at 5 p.m. PT through Dec. 3 at 9 p.m. PT, with deals on lift tickets at ski resorts. Give the gift of ski this holiday, or simply use this opportunity to snag the best deals of the season by purchasing lift tickets online and in advance. Purchase a Liftopia Gift Card and get a bonus credit up to 25% (spend $100-$199, get a $15 bonus gift card; spend $200-$299, get a $40 bonus gift card; spend $300 or more, get a $75 bonus gift card). For more details and to purchase, go here.