We’ve all heard about the amazing Black Friday weekend – but watch out, there’s a new day in the deal arena, especially for those looking for their next travel tip.

Satisfied shoppers and bargain hunters often take advantage of Thanksgiving sales to find the most in-demand deals. A number of travel deals are offering great packages as suppliers, airlines and hotel chains slash their prices.

Most Cyber ​​Monday deals are expected to end on December 2nd as companies pause their busiest sales period for another year.

But for some, Black Friday is just the beginning. In general, several platforms are offering great deals for a day called “Travel Tuesday,” which this year falls on tomorrow, December 3rd.

On this day, we expect even more discounts on flights, hotel stays and related travel offers from airlines and operators around the world.

Simon Calder, travel correspondent for The Independentsaid: “In the short term, the last days of November and the first two weeks of December represent the lowest season for airlines to reduce fares to the level they need to fill their planes.”

If you’ve been hesitant about booking this holiday, don’t wait any longer – we’ve got all the information you need to take advantage of Travel Tuesday.

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What is Travel Tuesday?

Held every year on the day after Cyber ​​Monday, Travel Tuesday is to the travel industry what Cyber ​​Monday is to technology and online deals. This day features travel-only deals and savings from hotel companies, airlines, travel agents and more.

Online booking platform Hopper is credited with coining the term in 2017 after discovering that the Tuesday after Thanksgiving was a profitable time to book flights.

According to McKinsey & Company, travel companies have taken note and increased search interest for “Travel Tuesday” by over 500 percent from 2021 to 2023.

Data from travel marketing platform Sojern shows that in 2023, U.S. travelers’ hotel, cruise and flight bookings on Travel Tuesday saw “notable increases” compared to the two weeks before and the two weeks after.

We expect the best deals to be obtained in the United States or from U.S.-based companies. However, keep an eye out as there could be some surprises in other parts of the world, including the UK, as the marketing concept gains traction.

When is Travel Tuesday 2024?

The relatively recent phenomenon, sometimes referred to as “Travel Deals Tuesday,” and lasting less long than its Friday and Monday counterparts, falls on December 3, 2024.

What offers are there this travel Tuesday?

Booking.com

Avid travelers can save up to 35 percent on select hotel reservations and accommodations with Booking.com’s special offers through December 4th. The affordable stays can be booked now through December 31, 2025, be it a long weekend or a week of relaxation on the beach. Top destinations include Istanbul, Dubai and Rome, which offer some of the best accommodation deals.

Interrail from National Rail

Rail fans looking forward to a summer on the tracks in 2025 are probably preparing to book their next Interrailing adventure. Interrail by National Rail’s 25 percent savings on Interrail Global Passes and selected One Country Passes are guaranteed to turn heads. From November 26th to December 17th, seven-day passes for adults, previously £324, will cost just £243 for travel up to 11 months from the date of purchase.

Maiden voyages

To save money, Virgin Voyages has discounted selected Travel Tuesday cruises to just £79 per person per night, including trips to the Caribbean, Canada and Miami. Other offers also include an 80% discount for a second person to accompany you on holiday, and there’s a cash tab of up to £230 up for grabs until December 4th.

Contiki

Travelers aged 18 to 35 can save big this cyber sale season by saving 25 percent on 125 Contiki trips in 2024. The discount is valid until December 5th for travel between January 1st and December 31st, 2025 and offers a bucket list full of European favorites, including savings on ski weeks in Austria and New Zealand.

Expedia

Expedia members can sign up to save 30 percent or more on select hotels from New York to Dubai when they book before December 4 in the travel provider’s biggest travel sale of the year. Trips with overnight stays in spacious suites and elegant apartments can be booked until December 15, 2025 as part of the Travel Tuesday offer.

Intrepid travel

For a once-in-a-lifetime small group adventure at a much more affordable price, Intrepid Travel’s annual Cyber ​​Sale offers up to 20 percent off select adventures when booked before December 5th. As part of the promotion, explorers can save hundreds of euros on a culinary adventure in Sri Lanka, a family vacation in Peru and a scenic bike ride through Provence when they travel between December 1, 2024 and September 30, 2025. For those looking to check Antarctica off their bucket list, Intrepid is also offering up to 35 percent off its expedition cruises.

Tips for shopping on Travel Tuesday

It’s a good idea to shop around before shopping to compare prices on sale day. As always, set a budget and do your best to stick to it. But also try to be flexible with dates and destinations if you want to save the most money – bundled trips often offer the best savings on Travel Tuesday.

Sign up to be notified of your preferred suppliers, airlines or hotels and, if possible, book directly with them as they tend to offer the best savings.

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