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All The Best Black Friday and Cyber Monday Travel Deals — From Beach Resorts to Safaris

So many savings, so little time.

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Black Friday is almost here, which means it's time to splurge on a little something special for your loved ones this holiday season. But, rather than buying them the latest gadget, why not buy an experience they'll never forget?

This year, hotels and destinations across the globe are offering incredible deals so you can make your own return to travel, or purchase a trip for someone you love so they can get back out into the world, too. Keep scrolling to see all the best Black Friday travel deals and use these discounts as your excuse to finally book that trip you've been dreaming about all year long.

Hanalei Colony Resort: Kaua'i's North Shore, Hawaii

Hanalei Colony Resort is offering 25% off the best available rates (excluding oceanfront and premium oceanfront suites) along with free room upgrades based on availability at check-in this Black Friday and Cyber Monday. The deal will be available for travel between Nov. 19, 2021 and Dec. 15, 2022, with blackout dates from Dec. 24, 2021, to Jan. 2, 2022, and Jan. 14-17, 2022. Book at HCR.com .

Tierra Magnifica: Nosara, Costa Rica

Tierra Magnifica is offering a "Bring Yourself Back to You" Cyber Monday travel deal. The newest luxury resort in Nosara is providing 20% off room rates, dining, and spa services, which means rates start at $295 per night after the discount.

"We offered this promotion for the first time last year because we knew people needed the opportunity to rejuvenate and reconnect with themselves in nature," Steve Jacobus, owner and operator of the hotel, told Travel + Leisure . "Our team is fully vaccinated and we believe travelers are more comfortable getting to their favorite international destination. Hence, we offered a deal for Cyber Monday again. Our goals are the same, give people an awesome break on their room rates and hospitality services to help them rediscover their best self."

The booking window falls between Friday, Nov. 26 and midnight on Monday, Nov. 29, with travel dates between Jan. 3 and April 30, 2022. Use the booking code CYBER2021 when booking on the hotel's website here .

Saint Lucia: 30 deals

The Saint Lucia Tourism Authority is once again making it easy to find Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals thanks to a new dedicated site detailing all of the destination's offers. The site now lists more than 30 resort, villa, and tour deals with up to 55% off. Deals include discounts on room rates, hotel upgrades, resort credits, Pitons cruises, cultural tours, nature tours, photo expeditions, and more. See all the discounted stays and plays here .

Renaissance Wind Creek Aruba Resort: Oranjestad, Aruba

Travelers can book a stay at Renaissance Wind Creek Aruba Resort this Black Friday and score a 50% off deal on standard rates for two nights or more. Interested travelers can book using the discount for the adults-only hotel between Friday, Nov. 26 and the end of Monday, Nov. 29 for travel through Dec. 31, 2022, including holidays. Book your stay using code BOG here .

The Cornell Inn: Lenox, Massachusetts

This Black Friday and Cyber Monday, travelers can book three nights and get the fourth night free at the Cornell Inn, a historic hotel that's been completely reimagined and renovated for the modern age. The travel window for trips using the deal fall between Dec. 1, 2021 and April 30, 2022. (The deal requires a minimum three-night stay.) Book your stay using code 25OFF2022 here .

The Ray Hotel: Delray Beach, Florida

The Ray, a 141-room, design-focused hotel is offering a Black Friday travel deal of 33% off the best available rates. The best part? The hotel is offering an extended booking window from now through Dec. 3, for travel between Jan. 1, 2022 and Nov. 30, 2022. (The deal is only available for a minimum three-night stay and up to a seven-night stay based on availability. Blackout dates apply.) Book the deal on the hotel's website here .

Hilton Cancun, an All-Inclusive Resort: Cancun, Mexico

Hilton Cancun, an All-Inclusive Resort, is offering a 5th night free on stays this Black Friday and Cyber Monday. The deal also includes a free upgrade to the next room category when available, and kids ages 12 and under stay, play, and eat for free. Travelers can book from Nov. 26 to Nov. 29 for travel between Dec. 1, 2021, and Dec. 22, 2022 (blackout dates may apply). See all the details on the resort website here .

White Elephant Resorts: Nantucket, Massachusetts and Palm Beach, Florida

The White Elephant Resorts portfolio , including Jared Coffin House, The Cottages, The Wauwinet, White Elephant, and the Boat Basin in Nantucket, and White Elephant Palm Beach in Florida, are offering 15% off the best available rate on bookings made from Black Friday through Dec. 2. The travel dates and blackout dates vary between properties, so check out their individual websites for details, and use the booking code CYBER to snag your discount.

Dr. Wilkinson's Backyard Resort & Mineral Springs: Napa Valley, California

Dr. Wilkinson's Backyard Resort & Mineral Springs, originally built in 1952 and considered one of the first resorts in Calistoga, is offering a Black Friday and Cyber Monday travel deal of 30% off the best available rate. Travel dates run from Nov. 26, 2021 to May 26, 2022. (Blackout dates may apply.) See all the details here .

The Meritage Collection: Napa Valley, California

To celebrate the holiday season, The Meritage Resort & Spa and Vista Collina Resort & Spa will offer 30% off all bookings made from Nov. 24 to 30, and will even provide a $30 resort credit per stay. The Meritage Collection will also donate $10 per stay to The First Responders Children's Foundation. The deal is valid for stays through March 31, 2022 (blackout dates may apply). Book your stay here .

Dromoland Castle: Ireland

Located on 450 acres of parkland in the Irish countryside, Dromoland Castle is the place to be in 2022. Need a little help getting there? The hotel is offering 50% off a second night when booking a one-night stay in an executive deluxe room or stateroom this Black Friday and Cyber Monday. The reservation will also include a €25 spa credit per person. Travel dates for the deal run from Dec. 1, 2021 to March 31, 2022 (excluding festive season). Book a stay here .

Nayara: Costa Rica and Chile

Nayara is ready to help you set off on vacation again by offering 30% off all bookings at Nayara Resorts and Nayara Gardens in Costa Rica made from Black Friday through Cyber Monday. And, now that Chile has announced that as of Nov. 1 vaccinated travelers will no longer have to quarantine upon arrival, Nayara Alto Atacama will also offer a 30% discount when booking a "Full Experience" (all meals included and one full-day group excursion with a local guide) or a "Private Full Experience" (all meals included and one full-day private excursion) with a minimum of four nights. Travel dates vary between the two hotels so check their individual websites for details .

andBeyond: Africa South America

Luxury safari company andBeyond is celebrating its 30-year anniversary with a 30% savings on long stay bookings made at the brand's lodges in Botswana, Kenya, Chile, and Phinda Private Game Reserve in South Africa. (These savings will apply only on inquiries made on Cyber Monday and can be combined with all current offers.) Travel dates for the deal run from Jan. 15, 2022, to May 30, 2022, excluding Easter Insights Vacations. See its website for more details.

Lion World Travel: South Africa

Lion World Travel is offering a Black Friday Exclusive Safari through South Africa at the special price of $1,899, marking a 20% savings per person. The eight-day safari even includes game drives at Kapama Private Game Reserve. The deal is valid for travel between Jan. 6 and March 31, 2022. See the company's website for all the details.

Hôtel Barrière Le Carl Gustaf: St. Bart's

For Cyber Monday, the Hôtel Barrière Le Carl Gustaf in St. Bart's is offering 15% off room rates in the junior suite category and above (excluding the Villa Diane). The deal includes daily breakfast at three Michelin-starred chef Pierre Gagnaire's Le Fouquet's Brasserie , one yoga or pilates class at the hotel's spacious yoga studio, two 45-minute massages at Spa Diane Barrière , a $50 food and beverage credit, and more. To book, contact [email protected] (A minimum stay of five nights is required.)

Atlantis Paradise Island: Bahamas

This Black Friday and Cyber Monday, Atlantis Paradise Island is offering 20% off accommodations for guests booking five or more nights, and including a $100 daily resort credit that can be used for select food and beverage outlets, Dolphin Cay, Atlantis LIVE performances, and much more. The deal even includes two complimentary rapid antigen tests for travel back to the U.S. Public access to the deal will be available from Nov. 25 to 29, 2021, but those interested can get early access via signing up on the resort's website here .

Hyatt Global Offer: Worldwide

This Cyber Monday, Andaz Mayakoba , Hyatt Regency Aruba Resort Spa and Casino , Hyatt Regency Maui Resort & Spa , and Andaz West Hollywood will all join Hyatt's Global offer for discounted stays. Guests will receive up to 15% off their stay when they book between Nov. 9 and Dec. 21, 2021 for stays from Nov. 10, 2021 to April 30, 2022. Visit the links above for each resort, or see a listing of all the resorts taking part in the offer here .

Carillon Miami Wellness Resort: Miami, Florida

The Carillon Miami is offering not one but two Black Friday, Cyber Monday, and Travel Tuesday promotions. The first is a 20% off deal on one- and two-bedroom luxury apartments. The deal will be available between Friday, Nov. 26 and Monday, Nov. 29 at 11:59 p.m. ET for stays through Oct. 31, 2022. It also includes daily breakfast for two, a $200 resort credit, two complimentary touchless wellness experiences, and more.

Its second offering is a 30% off "Stay More, Save More" Deal. It too will be available from Friday, Nov. 26 to Tuesday, Nov. 30 at 11:59 p.m. ET for stays through Oct. 31, 2022. It includes 30% off the same room categories and also includes active upgrades for Wellness Workstations. For more details check out the hotel's website here .

Velas Resorts: Mexico

Velas Resorts in Riviera Maya, Puerto Vallarta, Riviera Nayarit, and Los Cabos are offering up to a 10% discount on suite rates this Black Friday and Cyber Monday. And, as a little bonus, the resort collection is including a $50 spa credit per adult per night and 50% off rates for kids up to 12 years old. See more about the offerings on the Velas Resort website here .

Rosewood Hotels & Resorts: Global

With 27 properties in 16 countries across the globe, Rosewood Hotels & Resorts is an industry leader in personalized service. And it's ready to help you experience it all with steep discounts at some of its best properties. This Black Friday and Cyber Monday, you can get up to 50% off the best available rates at properties like the Rosewood Mansion on Turtle Creek in Dallas, and up to 30% off the best available rates at resort properties like the Rosewood Little Dix Bay in Virgin Gorda. The Booking window even lasts through Nov. 30 (Travel Tuesday) with a travel window through June 30, 2022. Just use the promo code CYBER21 at booking. (Blackout dates apply.)

Mohonk Mountain House: New Paltz, New York

Nestled in the Hudson Valley, Mohonk Mountain House, a Victorian castle resort, is ready to welcome you for a one-of-a-kind stay. You can even score a deal on that stay for the festive season. From Nov. 16, 2021, to Dec. 3, 2021, you can book a midweek stay at 40% off and 25% off on select weekend stays for travel dates between Jan. 2, 2022, and March 27, 2022. See all the dates and book now on the hotel's website .

Gurney's Resorts: Northeastern U.S.

Gurney's Resorts, one of the East Coast's leading hotel brands, is offering up to 50% off stays at their seaside properties in Montauk, New York, and Newport, Rhode Island. From Nov. 15 to Nov. 29, travelers can book stays at up to 50% off for various travel dates. See the Gurney's website now for booking details and available dates.

Shoreline Hotel Waikiki: Waikiki, Hawaii

The135-room "tropicool" boutique hotel, located just a short walk to Kalakaua Avenue, is offering travelers a few Black Friday and Cyber Monday options. This includes its pre-Black Friday sale, which offers 30% off the best available rate, with bookings available now through Nov. 25, 2021. And for Black Friday and Cyber Monday, guests can snag 40% off the best available rate (a deal available through Nov. 30, 2021). Book these deals here .

Virgin Voyages: Cruising

Virgin Voyages wants to help you set sail once again by offering up to 20% off voyages, and it's even offering an added $100 bar tab (when purchasing a $300 bar tab) for guests this Black Friday and Cyber Monday. Book now through Nov. 29, 2021 to get the deal. (Blackout dates apply.) See the booking options here .

Circle Line: New York City

The iconic sightseeing cruise line is offering 50% off any sightseeing cruises that will allow guests to get up close to iconic landmarks throughout the city. To get the deal, book your sightseeing cruise from Friday, Nov. 26, 2021, to Monday, Nov. 29, 2021. Use the discount code CYBER50 at checkout for up to four tickets. (Blackout dates apply.) Get your tickets here .

Hurtigruten Expedition Cruises: Global

Hurtigruten Expeditions, a leader in exploration travel, is offering deals on almost all of its destinations, including trips to Alaska, Antarctica, the Galápagos, and West Africa. From Nov. 22, 2021, to Nov. 30, 2021, travelers can get up to 50% off by booking through a travel agent or directly on the company's website. Additionally, the cruise line has lowered its deposit requirement to 10% during the sale. See Hurtigruten.com for all the deals and travel options.

Priceline: Global

Priceline is offering its biggest Black Friday sale ever to help families and friends reconnect. From Nov. 22, 2021, through Nov. 29, 2021, the website will offer more than $7 million in savings across all types of travel. This includes 10% off sitewide Express Deals with flash sales unlocking throughout each day for even deeper discounts on hotels, rental cars, flights, cruises, and more. Check out the Priceline site for details.

Sandals Resorts: Global

This Black Friday and Cyber Monday, Sandals Resorts is offering stays in luxury-level rooms for $400 per night. The offer can be applied to bookings of seven nights or more between July 31 and Oct. 2, 2022. This offer will be available to the first 40 rooms booked at each of the qualifying resorts, which includes Sandals Royal Bahamian, Sandals Ochi Beach Resort, and Sandals Halcyon Beach Resort. See the Sandals Resorts website for full details.

The Shelborne South Beach: Miami, Florida

The Shelborne, the famed Art Deco hotel in South Beach, is offering a few sweet deals to help travelers get to sunny Florida ASAP. For Black Friday and Cyber Monday, the hotel is offering up to 60% off its normal rates. Rates begin at $199. (Blackout dates may apply). See the hotel's website for booking options.

THēsis Hotel: Miami, Florida

THesis Hotel Miami, a modern property located in Coral Gables, is offering up to 40% off this Black Friday and Cyber Monday. Rates begin around $109, with booking dates available from Nov. 22, 2021, to Nov. 29, 2021, with travel dates from Nov. 22, 2021, through Sept. 5, 2022. See the hotel's website for full booking details.

Calilo: Papas Beach, Ios, Greece

The family-owned and operated luxury hotel located on the Greek island of Ios is offering a few deals to help travelers get back to Greece. This includes 22% off two-bedroom suites (minimum three-night stay), a two-hour Rock Pool experience, and a $200 resort credit to use towards dinner or spa. Booking is available on Cyber Monday (Nov. 29, 2021) for travel from May 15 to June 30, 2022, and Sept. 15 to Oct. 1, 2022. Blackout dates apply. See the hotel's website for full booking details.

Marriott Bonvoy Escapes: Global

Beginning Tuesday, Nov. 23 through Monday, Nov. 29 travelers looking to book at one of Marriott's 5,000 participating locations worldwide will save some major cash. Marriott Bonvoy members will save 25% on bookings, while non members will save 20%. The offer is valid on bookings through Jan. 17, 2022 and there is no minimum stay required. Marriott is offering this deal on its entire hotel brand from the J.W. to the Sheraton, the Westin, Aloft and all other signature properties. To learn more about this deal, visit the hotel chain's site for full booking information .

Hurtigruten Expeditions: Antarctica, Alaska, Galápagos, Iceland, Norway, Western Africa

If you've ever wanted to take a trip of a lifetime, now may be your chance. Hurtigruten Expeditions is offering almost all of their trips for 50% off of the usual price. For a full list of destinations involved in the sale visitors can check out the expedition site. In addition to the 50% off of trips, Hurtigruten is also lowering their cruise line deposit to just 10%. These lower rates are available through travel agents from Nov. 15 to Nov. 30 and offered online from Nov. 22 to Nov. 30.

Park Lane Hotel: New York City

Guests staying at the newly reimagined Park Lane can enjoy 25% off their stay and a complimentary upgrade (subject to availability) when reserving a minimum of 3 nights. This deal is now live through Sunday, Nov. 28, beginning on Monday Nov. 29, the same deal becomes part of Cyber Monday. The hotel recently underwent a renovation and offers guests stunning views of Central Park South. The discount applies to the room rate only, and all taxes and fees are excluded. The deal applies to bookings through 2022. Find out more information on the hotel's website.

Ecoventura: The Galapagos

Ecoventura is offering up its luxury expedition yachts, Origin & Theory, for a few Black Friday offerings. Would-be sailers can snag 15% off the cruise rate, marking a savings of $1,340 per person, when the booking is made Thursday, Nov. 25, 2021 through Tuesday, Nov. 30, 2021. In addition, Ecoventura will donate 5% of your booking to the Galapagos Biodiversity & Education for Sustainability Fund, which benefits research and conservation efforts focused on biodiversity. See the website for travel window and email [email protected] to book.

All the best Travel Tuesday flight deals

Clint Henderson

Editor's Note

It's Travel Tuesday, and we've updated our list of the best travel deals, many of which carried over from Black Friday and Cyber Monday.

Whether you want to travel domestically or plan to head off on a transatlantic adventure, it's a good time to hunt a few deals.

Here's a roundup of the best airfare deals that are live as of Tuesday. In case you don't see what you want right away, here's advice on finding the best deals .

Should you find yourself searching for other types of travel deals, be sure to browse these other stories:

  • Best Amazon Cyber Monday and Travel Tuesday deals
  • Best Travel Tuesday hotel deals
  • Best Walmart deals

Best travel deals from airlines

Air Canada had some excellent deals, and the fun isn't over. You can still save up to 40% on select vacation packages to Mexico, the Caribbean and Central America.

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Shop: Air Canada's Black Friday sale

  • Air New Zealand

Air New Zealand is having a Cyber Monday deal through Tuesday with some of its lowest prices of the year.

  • Los Angeles to Auckland from $1,033
  • New York to Auckland from $1,433
  • Houston to Auckland from $1,133
  • Honolulu to Auckland from $933

You can also add a second city to any Auckland booking for just $99, with a stopover in Auckland.

Go to airnewzealand.com/cyber-sale for more information.

American Airlines

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American Airlines is offering lots of deals via a webpage it set up for Black Friday and Cyber Monday. You can book with prices starting at less than $100 for domestic flights. For example, flights from New York City to Miami cost as little as $79 one-way.

Shop: American Airlines Black Friday sale

Air Tahiti Nui

To celebrate its 25th anniversary, Air Tahiti Nui offered its first Tiare Pass. It unlocked round-trip tickets to four destinations from the U.S. for just $1,525.

There was so much demand for this deal that it sold out, but Air Tahiti Nui tells us there are still some deals for Cyber Monday on its website , including round-trip flights in coach from Seattle or Los Angeles to Tahiti for $851.

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Alaska Airlines

Alaska Airlines has discounts on many routes it flies, with one-way fares as low as $39 or 4,000 Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan miles. Routes with these reduced rates include Burbank, California, to San Francisco, as well as Las Vegas to Los Angeles.

You can also fly for $129 each way (or 10,000 miles one-way) from New York to Seattle or Portland, Oregon.

Flights from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to San Diego International Airport (SAN) are just $119 or 10,000 miles.

You must purchase by Wednesday.

Shop: Alaska Airlines sale

Avelo Airlines

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For Travel Tuesday, Avelo Airlines is offering $50 off flights Dec. 1-14 with the promo code DEC50.

Shop: Avelo Airlines Black Friday deal

British Airways

British Airways launched a huge sale for the holidays. The British Airways Vacation Sale includes savings of up to $600 on vacation bookings, including packages to London, Europe and destinations worldwide for bookings made by Tuesday for travel through June 30, 2024.

For example, London vacations with five nights at the Hilton London Olympia start at $849 per person from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and from $899 per person from New York's John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and other U.S. airports. Barcelona packages are also on sale, with five nights available for as low as $699 from various U.S. cities.

Shop: British Airways Black Friday sale

Breeze Airways

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Breeze Airways is having a sale featuring up to 60% off base fares on certain travel dates. The sale applies to flights from all of Breeze's 45 cities and across approximately 150 routes for travel from Dec. 1, 2023, through Sept. 1, 2024.

Passengers should use the promo code CYBER on the Breeze app or at flybreeze.com through 11:59 p.m. EST on Tuesday.

Shop: Breeze Airways Black Friday sale

Delta Air Lines

Delta Vacations is offering savings of up to $300 all November long. Delta SkyMiles members can save big when they book a flight and hotel together for locations like Hawaii, Mexico, Central America, South America and the Caribbean. Use the promo code SMBF300 and book by Thursday for travel through Jan. 31, 2024.

Shop: Delta Cyber Monday deals

Frontier Airlines

Frontier Airlines has launched a new 2024-2025 Frontier all-you-can-fly pass for a special rate of $499 per year (it will automatically renew for $599 per year). It is valid for travel between May 1, 2024, and April 30, 2025. As a part of the Black Friday special, it will include Silver elite status beginning early in 2024 when you purchase by Tuesday.

Shop: Frontier Airlines

Hawaiian Airlines

Hawaiian's Cyber Monday sale is offering some pretty sweet deals on Hawaii flights.

Most of its flights from California to various Hawaiian islands are on sale from $94 to $109 for one-way basic economy tickets. Flights from Seattle or Portland, Oregon, are as low as $130, and flights to and from Austin are as low as $145.

Shop: Hawaiian Airlines Cyber Monday sale

JetBlue Vacations is offering up to $750 off flight and hotel packages with only a $99 deposit required at booking. The sale runs through Wednesday.

The savings for this deal depend on how much you spend, with discounts beginning at $50 off a vacation of $1,000 or more. For the $750 in savings, you'll need to buy a vacation that costs $8,000 or more.

JetBlue also has a Cyber Monday deal running until Wednesday with flights that start at $59 each way for travel from Jan. 9 to March 27, 2024, for travel on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.

Shop: JetBlue Cyber Monday sale

  • Play Airlines

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Play Airlines has some incredible deals that started on Black Friday. The low-cost Icelandic carrier is offering 35% off flights to Iceland, Paris, Berlin, Frankfurt, London, Copenhagen, Dublin and Amsterdam. For this deal, you'll need to travel from December 2023 through May 2024.

Available deals include round-trip itineraries from New York Stewart International Airport (SWF) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) for as low as $262. Note that the itinerary requires a stop at Reykjavik's Keflavik Airport (KEF), but at that price, you won't find us complaining.

Shop: Play Black Friday sale

Southwest Airlines

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Southwest is offering 30% off for Cyber Monday through Thursday. Use the code CYBER30 when booking for select domestic destinations between Jan. 9 and March 6, 2024.

Shop: Southwest Black Friday deals

Spirit Airlines

Spirit Airlines is offering 85% off base fares on Travel Tuesday with the code 85PCT for travel on eligible flights from Dec. 5, 2023, through Feb. 14, 2024 (with some blackout dates).

Shop: Spirit Airlines Vacations Black Friday sale

TAP Air Portugal

You can book discounted airfare with TAP Air Portugal for travel through Dec. 14, 2023; Jan. 11 through March 20, 2024; and April 9 to May 31, 2024. These reduced fares start at $400 round-trip from the U.S. to Europe and from $450 round-trip from the U.S. to Africa.

Shop: TAP Air Portugal Black Friday sale

Virgin Atlantic

Virgin Atlantic and Virgin Holidays have some excellent deals on offer for Travel Tuesday across both award and cash fares, including:

  • 33% off all Virgin Atlantic reward seats across the carrier's entire network
  • Up to 2,000 British pounds ($2,506) off Upper Class flights on select fares between the United Kingdom and the U.S.
  • Up to 90 British pounds off Premium on select fares
  • Up to 90 British pounds off Economy Light, Classic and Delight on select fares
  • Save 150 British pounds when you spend 3,500 British pounds on Virgin Holidays and flight plus hotel bookings

The Virgin Atlantic sales will run through Tuesday.

Shop: Virgin Atlantic Black Friday deals .

Additional airfare deals

Hopper is offering discounted flight deals with the following participating airlines:

  • ITA Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • Sata Azores
  • Porter Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • China Airlines

Shop: Hopper

Bonus miles on Delta gift cards

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Delta is offering bonus miles on gift card purchases of more than $400. Bonus mileage varies: Nonmembers get 3 bonus SkyMiles per dollar spent, Delta Diamond Medallions get 7 bonus SkyMiles per dollar spent and Silver Medallions get 4 bonus SkyMiles per dollar spent.

Go to this landing page for purchases.

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The 20+ Best Black Friday Travel Deals [2023]

Why You Should Be Looking at Black Friday Travel Deals

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As Black Friday 2021 comes around the corner and travel desires build to an intolerable level, the opportunity to take advantage of fantastic travel deals has, perhaps, never been bigger.

With travel companies needing to get revenue on their books fast, they’ve unveiled unbelievable deals at a breakneck pace!

Today, there are tons of opportunities to get travel deals at a massive discount. In this guide, we’ll be walking you through our best choices for top Black Friday travel deals!

Black Friday travel deals

Traditionally, Black Friday is known as an opportunity to buy goods like clothing and electronics at a cheap price. But you’re probably wondering when you’ll have the opportunity to travel next.

Travel prices are so incredibly low right now that scoring a deal on Black Friday can be irresistible. There are 2 main reasons why you’d want to consider Black Friday travel deals:

  • Phenomenal pricing
  • The most flexible travel deals in recent history

Even if you get your travel booked at a massive discount, you’ll also find that these deals have insanely flexible cancellation policies, so there’s very little risk to you!

We’ll continue updating this list as deals come and go, so you’ll definitely want to save this page!

Let’s get into our best Black Friday travel deals!

The 6 Best Overall Black Friday Travel Deals in 2021

Cancun

If you’re looking for an amazing deal to Mexico, you can book a terrific 5-night travel package for up to 44% off.

This package includes:

  • Round-trip airfare to Cancún
  • 5 nights at the Flamingo Cancun in a Standard Room or  El Cozumeleño in a Garden View Room
  • All meals and drinks (including alcohol)
  • All taxes and fees

This package can be booked for as low as $499 per person!

This deal is valid for select departure dates from now until December 15, 2021, as well as departures from January 5, 2022 to July 2, 2022 from Fort Lauderdale, Houston, and Miami.

If you travel during Easter week or any major holidays, extra surcharges will apply.

Surrounding departures are also available from $39 more from Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Cleveland, Dallas, Denver, Detroit, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Nashville, New Orleans, New York, Orlando, Phoenix, Pittsburgh, San Francisco, Washington, D.C., and more.

You can change without fees, but you’ll need to do so at least 60 days before departure for Spirit Airlines flights. Also, if you choose to cancel, you will receive a credit for a future trip with the same company.

Book Today : Up to 44% off (Travelzoo Exclusive)!

Puerto Vallarta

Want a quick getaway to Puerto Vallarta with a hefty discount? You can get a taste of 4-star luxury in Puerto Vallarta for 33% off of your trip!

Here’s what’s included:

  • $899 from now until December 21, 2021
  • $999 from January 5, 2022, to December 22, 2022
  • You can add extra nights from $299 per night
  • You can book upgraded Oceanfront Rooms at a discounted rate, starting at $999 for 3 nights
  • All meals and drinks (including alcoholic beverages)
  • VAT (value-added tax)

Note that stays from December 22, 2021, to January 4, 2022, are not available.

There are stays available all the way until late December 2022, and this package includes free cancellations up to 14 days after purchase.

Book Today : Save 33% (Travelzoo Exclusive)!

Dubai Expo Pavillion

Visiting Dubai doesn’t have to be expensive. You can book a fantastic, 4-star tour and save a bundle of money to use while checking out the city’s best attractions!

For $1,998, you can book a 6-night tour for 2 travelers, which includes the following:

  • 6 nights of accommodations in your choice of one of the following hotels: Mercure Dubai Barsha Heights Hotel Suites, Central Millennium Place Barsha, or Al Seef Heritage Hotel Dubai
  • Guided sightseeing, including a visit to Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo
  • A desert safari and BBQ dinner
  • Aerial views of Dubai from the world’s tallest building, Burj Khalifa
  • A dinner cruise along the Dubai Marina
  • Round-trip airport transfers and ground transportation in air-conditioned private vehicles, as well as English-speaking guides and all necessary entrance fees, per the itinerary (optional sightseeing excluded)

And if you travel before March 31, 2022, you’ll receive free tickets to the Expo 2020 Dubai!

There are 45 departure dates to choose from all the way through March 2024. You can also get a 100% refund if you can’t go!

Book Today : Save 50% on your 6-night Dubai tour for 2!

South Palm Resort Maldives

The Maldives is a bucket list vacation spot for most travelers. The white-sand beaches, crystal-clear blue waters, and secluded nature of it makes it the perfect place for sunseekers.

For just $1,399, you can access an inclusive, private villa getaway for 2 at the South Palm Resort Maldives .

  • A 5-night stay for 2 in the Sunrise Villa
  • Daily breakfast, lunch, and dinner served at Banyan Restaurant
  • Welcome drinks on arrival, plus unlimited drinks for 2 hours every day (including alcoholic beverages)
  • Round-trip domestic flights and speedboat transfers to the resort

Booking a beach villa will cost $1,499, while a water villa will cost $1,899 with 24/7 butler service included. You can add extra nights for as low as $279 per night.

Interestingly, you can combine multiple vouchers to book a longer stay here, too.

You can get a 100% refund if you can’t go, but any changes must be made at least 14 days before your scheduled arrival at the resort.

You can book dates from April 1, 2022, to December 19, 2023. If your stay dates include Christmas Eve or New Year’s Eve in 2021 or 2022, you must also pay a holiday supplement of $80 to $150 per adult and $40 to $75 per child between the ages of 5 and 11.

Book Today : Get 62% off a Maldivian vacation!

Christ the Redeemer Rio de Janeiro Brazil

Itching to take one of those epic pre-pandemic extended vacations again? Well, it’s possible and at your fingertips’ reach!

You can visit Brazil (3 nights), Argentina (6 nights), Peru (7 nights), and Ecuador (10 nights) for just $3,999 per person.

This tour package includes the international flights from the U.S. to Rio de Janeiro, the return flights from Guayaquil, all intra-country flights, and 26 hotel nights with daily breakfast in well-reviewed properties, plus full board during the Amazon stay. It also includes guided tours and entrance fees in the itinerary, airport transfers, ground transportation, and the train ticket from Sacred Valley to Aguas Calientes.

You can choose from select departure dates in April, May, August, September, and November 2022 from Fort Lauderdale, Miami, New York, or Washington, D.C.

Other dates through June 2023 are also discounted, from $100 extra per person. You can also depart from other cities for as low as $100 more per person.

You can cancel up to 60 days before departure for a full refund, and the prices will appear as $4,399 before a discount is applied at checkout, so just keep that in mind.

Book Today : Get 66% off of your South American tour!

Victoria Falls

If a safari trip has been high on your to-do list, one of the best Black Friday deals available is a fantastic package for $2,399 per person.

You will get 1 night in Johannesburg, 3 nights in Kruger National Park, 4 nights in Cape Town, and 3 nights in Victoria Falls exploring beautiful nature and eye-popping scenery.

The package includes:

  • Round-trip airfare from the U.S. to Johannesburg and returning from Victoria Falls
  • All intra-country flights
  • 11 nights in well-reviewed hotels with daily breakfast
  • Private transportation via motorcoach
  • Sightseeing and entrance fees as per the itinerary

This vacation has select departure dates from January to March 2022, as well as from September to November 2022. Departure cities are Chicago, New York, and Washington, D.C.

You can also book nearby dates all the way through December 2023 for as low as $100 more per person. Other departure cities are also available, starting at $100 more per person.

You can cancel without fees up to 60 days before departure.

Book Today: Reserve your luxe Africa getaway for $2,399!

The 5 Best Black Friday Flight Deals

Now that we’ve discussed our best overall deals, let’s look at the best deals dedicated to flights only.

French Polynesia Bora Bora

Our top flight deal at the moment is to get up to 77% off your round-trip business class tickets to Oceania!

There are lots of options, including French Polynesia, Fiji, Australia, New Zealand, and Papua New Guinea!

Book Today: Reserve your future Oceania business class trip for up to 77% off!

Ocean Drive hotels South Beach Miami

Skyscanner is offering some amazing flight deals to Miami right now. Although your cheapest tickets will be from nearby cities like Atlanta and New York, the prices are very attractive across the U.S.

Book Today: Round-trip tickets to Miami from $35!

Fiji Airways Airbus A350 Economy Class Bula Space Seats

Fiji is one of the most exotic getaway spots in the world. If you’re considering a trip to Fiji and will fly sometime before October 31, 2022 , you can snag tickets for as low as $749 round-trip!

The best tickets are booked from Los Angeles, San Francisco, or even Honolulu (for maximum savings).

Book Today: West Coast U.S. flights to Fiji from $749 round-trip!

Taj Mahal

One of our best flight deals is to reserve a luxurious business class flight to the Indian Subcontinent for as low as $2,425 round-trip!

Countries included are India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Nepal, and Bangladesh!

Book Today: Fly comfortably to the Indian Subcontinent for less than $2,500!

Street in old San Juan Puerto Rico

Don’t want to travel too far? You can feel like you’re in a new oasis for $65 round-trip! These nonstop flights are from Philadelphia (PHL) to San Juan (SJU) and are available year-round.

You’ll be flying aboard Spirit for this fabulous deal!

Book Today: Get away to Puerto Rico from $65!

The 8 Best Black Friday Hotel Deals

One of the largest components of your travel is hotel costs. Check out our best hotel deals available!

JW Marriott Guanacaste Resort & Spa

The JW Marriott Guanacaste Resort & Spa is a luxurious 5-star resort in the heart of Costa Rica’s lush jungles and beaches. In addition to saving 54% off of your stay, you’ll get a $300 dining credit ($100 per night) and a daily breakfast buffet for 2.

Book Today: Get up to 54% off JW Marriott Guanacaste Resort & Spa in Costa Rica!

Waldorf Astoria Los Cabos

Hilton is offering a promotion whereby you can get the third night free at various properties, ranging from ultra-luxe Waldorf Astoria resorts to upscale DoubleTree by Hilton properties.

Book Today: Claim your third night free with Hilton!

Sofitel Angkor Phokeethra Golf & Spa Resort

At select AccorHotels brands, you can get up to 30% off if you book by January 5, 2022, for stays until April 30, 2022.

You can even enjoy an additional 10% discount by enrolling in ALL – Accor Live Limitless !

Book Today: Save up to 30% off AccorHotel stays!

Rosewood Mansion on Turtle Creek

One of the famous luxury hotel brands in the world is Rosewood Hotels & Resorts . You can save up to 33% on your hotel stay by taking advantage of a third, fourth, or fifth night free deal at select Rosewood properties around the world.

Book Today: Get a free night at Rosewood Hotels & Resorts!

Jean-Michel Cousteau Resort

Jean-Michel Cousteau Resort is an unparalleled eco-luxury resort in Fiji, and you can book a 6-night, all-inclusive vacation for just $3,999. You’ll save around 33% off of your stay, and it includes the following:

  • Non-alcoholic drinks
  • Round-trip ground transportation from Savusavu Airport (SVU)
  • Daily guided boat trips, snorkeling, wellness activities, and more
  • A 60-minute traditional Fijian Bobo massage for 2
  • A private dinner on the Pier for 2 (per bure, per stay)
  • A picnic on a private island for 2 (per bure, per stay)

And if you’re staying over New Year’s, you’ll also enjoy the resort’s holiday degustation menu and party for free.

This deal is valid for stays on most dates from December 1, 2021, to March 31, 2023. You can also get a full refund from TravelZoo, plus changes up until 30 days before check-in.

Book Today: Book 6 nights at Jean-Michel Cousteau Resort for $3,999!

Amanyara

One of Aman ‘s most popular hotels is Amanyara, its legendary Turks & Caicos compound. Until March 16, 2023, you can access its Season of Discovery package that offers complimentary meals, nights, and exclusive experiences.

For example, on 3-night stays, you’ll get daily breakfast, a 2-course lunch, and a 3-course dinner (excluding beverages and pop-up chef culinary). On 5-night stays, you’ll also get a complimentary night. If you book a Villa stay, you’ll also enjoy these exclusive experiences:

  • Movie night in the cinema with beverages, popcorn, and canapes
  • Ice-cream social for the family 1 afternoon
  • Private guided snorkeling trip
  • Nature walk with Amanyara’s resident naturalist

Book Today: Get extra value from the ultra-luxe Amanyara!

Villa La Estancia Cabo San Lucas

This next deal is incredible because you can stay in Cabo San Lucas in a well-reviewed, 4-star resort, Villa La Estancia , and get almost half of the cost back in perks.

For $569, get 3 nights in a Deluxe Garden View Studio, plus the following benefits:

  • Daily breakfast for 2 ($156 value)
  • $100 food and beverage credit (once per 3-night stay)
  • $25 spa credit (once per 3-night stay)

Allowed travel dates are from January 3, 2022, to December 17, 2022. If you can’t go, you can get a refund from TravelZoo. You can also cancel a reservation if you’ve already booked dates, as long as it’s done 7 days before your stay.

Book Today: Enjoy 44% off your luxury Cabo vacation!  

Hilton Waikiki Beach Hotel

Staying in Hawaii can be extremely expensive. Booking.com offers incredible deals with benefits like free breakfast, free cancellations, no prepayment, and more.

You can secure your rate before prices shoot back up again!

Book Today: Lock in your Hawaii hotel stay!

The 3 Best Black Friday Travel Package Deals

We’ve gone through flights and hotels so far, but what about travel/tour package deals? Luckily, these offers are some of the best you’ll find in the business! As you can imagine, consolidating all of the activities together can end up saving you a lot of money.

Let’s get into our best Black Friday travel package deals!

Temple Thailand

How would you like to spend 13 days and 12 nights in Thailand with 5-star accommodations and awesome amenities? You’ll visit cities like Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, and Phuket.

You’ll also have 10 breakfasts, 6 lunches, and 2 dinners while you’re there. Beyond that, there are tours and transfers provided by an air-conditioned vehicle with an English-speaking guide, luggage handling, and all entrance fees included in the itinerary.

This trip has departures on December 6, 2021, February 6, 2022, and April 6, 2022.

Book Today : Save now and travel later to experience Thailand’s beauty!

TourRadar

TourRadar is one of the best travel websites, with deals focusing on multi-day tour packages. By taking advantage of its deals, you can get up to 70% off of your vacation.

Countries you can travel to include Egypt, Italy, Greece, Thailand, and even the U.S.!

Book Today: Check out TourRadar’s best deals!

Canadian Rockies

Itching to explore Canada’s great outdoors? You can book an awesome 9-night tour package to explore this beautiful land for select departure dates from June to September 2022.

The specific departure dates are June 9, July 14, August 18, September 1, September 15, and September 22.

The package’s inclusions are international flights, 9 nights’ accommodations, daily breakfast, 1 farewell dinner, transportation by coach tour bus (1 piece of luggage and 1 carry-on allowed on board), all transfers, and all taxes.

Remember, advance seat selection on the flights is subject to extra fees. You can choose to depart from Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Seattle.

You can also choose departures from other cities for as low as $100 per person, including Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Denver, Houston, Las Vegas, New York, Miami, Minneapolis, Phoenix, Pittsburgh, Orlando, San Diego, and Washington, D.C.

There are no change fees, but if you have to cancel your trip sooner than 60 days before departure, you’ll receive a full travel credit.

Book Today: Book an outdoorsy vacation in Canada from $2,799!

Some of the best travel deals are being circulated today, and you can bet that these deals will continue to pop up.

Whether you’re looking at reserving a flexible vacation, booking affordable flights, staying in all-inclusive hotels, or just booking a tour package, there are lots of options for you.

Bookmark this page because we’ll be updating this guide with more deals as they come and go!

For more deals, see our articles on the Best Black Friday Luggage Deals and Best Black Friday Travel Backpack Deals .

Frequently Asked Questions

Does black friday have travel deals.

Yes! Just like you’ll find deals for clothing, electronics, and other goods, there are travel deals on Black Friday.

Is Black Friday a good day to buy airline tickets?

Absolutely! In fact, many of the best Black Friday sales are already out. You can book tours and vacations for massive discounts, as well as flights and hotels.

Is Black Friday or Cyber Monday better for flights?

Generally speaking, Cyber Monday is actually better for flights, but not by a long margin! These deals are excellent regardless of how you slice it.

Are there Black Friday deals on airline tickets?

Yes, there are! Black Friday deals on airline tickets range from getting super cheap domestic tickets for less than $100 to getting heavy discounts on international business class tickets, saving upwards of 77% off!

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Black Friday Travel Sales Are Here and Deals Abound

Bargain shoppers will find discounts on hotels, resorts, far-flung tours and cruises. The key is to act quickly before they disappear.

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By Elaine Glusac

Elaine Glusac is the Frugal Traveler columnist, focusing on budget-friendly tips and journeys.

As inflation continues to sting, more travelers are expected to hunt for bargains this year, and the industry is responding by offering deals across the travel landscape, from hotels to cruises and tours.

“Despite inflation and higher prices, we continue to see a strong preference for experiences with travel,” said Brett Keller, the chief executive of the online travel agency Priceline , which will hold one of its biggest sales this month, including 30 percent off select hotel stays and up to 50 percent off rental cars.

Given strong demand, travel companies can usually hold fast on prices, but by offering seasonal sales, they can hedge against changes in the future.

“There is a benefit to hoteliers in securing bookings with more lead time so they can more accurately understand demand,” said Christine Guadenzi, the director of sales and marketing for the Family Coppola Hideaways , a collection of small hotels that includes the coastal Turtle Inn in Belize, which will offer 20 percent off room rates booked Nov. 24 to Dec. 15 (discounted rates start at $335 a night, compared to the usual $419 price tag).

Some of those deals may end up under Christmas trees as vacations are increasingly positioned as gifts.

“It’s still a treat-yourself vibe, but that may change this year as we’ve seen this bigger push for experiences rather than material gifts,” said Julie Ramhold, a consumer analyst with DealNews.com , a website that tracks sales. She expects more promotions highlighting friends’ getaways and family trips.

There may be more deals, but the usual caveats apply: The best bargains tend to be for off-season travel and midweek rates (unless it’s a popular business travel destination, like the Ameswell Hotel in California’s Silicon Valley where most blackout dates in its sale are Mondays through Wednesdays). If a deal is “up to 40 percent off,” that 40 percent is likely applied to low season dates and may drop to 10 percent in busier times.

Many travel businesses use Black Friday sales to fill their books in slow periods, even bargain options. For example, the Dagny Boston is offering 25 percent off rooms, which normally start at $119 a night, until Nov. 29 for winter stays through February.

Always read the terms carefully. Many deals are nonrefundable and prepaid, including suites at the 18th-century, village-turned-hotel Borgo San Vincenzo in Montepulciano, Italy, where a sale from Nov. 23 to 27 offers 20 percent off regular rates, including breakfast for two, complimentary e-bike loans and a 100-euro, or about $107, credit for food and drink (suites normally start at 300 euros).

Sometimes incentives come in calendar-related tiers. Through Nov. 30, the tour company G Adventures will offer up to 30 percent off trips departing before April 20, and 10 to 15 percent off for departures in May and June.

Be proactive. With the growth of travel sales, it’s worth checking a hotel, tour company, airline or cruise line you’re interested in from Nov. 24 to 28 to see what they’re offering.

The following sales represent the broad range of offers available this holiday shopping season.

Flash sales and bargains

In a new twist on blink-and-they’re-gone deals, Topnotch Resort in Stowe, Vt., and High Peaks Resort in Lake Placid, N.Y., are each offering one room a night through Aug. 31 at $100. Book them while they last on Nov. 27.

Between Nov. 24 and 28, the Vintages Trailer Resort in Oregon’s winegrowing Willamette Valley will offer 40 percent off stays in its retro trailers for travel through March. Discounted nightly rates start at $59 (use code CYBER23).

Ski destinations rarely go on sale, but through Dec. 17, about a dozen hotels in Aspen, Colo., will offer rooms from $150 a night, and the Aspen Snowmass ski resort will sell $88 lift tickets — normally $189 — for trips from Thanksgiving to Dec. 22.

Among airline sales, Scandinavian Airlines will price round-trip flights between the United States and Scandinavia from $375 between Nov. 21 and 28 for travel Jan. 15 through April.

Portfolio sales

Plan for any upcoming event — such as a wedding, business meeting or concert — by shopping companies that put their entire hotel portfolios on sale. The stylish Viceroy Hotels & Resorts is holding a sale through Dec. 3 with rooms up to 35 percent off. Before discounts, nightly rates tend to run between $275 at the Viceroy Chicago and $850 at Sugar Beach, A Viceroy Resort .

CitizenM operates 33 hotels in cities in the United States, Europe and Asia. Through Nov. 27, rooms will be discounted up to 30 percent for stays through March. Shoppers who sign up for the company’s loyalty program with a six-month free trial can take advantage of free perks such as late check out. Rates normally start between about $200 and $230 at citizenM hotels in Chicago, San Francisco and Seattle.

AutoCamp , which offers glamping-style accommodations, with lodgings in Airstream trailers in resort areas such as Cape Cod, in Massachusetts, and near national parks like Yosemite and Zion, is offering up to 40 percent off Nov. 24 to 27 for stays of two nights or more through 2024 (pre-sale rates start at $138).

Bucket-list trips

Exotic and dream destinations will be on sale in the coming weeks, too. EF Go Ahead Tours is discounting a “bucket list” roster of destinations through Nov. 22 at up to $600 off per person, including a 12-day trip to Bali and Java, Indonesia , which starts at $3,039 before the sale. On Black Friday, the tour company will offer more sales, including trips to Greece, and take an extra $100 off all tours.

On the Spanish island of Mallorca, the new Zafiro Palace Andratx is offering up to 40 percent off rates (starting at $112 a night, post-discount) for stays during the 2024 season (May through September) when booked between Nov. 20 and 28 (three-night minimum stay required).

A pair of Marriott luxury hotels near Machu Picchu in Peru will be on sale Nov. 24 to Dec. 1 for three-night stays through March at more than 40 percent off. Housed in a 500-year-old mansion in Cusco, Palacio del Inka will offer rooms starting at $236 a night after the discount, including breakfast for two. In the nearby Sacred Valley, Tambo del Inka stays will start at $355 a night with the promotion , including breakfast for two.

Learn to surf for less in Costa Rica at Surf Synergy , which has a 25-percent-off sale until Dec. 15 on its seven-day surf camps, which normally start at $2,765 a person, including lodging, meals, airport transfers, surf lessons, massages and other activities.

It’s a good time to shop for cruises. Celebrity Cruises is putting most of its itineraries through April 30 on sale through Dec. 5, with 75 percent off a second guest sharing a cabin, and up to $300 in shipboard credits. An 11-night sailing in New Zealand in March starts at $683 before the sale.

It’s also one of the few times to find sales on lodgings in and around popular national parks. Explorer Cabins just outside of Yellowstone National Park will take 30 percent off rates between Black Friday and Cyber Monday (from $229 nightly before the sale).

Splurges on sale

Even some luxury companies whittle their rates during the holiday kick off. From Nov. 23 to 27, SB Winemaker’s House & Spa , a boutique property in Mendoza, Argentina, that is operated by the winemaker Susana Balbo, will take 30 percent off its $4,235 price for a five-night package in January, including a massage, wine-paired dinner, ceramics workshop and other activities.

Consider salmon fishing in Alaska at Salmon Falls Resort near Ketchikan, which is offering 30-percent-off packages booked through Dec. 1 for stays from May 1 to Sept. 30. Discounted rates start at $945 a person and include meals, airport transfers and daily activities such as guided fishing and kayaking.

Miraval Resorts & Spa , in Arizona, Massachusetts and Texas, is coming out with a $300 nightly resort credit to bookings made Nov. 27 to Dec. 5 for stays through 2024. Rates at the Miraval Berkshires start at $679 and include lodgings, meals and activities.

Graze your way through southern Italy in May on a 12-day culinary tour of Naples, Calabria and Basilicata with My Bella Vita Travel . During its sale from Nov. 23 to 27, the Taste of the South tour saves nearly $1,000 on the trip that normally costs $6,650 a person. Other tours will also be reduced 15 percent at that time.

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Black Friday Travel Deals: What to Do (and Not Do) When Booking

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1. Book amazing deals when you see them (and reconsider them after booking)

2. read the cancellation terms, 3. check prices, and then check them again, 4. use comparison-shopping websites, 5. pick the credit card you’ll use to book, 6. beware of resort fees, 7. don’t forget the tax.

Black Friday, Cyber Monday and — yes — Travel Tuesday offer great opportunities to save money on gifts, electronics and more. But what about for travel? Are those airfare and hotel deals really deals? Or are they just a marketing opportunity for companies looking to cash in on the buying frenzy?

The answer: both. Deals are out there, but some supposedly great prices are often misleading or exaggerated relative to the deals you can find throughout the year. Then again, some of the best travel deals of the entire year come out on Black Friday (and into the extended holiday deals season which includes Cyber Monday and Travel Tuesday).

» Learn more: What to Buy (and Skip) on Black Friday and Cyber Monday 2023

Here are seven ways to avoid getting burned on travel deals this Black Friday:

Let's say you spot a great airfare deal on Cyber Monday. Don’t wait until Travel Tuesday to book it. Even if the sale technically extends through then, someone else might have nabbed the last available seat listed.

If you find a truly unbelievable airfare, book it now. You'll have 24 hours to think it over at no monetary cost because the U.S. Department of Transportation requires that air carriers allow reservations to be canceled within 24 hours of booking without penalty.

Assuming the airfare deal is a price you’d be willing to pay on a flight you want, then lock it in. If airfares drop further on Travel Tuesday, you can cancel that flight (within 24 hours, of course) and rebook the better deal.

Or maybe you got the lowest fare, but after thinking it over, you realize the trip doesn't make sense. As long as you cancel within 24 hours of booking, your plane tickets are refundable and you won't be subject to any cancellation fees.

The only cost to you is the time and energy needed to book and cancel.

Speaking of cancellations, understand your airline or hotel's change and cancellation policy before you book. Many have especially sneaky terms like "no cancellations," so make sure you read the fine print.

After all, a fully refundable $209-a-night hotel room may be a better deal for you than the Black Friday sale on the same room going for $199 where you have to pay upfront and it's non-refundable.

While you can always cancel airfare within 24 hours of booking for a full refund and with no other penalty, refunds are less easy to come for pretty much every other situation (aside from the airline canceling your flight on you ). With most airfares, it's unlikely you'll get a full cash refund, particularly on nonrefundable airline tickets .

As far as hotels go, the rules vary widely. Some hotels let you cancel with a full refund three days before arrival, while others make it a week. Many are moving toward a 30-day deadline. Penalties differ, too. “Fully prepaid” room rates often mean you lose 100% of the cost if you can’t make the trip for any reason, including serious illness. Others charge a one-night penalty.

Search prices now, then search them again in the days leading up to Black Friday. Shoppers looking to buy a gaming console or big-screen TV have a good idea of what the product normally costs. That’s harder for folks shopping for travel. Hotel rates and airfares fluctuate from season to season, and sometimes even daily. Deals pitched as “amazing” or “unbelievable” may be more hype than substance.

NerdWallet has done some of the homework for you by tracking the Cyber Monday and Travel Tuesday 2023 deals we believe to be good.

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A screenshot from Google Flights

Other tools, like Google Flights, can also help you understand whether prices are below average. With Google Flights, you can find the flight you intend to book, and a graph will appear on the page telling you how prices compare for that flight versus what they had been previously posted for. Google's enormous trove of data also predicts whether fares will likely go if you wait to book.

Speaking of Google Flights, that's just one of the myriad flight tracking tools you should consider using to compare prices.

Google Flights is good, though it's not the only tool to consider. Skyscanner posts helpful information about Black Friday travel offers. Check the “Deals” tabs on travel booking sites like Expedia and Travelocity, as well as on airline and hotel websites. Deal specialists like Travelzoo and Groupon can be useful, too. And Going, formerly known as Scott's Cheap Flight offers both a paid and free service to send deal alerts right to your inbox.

Depending on where you want to go, this could be the time to sign up for an airline or hotel rewards credit card, especially one offering a bonus. Assuming you're doing above-average spending during the holiday season, this could be an excellent time to apply for a travel credit card with a sign-up bonus .

Of course, points and miles aren't the only reason to hold a travel credit card (and perhaps even better, a premium travel credit card ). An excellent travel credit card can give you extra benefits when you're on vacation, such as access to Priority Pass airport lounges . Many also carry less glitzy, but more valuable benefits, such as credit cards that offer travel insurance .

» Learn more: The best travel credit cards

More hotels are tacking on a resort fee on top of their daily rate and claiming it covers things like free daily newspapers, Wi-Fi or pool towels. The average resort fee is $42.41 per night, according to a NerdWallet analysis. NerdWallet looked at more than 100 U.S. hotels with January 2023 check-in dates as part of its 2023 Best-Of Awards to see which hotels have the best and worst fees .

That figure represents nearly 11% of the overall nightly cost. And many hotels don't make that fee upfront when they advertise their low Black Friday or Travel Tuesday deals. What's worse is that a deal for 50% off the room rate typically only applies to the room rate. The resort fee likely won't be discounted.

Read the terms of your hotel booking before you calculate the final cost of that hotel.

Just like how you should calculate resort figures in the final figure, account for taxes too.

When you search for package deals, the price you see could have the tax already included. If you search for hotels separately, you’re more likely to see a pre-tax price. When you’re comparing rates (especially when you’re comparing packages to the cost of booking the flight) of car and hotel separately, note whether the tax is included to ensure an apples-to-apples comparison.

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Black Friday travel deals are coming to town, so you can get out of town

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Black Friday deals aren't just limited to department or big box stores, or even your local Best Buy (though of course, they'll be available there, too).

Even travel companies have gotten in on offering their best bargains, and with the most frugal week of the year approaching, here are some of the best deals coming up, according to this reporter's inbox.

Whether it's flights, hotels or rental cars you're after, some of the biggest names in online booking have you covered. 

Here's what to look out for, and when you need to book to take advantage of what's on offer.

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Amtrak's Auto Train sale

Tickets on Amtrak's Auto Train between Lorton, Virginia and Sanford, Florida are on sale through Nov. 29 for as little as $29 plus the vehicle fare, which is typically a few hundred dollars.

Qualifying travel from Sanford to Lorton can take place between Nov. 30 and March 23, excluding Dec. 19-Jan. 2 and Feb. 24-March 1. Meanwhile, qualifying travel from Lorton to Sanford can take place Jan. 16-June 30, excluding Jan. 30-Feb. 1, Feb. 16-18 and 28, March 31 and April 2-8.

As part of the deal, single coach seats are on sale for $29, while single-occupancy roomettes are listed at $229, and single-occupancy rooms are listed at $429. Double-occupancy fares are also on sale.

Hopper's Travel Deal Tuesday

The Tuesday after Thanksgiving, Hopper will be offering discounted airfare on participating airlines as well as sales on resort room rates, rental houses and rental cars.

"Given the massive holiday shopping & consumer savings on Black Friday and Cyber Monday, travel providers are motivated to drop prices this week and incentivize travelers at a time when travel demand is low," a statement from Hopper said. "Travel Deal Tuesday historically has over 50% more deals than Black Friday and 30% more deals than Cyber Monday."

In order to participate, Hopper users should set deal alerts for the trips they hope to book and enable notifications for when promotions become available.

Existing users who refer friends to Hopper can also get up to $2,000 in travel credits from the app.

Airlines that are participating in Travel Deal Tuesday include Aer Lingus, Singapore Airlines and Etihad. 

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"On top of already low prices being offered by our travel partners on this day, Hopper will have 60 destinations on sale and exclusive discounts on flights, hotels, rental cars and homes in the app," a Hopper spokesperson said in a statement. "Last year, Hopper sent nearly 12 million deal notifications on Travel Deal Tuesday, detecting an average of 68 deals per second on this travel holiday – which is 50% more than the average day. Some savvy shoppers saved $300 off domestic flights and over $1,000 on international flights on Travel Deal Tuesday last year, and we expect even bigger discounts this year."

Booking.com's Black Friday deals

Booking.com is offering discounts of up to 30% at nearly 900 hotels and resorts in the U.S. and others around the globe under its Black Friday sale.

According to a statement from the site, the deals became available on Nov. 17 and will remain posted through Dec. 1, for stays through Dec. 31, 2023.

Family travel tips: Is my kid old enough to fly alone?

Starting on Thanksgiving Day, Booking.com will also offer discounts of up to 25% on rental cars. Reservations must be made by Dec. 1 for rentals through 2023.

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If more travel is at the top of your New Year’s resolution list, start planning before the ball drops by shopping for Black Friday travel deals on all-inclusive resort and hotel stays, cruises, flights, group tours, planned excursions, and more. Take advantage of these end-of-year opportunities to save big on the trips you’ve been dreaming about. 

Best Black Friday travel deals on beach locations

Sandals and beaches resorts.

Both offer up inflight and resort credits if you book between 11/13 and 12/1 during its Black Friday timed holiday sale. 

Sandals offer up inflight and resort credits

Sandals offer up inflight and resort credits

Beaches Resorts

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Best Black Friday travel deals on cruises

  • Celebrity Cruises

Grab a friend or loved one to cruise the seas with Celebrity. The Black Friday deal offers 75% off a second passenger’s ticket, plus up to a $300 onboard credit. This offer is valid for new sailings only from 11/10 to 12/5. Destinations include Caribbean and Mediterranean routes. 

75% off a second passenger’s ticket, plus up to a $300 onboard credit

75% off a second passenger’s ticket, plus up to a $300 onboard credit

Oceania cruises.

Oceania is offering two-for-one fares on selected cruises, free roundtrip airfare, free shore trips, plus free dining and drinks. Choose from 100 cruises and make 2024 your year of setting “sail” on open waters. Kids cruise free, too! 

Two-for-one fares on selected cruises, free roundtrip airfare, free shore trips, plus free dining and drinks

Msc cruises.

This is another opportunity for your kids to cruise with you for free. During this Black Friday sale, you can get up to $500 onboard credit to enjoy drinks, specialty dining, shore excursions, and spa treatments. Cruise the Caribbean, Bahamas, or Mediterranean, just to name a few great destinations. 

Get up to $500 onboard credit

Get up to $500 onboard credit

Hurtigruten cruises.

Get up to 30% off sustainable boating destinations to Antarctica or up to 50% off cruises to the Galapagos Islands. 

Get upto 50% off

Get upto 50% off

Princess cruise lines.

This Black Friday, get up to 50% off cruises for 2023 to 2025 on Princess Cruise Lines, plus third and fourth guests are free, which means you can bring friends and family for less.

Get up to 50% off cruises for 2023 to 2025

Get up to 50% off cruises for 2023 to 2025

Best black friday travel deals on resorts and hotels.

  • Sandals Resorts

Sandals is offering credits to travelers that plan their trip from 11/13 through 12/21. Use code GOB2023 to receive up to $750 in-flight credits and up to $250 in resort credits for properties in Jamaica, St. Vincents (coming March 2024) and Curacao. Keep in mind that these stays are for adults only, but its partner resort, Beaches (see under “Best Black Friday deals”), welcomes kids of all ages.

Sandals is offering credits to travelers that plan their trip from 11/13 through 12/21. Use code: GOB2023

Sandals is offering credits to travelers that plan their trip from 11/13 through 12/21. Use code: GOB2023

  • Extra Holidays

Book your next getaway with Extra Holiday and receive 30% off stays at a variety of Wyndham resorts and hotels in Taos, New Mexico, Las Vegas, Williamsburg, Virginia, and Daytona Beach, Florida. The offer runs from 11/1 until Cyber Monday on November 27th and the site offers new deals weekly, so sign up for emails or bookmark the site to find out about new locations.

Book your next getaway with Extra Holiday and receive 30% off stays at a variety of resorts!

Book your next getaway with Extra Holiday and receive 30% off stays at a variety of resorts!

Best black friday deals on flights.

Take a flight on the Great White North’s favorite airline, Air Canada. For its early Black Friday sale, you can save in cash or points on flights to Canada, Mexico, the Caribbean, South America, Asia, Australia, and New Zealand. For example, you can fly one-way from Los Angeles to Toronto for only $155 or San Francisco to Tokyo (round trip) for only $889. This highly-rated airline is a great choice for booking your flights for your upcoming vacations.

Get on board with Black Friday savings

Best black friday deals on group travel packages, go ahead tours.

You can save up to $600 on tour packages when you shop by 11/16 during this pre-Thanksgiving, Black Friday sale. This special offer includes packaged tours and trips to France, the U.K., Ireland, and other European destinations. 

You can save up to $600 on tour packages when you shop by 11/16 during this pre-Thanksgiving, Black Friday sale.

You can save up to $600 on tour packages when you shop by 11/16 during this pre-Thanksgiving, Black Friday sale.

This family-friendly brand is offering travelers that plan fast credits from 11/13 through 12/21. Use code GOB2023 to receive up to $750 in-flight credits and up to $250 in resort credits. Turks and Cacaos, Negril, and Ocho Rios, Jamaica resorts offer families private beaches, swimming pools, deep-water excursions and ocean sports, like snorkeling and paddleboarding. Plus, each resort has a kid’s club and/or camp in addition to on-site babysitting services to give the parents some downtime from all the family fun. 

Use code GOB2023 to receive up to $750 in-flight credits and up to $250 in resort credits.

Use code GOB2023 to receive up to $750 in-flight credits and up to $250 in resort credits.

Best black friday deals for families, atlantis bahamas.

Cyber Early Access sale from this behemoth resort in the Bahamas is a great gift for your family this holiday season. Save up to 20% off and receive a $500 credit when you commit to staying five nights at one of its resort hotels between January 2, 2024, and April 30, 2024. But you must book by November 21, so before you start shopping for Thanksgiving, set up your next winter or spring break at Atlantis.

Save up to 20% off and receive a $500 credit

Save up to 20% off and receive a $500 credit

Best black friday deals for solo travelers.

If you are between 18 and 35 and dream of traveling the world, but have some budget constraints, Contiki can help you make it happen. The Black Friday sale runs from 11/17-11/30 and offers 25% off over 60 organized trips in Europe, Asia, Africa, Australia and New Zealand, Latin America, and North America. Hike and safari in South Africa, paddleboard in Thailand, trek the Australian Outback and explore 13 European cities. These are just a handful of adventures that await you. Contiki does the planning, so you can have all the fun. 

25% off over 60 organized trips in Europe, Asia, Africa, Australia and New Zealand, Latin America, and North America.

25% off over 60 organized trips in Europe, Asia, Africa, Australia and New Zealand, Latin America, and North America.

What you need to know for black friday, when is black friday .

Black Friday is always the day after Thanksgiving (the fourth Thursday in November) in the United States. This year, 2023, Black Friday falls on November 24, and while many retailers consider it the official start date of the holiday season, you can find early Black Friday deals ahead of Thanksgiving. 

What deals should I expect on travel? 

You can expect to find deals on hotels, all-inclusive resorts, and cruises. Some airlines will mark down ticket prices, and if you are looking for a group travel adventure with a planned itinerary, you might encounter that, as well. 

What kind of travel deals did they have last year?

Bookings.com and Expedia offered travelers 30% off all stays overseas. Within the US, Celebrity Cruises offered up to 75% off a guest ticket. Marriott offered 20% off its resort hotel stays. Sandals offered guests special spa credits when they booked during a Black Friday sale. Airlines like JetBlue also offered $750 off travel packages (including airfare). 

How to get a good deal on travel on Black Friday

If you are looking for a great deal on travel during this shopping holiday, you should definitely follow travel blogs and websites like TripAdvisor , Travel Market Report, CheapoAir , Expedia, Priceline, and Bookings.com. Sign up for Google alerts, check the airlines you love for information about upcoming sales, and stay vigilant about deals on your preferred destinations. 

How do you choose the best travel deal for you?

Consider the following factors before you begin your Black Friday hunt for sales. 

Destination

First, decide where you want to go. During Black Friday sales, like any other sale, retailers may limit items or, in this case, destinations. If your goal is simply to just get away, you could narrow choices by general preferences, like whether you want to ski or visit sun-friendly spots. Do you prefer cities to the countryside? Will you be traveling domestically or abroad? 

Travel time flexibility

This brings us to another important flexibility factor; travel time. Do you have to fly, cruise, or drive according to a school or work schedule? The more flexible your timing, the better your chances of snagging a great deal. 

Even Black Friday sales can get pricey if you add extras or choose an all-inclusive package or tour instead of a couple of nights at a three-star hotel. Consider what you can afford beforehand, and then dive into the deals. 

Where to find Black Friday deals on travel

Check these sites and sign up for emails and alerts to find deals during Black Friday and the holiday season, starting in November. 

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Nicki Minaj's Husband Kenneth Petty Granted Permission to Travel for Pink Friday World Tour While on Probation

In July 2022, Petty was sentenced to a year of house arrest and three years of probation for failing to register as a sex offender

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Kenneth Petty has been granted permission to travel internationally to support his wife Nicki Minaj on her Pink Friday World Tour while on probation for failing to register as a sex offender.

On Tuesday, April 16, United States District Judge Michael W. Fitzgerald granted Petty, 46, permission to travel internationally from April 17 to July 14, according to documents obtained by PEOPLE.

"[Petty] shall keep his probation officer updated with the details of his travel itinerary as needed. At the conclusion of the travel, [Petty] must return to Los Angeles and must check in with his probation officer upon returning," the filing states. "Mr. Petty must also provide an itinerary to his probation officer prior to travel and follow all directives of the probation officer."

Petty's lawyer, Michael Goldstein, told PEOPLE in a statement: “The order granted by the court speaks for itself.”

Petty requested the exception on Monday, April 15 and said it was to "travel out of the country with his family for his wife's tour and her professional purposes."

"[Petty] and [Minaj] believe [Petty] is necessary to accompany the family on the tour for various purposes, including childcare," the filing reads, adding that the travel schedule would include several countries including Canada, Sweden, Denmark, Germany, France, United Kingdom, Austria, Ireland, Switzerland and Romania.

The filing also noted that the Government was notified about the request and took "no position" — and his probation officer had "no objections."

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Minaj, 41, embarked on her Pink Friday World Tour on March 1 in Oakland, Calif.. She is touring in support of her most recent studio album Pink Friday 2 . On Wednesday, April 17, the "Starships" singer was slated to perform in Canada in Montreal, Québec.

Petty's request to travel internationally comes after years of legal trouble. In April 1995, he was convicted of attempted rape  in the first degree for an assault the previous year of a then-16-year-old girl.

He served four years in jail for the assault and was listed as a level two registered sex offender in New York.

Then, he was arrested again in March 2020  because he failed to register as a sex offender when he moved from Miami to California. According to records obtained by PEOPLE, he originally pled guilty and posted $100,000 bail. Then, in September 2021, he pled guilty during a virtual hearing and faced up to 10 years of prison.

In July 2022, Petty  was sentenced  to a year of house arrest and three years of probation, according to the U.S. Attorney's Office, plus a $55,000 fine.

In January of this year, Petty and Minaj made headlines after fellow rapper  Megan Thee Stallion   allegedly referenced Petty's status as a level 2 sex offender on her track "Hiss." (Minaj and Megan have had an alleged falling out since collaborating on “Hot Girl Summer" in 2019.)

Minaj first sparked marriage rumors with Petty in March 2019. Then, in October of that year, she confirmed she was married woman with an Instagram  post . "Onika Tanya Maraj-Petty 10*21*19," she captioned a video of some "bride" and "groom" swag, also revealing she hyphenated her last name.

In September 2020, PEOPLE confirmed they welcomed their first baby together, a boy.

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Attending the 2024 Dogwood Festival? Check out the schedule for Friday through Sunday

T he Fayetteville Dogwood Festival is marking its 42nd year of family-friendly fun, foodie finds and entertainment in this free community event.

Looking to venture downtown this weekend? Plan accordingly and take a look at the schedule of events.

Festival hours: 5 to 9 p.m.

Location: festival park and festival park plaza area.

On Friday, festivalgoers can enter the park at 5 p.m. and witness the opening ceremony at 6 p.m.

Food vendors and sponsors: Both will be available at Festival Park Plaza from 5 to 9 p.m.

Midway: The midway, on the corner of Mason Street and Ray Avenue in the Masonic Lodge parking lot, is open from 5 to 9 p.m. 

The 82nd Airborne Division All-American Rock Band: This Fort Liberty band will be performing at Festival Park from 6 to 9 p.m.

Rock 103, Kelvin "the Greek" Culbreth: This Fayetteville personality is broadcasting the event live at Festival Park from 3 to 7 p.m.

Food guide: Fayetteville Dogwood Festival returns this weekend: Here's what you should eat and drink

Festival hours: noon to 9 p.m.

Location: festival park, festival park plaza, and downtown fayetteville.

Downtown Street Fair: Vendors and food trucks are available from noon to 9 p.m. Carnival rides, pure contact knocker balls and a sensory friendly play area are also featured in this year’s street fair.

Midway: The midway, on the corner of Mason Street and Ray Avenue in the Masonic Lodge parking lot, is open from noon to 9 p.m. 

Air Born Aerials: Known for their acrobatic performances, these entertainers will showcase their talents in the Festival Park area from 1 to 5 p.m.

Performance Area: From noon to 6 p.m. in the 300 Block of Hay Street, the following acts will perform: Fatal Attraction Dance Team at noon; Elevo Dynamics at 12:30 p.m.; Yvette’s Dance Academy at 1 p.m.; Aloha Ka’Naka O Hula Halua at 1:45 p.m.; Canton Of Attilium in the SCA at 2:30 p.m.; Shadows of the Fire at 3:15 p.m.; Aloha Ka’Naka O Hula Halua at 4 p.m.; Martial Art Demo Team at 4:45 p.m.; and Shadows of Fire at 5:15 p.m.

Saturday Concert: Four different musical artists will be performing Saturday, and these are their showtimes: Two Dimensional from noon to 2 p.m.; R&B DJ from 2 to 4 p.m.; Latin DJ from 4 to 7 p.m.; and Nicholas Vernon, a singer-songwriter from Zebulon from 7 to 9 p.m.

Car, Motorcycle, and Truck Show: Witness unique vehicles cruise down the 400 Block of Hay Street from noon to 4 p.m. presented by the Stewardship Car Club.

Midway: The midway, on the corner of Mason Street and Ray Avenue in the Masonic Lodge parking lot, is open from noon to 6 p.m. 

Downtown Street Fair: More than 100 vendors are available from noon to 9 p.m. in downtown Fayetteville and Festival Park Plaza. Food trucks and carnival rides will also be available at the fair.

Performance area: From noon to 6 p.m. in the 300 Block of Hay Street, the following acts will perform: Shimmy Mob at noon; Aloha Ka’Naka O Hula Halua at 12:45 p.m.; Caton of Attilium in the SCA at 1:30 p.m.; Shadows of the Fire at 2:15 p.m.; Aloha Ka’Naka O Hula Halua at 3 p.m.; Heartsong Tribal at 3:45 p.m.; B Dopp at 4:30 p.m.; and Shadows of the Fire at 5:15 p.m.

Sunday concert: There will be a DJ at Festival Park from noon to 6 p.m.

Festival Rules: Please ensure to follow all festival rules, including no soliciting, no weapons, no canopies, no coolers or outside containers, no bicycles, skateboards, or rollerblades, no pets (except for service animals, which are permitted) and no drones without prior approval.

Reporter Lizmary Evans covers growth and development for The Fayetteville Observer. You can reach her at  [email protected]

This article originally appeared on The Fayetteville Observer: Attending the 2024 Dogwood Festival? Check out the schedule for Friday through Sunday

Patricia Marrero, of Air Born Aerials, performs aerial tricks in front of the Market House at the Dogwood Festival on Saturday, April 28, 2018. Air Born Aerials will also be performing at the 2024 Dogwood Festival on Saturday, April 27.

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Nicki Minaj's Husband Kenneth Petty Gets Judge's Permission to Travel Internationally for Pink Friday 2 World Tour

Petty, who's been married to Minaj for five years, cites "childcare" and "various purposes" to travel with the rapper to several countries.

Kenneth Petty will get to spend more time with his wife, Nicki Minaj , as she embarks on the international leg of her Pink Friday 2 World Tour, set to begin in Toronto on April 30.

According to documents filed on Petty's behalf on April 15, the 46-year-old sought permission from a federal judge to travel and provide "child care" of their 3-year-old son, along with other "various purposes."

“Defendant Kenneth Petty ('Mr. Petty'), by and through counsel, hereby applies to the Court for an Order allowing him to travel out of the country with his family for his wife’s tour and her professional purposes,” the filing reads, as shared by media legal reporter Meghann Cuniff .

It continues, "Mr. Petty and Mrs. Petty believe Mr. Petty is necessary to accompany the family on the tour for various purposes, including childcare. The anticipated travel schedule begins on April 17, 2024 and continues periodically to July 14, 2024. The travel schedule calls for travel to several countries including Canada, Sweden, Denmark, Germany, France, United Kingdom, Austria, Ireland, Switzerland, and Romania. The Government has been notified about this application and takes no position. Mr. Petty’s probation officer has been notified of this application and has no objection to the travel request."

Cuniff added on Tuesday that Petty's request was approved by Judge Michael Fitzgerald in L.A.

New tonight: Nicki Minaj's husband Kenneth Petty is asking a federal judge for permission to travel internationally for the Pink Friday 2 World tour.  He's currently on probation out of Los Angeles federal court for failing to register as a sex offender. pic.twitter.com/8sPynYfaPI — Meghann Cuniff (@meghanncuniff) April 16, 2024
Good news for Nicki Minaj: Her husband is now legally authorized to accompany her on her Pink Friday 2 world tour. Judge Michael Fitzgerald in Los Angeles signed the travel order today for Kenneth Petty, who is on federal probation for failing to register as a sex offender. pic.twitter.com/ehSIiAuXlI — Meghann Cuniff (@meghanncuniff) April 16, 2024

Petty will need to give his probation officer details regarding his travel and itinerary, in addition to being required to check in with his P.O. upon his return to Los Angeles at the tour's conclusion in July.

Petty is a registered sex offender, stemming from the 1994 rape of Jennifer Hough , who was 16 years old at the time of the alleged incident. In 2023, he was required to fulfill 120 days of house arrest after making threats online to rapper Offset .

In 2019, Petty accompanied his wife during a Nicki Wrld Tour show in Frankfurt, Germany. Security guard Thomas Weidenmuller alleged he was assaulted by the couple backstage. Weidenmuller sued the Pettys for $732,000 in 2022, but the couple reportedly didn't respond to the lawsuit, and may have to cough up $503,318 thanks to a recent default judgment.

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Subscriber only, travel | port canaveral chalks up record month amid growing cruise demand.

Royal Caribbean's Allure of the Seas arrived to Port Canaveral to home port for the first time on Wednesday, Oct. 25, 2023. (Richard Tribou/Orlando Sentinel)

Port Canaveral saw just under 800,000 cruise passengers move on and off its ships in March as part of a record year that keeps topping expectations.

That set a one-month record for the port with an average of nearly 25,600 people a day around 93 cruise ship calls. March is traditionally one of the strongest months of the year for the port with its spring break traffic.

It also marked the halfway point of the fiscal year that began in October 2023. Six months in, the port has seen 3.9 million passenger movements from 479 ship calls.

“The industry itself is very, very strong right now,” said Port CEO Capt. John Murray at the port commission meeting on Wednesday. “There’s a lot of expansion plans. The companies are starting to reorder ships again after the pandemic.”

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That includes more ships from Norwegian Cruise Line, which has been sending its new vessels to Port Canaveral as they debut including next year’s Norwegian Aqua.

“So a lot of great things, a lot of great things, a lot of enthusiasm and I can say that the industry is 110% of what it was prior to the pandemic,” Murray said. “They are back and booming right now. So we’re fortunate to be taking advantage of that here at the port.”

Operating revenue for the year is already at $98 million, which is $3.6 million above budget. It also means the record projection of $187 million in operating revenue through the end of the fiscal year in September is likely to get surpassed as well.

Ship capacity is determined to be at 100% if each stateroom is occupied by two passengers, so ships sailing with families, for instance, will push capacity above 100% and in turn increase revenue for the port from the cruise lines as well as add to an uptick in parking charges.

Royal Caribbean to send massive Utopia of the Seas to Port Canaveral

One of the big drivers has been the addition of a second Oasis-class vessel by Royal Caribbean so that the port hosts two of the largest cruise ships in the world.

Allure of the Seas joined Wonder of the Seas last fall to begin short three- and four-night sailings to the Bahamas, and will continue that until the debut of Royal’s new Utopia of the Seas this summer. Since arriving, it has added more than 650,000 passenger movements to the port’s growing tally.

The port has been home port to 13 ships from Disney Cruise Line, Royal Caribbean, Carnival, Norwegian and MSC Cruises, and is set to welcome its first ships from both Princess Cruises and Celebrity Cruises this fall.

Port Canaveral plots timeline to take over marina for new cruise terminal

Right now it has six cruise terminals, but is beginning the work to eventually build a seventh later this decade. During an interview earlier in April at the Seatrade Cruise Global conference in Miami Beach, Murray said the key to growth for the port will be a shift in how the port gives access to each terminal, such as how it plans to operate its seventh terminal.

“It’s going to be multiuser. It’s not going to be a single-use facility. That’s going to be how our concept of operations would be going forward,” Murray said. “The only way you’re going to get good utilization of a terminal is if you can put multiple brands in there and not have it dedicated to just one user.”

That’s how it runs several of its terminals now including Disney Cruise Line at Cruise Terminal 8 and Carnival Cruise Line at its newest terminal, Cruise Terminal 3.

“If they’ve got seven days a week at one terminal and they’re only using three, maybe four days, that’s not high utilization,” Murray said. “Yet, it’s a facility that we’ve got blocked out that we’re not getting any benefit from it for the investment we’ve made.”

He notes Cruise Terminal 10, which gets used by three brands, gets used six days a week.

Murray said with newer and bigger ships on order from all the major lines, the demand is just going to continue to spike for parking space at Florida’s big three ports.

“I think the point now for all of the major brands is finding somewhere to operate,” Murray said. “Because there’s only Miami, [and] we all know how full Miami is; Everglades, [which has] limited capacity or opportunity for growth; and we have more land, but you know, it’s not all going to get committed to the cruise industry.”

“So the question is, how do we allow more opportunities for the cruise lines to operate? This is one — get high utilization out of the terminal.”

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Transportation | avelo airlines to test miami-to-orlando route for $46 one-way — faster and mostly cheaper than brightline.

Passengers line up for service at the Avelo and Flair Airlines ticket counters at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport in Fort Lauderdale on Nov. 2, 2023. The airline has announced temporary regional service between Miami and Orlando with one-way fares as low as $46. (Amy Beth Bennett / South Florida Sun Sentinel file)

This is only a test. But could it be long before airlines start competing with Brightline’s high-speed rail service with high-volume discount flights between Central and South Florida?

Up-and-coming discounter Avelo Airlines announced Wednesday it is taking a flier on the high-volume Miami-Orlando travel market with “seasonal” Boeing 737-800 flights on Fridays and Sundays, between June 7 and Aug. 18.

Avelo’s first-day one-way fares: $46 for a one-hour, five-minute flight.

The Brightline SMART fares posted for June 7: $39 to $89 for its three-hour, 30-minute train rides, depending on the time of day during the course of the railroad’s 16-train schedule.

Based in Houston, Avelo previously operated charters before becoming a regularly scheduled carrier in 2021. It serves 52 U.S. destinations in 23 states and Puerto Rico. The airline operates at 10 Florida airports, including South Florida’s three international airports in Fort Lauderdale, West Palm Beach and Miami.

Courtney Goff, the Avelo communications manager, said the cheap fare idea arose because the airline is operating charters between Miami and Punta Cana, the Dominican Republic , and is moving an Orlando-based plane to Miami to cover those flights starting June 8.

Low-fare experiment

“We thought, ‘Maybe those in Central Florida want a quick, affordable trip to Miami for the weekend,'” she said. “We’re also the only low-fare carrier on this route.”

“If you look at our flight dates and times compared to theirs, we are almost $100 less and have a shorter travel time,” Goff added.

About 20% of the plane’s 160 or so seats will go for $46. But the other seats will be priced slightly higher as the airline is keeping all of its fares at low levels, she said.

In a monthly financial report covering March, Brightline said demand is on the rise for its 235-mile rail service between Miami and Orlando, which has station stops at Aventura, Fort Lauderdale, Boca Raton and West Palm Beach. That’s despite a rise in the average fare per passenger to $57.96 from $26.23 in March 2023.

Although Avelo is unlikely to see the passenger volumes enjoyed by Brightline, the airline believes the Orlando-Miami route is worth testing as a bargain proposition.

“While this is only scheduled for summer due to the charters, it is similarly a test to see if the demand is fully there,” Goff said. “Having a base of operations in Orlando makes it easier to try out new options for travel and see what resonates with travelers.”

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Visitor Guard® alerts Summer 2024 Visitors to the US about reduced medical cover for pre-existing conditions

Visitor Guard®, a leading provider of travel insurance for international visitors to the US, is urging summer travelers from India to carefully review their medical coverage, particularly regarding pre-existing conditions, before embarking on their US adventure.

Recent industry trends indicate a potential reduction in coverage for pre-existing conditions offered by visitor insurance plans. Most visitor insurance plans offer coverage for the acute onset of only non-chronic pre-existing conditions. This could leave Indian visitors, especially senior citizens vulnerable to significant financial burdens in case of a medical emergency due to a chronic pre-existing condition during their US trip.

"Traveling to the US is a dream for many Indian parents, and unforeseen medical situations can quickly turn that dream into a nightmare," says Chiranth Nataraj , the founder of Visitor Guard®. "Our company is committed to ensuring visitors have peace of mind knowing they are protected financially in case of an unexpected medical event. However, we are deeply concerned about the potential decrease in coverage for pre-existing conditions offered by some travel insurance providers."

A pre-existing condition is any medical condition you have been diagnosed with or treated for before purchasing travel insurance. Some common examples include high blood pressure, diabetes, asthma, and allergies. Visitor insurance plans do not offer any coverage for pre-existing conditions. However, some plans may offer limited coverage for acute onset of pre-existing conditions up to a certain age limit.

Medical care in the US can be exceptionally expensive. Even a minor medical issue can result in substantial bills for doctor visits, medications, or hospital stays. Visitor insurance with comprehensive coverage can offer crucial financial protection for international visitors, helping them avoid the stress and burden of unexpected medical expenses.

Visitor Guard® advises Indian travelers coming to the US to take the following steps to ensure they have adequate medical coverage. Carefully review the details of the plan before purchasing it. Pay close attention to the acute onset of the pre-existing conditions section and understand the level of coverage provided.

If you are considering buying a plan from us, Visitor Protect is one of the plans that covers pre-existing conditions for doctor visits or prescription refills up to 70 years and older. Other plans like Safe Travels USA Comprehensive, Patriot America, Atlas America, Safe Travels USA, and others offer coverage only for an acute onset of pre-existing conditions. Nevertheless, each plan has distinct definition for both pre-existing conditions and acute onset of the pre-existing condition, hence reviewing the brochure is recommended.

If you are unsure about any aspect of travel insurance coverage, especially regarding pre-existing conditions, consult with a travel insurance professional who can help you find the right plan for your needs.

"At Visitor Guard®, we understand the importance of comprehensive medical coverage, especially for Indian seniors with pre-existing conditions," states Mr Nataraj. "We remain committed to offering a wide range of visitor insurance plans designed to provide peace of mind and financial protection for all international visitors to the US, regardless of their medical history."

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