If you thought you'd done all the discount holiday shopping you could take advantage of this holiday season, you'll be pleasantly surprised to find that Travel Tuesday has become a reality and the savings are just beginning. Maybe you picked up a new suitcase or passport holder from the department store on Black Friday and some new vacation spot leads online on Cyber Monday, but the best Travel Tuesday deals will make an impact where it really counts : Air tickets and hotels. Sure, it's great to save on travel essentials and accessories, but the biggest travel expense is usually the actual travel part, so saving on airfare can be the difference between a vacation that sets you back and actually enjoying it.
Molly Fergus, vice president and general manager of TripSavvy, said Travel Tuesday is the result of several trends in the travel world. "Historically, airlines discount flights after the Thanksgiving travel rush to convince procrastinators to make winter travel plans," she said. "Secondly, Tuesday is generally considered the cheapest day to buy air tickets."
These two facts combined led to the creation of the festival in 2017 and from then on the momentum started to catch on and more offers were made. Fergus says, "Today is a great day to get travel deals." Here are some of the best deals on travel this Tuesday, especially if you're planning a getaway out of town.
Travel booking website sales
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This sale lasts for one month, so take your time to browse for the perfect deal. There are over 20 million email codes sent to those who have signed up for Priceline emails, so sign up ASAP!
hopper
On Travel Tuesday, Hopper is launching deals with partner airlines that include low prices and even cash back when you book a round-trip flight. Check out Hopper on Travel Tuesday to browse deals from partners like Air New Zealand and Singapore Airlines.
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EF ultimate leisure trip
Education First (EF) Ultimate Break is a travel company targeting travelers aged 18 to 29. They organize all-inclusive group tours around the world and offer financing options, ranging from a week to two months at a time. During Travel Tuesday and Friday, December 6th, they are offering discounts of up to $1,000 on select tours. Here are some of their most impressive “Travel Tuesday” sales: $1,000 off New Backpackers Europe (49 days, 21 cities), $750 off Ultimate Europe (35 days, 14 cities), Grand Tour of Save $600 on Europe (30 days, 12 cities), $750 off Europe Summer Tour (35 days, 15 cities), $400 off the Greek Islands (11 days, 4 cities), and save $400 on Ireland Tour (9 $300 off a cruise (10 days, 4 cities) in Germany, Italy and Switzerland (10 days, 4 cities), $300 off a Croatia cruise (12 days, 7 cities).
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You can save up to $1,100 on educational tours around the world on Travel Tuesday. There are 30 Tour Tuesday offers on Go Ahead Tours with flexible departure dates in 2020.
Travel fearlessly
Save 20% on Travel Tuesday when you book a trip with Intrepid Travel departing in 2020. From biking to hiking to camping and hotel tours, there are many ways to experience package tours around the world.
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Aer Lingus
As long as you're traveling between January 1 and March 8, 2020, Aer Lingus is offering $100 off round-trip economy class tickets to Europe from the U.S. and Canada on Travel Tuesday, as well as $200 off round-trip business class seats.
Alaska Airlines
Buy a one-way ticket on Alaska Airlines from Los Angeles to San Jose for $29; buy a one-way ticket from Seattle to New York for $114; buy a one-way ticket from California to Hawaii for $129. etc. Alaska Air is offering a ton of deals during Travel Tuesday, with travel dates from January 7 to March 11.
Scandinavian Airlines (SAS)
Find SAS round-trip flights between the United States and Europe for as low as $349. Promotion ends on Travel Tuesday, travel dates must be between January 8 and May 14, 2020.
Southwest Airlines
One-way tickets on Southwest Airlines start at $49 for domestic travel dates between December 16 and May 20. The sale ends on December 5th.
Cathay Pacific
Enjoy up to 70% off return economy and premium economy fares on Cathay Pacific's Asia Pacific network on Travel Tuesday. To be redeemed, your ticket must be between January 1 and May 15, 2020.
JetBlue Airways
JetBlue's one-way fares start at $39 when traveling on Tuesday. Flights are restricted to holidays and travel dates other than December 10 to February 13.
spirit airlines
If you're traveling before the end of February, you can find one-way fares on Spirit Airlines starting at $56. Sale ends at midnight on Travel Tuesday.
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cheap caribbean net
CheapCaribbean's Tuesday Travel Sale offers up to 70% off packages on the site, with additional savings available when using promo codes TRAVEL100 and TRAVEL175. Travel dates are from January 2 to December 12, 2020.
royal caribbean cruise line
The cruise line is offering a full Cyber Week deal, including 60% off BOGO, plus up to $300 in additional savings.
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Hotel tonight
Save 25% on December 3rd only when you use code HTDEAL25 on the Hotel Tonight app!
Virgin Hotels
Virgin Hotels (San Francisco, Chicago, and Dallas) is offering a month-long 30% discount on stays through June 1, 2020, from December 2 through New Year’s Day.
Radisson Hotel
Save 25% on weekend stays in the U.S. and Canada through the end of 2020 when you book on Travel Tuesday on the Radisson website.
Dream Hotel Group
Use code 50CYBER to save up to 50% off your stay at Dream Hotels (Dream Hotels, Time Hotels and Unscripted Hotels collection). In addition, Dream Hotel Group will donate $5 per reservation to No More, an organization dedicated to eradicating domestic violence and sexual assault. Promotion ends December 5th, travel date must be before November 30, 2020.
InterContinental Hotels Group Hotels
IHG, aka one of the largest hotel companies in the world, is offering at least 20% off hotel rooms through December 17th as long as you travel before May 31st. You can also get an extra 5-10% off if you book before December 6th, don't wait.
If the deal you're hoping for isn't listed, remember to check the various websites of your favorite travel companies, airlines and booking agencies on Tuesday to see if there are any last-minute promotions.
expert:
Molly Fergus, Vice President and General Manager, TripSavvy
