Black Friday travel deals I actually recommend


Hey friend,

I know you're inbox is getting super full, but I wanted to make sure you're getting the travel deals I love, and use.

Since it’s just 2 days before Thanksgiving and the sales are kicking off, I pulled together my favorite deals and gift ideas for travel-loving moms, teens, and families who would rather collect memories than more random stuff.

Skim this while the pies are in the oven, bookmark a few things, and you’ll be ready when the sales hit full force.


🎁 Gift Ideas for Travel-Loving Moms & Teens

Etsy favorites for moms who love to travel​
Think personalized travel jewelry, custom coordinates, and pretty-but-practical goodies you’ll actually use on your next trip.
πŸ‘‰ Shop my favorite Etsy travel gifts for moms​

Gifts your teens might actually smile about​
This list is full of travel gear, room decor, and fun accessories that feel more β€œcool teenager” and less β€œmy mom picked this out.”
πŸ‘‰ Browse my Etsy gift ideas for teens​

Travel-themed prints for your home (or their dorm)​
If you or your teen loves cozy walls covered in travel art, these prints are such an easy win. Great for gallery walls, offices, and future dorm rooms.
πŸ‘‰ See my favorite travel-themed prints​


πŸ“š Travel Planning Goodies

My favorite guidebooks (Moon Guides)​
If you like to highlight, dog-ear, and hand your teen a page to pick an activity, these are the books I keep coming back to.
πŸ‘‰ Shop my favorite Moon guidebooks​

National Park Pass (America the Beautiful)​
Not on sale, but still one of the best travel gifts you can give your family for a full year of exploring.
πŸ‘‰ Grab a National Park Pass​


🏨 Hotel & City Pass Deals

Up to 35% off iPrefer Hotels​
Great if you want a little more style for your next couples trip or family getaway without blowing the whole budget.
πŸ‘‰ Check the iPrefer Cyber Sale​

Go City & London Pass – up to 12% off​
If you’re planning a big city trip with teens, these passes can save a lot on attractions.

Here’s the deal:

  • London Pass, Go City New York, Go City San Diego, and Go City Oahu: 12% off
  • All other Go City destinations: 10% off
  • Sale dates: November 24–28
  • Promo code for all passes: BF2025

πŸ‘‰ Start with Go City here​


🚐 Road Trips & RV Adventures

If your teen loves the idea of a road trip more than a resort, these are worth a look.

RVshare holiday promos​
Great if you want to try an RV trip without committing to owning one. Use these codes at checkout:

  • HOLIDAY50 β€” $50 off when you spend $500
  • HOLIDAY100 β€” $100 off when you spend $1,000
  • HOLIDAY200 β€” $200 off when you spend $2,000

πŸ‘‰ See RVshare deals​

Blacksford RV rentals​
Perfect if you want a β€œshow up and go” RV experience with newer rigs.

  • Use code Detail$50 for $300 off your rental

πŸ‘‰ Check out Blacksford RV​


If you’re staring at this list and thinking, β€œOkay, but which one should I actually book or buy?” think about what will matter most to your family a year from now.

Will it be the earrings? Maybe.
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Will it be the national park road trip, the first RV adventure, or that big city pass that let you say yes to more experiences? Probably.

Hit reply and tell me what you’re shopping for this week. I’d love to help you decide which deals make the most sense for your family.

Happy almost-Thanksgiving,

Tonya

Travel on!

Tonya

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Tonya Denmark

I provide travel recommendations for families with teens, as well as travel planning advice to get the most out of your vacation.

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