Travel Tuesday 2025: your easy guide to cheap holidays

Travel Tuesday is the deals day you need to know about if you’re looking to book a getaway this season. On the first Tuesday after Black Friday, a handful of big brands in the travel industry feature deals and discounts for one day only (usually).

Hop online this Travel Tuesday (2nd December) to find this year’s offers. There’s no way of knowing what deals to expect, although we can make some educated guesses based on previous years. 

Some brands that have featured in past years include British Airways, IHG, Expedia, Virgin, and Booking.com.

Let’s dive into what Travel Tuesday is all about and what you can expect to find in this year’s sale.

What is Travel Tuesday?

Travel Tuesday began in 2017 as a way for travel brands to push their deals around the sale season, off the back of Black Friday.

It’s a one-day-only event (or sometimes an extension of a Black Friday/Cyber weekend sale) that takes place online and features discounts of anywhere from 10% to 35%.

As well as major discounts, you can also get perks like free upgrades, bonus loyalty points, and package deals.

When is Travel Tuesday?

This year, Travel Tuesday falls on 2nd December. Some travel deals go live on the day of, although some may start on Black Friday and ramp up for Tuesday deals.

Deals can go live from as early as midnight, so the earlier you hop online, the better. The online deals usually last just one day, although some may stretch out a day longer. 

Travel Tuesday deals are often limited and sell out quickly, so it’s first-come, first-served.

Travel Tuesday 2024 deals

We’re just as anxious as you are to uncover this year’s Travel Tuesday deals. If you’re brand new to the trend, we’ve got examples from last year’s sale to give you an idea of what kinds of deals to expect.

In 2024, Travel Tuesday deals featured flights, hotels, holiday packages, tours, and cruises.

It might be worthwhile signing up as an Expedia member, since their 2024 deal offered 30% off select hotel bookings until Wednesday 4th December, for members only. Hotel bookings had to be before 15th December 2025 to qualify for the deal.  

The accommodation rental site offered 10% discounts on bookings of one week or more. This Travel Tuesday deal was available until Wednesday 4th December.

The airline’s deals offered up to 20% off flights taken before 25th November 2025. Book with two other people and you got 30% off as a group of three.

Last year’s Cyber Sale at Intrepid Travel offered up to 20% off select adventures all the way until Thursday 5th December. Travel had to be taken between 1st December 2024 and 30th September 2025. For adventurous folks, there was 35% off Antarctic expedition cruises.

If you booked on a Virgin Voyages cruise as a pair, there was up to 80% off the second ticket. They also offered select cruises from just £79 per person per night, with destinations including Miami, Canada, and the Caribbean. 

Tips for Travel Tuesday

The big event isn’t here yet, but there are some things you can do in preparation for the deals to go live to snap up the best one for your trip.

 Set up price alerts

This is a classic tactic for monitoring flight prices, and it’s no different for Travel Tuesday. You can do this with many third-party platforms like Skyscanner, Kayak, and Google Flights to alert you via email when a price dips or rises so you can buy at the best time.

 Have a budget in mind

Don’t get sucked in by deals on luxury holidays that are usually completely out of your price range if they’re still more than what you would normally spend. Decide what your maximum price is for that flight, holiday, or cruise, and stick to it.

Shop around

Keep an eye on all of the Black Friday and Travel Tuesday deals to make sure you’re getting a good price. If you have a purchase in mind, make sure you check what it usually costs for your dates, so you know what to compare it to.

 Check the details

Booking a holiday can be a big purchase, so make sure to check the T&Cs of a Travel Tuesday deal. Is it ATOL-protected? What’s the cancellation policy? Is it only valid for certain dates?

Check what luggage is included if you’re booking a flight, how much the luggage allowance is, and if any meals are included. What time is your departure and how easy is it to get to the airport? Will you need an overnight hotel on either or both legs? All of these little details can add up to saving or spending a lot of extra money.

 Being flexible is key

The best way to bag a Travel Tuesday deal is to be completely flexible, on both location and date. Discounts will usually apply to specific destinations and booking dates, so the more flexible you are, the better the deal you can get.

 Don’t book just because

It’s only a deal if it’s something you want – otherwise you’re just spending money. While being flexible is an asset, you want to make sure what you book is something you’re saving money on and you’ll enjoy.

 Use your credit card

Credit cards offer more protection, which is especially important for bigger purchases. Some credit cards offer Air Miles or Avios points collection alongside spending, so you’re getting even more with your purchase. You might even be able to snag perks like free airport lounge access so you can save on (over)spending at the airport.

 Round-trip > one-way

Round-trip tickets are almost always better value than one-way tickets. In fact, they’re often cheaper than one-way tickets, as airlines can offer bundle deals and reduced fees and taxes. 

Similarly, don’t assume that further away means higher prices; factor in in-country costs and you might find that going beyond Europe works out cheaper overall.

 Travel off-peak

Travelling off-peak saves you money, but it doesn’t mean you have to go in the dead of winter. Opting for holidays just before or just after peak means you’ll avoid the crowds, save money, but still enjoy decent weather. On this side of the hemisphere, the best months for good value and good weather are May and September.

 Go for less popular destinations

Another way flexibility will benefit you on Travel Tuesday is being open to different destinations. Swap out Amsterdam for Utrecht, Berlin for Budapest, or Greece for Bulgaria. With a little research, you’ll find the type of holiday you want without heading for the most tourist-centric locations (which will usually have lower costs as well).

 Take advantage of loyalty schemes

Some of the Travel Tuesday brands feature deals for members only or deals that are better for members. Sign up now for free loyalty schemes and keep a note of those you’re already a member of. Some Travel Tuesday deals can include points boosts and free upgrades.

 Book directly

Using sites like Skyscanner and Kayak can be great for narrowing down your options and finding the best price, but make sure to book with the airline or hotel directly once you’ve found it. Having a contract directly rather than with a third-party means it’s much easier to sort out changes to your booking, cancellations, rebookings, refunds, and claims. 

 Can you find a discount code?

If you’ve signed up for emails from your favourite brands, keep an eye out for discount codes in your inbox. Alternatively, you can always do a quick Google: “brand + discount code” will bring up current codes that you can try.

 Get cashback

Cashback works as a kind of commission, so you get a little referral bonus when you buy through a cashback site. Our members get free cashback on Travel Tuesday purchases from Expedia, VRBO UK, Qatar Airways, and thousands of other popular brands.

For example, we currently offer 4.2% on flights from Qatar Airways*, so if you spend £300 on their site, you’ll get £12.60 in your cashback account.

*Cashback rate correct at the time of writing.

Depart with a discount

Travel Tuesday is a fantastic way to book your next holiday for less. The sale is still relatively new, so it’s a good idea to jump on the growing trend while it’s still slightly under the radar.

We hope this guide has helped you prepare for this year’s Travel Tuesday deals so you can snag a holiday discount.