There are tons of deals over the Black Friday weekend and Cyber Monday sales, and it can be difficult to decide which items are worth spending your hard-earned money on.
If you need some help making your decision, TPG readers and staff took the lead in this roundup of what real-world travelers are spending money on right now.
Remember, you can save extra by using the correct credit card or shopping portal when making your purchase.
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It’s no surprise that travelers are snapping up Apple AirTags again this year. They are great for keeping an eye on your belongings, especially if you plan to check your luggage.
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Apple AirPods Pro 3
This is a TPG favorite and seems to be a favorite among our readers too. With superior sound quality and impressive noise cancellation, Apple AirPods Pro are the perfect travel companion on long, noisy flights. Now you can pick up a set of the third-generation version for 12% off the regular price.
Buy it: Apple AirPods Pro 3 for $219.99 (regularly $249)
Apple iPad 11 inches
The 11-inch Apple iPad is currently on sale for $75 less than usual. With great features and a clear display, it’s one of the best tablets on the market.
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Buy it: Apple iPad 11-inch, $274 (originally $349)
Avantree Relay Aircraft Bluetooth Adapter
The pocket-sized Avantree Relay Premium Bluetooth 5.3 Adapter enables you to connect wireless Bluetooth headsets to any in-flight entertainment system via a single- or dual-pin 3.5mm headphone jack. In other words, you don’t have to settle for inferior free headphones and can use your own personal headphones to get the best audio quality possible.
Buy it: Avantree Relay Premium Bluetooth Adapter, $29.99 (regularly $39.99)
Gin-Gins anti-nausea chewable ginger tablets
Whether in the air, on the sea, in a car or on a roller coaster, no one wants to experience motion sickness while traveling. These all-natural ginger chewable tablets help relieve motion sickness and nausea so you don’t miss a minute of your vacation fun.
Buy it: Gin-Gins Anti-Nausea Ginger Chewable Tablets, 1 lb. bag, $12.38 (regular price $15.49)
Anker Prime 100W 3-Port USB-C Charger
Anker’s 100-watt USB-C charger is perfect for charging your devices without having to carry multiple chargers. This compact cube fits easily into your backpack and features two USB-C ports and one USB-A port to conveniently charge up to three devices.
Buy it: Anker Prime 100W 3-Port USB-C Charger, $41.99 (regularly $69.99)
How to Win at Travel by Brian Kelly
Turn your wanderlust into a reality with expert strategies from Brian Kelly, founder of The Points Guy and a leader in travel and loyalty programs. This ultimate resource covers everything from leveraging airline and credit card points to planning your dream trip.
Buy: How to Win at Travel by Brian Kelly, $16.79 (originally $30)
Jmfone Universal Travel Adapter
Similar to above, but with more charging power. This international travel adapter charges six devices simultaneously and works in over 200 countries, including the United States, Canada, Japan, Ireland, United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, France and Germany. Its versatility makes it a favorite among TPG readers and staff.
Buy it: Jmfone Universal Travel Adapter, $15.91 (regularly $21.89)
Travel Inspira Portable Luggage Scale
Have you ever put your luggage on the scale at the airport check-in counter, only to realize you’re a few pounds overweight? At that point, your only options are to show off the contents of your luggage to the entire airport while lugging it around, or pay an excess baggage fee. Fortunately, there is a third option. Buy this portable luggage scale and confirm if your luggage is within the weight limit forward Head to the airport.
Buy it: Travel Inspira Portable Luggage Scale, $7.80 (regularly $12.99)
Riemot luggage travel cup holder
Finally, a solution that lets you push your luggage around the airport, carry your coffee, and keep your phone handy without dropping anything. Necessities you didn’t know you needed.
Buy it: Riemot Luggage Travel Cup Holder, starting at $9.49 (regularly $12.99)
Kidde Battery Powered Carbon Monoxide Detector
The Kidde battery-operated carbon monoxide detector runs on two AA batteries, which are included in the package. No wiring is required and you can wall mount the detector or place it on a tabletop. It’s also very compact, measuring 4.5 inches x 1.5 inches x 2.75 inches, so it won’t take up a lot of space in your travel backpack.
Buy it: Kidde Battery-Powered Carbon Monoxide Detector, $21.89 (regularly $27.57)
30 piece magnetic hook
These small yet powerful magnetic hooks can hold up to 25 pounds. Not only are they convenient to keep at home, but they also have a variety of travel-friendly uses. Most notably, they’re perfect for cruise ships that are short on storage space. You can hang wet towels, bathing suits, and any type of hanging storage organizer in your cabin since most cruise ship cabin walls are magnetic.
Buy it: 30-piece Magnetic Hooks, $8.48 (regularly $9.98)
Magnetic multi-angle mobile phone tripod
When you travel, you’ll find yourself carrying this low-profile phone tripod all the time. It’s perfect for watching shows and movies while flying and taking hands-free photos and videos. It’s made from vegan leather and uses MagSafe technology to connect to your iPhone for easy snap-on and snap-on functionality.
Buy it: Magnetic Multi-Angle Phone Tripod, $31.99 (regularly $39.99)
Oura Ring 4
The Oura Ring helps you feel your best by tracking biometric data on sleep, fitness, heart health and more. From November 20th through December 1st, you can save 30% on select Oura Ring 4 styles at OuraRing.com or Amazon.
This is already a great price, but you can save even more if you have American Express Platinum Card®. Cardholders receive up to $200 in Oura Ring bill credits each calendar year, which can only be used toward hardware purchases directly from the Oura Ring website (registration required). When you accumulate these savings, you can effectively purchase an Oura ring for as low as $49 (plus tax).
Buy it: Oura Ring 4, starting at $249 (regularly $349 and up)
Cadence Medium Travel Capsule 3-Pack
Cadence refillable capsules are compact, leak-proof and magnetic for neat organization. This set of three medium-sized capsules allows you to take your beauty routine with you without worrying about cluttering your makeup bag.
Buy it: Cadence Medium Travel Capsules 3-pack, $57.60 (regularly $72)
The best credit cards for Black Friday shopping
- Chase Freedom Flex® (See Rates & Fees): Earn 5% cash back on combined purchases up to $1,500 in quarterly rotating categories (you must activate)
- American Express Blue Cash Everyday® Card: Earn 3% cash back on purchases online from U.S. retailers (spend $6,000 in one calendar year, then earn 1% cash back until the next year). Cash back is received in the form of Reward Dollars, which can be used as statement points and redeemed at checkout on Amazon.com
- Citi Double Cash® Card: Earn 2% cash back on all purchases (1% cash back on purchase plus 1% cash back on purchase; see rates and fees)
For other options, check out our favorite Black Friday shopping cards for 2025.
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