Black Friday is one of the best times of the year to snag incredible deals, and if you're a roadtripper or traveler, there are plenty of discounts to help make your adventures even better for 2025.

Whether you're looking for gear, gadgets, or travel experiences, many top brands offer great sales to save money on your next trip. Here’s a roundup of some of the best 2024 Black Friday deals specifically for road trippers, people who drive a lot, or anyone who loves to travel!

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1. Rental Car Discounts

Major car rental companies like Hertz and Avis offer Black Friday sales with up to 20% off bookings. Deals often include discounts on one-way rentals and extended rentals, making them perfect for road trippers. The discounts can apply to both domestic and international rentals, offering flexibility for travel plans​.

Here are some 2024 Black Friday deals for rental car companies:

• Hertz: Save 20% on your road trip when renting a car with Hertz at participating locations in USA, Canada and Europe. (Gold Plus Rewards Members save up to 25% off.)

• Budget: Save up to 25% on a 3-day rental and get one day free on a future rental with Budget’s Cyber Sale.

• Avis: Save up to 25% when booking on Avis.com during their Black Friday sale.

2. Marriott Hotels

Marriott's Black Friday deals usually include a percentage off stays at select hotels, resorts, and vacation rentals. They’ve also offered promotions like discounted weekend packages or extra perks like free breakfast or resort credits when booking directly through their website.

For 2024, members can save 25% through Marriott’s Cyber Sale when booking by Travel Tuesday (the Tuesday following Thanksgiving) for over 7,000 participating hotels around the world.

3. Adventure Gear (from REI & beyond)

On Black Friday, REI actually shuts down to give employees the day off and encourages time spent outside instead of online. However, you can shop Cyber Week Sales at REI—usually starting the Saturday after Black Friday—at an REI Outlet near you.

There are also some great Adventure gear deals on Amazon during Black Friday and Cyber Monday. Here are some of our favorite finds that often go on sale during this time:

• ROC Inflatable Stand-Up Paddle Boards: The extra wide design is perfect for all skill levels and adventurers.

• Retrospec Drifter 21/25/30 Inch Snowshoes: We use these snowshoes to explore Yellowstone in the winter. They come with trekking poles and multi-terrain attachments for winter trails.

4. National Park Lodging

Xanterra's "Thankful for Travel" sale runs from November 18 through December 2, 2024, offering discounts at some of their premier properties and experiences.

Highlights include:

• Save 30% on select Yellowstone lodges

• Save 30% on rooms at Cedar Creek Lodge outside Glacier National Park

• Save 30% on rooms inside Death Valley National Park

• Save 30% on rooms inside Grand Canyon National Park

• Save 30% on Roundtrip Train Tickets with Grand Canyon Railway and Hotel

• Save 30% on rooms inside Zion National Park

• Reduced deposits on Windstar Cruises

• Save $200 on a private hiking vacation through Italy’s Cinque Terre Coast

• Save $400 on Xanterra’s “Grand Australia and New Zealand Tour”

• Save at Broadmoor Wilderness Experience Properties

• Save up to 50% on gifts from Yellowstone

Xanterra’s Thankful for Travel Sale is a great opportunity to book discounted stays at national park lodges and other travel experiences under Xanterra's management. These deals are exclusive and time-limited, so booking early is encouraged. For full details and terms, visit Xanterra's website.

If you’re especially interested in visiting Yellowstone in 2025, be sure to check out these deals for Yellowstone lodging.

You can get 30% off rooms at Mammoth Hot Springs Hotel for winter stays between December 15, 2024 through March 2, 2025, and at Old Faithful Snow Lodge & Cabins from December 16, 2024 through March 1, 2025.

For spring 2025, save at Old Faithful Snow Lodge & Cabins and Mammoth Hot Springs Hotel when staying between April 25 – May 8, 2025.

For summer 2025, savings are available for Lake Yellowstone Hotel & Cabins for stays between July 2 – August 28, 2025. Just be sure to book new reservations between November 18th and December 2, using the code CYBER.

5. Travel Clothing (Ridge Merino, Western Rise, and more)

For adventurers looking to gear up for the holidays, Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales at outdoor clothing brands like Ridge Merino (25% off sitewide), Western Rise (up to 40% off), Woolx (save up to 30%), and Athleta (30% off) are great opportunities to score some fantastic deals.

Here are some of our favorite items to grab on sale:

• Western Rise Movement Short: These ultra-light, ultra-comfortable, and ultra-versatile men’s travel shorts are perfect for anyone with an active lifestyle—and they look great, too.

• Ridge Merino Men’s Journey T-Shirt: Ridge Merino t-shirts combine sweat-wicking and odor-resistant Merino wool with durability and comfort. Designed with a modern, slightly slimmer fit, this versatile tee provides sun protection, quick-drying performance, and looks amazing.

• Ridge Merino Lightweight Wool Hoodie: A natural UPF of 30+ makes this the perfect layer for everything from adventures in the sun to long drives in the car. This is my absolute favorite travel hoodie, as it provides enough warmth during cool days but is also lightweight enough to protect against sun on hot days.

• 32 Degrees Ultra Light Down Packable Jacket: This jacket offers premium warmth without bulk, providing breathable insulation that’s lightweight and comfortable.

• Woolx Lola Jogger: These thin joggers are great for cool summer nights or warm shoulder-season days. They pack well and are incredibly comfortable to wear on travel days or while working from the road.

• Outdoor Voices Zip-Off Pant: Convertible hiking pants are ridiculously convenient for packing less because they function as both shorts and pants—that you can use for temperature regulation as you go. (The Athleta Trekkie Hike Pants are my favorite, but they’ve been out of stock for a while. These from Outdoor Voices are similar.)

6. The Garmin Messenger

This Black Friday deal is great for the roadtripper and the giftee! Keep track of your loved ones on the road, even as they adventure off the beaten path into more remote areas. The Garmin INREACH® Messenger, with texting capabilities in no-service areas, utilizes satellite communication technology to send and receive text messages, providing loved ones with a reliable means of communication even in remote locations where traditional cellular networks may not reach.

Get $50 off during Garmin’s Flash Sales, or shop Black Friday deals on Amazon.

7. RTL Travel Guides

Our Travel Guides consolidate everything you need to plan your perfect road trip by highlighting top attractions, the best places to stay, and much more. Each guide is a one-stop resource filled with detailed itineraries, planning tips, and insider advice, so you can spend less time planning and more time enjoying your adventures! Designed with convenience in mind, these guides save you time and help you confidently plan unforgettable trips to places like Yellowstone National Park, Alaska, and more.

All guides are 30% off from Black Friday through Travel Tuesday. Use code TRAVELBF at checkout.

8. GoPro, Rove Dash Cam, or Action Camera

We love creating our own souvenirs while roadtripping by documenting our travels with a GoPro or action camera. These versatile devices can be attached to your car, helmet, or even worn on your body, allowing you to capture everything from scenic drives to thrilling adventures.

The GoPro HERO10 and Insta360 X3 are popular choices that deliver stunning visuals. Or, attach a camera like the Rove Dash Cam to the hood of your car to capture the sights on your roadtrip. The Rove Dash Cam is 38% off on Amazon during their 2024 Black Friday Sale, or you can get up to $80 off directly from Rove’s site.

9. Gorilla Bow Travel

This packable strength-training set is great for resistance-based workouts on the go. During Gorilla Bow’s 2024 Black Friday sale, you can get the Gorilla Bow Travel for 25% off.

Why we love it: Easy to pack and offers a gym solution for long-term travelers. We spent months living out of short-term rentals while roadtripping the US and used this travel gym, alongside trail runs and hikes, to stay consistent with our exercise routine no matter where we were.

10. Gossamer Gear Mariposa Backpack

These ultra-lightweight backpacks are fantastic for long-term adventures. Although they’re traditionally used for backpacking trips, we got them for our three-week road trip through Alaska because they’re ultralight, fit a LOT, and are incredibly comfortable to wear for extended periods of time.

Gossamer Gear is offering 30% off sitewide during their Black Friday / Cyber Monday sale.

11. YETI Roadie Cooler

A travel cooler is great for road trippers, as it keeps food and drinks chilled for hours, making it easy to enjoy fresh snacks or cold beverages on the road. YETI is offering 20% off the Roadie 24 Hard Cooler—their most compact hard cooler—for their 2024 Black Friday Sale.

12. VPN Subscription

When working from public Wi-Fi networks in hotels, cafés, or co-working spaces, protecting your data is essential. Use a VPN to secure your internet connection and safeguard sensitive information. This is especially important if you handle private client data or run e-commerce sites.

For Black Friday, NordVPN is offering 74% off and three months free.

13. Gathre Mat

A Gathre Mat is a great gift for road trippers, offering versatility for any adventure, from beach days and picnics in the park to outdoor concerts and camping trips. Made from durable, wipeable material, it's easy to clean, lightweight, and packs compactly, making it ideal for travelers who want a comfortable, portable surface wherever they go.

Gathre’s Cyber Weekend Sale includes 20% off. We love the Maxi Gathre Mat, which folds to a packable size yet offers room for everyone.

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