Ready or not, the holidays are right around the corner, and so are the biggest sales of the year in honor of Black Friday. But much to our surprise, it was announced that Amazon’s massive Black Friday event will officially kick off on Thursday, November 21, more than one week ahead of the shopping holiday, and will last through Monday, December 2, which is when the site will pivot to even more savings à la Cyber Monday. That’s right: Amazon Prime members will get access to 12 full days of deals, featuring some of the lowest prices we’ve seen on top luggage brands, camping gear, comfy apparel, and gift-worthy travel essentials perfect for the whole family.
Ahead, we’ve gathered 25 of the best early Amazon Black Friday deals you can shop right now. From the most comfortable shoes to camping essentials, these discounts are bound to put you ahead of the pack when it comes to holiday savings. Now’s your chance to save big on this plush Eddie Bauer jacket while it’s 62 percent off or scoop up this state-of-the-art Samsonite luggage set for over $150 off. With so many deals to choose from, we know you’ll find one (or two, or three) travel items worth springing early for. Happy shopping!
Best Early Amazon Deals Overall
Best Early Amazon Luggage Deals
We’re consistently wowed by Amazon’s sweeping selection of hardside suitcases, carry-on bags, and luggage sets, but the online retailer is doling out early Black Friday deals that have us really impressed. Case in point? This Samsonite Evolve two-piece luggage set, usually priced at $309, is just $159. You can save over $200 on this luxe three-piece American Tourister luggage set, and score this gorgeous $57 Rockland carry-on spinner, listed for 53 percent off its original price tag.
American Tourister Stratum XLT 3-piece Luggage Set
Best Early Amazon Travel Accessory Deals
Travel hurdles like missing luggage, delayed flights, and rigid airplane seats can be a headache. Luckily, Amazon’s early Black Friday sale has savings on flight attendant- and frequent flier-approved gear and accessories that put avoidable travel obstacles to rest. Sleep comfortably on your next flight with this memory foam neck pillow, 36 percent off, and keep your travel clothes organized with these Bagail compression packing cubes, on sale for just $20.
Charmast Portable Charger Power Bank
Best Early Amazon Shoe Deals
Happy feet equals a happy traveler. If your go-to walking shoes or hiking boots are a little worse for wear, consider upgrading to a fresh pair during Amazon’s early Black Friday sale. From plush shearling-lined slippers to form-correcting running shoes, there’s no shortage of styles on sale. Name-brand kicks are heavily discounted right now, including these Adidas Kaptir Flow Sneakers, 34 percent off, and these Asics GT-2000 Running Shoes, more than $50 off ahead of the shopping holiday thanks to an on-site coupon.
Project Cloud Women’s Suede Ankle Boots
Best Early Amazon Apparel Deals
With the season’s coldest temperatures still ahead of us, now — not later — is the best time to fill any winter wardrobe gaps you may have. And considering Amazon has hundreds of early Black Friday deals on cozy sweaters, jackets, and matching sets, you don’t have to wait until November 29 to save on winter apparel. Right now, you can get this cozy men’s Eddie Bauer jacket for 62 percent off, or save over $100 on this knee-length women’s coat from Cole Haan.
Levi’s Women’s Classic Straight Jeans
Best Early Amazon Outdoor Deals
Soak up the final weeks of fall foliage and crisp autumn mornings by booking some outdoor time this month. Experienced hikers and casual campers alike can take advantage of outdoor gear deals well in advance of Black Friday. Amazon is packed with hundreds of discounts on high-quality gear that’ll help your future wilderness ventures come to fruition, like this spacious 8-person Coleman Montana tent, on sale for up to 46 percent off, or this cozy queen-sized flannel sleeping bag that’s under $70.
Camp Field Folding Aluminum Camping Table
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