We Tested Thousands of Travel Products This Year, and Our 14 Favorites Are Up to 73% Off Before Black Friday

Travel + Leisure editors have tested thousands of products just this year alone. We’ve spent countless hours in our Testing Lab and out in the world traveling to round up products that we know are worth buying. But the best part is that tons of those expert-approved products are on sale ahead of Black Friday: We’re seeing discounts as high as 73 percent off. 

Luggage, clothing, tech, and accessories are majorly marked down already from some of our favorite retailers like Amazon, Target, and Zappos. One of the best deals that we’ve found so far is on our favorite lightweight luggage set from Kenneth Cole, which is on sale for just $130 right now (originally $475). Shopping early can save you time and money before the “official” Black Friday-Cyber Monday weekend, so it’s time to grab your credit card and start saving big on these T+L-tested picks.  

Samsonite Winfield 2 Large Hardside Suitcase

This time of year, we’re seeing some impressive savings on high-ticket items like luggage, so you’ll want to scoop up this deal on the best checked bag we’ve tested: the Samsonite Winfield 2. It’s super-spacious, which makes it an excellent bag for international trips, and the 28-inch checked suitcase is exceptionally lightweight, at just 11.1 pounds. While the bag can fit tons of clothing, shoes, and accessories as-is, the best part is that it has an expandable zipper to add even more room if needed.

Kenneth Cole Reaction Hardside Spinner Suitcase Set

One of the winners in our testing for the best luggage sets, this Kenneth Cole suitcase pair is the jackpot of early deals. The two-piece set comes with a 20-inch carry-on and a 28-inch checked bag, and both are equipped with all the features you want in a suitcase for both long and short trips. The 360-degree spinner wheels roll like a dream across all types of terrain and the ABS hardshell material is durable enough to withstand rough handling at the airport. Plus, the set comes in trendy colors like magenta, rose gold, navy, and black. 

Samsonite Freeform Hardside Carry-On Suitcase 

If your suitcase collection needs a minor refresh, we recommend picking up our favorite carry-on at a great price ahead of the holidays. This sleek, 23-inch cabin bag from Samsonite earned perfect scores in our testing after it proved to be ultra-lightweight and easy to maneuver around tight corners. The capacity blew us away, too, with more than enough space for a week-long trip thanks to the expandable zippers. The hardside material and spinner wheels felt extremely durable and built to last, and all five available colors are currently marked down. 

Lululemon Wunder Train High-Rise Tight With Pockets

Who doesn’t want to be comfortable while traveling? After testing dozens of pairs of travel pants for women, we dubbed these Lululemon tights the best leggings with pockets. The 25-inch high-rise leggings are made with the brand’s iconic Everlux fabric that is super-soft and silky whether exercising or traveling. We particularly like that the material is compressing without feeling restrictive or suffocating, especially while sitting on airplanes for long periods of time. Different colors (there are 15 choices!) are different prices, and you can get a pair starting at $49. 

Beats Powerbeats Pro Wireless Earbuds

Target has a few spectacular early Black Friday deals on travel products, including some of the best wireless headphones that we’ve ever tried. The Powerbeats Pros have hooks to secure the buds in your ears, which is ideal for exercising and helps greatly with comfort. Earbuds can sometimes be uncomfortable, especially when wearing them for the duration of a flight, but we love that these feel so discreet that you can easily lay down with them in place. Plus, the earbuds have an impressive battery life, with up to 24 hours of listening time on one charge with the case. 

Ryka Women’s Devotion X Sneakers

If you’re on the hunt for a new pair of sneakers, run to Zappos to get all of your early holiday shopping done. The Ryka Devotion Xs are the best walking shoes for women that we tested, and that’s thanks to their generous, built-in arch support. They run true to size and offer the perfect balance of having room in the toe box and a snug fit in the upper part of the foot. Zappos currently has six color options on sale, though not all are available in every size.

Columbia Women’s Switchback III Jacket

The weather can take a turn at any point when traveling, so having a jacket on hand like this one from Columbia can be a real life-saver. We tested 19 packable jackets that take up little to no room in a suitcase, and the Switchback III was our overall top choice. It packs down into itself in just a fraction of its original size, which means that it can fit in a backpack or purse, and it’s water-resistant so it can hold up against light rain on the go.

Molarun Travel Money Belt

Looking for a stocking stuffer gift? This discreet travel money belt earned a spot on our list of the best money belts because of its slim and streamlined design. It’s super-lightweight — you won’t even notice it under clothing — and it’s perfect for storing cash, credit cards, and other valuables. Though it’s not technically on sale, the Molarun money belt’s $8 price tag is an impressive deal on its own, don’t you think?  

Lands’ End Women’s Down Winter Coat

Winter coats are essential for traveling in colder seasons, and you’ll want to pick up this Lands’ End puffer jacket for up to 50 percent off right now. This cozy down jacket is our favorite functional winter jacket since it’s cozy and warm but still provides a full range of motion, so you’ll never feel restricted while wearing it. There are currently 11 eye-popping colors on sale; you might even want to pick up two jackets for the incredibly low price before the temperatures drop.  

Mark & Graham Travel Jewelry Case

Mark & Graham makes our favorite personalized jewelry case, and the brand’s early Black Friday sale is a great excuse to pick one (or a few) up as a holiday gift. The square case is big enough to fit all of your jewelry essentials from earrings to watches, and it’s still compact enough to fit in a carry-on or backpack with ease. Note: select colors and prints are on sale, so pay close attention when adding your favorites to your cart. 

Topo Designs Rover Pack Mini Backpack

One of T+L’s best mini backpacks, this sustainable bag from Topo Designs is lightweight and slim, so it won’t feel cumbersome to carry when you’re sightseeing all day long. While the bag might be mini-sized, it can hold a shocking amount of items from jackets to water bottles thanks to its 10-liter capacity. It also has various hidden compartments and a flap over the zipper so you can have peace of mind while traveling that your belongings are perfectly safe and hidden.

Lo & Sons O.G. 2 Purse

Lo & Sons makes the best travel purse that we’ve gotten our hands on, and it’s on sale ahead of Black Friday so you can scoop it before the bag potentially sells out. This Mary Poppins-esque bag is medium-sized but it can fit every travel essential you could ever need thanks to the plethora of pockets and compartments. Nearly all of the colorways are on sale, so you can pick your favorite shade and hardware preference during the savings event. 

Baggallini The Everywhere Bagg

In our tests, the best crossbody bag for traveling was the Baggallini tried-and-true Everywhere Bagg. It’s lightweight and comfortable to carry since the nylon material is basically weightless, even when the bag is packed full. The adjustable straps don’t dig into the skin, and there are tons of pockets to organize travel essentials like a tablet, wallet, passport, and more. 

eBags Classic Medium Compression Cube

Compression packing cubes can almost always be found in our editors’ carry-ons, and this single-cube model from eBags is our favorite choice to buy one at a time so you can fill any size bag. Marked down ahead of the holidays, this durable and lightweight cube makes an excellent stocking stuffer for the traveler in your life. It boasts self-healing zippers and water-resistant nylon so the bag is built to last for plenty of trips to come. 

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