For British holidaymakers, the shopping bonanza is far from over. While Black Friday and Cyber Monday have passed, Travel Tuesday on 2nd December 2025 has arrived, delivering a wave of extended sales from major travel brands. This is the prime moment to secure significant savings on everything from last-minute winter sun to meticulously planned adventures for 2026 and beyond.
Unbeatable Package Holiday & Cruise Offers
The discounts on package deals are particularly impressive this year. Jet2holidays is offering a substantial £100 off per person on selected trips, including from its new London Gatwick base, to destinations like Turkey and Lanzarote. Meanwhile, TUI has prolonged its sale, with savings of up to £300 per booking for MyTUI account holders on holidays departing between January 2026 and October 2027.
For family-friendly fun, Butlin's has cuts of up to 40% off 2026 breaks to celebrate its 90th birthday, with February half-term deals from just £67. The bargains extend to long-haul trips too; Newmarket Holidays offers savings of up to £962 on escorted tours, such as a 13-night Japanese adventure.
Cruise lovers haven't been forgotten. MSC Cruises is slashing up to 50% off thousands of sailings for 2025-2027, with Caribbean trips from £257. Royal Caribbean is also participating, offering up to £800 off fares and half-price onboard extras.
Major Savings on Hotels & Accommodation
Accommodation providers are competing fiercely for bookings. Giants like Expedia and Hotels.com are offering up to 40% off, with the latter featuring a standout 75% off select properties for Travel Tuesday alone. Booking.com promises minimum savings of 30% globally, with options ranging from Istanbul hotels at £10 a night to Dubai stays for £59.
Hotel chains are also in on the action. IHG provides up to 25% off worldwide bookings made by 4th December, while members can save up to 60% at Iberostar resorts. For a UK getaway, Cottages.com has over 70,000 holidays with a hefty 30% discount, with breaks from £299.
Flight Deals & Attraction Discounts
Several airlines have launched targeted promotions. British Airways Holidays is offering up to £300 off 2026 bookings, with USA trips from £599pp. Cathay Pacific is giving £150 off per person to Asia Pacific destinations using code UKBLACKFRI, and Air Tahiti Nui has $200 off roundtrip flights to Tahiti and beyond.
For experiences, the Merlin annual pass is dramatically reduced, with the Essential pass now £79 a year, down from £139, granting access to LEGOLAND, Alton Towers, and SEA LIFE. Adventure tour operator Gap 360 has cuts of up to 40% on escorted tours for 18-35 year olds to destinations like Mexico and Japan.
With sales running for a limited time, savvy travellers are urged to compare deals on sites like Skyscanner and act quickly to secure the best prices for their next escape. The consensus is clear: Travel Tuesday 2025 presents a golden, and time-sensitive, opportunity to book a dream holiday for less.
