As the nights draw in and thoughts turn to winter escapes, the annual wave of Black Friday holiday deals brings a welcome chance to plan a memorable adventure for less. Whether you dream of a once-in-a-lifetime expedition cruise, a festive family break, or simply adding a touch of wonder to your stargazing, 2025’s offers are among the strongest yet. Here’s our curated roundup of standout travel savings for the Travel Begins at 40 reader.
Luxury Swan Hellenic Cruises Offer Exceptional Black Friday Savings
Swan Hellenic has set an impressive tone this season with what may be the most generous Black Friday offer in expedition cruising. The boutique line is offering substantial reductions across its all-inclusive fares plus a remarkable $1,000 onboard credit per cabin to spend as guests wish. With savings up to £2,600 per stateroom, this is easily one of the year’s most compelling Black Friday holiday deals.
The newly launched Black Friday Expedition Collection spans 36 expertly curated voyages, from six to 20 nights, and opens a world of wilderness, culture, and coastline. Sailings cover Antarctica, the Arctic, Africa, Asia, Europe, and Latin America aboard the line’s three ultra-modern boutique ships, celebrated for their comfort, sleek design, and expert-led discovery.
Departures run from 5 March 2026 to 29 July 2027, giving guests ample time to plan bucket-list journeys well ahead. Bookings must be made between 17 November and 2 December 2025, and in a bold move, Swan Hellenic has imposed no limit on how many voyages guests can combine — ideal for those seeking extended multi-region adventures with cumulative savings.
All-inclusive fares start from £2,695 per person, with standout itineraries including the six-night Salvadore Rio: Soul, Samba and Sea journey departing 25 November 2026.
Full details are available on the Swan Hellenic website.
Unistellar Telescope Deals Make Stargazing More Affordable
For travellers who prefer their adventures cosmic, Unistellar has unveiled a rare 20% discount across its entire range of award-winning smart telescopes until 30 November 2025. Whether buying for a curious beginner or a seasoned amateur astronomer, this is one of the best opportunities to invest in advanced stargazing tech at a reduced price.
Models include the intuitive ODYSSEY, featuring advanced Nikon-developed optics, automatic celestial object recognition, and enhanced vision suitable even for urban environments. With the discount, prices drop to around £1,599.
The ODYSSEY PRO — ideal for shared observation events thanks to its Nikon digital eyepiece — is reduced to £2,799.20, while the premium Red Edition and expert-level eQuinox 2 and eVscope 2 also see significant reductions.
Explore full specifications and deals on the Unistellar website.
Winter-Sun Escapes at Lanzarote Retreats with Big Savings
If winter warmth is calling, Lanzarote Retreats is offering up to 30% off selected properties at Finca de Arrieta between late November and Christmas. With flight deals from the UK starting at just £15 one-way, now is an ideal moment to plan a restorative break before or during the festive season.
Eco yurts, villas, and farmhouses are all included, with prices such as: Eco Twin Yurt from €70; Eco Chiquitita Yurt from €90; Eco Luxury Yurt Suite from €98; Eco Luxury Villa from €112; Eco Barn from €119; Eco Yurt Royale from €120; Eco Luxury Farmhouse with private pool from €226
Stays require a two-night minimum and must be booked directly to secure the discount. Bookings made before 1 December include free airport transfers for stays between 20 and 27 December 2025.
More information and bookings are on the Finca de Arrieta / Lanzarote Retreats website.
Boutique London Stays at The Other House with Black Friday Offers
For a luxury city break in the capital, The Other House South Kensington, 15–17 Harrington Gardens, London SW7 4JJ, is offering 30% off stays until 31 May 2026. Book before 20 November 2025 to receive breakfast and late checkout, or book before 2 December to still enjoy complimentary breakfast.
Longer stays between 15 and 90 nights come with even deeper discounts, with complimentary daily breakfast on all bookings made before 2 December. Ideal for digital nomads, extended business travel, or anyone wanting to experience London like a local.
Check availability and offers on The Other House website.
With generous cruise offers, urban retreats, winter-sun escapes, and even smart telescopes to inspire future adventures, the 2025 Black Friday holiday deals are a welcome invitation to plan something extraordinary for the year ahead.
