Everyone knows Amazon is a treasure trove of gems that can upgrade your travel experience; however, few travelers know there are more opportunities to score Black Friday-level deals on luggage, travel accessoriesand more outside of Prime Day. Every October, Amazon’s lesser-known two-day sale, Prime Big Deal Daysbrings thousands of big markdowns on top brands and products across the site—but don’t be fooled, not every slash is a steal.
Lucky for you, this travel editor with four years of covering Amazon sales knows the ins and outs of October Prime Day and where to find elite savings—and steer you away from the gimmicky items that aren’t worth the suitcase space. Below, I’ve narrowed down the best Amazon October Prime Day deals from Samsonite, Appleand more that are not only sporting major price cuts (up to 88 percent off) but have also earned high praise from fellow travelers, a combination that will be your ticket to smoother flights, comfier hotel stays, and stress-free adventures.
Best Overall Deals
Clothing and Shoe Deals
Glamaker 2-piece Matching Set
Amazon
Whenever a Prime Day rolls around, I always stop at the clothing deals first because that’s often where the biggest savings are hiding. This year, I have my eye set on the discounted Glamaker 2-piece Matching Setwhich will make the perfect airplane outfit for my long flights back and forth from Los Angeles to New York to visit family. I also love that both pieces can be worn together or separately, doubling my suitcase options without needing to pack extra items.
Naturalizer Neela Lace Up Sneakers
Amazon
Amazon Prime Day is also an ample opportunity to upgrade your footwearespecially if you’ve been suffering through recent trips in uncomfortable and unsupportive shoes. When friends and family ask me which travel shoes to buy, I always point them in the direction of a brand with inclusive sizing and podiatrist-approved styles—like Naturalize. These leather lace-up sneakers have arch-supporting memory foam insoles and flexible outsoles for all-around comfort on long travel days.
Iuga High-waisted Trouser Pants
Amazon
I’ve finally found the comfiest travel pants, and I’m so happy to share that they’re on sale for October Prime Day. Iuga’s High-waisted Trousers have the polished look of dress pants with the comfort of sweatpants. Everyone thinks you dressed up for your flight, when in reality, you’re wearing bottoms with a faux button and zipper, and all the stretchiness and softness of your favorite pajamas. Genius.
Odoly Suede Clogs
Amazon
If you’re like me and love the convenience of slip-on shoes, a cozy pair of suede clogs should be on your radar. Acting as fall’s closed-toe alternative to sandals, they will keep your feet warm and secure without the need for complicated laces or straps (a huge plus for long flights, road trips, and more). This double-discounted pair has supportive features like contoured footbeds, deep heel cups, and wide toe boxes, plus grippy soles for comfortable, sneaker-like strides.
Xiaoxuemeng Quilted Puffer Jacket
Amazon
Since October Prime Day is Amazon’s first major sale of the fall, I’d recommend using the deals to save on pricey cold-weather essentials like jackets and coats. Me? I’ll be grabbing this quilted puffer while it’s on sale, so my fall and winter travel wardrobe is set. I love that it’s packable and lightweight enough for any destination (you can layer tops and sweaters as needed to match the forecast), but still oversized for extra comfort.
Luggage and Travel Bags
Samsonite Freeform Hardside 20-inch Carry-on Luggage
Amazon
Amazon’s Prime Day luggage deals are always top-notch, especially when it comes to brand-name pieces. One luggage deal that impressed me is this near-30 percent off, top-rated Samsonite Freeform Hardside 20-inch Carry-onwhich is Travel + Leisure editor-approved and hardly ever drops below $100. It won our pick for best overall carry-on thanks to its impressive capacity and durability (our testing team even hit it with a metal bat and it didn’t show signs of damage).
Taygeer Carry-on Travel Backpack
Amazon
I’m going to a destination wedding in Italy next spring, and my carry-on game needs a major refresh before then. To save myself from dragging a wheeled suitcase around the various towns we’ll be visiting, I’m going to trade my rollaboard for this spacious, best-selling carry-on backpack that has “no problem” fitting a “week’s worth of clothes,” according to shoppers. I’ve been waiting for it to go on sale, and right now, it’s less than $20 for October Prime Day.
Bagsmart Duffel Bag
Amazon
Since the above Tayger Carry-on Backpack will be my main luggage, I’ll need an equally roomy personal item to replace my go-to laptop backpack. This duffel bag fits perfectly under airplane seats and has a spacious main compartment to fit extra clothes and shoes, plus convenient stash pockets and pouches for my passport, wallet, and in-flight essentials like my headphones and portable charger. I love that it comes with a crossbody strap for easy carrying (which will come in handy if I need to go hands-free).
Travel Accessories and Tech
Apple AirTag 4-pack
Amazon
I’ve heard so many horror stories about missing checked bags, lost passports, and so on from my travel-loving friends and colleagues, so I’m making sure to stock up on Apple AirTags before my next trip. These Bluetooth trackers keep an extra eye on your valuables and can be easily slipped into suitcase pockets, backpacks, purses, wallets, and more so you can easily see where they are when you’re on the go. Nothing ruins a trip faster than your suitcase not showing up at baggage claim, right?
Lenuto MagSafe Magnetic Portable Charger
Amazon
Amazon’s always up to date with the latest travel accessorieswhich is why I love to browse its travel accessory offerings for new gadgets. This October Prime Day, I’ll be picking up this magnetic portable charger while it’s up to 88 percent off. What sets it apart from other power banks is its powerful battery and built-in stand, which allows you to mount your phone or tablet onto it (which is ideal for streaming shows and movies on long flights, train rides, road trips, and more).
Tozo NC9 In-ear Noise-canceling Headphones
Amazon
If you’re like me and have been let down by so many earbuds in the past, this Amazon Prime Day deal is for you. Thousands of shoppers have been won over by these Tozo noise-canceling earbuds and their AirPod-level sound quality (some even say they sound better than Apple AirPods) and affordable price tag, which was just slashed down to $30 for Prime Big Deal Days.
Ostrichpillow Travel Neck Pillow
Amazon
Travelers with long-haul flights on the horizon need to hop on this rare Ostrichpillow deal. The brand’s neck pillow is renowned as the “best travel pillow ever” by shoppers, including one flier who called it a “miracle” and “magic” after experiencing zero neck pain on a nine-hour flight (in coach). I’ve been holding out on buying a cheap neck pillow from the airport, waiting for the price to drop on this T+L-loved pillowand it’s finally time to add it to my cart.
Twelve South AirFly SE Bluetooth Wireless Audio Transmitter Adapter
Amazon
You would think that, as an adult, I’d have no problem keeping myself entertained on a flight. But on my most recent flight, the unthinkable happened: the flight attendants never passed out the old-school headphones for the seatback TV. Between my in-flight naps and stubborn seatmates (I was in the window seat), the opportunity never arose to go ask for a set, so I couldn’t watch any shows or movies. Next time, I’ll have the Twelve South AirFly SE ready to go. It pairs your wireless headphones to the seatback TV, so you don’t need to rely on the airline-provided wired headphones. It’s also good to have if you’re traveling with a buddy, since you can use it to connect two headphones to the same TV.
Epicka Universal Travel Adapter
Amazon
When I travel with my family, I need to be extra prepared since they’re not big jet-setters and often forget essential accessories—like adapters. Instead of having to pack an extra adapter for my parents and siblings, I just need to throw the Epicka Universal Adapter in my bag. It can charge multiple devices (no more fighting over free outlets) at once and has the necessary outlets needed for the U.K. and Europe built in.
Packing Essentials
Bpluma Leakproof Travel Bottles
Amazon
I used to always stock up on travel-sized bottles of my favorite shampoo, conditioner, body wash, and other shower and hair toiletries, but I recently realized that all the different-sized tubes and jars were taking up way too much room in my toiletry bag. Now, I only use uniform, reusable toiletry bottles to save suitcase space and money (those single-use shampoos and conditioners go fast). Thinking of doing the same? Snag these sleek, compact, and leakproof travel bottles while they’re just $9.
Bagail Compression Packing Cubes Set
Amazon
What does every traveler need? If it were up to me, it would be a solid set of packing cubes. In addition to helping you save luggage space, these nifty cubes keep your clothing, shoes, and accessories organized so you’re not digging through your suitcase to find your favorite pair of pants or that one top you decided to change into at the last minute. When it comes to finding the right packing cube set, I always point friends and family to the Bagail Compression Packing Cubescurrently on sale, which are extremely durable and “double” how much you can fit in your bag.
Halfday Sidekick Tech Organizer Kit
Amazon
I invite you to take this time to take a closer look inside your go-to backpack or tote bag. What do you see? If it’s filled with tangled wires, cords, and random accessories and attachments for various devices, then I can’t recommend this tech organizer kit more. Halfday’s top-rated travel gear hardly ever goes on sale, so you don’t want to miss this chance to upgrade your travel game at a discount. Plus, this tech organizer has a really cool bumper feature that you can balance your phone against like a mount.
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