Greatest Amazon Prime Day offers of 2023 for vacationers

The final day of the unofficial Amazon holiday, Prime Day, is upon us and there are still plenty of great deals to be had.

If you aren’t sure where to start, don’t worry, as we’ve got a roundup of some of the best travel-related items that are still on sale. We also have a few stories devoted to potentially saving even more on the sale using eligible Chase Ultimate Rewards points or American Express Membership Rewards points.

If you see something you like, all you need to do is hit “add to cart” and pay with the best credit card for Amazon purchases.

Here are our 24 favorite travel products on sale for Amazon Prime Day.

To buy: Amazon Fire HD 8 Plus Tablet, $99.99 (normally $149.99)

Kindle — $84.99 (normally $119.99)

Yeah, we get it; we love real, physical books too. But traveling with your carefully curated library will eat up your luggage limits fast.

The Kindle (2022 release) can store thousands of books with its 16GB memory and lasts up to six weeks on a single charge. Its paperlike display makes reading glare-free and effortless. You can currently snap one up on sale for $84.99, saving you 29% on the usual asking price of $119.99.

To buy: Kindle, $84.99 (normally $119.99)

Apple Watch Series 8 — $279.99 (normally $399)

If an Apple Watch is your go-to travel accessory (or you want it to be), the Series 8 is on a good sale for Prime Day.

Here’s why it is one of TPG’s must-have travel accessories.

To buy: Apple Watch Series 8, $279.99 (normally $399)

Bagsmart Compression Packing Cubes (6 pack) — $31.99 (normally $42.99)

When it comes to maximizing space in your suitcase, packing cubes are an absolute game changer. Bagsmart’s Compression Packing Cubes are on sale for $31.99 (saving you 26% on the common retail price of $42.99) for a pack of six, ranging in size and designed to cater to specific clothing needs. Plus, they’re waterproof.

Choose from various colors, including gray and periwinkle, pink and baby blue, or keep it simple with all-gray.

To buy: Bagsmart Compression Packing Cubes (six pack), $31.99 (normally $42.99)

Veken Suitcase Organizer Bags Set — $22.99 (normally $29.99)

Another packing cube option in the Prime Day sale is from Veken. This set of six packing cubes promises to fit up to 45 items of clothing.

These normally cost $29.99 and are now available with a 23% discount for $22.99 in various colors. With over 19,000 ratings for an average customer review of 4.7 stars out of 5, these cubes are popular among users.

To buy: Veken Suitcase Organizer Bags Set, $22.99 (normally $29.99)

Apple AirTag 4-Pack — $88.49 (normally $99.99)

By now, you’ve probably heard us sing the praises of AirTags for keeping an eye on your things — especially if you plan to check bags. While they aren’t on a huge discount in the Prime Day sale, they are going for a little less than normal.

To buy: Apple AirTag 4-Pack, $88.49 (normally $99.99)

iWalk Leopard GaN 65W USB C Charger — $24.49 (normally $49)

When you’re traveling, you should be spending as much time as possible exploring and immersing yourself in your destination, not wasting precious minutes waiting for your phone to charge.

A speedy charger should be an essential item for all travelers, and right now, you can pick up the iWalk Leopard for $24.49, a whopping 50% reduction on the usual price of $49. The device is compatible with iPhones, MacBook Pros and Airs, iPads, Galaxy devices and a whole host of others.

To buy: iWalk Leopard GaN 65W USB C Charger, $24.49 (normally $49)

FuelRod Portable Charger Kit — $26.24 (normally $34.99)

FuelRods aren’t the most powerful portable chargers on the market, but they are some of the easiest to swap out for a fully charged version on the go if you’re at a theme park, airport, etc. At this price, two are cheaper than one typically costs if you buy it from a FuelRod machine.

To buy: FuelRod Portable Charger Kit, $26.24 (normally $34.99 for pack of two)

Anker 737 Power Bank 3-Port Portable Charger — $127.99 (normally $149.99)

Getting caught out by a dead battery while you’re on the move can be a huge inconvenience. In terms of pet peeves, it’s probably up there with sitting next to someone on a flight that won’t respect the unwritten rules of the armrest.

Keep your devices powered with a portable charger, like this one from Anker which can charge an iPhone 13 almost 5 times over.

To buy: Anker Portable Charger, $127.99 (normally $149.99)

Epicka Universal Travel Adapter — $20.30 (normally $23.99)

If international travel is on your agenda, you can pick up this international travel adapter that will charge up to six devices at once and work in over 150 countries, including the U.S., Canada, Japan, Ireland, the U.K., Australia, New Zealand, France, Germany and beyond.

To buy: Epicka Universal Travel Adapter, $20.30 (normally $23.99)

LCD Writing Tablet Doodle Board — $9.99 (normally $19.99)

For under $10, your kids can have an LCD drawing tablet that’s perfect for travel, won’t make a mess, won’t be a disaster if it is lost or broken and won’t lead to hours of screentime you hadn’t planned on.

To buy: LCD Writing Tablet Doodle Board: $9.99 (normally $19.99)

GOTDYA Travel Pillow — $14.99 (normally $21.99)

As much as we’d love to do it all the time, traveling in business or first class just isn’t always possible; sometimes, the only way to go is economy. If, like us, you find it tricky to sleep in the confines of a clunky economy seat, you should invest in a quality travel pillow like this one from GOTDYA. This one provides perfect support and is made from comfy, premium memory foam that could transform your flight.

To buy: GOTDYA Travel Pillow, $14.99 (normally $21.99)

Matein Carry on Backpack — $39.99 (normally $51.99)

Love to travel light? This expandable backpack by Matein could be your perfect packing solution. It has a storage capacity of 40 liters, with several compartments to fit all your needs. It also handily meets the airline carry-on requirements for carriers such as EasyJet, Spirit and JetBlue.

To buy: Matein Carry on Backpack, $39.99 (normally $51.99)

Best headphone deals

Apple AirPods (3rd Generation) — $139.99 (normally $169)

If AirPods have been on your wishlist for a while, this is a good time to pick up the third-generation AirPods at a decent discount.

To buy: Apple AirPods (3rd Generation), $139.99 (normally $169)

Apple AirPods (2nd Generation) — $89.99 (normally $129)

If the newest technology isn’t necessary, you can get the second-generation AirPods for just $89.99.

To buy: Apple AirPods (2nd Generation), $89.99 (normally $129)

Beats Powerbeats Pro Wireless Earbuds — $149.99 (normally $249.95)

Get immersive sound with a charge that can last up to 36 hours for an extra-long plane ride and beyond for less than normal if you buy during Prime Day.

To buy: Beats Powerbeats Pro Wireless Earbuds, $149.99 (normally $249.95)

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro True Wireless Bluetooth Earbuds with Noise Cancelling — $179.99 (normally $229.99)

For a smaller noise-canceling option, try these earbuds from Samsung, which use their Intelligent Active Noise Cancellation to quiet all distractions outside your ear, so you can tune into your music, phone calls and more.

To buy: Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro True Wireless Bluetooth Earbuds with Noise Cancelling, $179.99 (normally $229.99)

Technics Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones — $234.99 (normally $347.99)

If you’re a true audiophile, Technics needs no introduction. The Japanese brand has been a renowned manufacturer of hi-fi equipment since 1965. The Technics EAH-A800E-K wireless headphones offer industry-leading noise-canceling technology and a high-resolution audio experience that’ll bring your playlists to life.

To buy: Technics Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones, $234.99 (normally $347.99)

Sony LinkBuds S Truly Wireless Noise Canceling Earbuds — $128 (normally $199.99)

Looking for a worthy contender to Apple’s AirPods? The Sony LinkBuds S might be exactly the thing you’re seeking. Fun fact: They’re the world’s smallest and lightest noise-canceling headphones. These micro earbuds are ergonomically designed so that you can comfortably wear them all day and on even the longest flights (we’re looking at you, New York City to Singapore).

To buy: Sony LinkBuds S Truly Wireless Noise Canceling Earbuds, $128 (normally $199.99)

To buy: American Tourister Cascade Hardside Expandable Luggage, $135.99 (normally $179.99)

Samsonite Omni PC Hardside Expandable Luggage with Spinner Wheels (20 inch carry on) — $127.99 (normally $169.99)

As one of the most trusted luggage brands on the market, anytime Samsonite is on sale is a good deal. Its Omni PC Hardside Expandable Luggage has 360-degree spinners for ease and a convenient lock slider keeping your items safe along the way.

To buy: Samsonite Omni PC Hardside Expandable Luggage with Spinner Wheels (20-inch carry on), $127.99 (normally $169.99)

Luggex Hard Shell Checked Luggage — $183.99 (normally $229.99)

Worried about your valuables getting crushed in the airplane hold? Then maybe you need the Luggex Hard Shell Checked Luggage. Built like Fort Knox, it’s a zipper-free fortress of a suitcase bolstered with over 100 reinforced rivets and built-in aero-grade black aluminum. The James Bond of cases, if you will.

To buy: Luggex Hard Shell Checked Luggage, $183.99 (normally $229.99)

DoorDash gift cards: $20 off $100 with code DASH (comes as bounceback credit)

Grubhub gift cards: $10 off $50 with code GRUB23

Before you add these items to your cart, be sure to use a credit card to maximize your Amazon purchases this Prime Day and beyond, including:

• Prime Visa, for 5% cash back on all Amazon and Whole Foods purchases, among others.
• Chase Freedom Unlimited, for 1.5% cash back on non-portal, drugstore and dining purchases, including Amazon, plus an additional 1.5% cash back on everything you buy within the first year of opening the card, on up to $20,000 spent.
• Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card (see rates and fees) or Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card (see rates and fees), to earn unlimited 2 miles per dollar on every purchase, every day.

Also, be sure and check to see if you have any targeted offers to save up to 50% off an eligible Amazon purchase using as little as 1 point from one of your rewards credit cards.