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Black Friday travel deals: Save on Silversea Cruises, Nesuto Hotels, AAT Kings Tours, Variety Cruises, Regent Seven Seas and MSC Voyages

Mauriz Coronel
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These Black Friday deals will take you on luxury cruises, epic tours and stylish stays. Photo / Getty Images

These Black Friday deals will take you on luxury cruises, epic tours and stylish stays. Photo / Getty Images

Cruise from the French Riviera to Italy

Indulge in a Mediterranean dream with Silversea’s French Riviera to Italy cruise. Departing Nice, this Black Friday offer lets travellers save up to $11,500 per suite, enjoy a reduced deposit, and indulge in the Silversea All Inclusive Plus Experience. Discover Italy’s iconic coastline and the glamour of the French Riviera while enjoying nearly one crew member per guest, dedicated butler service, diverse dining options, premium beverages, in-suite dining, 24-hour room service, live entertainment, enrichment lectures, and expert destination guidance, all included.

This Black Friday offer allows travellers to save up to $11,500 per suite and take advantage of a reduced deposit. The 12-night cruise includes the Silversea All Inclusive Plus Experience with US$800 shore excursion credit per person, gratuities, unlimited Wi-Fi and all onboard services. Fares start from $12,005 pp twin share. Book by December 2, 2025, at helloworld.gocruising.co.nz/cruise/from-the-french-riviera-to-italys-coast-SIL53739/ to secure this luxurious Mediterranean escape.

Silversea’s cruise from Nice to Italy offers savings up to $11,500 per suite and includes the All Inclusive Plus Experience. Photo / Getty Images
Silversea’s cruise from Nice to Italy offers savings up to $11,500 per suite and includes the All Inclusive Plus Experience. Photo / Getty Images

Get luxe accommodation for cheaper

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Take advantage of Nesuto Hotels and Apartment Hotels’ Black Friday sale with up to 30% off across Australia and New Zealand. The sale runs from November 14 to December 3, 2025, for stays from November 14 to December 30, 2026. Choose from 11 properties, including Nesuto Docklands in Melbourne from A$169 per night and Nesuto St Martins Apartments in Auckland from $149 per night. Each property offers the comfort of hotel services combined with the independence of apartment living, featuring studios, one- and two-bedroom apartments and family-friendly options.

Included are free Wi-Fi, kitchens, laundries, flexible working and living areas and Nesuto’s flexible travel promise with free cancellation until 6pm on the day of arrival. With prime locations in local neighbourhoods, Nesuto ensures travellers enjoy comfort, style, and a true sense of place. Book at nesuto.com/blackfriday to secure your stay. Terms and conditions apply.

Nesuto Hotels' Black Friday sale offers up to 30% off stays in Australia and New Zealand, with free cancellation.
Nesuto Hotels' Black Friday sale offers up to 30% off stays in Australia and New Zealand, with free cancellation.

Take an unforgettable tour of Australia

AAT Kings Black Friday Hot Deals give travellers a limited-time chance to save up to 20% on iconic Australian and Tasmanian tours. Perfect Tasmania, a 13-day journey from Hobart departing January 9, 2026, now starts from $10,044 pp, saving $2511 pp, while the seven-day Tassie Getaway from Launceston to Hobart departing February 5, 2026, is from $5351 pp, saving $944 pp. Both tours highlight UNESCO World Heritage-listed sites, pristine wilderness, gourmet experiences, lavender farms and charming villages. These Black Friday offers run from November 4 to December 1, 2025, subject to availability. Book online at aatkings.com or through your travel agent.

AAT Kings' Black Friday deals provide up to 20% off Australian and Tasmanian tours. Photo / Tourism Australia
AAT Kings' Black Friday deals provide up to 20% off Australian and Tasmanian tours. Photo / Tourism Australia

Cruise around with Variety Cruises

Variety Cruises is offering an exclusive Black Friday sale, giving travellers the chance to explore Greece, Italy, Tahiti, and more for up to 50% off. This family-owned small ship cruise operator specialises in intimate, in-depth journeys to destinations often unreachable by larger vessels, including the Mediterranean, Adriatic coast, Seychelles, Tahiti, Cape Verde, and West Africa. Each cruise hosts around 50 guests, allowing for a personalised, community-driven experience with minimal environmental impact. The fleet underwent a full renovation in early 2025, ensuring refreshed onboard spaces and modernised equipment for a comfortable and memorable voyage.

This Black Friday promotion applies to new bookings made from November 13 to December 5, 2025, on 7-, 10- and 11-night sailings. Prices include accommodation aboard small ships, onboard amenities and access to unique destinations. To claim the offer, mention 2025 BLACK FRIDAY when booking. Visit varietycruises.com to book.

Explore Greece, Italy, Tahiti, and more for up to 50% off with Variety Cruises. Photo / Variety Cruises
Explore Greece, Italy, Tahiti, and more for up to 50% off with Variety Cruises. Photo / Variety Cruises

Set sail with Regent Seven Seas Cruises

Regent Seven Seas Cruises is offering an extraordinary Black Friday and Gift of Travel promotion, giving travellers the chance to sail in ultra-luxury comfort with exceptional savings. Featured early access sailings include the Treasures of the Adriatic on Seven Seas Voyager from Venice to Trieste, 12 nights with up to 61 shore excursions from $12,265 pp, and the Landmarks of Lisbon and Lorient on Seven Seas Navigator from Barcelona to Dover, 14 nights with up to 89 shore excursions from $11,468 pp.

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The deals include up to 45% savings on select voyages, plus a US$500 Shipboard Credit per suite, with both offers combinable. Suites feature personalised service, deluxe amenities, and access to included shore excursions. Black Friday offers are valid for bookings until December 2, 2025, while Gift of Travel is available until December 31, 2025. To book, visit rssc.com/specials/black-friday-bonus-au or call 0800 625 692.

Cruise like a queen for less with Regent Seven Seas Cruises' Black Friday deals. Photo / Regent Seven Seas Cruises
Cruise like a queen for less with Regent Seven Seas Cruises' Black Friday deals. Photo / Regent Seven Seas Cruises

See the world with MSC Cruises

MSC Cruises is launching its biggest-ever Black Friday Sale, offering travellers up to 50% off sailings worldwide through October 2027. Guests can explore the sun-soaked Mediterranean, vibrant Caribbean, Alaskan wilderness, Northern Europe, Asia, South America and beyond aboard MSC’s modern and innovative fleet. Featured sailings include a 7-night Mediterranean cruise onboard MSC World Europa from March 9, 2026, from A$1335 pp interior cabin, a 7-night Caribbean voyage aboard MSC World America from December 5, 2026, from AU$1,590 pp interior cabin, and a 7-night Alaskan adventure onboard MSC Poesia from May 11, 2026, from A$1320 pp interior cabin.

The Black Friday Sale runs from now until December 1, 2025, with online prices reflecting the exclusive discount and eligibility for Voyagers Club member benefits. Additional savings of up to 70% on onboard packages, including excursions, drinks, and specialty dining, make this a truly exceptional offer. Book now via msccruises.co.nz, or call 0508 4278 473.

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See Alaska's beauty with MSC cruises. Photo / Supplied
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