SHOPPING DEALS
Mountain Magic Christmas in Weaverville
On Nov. 24, embark on a unique Black Friday shopping getaway to the historic gold rush town of Weaverville to immerse in the rustic charm of its Mountain Magic Christmas celebration. This nostalgic event showcases the soft glow of main streetlights, freshly roasted chestnuts, Christmas tree lighting, and carolers. Keep an eye out for Santa, who will be spreading joy and listening to children's holiday wishes at the bandstand.
California Artisan Shopping in Morgan Hill
Make Black Friday shopping a local affair in Morgan Hill either in-person or online with California artisans. California Craft House makes personalized, engraved gifts and specialized art, home decor, and baby gifts. Colibri Gallery is the creation of Dan and Kathy McCranie who are avid art collectors and supporters of San Francisco Bay Area artists. Shop from their eclectic collection of art, jewelry, and pottery. Established in 2020 to support home-based and retail small businesses through the pandemic, Sidewalk Saturdays supports over 30 artisan and boutique vendors and has morphed into a beloved community event embodying the Buy Local spirit.
SLO CAL's Holiday Shopping
In SLO CAL, the city of San Luis Obispo is partnering with the San Luis Obispo Chamber of Commerce to bring back the "Buy Local Bonus" program for its fourth consecutive year, showing support for local businesses during the holiday season. The program is open to both local businesses and shoppers, aiming to benefit the community by putting money back into business owners' pockets through the purchase of gift cards. These gift cards are then distributed to shoppers who submit receipts totaling $100 or more from local retailers. The "Buy Local Bonus" program will run from Nov. 24 to Dec. 24 while supplies last.
FOOD & BEVERAGE DEALS
Holiday Shopping with Communal
Communal is helping with holiday shopping this Black Friday by offering discounted pricing on retail. Browse a selection of beauty and wellness essentials, jewelry, clothing, and more, plus grab a cozy beverage and something to eat to help fuel up for a full day of shopping. Communal has multiple locations throughout Southern California including North Park, South Park and Oceanside.
Pink Friday at Puesto
Puesto, a family-owned Mexican restaurant with multiple locations throughout California serving delicious handmade tacos, cocktails, and more, is offering an exciting “Pink Friday” Promotion at all eight Puesto locations. From Nov. 24-25, guests who purchase a gift card of $100 or more will also get a gift card in return to give the gift of tacos and get the gift of tacos - or margaritas. Buy a $100 gift card and receive a $20 gift card, buy a $250 gift card will receive a $60 gift card or buy a $500 gift card and receive a $125 gift card. To purchase a gift card, visit any local Puesto location or purchase one online. Gift cards are valid at all Puestos regardless of purchase location.
Pali Wine Co. Holiday Wine Deals
Pali Wine Co., a family-owned winery with a passion for crafting exceptional wines in Santa Barbara County, is offering Pre-Black Friday, Black Friday, and Cyber Monday deals. From Nov. 9-17, shop deals on wines early to make sure they arrive before the Thanksgiving holiday. This Pre-black Friday deal is a tiered discount – choose from over 50 wines and buy 1+ bottle get 25% off, buy 6+ bottles and get 35% off, or buy 12 or more bottles to get 45% off. For Black Friday, from Nov. 24-26, enjoy 30-50% off select wines. On Cyber Monday, Pali Wine Co. will offer 35% off select fan-favorite wines, including Pali, 2020 Pinot Noir ‘Huntington,’ 2021 Pinot Noir ‘Riviera,’ 2018 Chardonnay ‘Charm Acres,’ and 2022 Rosé of Pinot Noir ‘P.C.H.' For all these deals, Pali will offer free shipping on orders of three or more cases.
Share a Taste of Coursey Graves
This holiday season, indulge in a collection of French-style wine from Coursey Graves. Located high on a Sonoma Valley mountaintop, the boutique winery offers a taste of its Bennett Mountain estate in curated gift sets, including one, two or three-bottle gifts set in a special gift box. Holiday gift certificates cover a 90-minute luxury tasting for two on the stunning property. Enjoy panoramic views, hillside vineyards, Monet-style gardens, and an experience to remember forever. Gift wine memberships are also available. Wine lovers receive three shipments of two bottles of our latest releases throughout the year.
ATTRACTIONS
Save on California Adventures with Gray Line
Gray Line of San Francisco has an exclusive Black Friday, Cyber Monday and Travel Deal Tuesday offer of 15% off all tours. Explore the Golden State's beauty with our diverse tour options, from iconic San Francisco sights to Yosemite's natural wonders. Enjoy savings on popular tours including Monterey, Carmel and 17-Mile Drive, Muir Woods and Sausalito, Napa and Sonoma Wine Country, and many others. Use promo code VCBF23 at checkout.
San Luis Obispo International Film Festival
The San Luis Obispo International Film Festival is a critically acclaimed six-day film festival in the heart of San Luis Obispo. The 2024 festival will take place April 25-30, and an exclusive See + Stay package is being offered to visitors who book two nights in SLO. Book a stay at any property in the city of San Luis Obispo from April 25-30, 2024, and receive two exclusive passes to the festival. The See + Stay Passes give access to special events throughout the festival, access to the festival lounge, and four tickets redeemable at any regular, in-person screenings. To qualify, guests must:
1. Book a two-night stay at any hotel in the city of SLO from April 25-30, 2024.
2. Email booking confirmation to info@slofilmfest.org to receive See + Stay Passes.
Guests who book during Black Friday - Cyber Monday will receive an exclusive VIP gift bag given only to filmmakers and special guests. The curated bags include local wine, treats, merch, and exclusive deals.
WNDR Museum San Diego
WNDR Museum, San Diego's immersive art and technology experience, will be offering special Black Friday savings at the WNDR Shop. From Nov. 24-26, guests who purchase a zippered tote bag for $20 will receive 25% off everything that can fit in the tote, while supplies last. Some exclusions apply. While shopping, guests can also take advantage of the museum’s Winter WNDRland experience which has transformed some of WNDR Museum's fan-favorite exhibits with a shimmering blanket of snow and ice.
HOTEL DEALS
KSL Resorts
KSL Resorts’ five boutique hotels along the Central Coast are hidden gems in this destination known for its stunning beaches, hundreds of top-notch wineries, picture-perfect views, and farm-to-table dining. Book online between Nov. 8 and Nov. 27 for stays from Nov. 8 to March 14, 2024. The Cyber Week deal applies to Avila Lighthouse Suites, Pismo Lighthouse Suites, Paso Robles Inn, Shore Cliff Hotel, and The Piccolo.
Mendocino’s Brewery Gulch Inn & Spa
Perched high on a bluff overlooking Smuggler’s Cove and the Pacific Ocean, the Brewery Gulch Inn & Spa is a one-of-a-kind bed-and-breakfast property that reigns cathedral-like over the dramatic Northern Mendocino coast. Constructed in 2001 from 150-year-old redwood reclaimed from the nearby Big River, this 11-room stunner is epically romantic. From Nov. 24-27, guests who book two nights for stays up until May 31, 2024, receive 30% off. For those who book two nights, arriving between Nov. 27 through Dec. 21, receive 35% off.
Silverado Resort in Napa Valley
Nestled in the heart of the picturesque Napa Valley, Silverado Resort is a legendary 1200-acre getaway, offering 345 guest rooms and suites, two PGA championship golf courses, tennis, and a wealth of amenities, including holiday activities. The Cyber Week deal includes 20% off a one-night stay, 25% off a two-night stay, and 30% off three nights or more. Book here between Nov. 5-29 to stay from Nov. 5 to May 19, 2024.
Vespera Resort on Pismo Beach
Vespera Resort on Pismo Beach in the Central Coast is known for its idyllic oceanside location, luxurious guest rooms, well-being classes, relaxing fine dining, and proximity to regional attractions and award-winning Central Coast wineries. Marriot Bonvoy Members can save 20% off and non-members 15% off on upcoming stays when booked between Nov. 21-28.
Luxurious Fairmont Grand Del Mar
Fairmont Grand Del Mar is a Five Diamond award-winning San Diego luxury resort located on 400 acres alongside Los Peñasquitos Canyon Preserve featuring a private golf course, luxurious accommodations, award-winning Spa, tennis, yoga, fitness classes, and Five Diamond fine dining. During Black Friday and Cyber Monday, the resort is offering an exclusive offer of 30% best available rates and an additional 10% off for all Loyalty members. Book between Nov. 13-27 to stay through June 30, 2024.
Hometown for the Holidays in Rancho Cordova
Is Nana bringing her new boyfriend home to meet the family during a critical nostalgic tradition? Will your older, more successful sibling drive upstate in the flashy new sports car you're tired of hearing about? Did your parents finally turn your childhood bedroom into a home gym? However, if you plan to celebrate the holidays, skip sleeping on the futon and book a hotel stay in Rancho Cordova. 'Tis the season for gifts. When you reserve your two-night hotel stay, Visit Rancho Cordova will give you a gift card of your choice.
The Meritage Resort and Spa & "Giving Tuesday"
Napa Valley’s The Meritage Resort and Spa is a premier resort offering two hotel experiences, blending world-class luxury with exceptional hospitality. Guests will find on-site tasting rooms, dining options, a six-lane bowling alley, an artisanal market, relaxing pools, and Spa Terra, nested in a 22,000-square-foot Napa Estate Cave. Book between Nov. 15 and Nov. 30 using promo code PROCYB to receive 30% off on all BAR online rates and a $30 daily resort credit. Travel between Nov. 15 – March 31, 2024. For “Giving Tuesday,” the resort will donate a portion of room bookings made between Nov. 28-30 to New Moms, Bright Endeavors, a non-profit supporting young mothers facing financial hardship
L’Auberge Del Mar in Southern California
L’Auberge Del Mar boasts luxurious guest rooms, an upscale pool and pool bar, a coastal-inspired spa, al fresco dining overlooking the Pacific Ocean, and more. The resort offers a refundable 20% off the best available room rate for stay dates between Nov. 23 and March 14, 2024, or a non-refundable 30% off for stays between Nov. 23 and Dec. 31, 2024.
Getaway to Alisal Ranch
Hidden in the golden hills of the Santa Ynez Valley sits the legendary Alisal Ranch. The family-owned property has embraced the spirit of the American West for nearly a century and offers an opportunity to immerse in abundant, wild nature. Alisal also features 73 guest cottages, two 18-hole championship golf courses, tennis and pickleball courts, and more. Those who sign up for Alisal’s newsletter will get early pre-sale access to the ranch’s Cyber Monday Sale, which features 50% off the best available room rate on select dates between Nov. 27 – March 21, 2024, with breakfast, dinner, drinks, and select activities included with the accommodations. Pre-sale for subscribers starts on Nov. 25, with the public offer going live on Nov. 27-28.
The Ranch at Laguna Beach
The Ranch at Laguna Beach is giving the gift of out-of-the-box experiences. From spa, golf, dining, retail, and more, discover countless options and indulge in a dreamy escape. The Black Friday deal will be live on the website beginning Nov. 24 at midnight and will be available through Nov. 27 until midnight.
Kona Kai San Diego
Set alongside its own private beach on Shelter Island, Kona Kai San Diego offers the quintessential San Diego experience with two inviting pools complete with private lounging cabanas, beautifully appointed guest rooms and suites, innovative programming for the entire family, coastal spa treatments, waterfront dining, and more. For trips booked between Nov. 23-28, Kona Kai is extending up to 20% off the best available room rate for stays from Nov. 23 through March 31, 2024.
"Thankful for Travel Sale" at The Oasis at Death Valley Lodging
The Oasis at Death Valley Lodging is offering 30% off on hotel stays at the renovated and historic AAA Four-Diamond Inn at Death Valley and the newly revitalized, family-friendly Ranch at Death Valley, including new, cozy cottages, spring-fed pools, and the lowest elevation golf course. Valid for select overnight stays between December 2023 and February 2024. Xanterra Travel Collection's "Thankful for Travel'' Sale goes from Nov. 21 through Dec. 1 on adventures across its portfolio.
Estancia La Jolla Hotel & Spa
Following a recent $13.9 million renovation, Estancia La Jolla offers guests a luxurious stay with redesigned guest rooms and suites, stunning property grounds, a full-service spa, expansive pool deck and cabanas, and three outstanding on-site dining destinations. The hotel offers a refundable 20% off the best available room rate for stay dates between Nov. 24 and March 31, 2024, or a non-refundable 30% off for stays between Nov. 24 and May 31, 2024.
Coachman Hotel in Lake Tahoe
The Coachman Hotel located in South Lake Tahoe offers a cozy and approachable stylish retreat for travelers who relish a nature-driven getaway. For a limited time, the 103-room boutique property, which is currently undergoing a new enhancement project to introduce the addition of a relaxing wellness room, fitness center, and meeting space, is offering guests who book from Black Friday to Travel Tuesday a pack of additional perks. In addition to 10% off already competitive seasonal rates starting at $159, guests will enjoy a waived resort fee, complimentary snack basket, and bottle of Champagne for select two-night stays from Nov. 26 through June 30, 2024.
San Diego Mission Bay Resort
From Nov. 24-28, San Diego Mission Bay Resort is offering a refundable 20% off the best available room rate for stays between Nov. 24 through May 22, 2024. The resort is also offering a non-refundable 30% off the best available room rate for stays between Nov. 24-28, 2024. Located close to the heart of San Diego, the hotel offers waterfront dining, outdoor activities, luxurious spa treatments, and more.
Santa Maria Valley $200 Cyber Monday Offer
The holidays mean time for family, friends, and, unfortunately for many, dreaded year-end travel expenses. That’s why Santa Maria Valley is doubling its original $100-mid-week break offer this Cyber Monday, giving $200 to visitors who book a two-night stay, Sunday through Thursday, at a qualifying lodging property while supplies last. The reservation dates must fall before Jan. 31, 2024, and those who want to cash in must submit a form found on Santa Maria Valley’s website here to qualify.
Outbound Mammoth
Outbound Mammoth is a six-acre respite with convenient access to the Mammoth Mountain Ski Area, Mammoth Lakes Hiking Trails, and the Tioga Pass entrance to Yosemite National Park. Outbound Hotels has reimagined this Mammoth Lakes living legend with fully renovated rooms and chalets plus the addition of 10 new cabins and 20 villas perfect for travelers seeking more privacy. The property offers more amenities than any other resort in the region including a brand-new pool area, an on-site restaurant, a steam room, a dry sauna, fire pits, and offerings for pets. Get up to 30% off the best available retail rate at Outbound Mammoth when booking now through Dec. 1. Valid for travel now through September 2024.
Hilton Anaheim
Hilton Anaheim will be ringing in the holiday season with a Black Friday offer with a 50% flash sale, starting rates at $100. From Nov. 20-27, with the special code HPPAP2, guests can experience the magic at Hilton Anaheim and book a trip anytime from Nov. 20 to March 31, 2024. Amenities include the MIX Restaurant, MIX Lounge, Kids Splash Zone, and the ‘Pure Escape’ Beauty Bar.
Third Night Free at Santa Barbara Hotels
Home to a bounty of breathtaking beaches and epic, fresh-air activities in the great outdoors, it’s impossible to experience all Santa Barbara has to offer in just two days. If you’re looking for a serene coastal getaway and or a well-earned staycation, book a three-night stay by Dec. 31 and receive a third night free at participating hotels and resorts. As part of Visit Santa Barbara’s Third Night Free hotel promotion, lodging properties throughout the Santa Barbara South Coast are offering a third night free when two or more nights are booked. Participants include more than a dozen hotels and resorts, ranging from mid-tier motels and independent boutique hotels to larger luxury resorts.
Deal Worthy Retreats in Carmel-by-the-Sea
Carmel-by-the-Sea provides two exceptional retreats for those looking to seize Black Friday and Travel Deal Tuesday opportunities. The Carmel Country Inn, a charming pet-friendly bed and breakfast, encourages guests to “Linger Longer and Save.” Stay for three consecutive nights, from Sunday to Thursday, and enjoy an enticing 25% discount, available for stays through Feb. 29, 2024. Additionally, the award-winning Tradewinds Carmel offers a midweek escape deal. For those who book directly through their website, visits from Sunday through Wednesday nights come with a generous 20% discount, applicable to reservations through Dec. 22.
Cave Springs Resort BOGO Deal
The mid-century Cave Springs Resort in Dunsmuir is offering a 'buy one gift card, get a second gift card of equal value for free' deal. Give one to friends and family and keep one for yourself. Limits and terms apply.
Northern California’s Woodside Collection Hotel Deals
Black Friday is right around the corner which means the best travel deals of the year from the Woodside Collection, Northern California’s largest operator of upscale independent hotels. At the following properties, guests can take advantage of up to 30% off room rates valid on stays from Black Friday through March 31, 2024: Harvest Inn, The Lodge at Bodega Bay, Lafayette Park Hotel & Spa, The Stanford Park Hotel, Napa Valley Lodge, and Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa.
Mendocino’s MacCallum House
Mendocino’s MacCallum House boutique hotel is as beautiful and luxurious as its history is rich. Elegant rooms, which are divided among a historic 1880s mansion, cottages, suites, a converted barn, and a stand-alone home, retain their charm while boasting the most cutting-edge modern amenities. Starting Nov. 17, its Black Friday special is weeknights for $299 per night and weekends for $319. Included is a bottle of Anderson Valley wine and a gourmet breakfast for two each day. The rate is valid for two-night stays through March 14, 2024. Use promo code BLACK FRIDAY when booking. The online reservation system does not have the ability to automatically apply promotional rates. After booking, guests will receive a letter confirming travel dates and promotional rates.
Beachy-Chic Sonesta Redondo Beach & Marina
Nestled among vibrant coastal communities and steps from picture-perfect beaches, Sonesta Redondo Beach & Marina is the perfect jumping-off point for a Southern California adventure. Now through Nov. 30, the hotel is offering a special Black Friday deal for stays through April 15, 2024. Sonesta Travel Pass members save up to 30% and non-members get up to 20% off using promo code CYBER when booking.
Trendy West Hollywood Hotel Deals
Whether planning a romantic weekend escape, family adventure, or business trip, don’t miss the limited-time opportunity to book a dream hotel in trendy West Hollywood at unbeatable prices on Black Friday and Cyber Monday. Participating hotels include those such as 1 Hotel West Hollywood, Hotel Ziggy Los Angeles, The London West Hollywood, and Petit Ermitage.
Relax Under the Redwoods Package at Dawn Ranch
Escape to a private cabin or cottage at Dawn Ranch in Guerneville and receive 50% off a two-night stay or more or a $100 spa credit to be used on treatments at the spa. Unwind with a facial, massage, or a relaxing aromatherapy session all while reconnecting with nature. Explore the happenings this fall that include Writing Salons, Creative Workshops: Treasure Boxes, Dawn Ranch Scent Discovery Workshops, and Introduction to Forest Bathing.
Grass Valley's Holbrooke Hotel
Serving the community for over 150 years, the Holbrooke Hotel is where modern luxuries blend seamlessly with a historically unique, rustic-yet-refined, one-of-a-kind property. Set in the heart of the bustling town with easy access to restaurants, tasting rooms, shops, and historical sites, this meticulously renovated California Historical Landmark offers a true break from the ordinary and an unforgettable stay. Get 30% off midweek stays on bookings from Black Friday through Cyber Monday.
Cuyama Buckhorn Holiday Savings
Cuyama Buckhorn in the California High Desert offers three ways to save this Thanksgiving holiday weekend. Stay Nov. 22-26 for 30% off the best available room rates using promo code BUCKSGIVING. On Cyber Monday, stay for 35% off using promo code GETAWAY35.
Catalina Island BOGO Hotel Deals
Book one hotel room night and enjoy an additional night for free. Catalina Island hotels include Hotel Atwater, Pavilion Hotel, and Banning House Lodge for stays from Sunday to Thursday until March 31, 2024. The special promotion is valid for new reservations made between Nov. 24-28.