Get Great Travel Deals During Australia’s Biggest Sale Events

Australia’s major sale events aren’t just great for picking up a bargain on gadgets, clothes, or gifts - they’re also the perfect time to plan your next holiday! With events like Afterpay Day, Amazon Prime Day, Click Frenzy, Black Friday, Cyber Monday, Singles Day and Boxing Day sales, you can score unbeatable deals on flights, accommodation and travel needs.

Get Great Travel Deals During Australia’s Biggest Sale Events

Let’s explore how you can make the most of these sale events to secure your dream trip, and why having Fast Cover Travel Insurance in your back pocket can help protect your travels. 

End Of Financial Year (EOFY) Travel Insurance 

  • Dates: June 
  • Ideal for: Saving big on flights, accommodation, and tours 
  • Popular June Destinations: European Summer, Canadian Rockies, Northern Territory 

The End Of Financial Year (EOFY) sales are perfect for those looking to get a head start on their next big adventure. Whether you’re planning a European summer getaway or exploring Australia’s stunning outback, June is the time to grab fantastic deals. Make sure you consider adding Fast Cover Travel Insurance to your EOFY shopping list, so you can have some protection for your trip. With our different policy options, you can choose the one that suits you best to help enjoy your trip 

Amazon Prime Day  

  • Dates: Mid-July 
  • Ideal for: Bundling travel essentials like gadgets and accessories 
  • Popular Mid-July Destinations: Bali, USA Road Trips, Japan, European Summer 

Amazon Prime Day is great for stocking up on travel gadgets and accessories—think noise-cancelling headphones, travel pillows, and power banks.  

Afterpay Day  

  • Dates: Mid-August 
  • Ideal for: You can use Afterpay Day to Book Your Next Cruise  
  • Popular Mid-August Destinations: Bali, Southeast Asia Cruises, European Summer Escapes 

Afterpay Day is a fantastic opportunity to book a cruise, flight, or accommodation without the upfront cost. You could spread your payments over time and use the savings to grab travel essentials.  

Click Frenzy Travel Insurance 

  • Dates: Mid-November 
  • Ideal for: Snagging last-minute deals on flights and accommodation 
  • Popular Mid-November Destinations: New Zealand, Aussie Road Trips, Thailand Beach Holidays 

Click Frenzy is all about flash sales, and if you’re quick, you can snag incredible discounts on flights, hotels, and tours. Make sure you also grab a Fast Cover Travel Insurance quote, as you may be protected against unexpected situations, such as cancellations, lost travel documents and more.  

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Black Friday Travel Insurance 

  • Dates: Last Friday in November 
  • Ideal for: Booking international and domestic flights at a discount, early holiday gifting 
  • Popular Late-November Destinations: European Winter Trips, South American Adventures, Canadian Rockies 

Black Friday isn’t just for TVs and tech—it’s also a prime time to score deals on international and domestic flights. If you’ve got your eye on a dream destination, book it during the Black Friday sales and save big. Fast Cover Travel Insurance also offers discounts during this period, so you can add protection for your trip.  

Cyber Monday Travel Insurance 

  • Dates: First Monday after Black Friday 
  • Ideal for: Booking online deals on accommodation and tours 
  • Popular Early December Destinations: Hawaiian Vacations, New Zealand Ski Holidays, Vietnam Tours 

Cyber Monday continues the Black Friday madness, especially online. It’s a great time to book last-minute travel deals or secure discounted accommodation. As you finalise your plans, be sure to consider adding Fast Cover Travel Insurance to your checklist to help cover some of those hiccups along the way. 

Singles’ Day  

  • Dates: 11th November 
  • Ideal for: Solo travel adventures and treating yourself 
  • Popular November Destinations: Spain Cultural Tours, Italy Culinary Experiences, Solo Backpacking in Asia 

Singles’ Day, one of the world’s biggest shopping events, is gaining popularity in Australia. It’s the perfect excuse to book a solo trip and treat yourself. With so many destinations to choose from, Fast Cover Travel Insurance can help you travel with ease. 

Boxing Day Travel Insurance  

  • Dates: 26th December 
  • Ideal for: Planning ahead for next year’s holiday 
  • Popular Late-December Destinations: Australian Beach Holidays, Pacific Island Cruises, UK Family Visits 

Boxing Day is all about post-Christmas deals, and it’s a great time to plan your next year’s travels. From flights to cruises, you can find fantastic bargains. Just don’t forget to think about protecting your trip, so you can relax and enjoy the journey. Get a quote with Fast Cover Travel Insurance. 

FAQs

Why travel insurance is an important consideration in your travels?

Buying travel insurance during sale events can help you protect your adventures from unexpected events like trip cancellations or lost luggage. Make sure you check out the PDS for terms, conditions, exclusions and limits that will apply before your buy a policy, to make sure you have the cover in place to suit your needs. 

Can I use BNPL (Buy Now Pay Later) to pay for my travel insurance?

Fast Cover has options to spread the cost of your travel insurance with BNPL options* like Zip and PayPal Pay-In-4, making it easier to budget for your trip. Make sure to read the BNPL option's terms and conditions on the particular BNPL website for further information. 

How do I choose the right travel insurance policy?

There are many things to consider, when choosing travel insurance, and will depend on each traveller’s particular needs and circumstances.  Fast Cover offers a wide range of policy options for travellers to choose from, to suit many traveller’s needs.  

Don’t wait until it’s too late—get a quote from Fast Cover Travel Insurance today. 

Any advice is general only and does not take into account your personal objectives, financial situation or needs. Eligibility criteria, policy terms, conditions, exclusions and limits apply. Consider the Product Disclosure Statement (PDS) prior to deciding on which product is right for you.   

 

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Sally is a travel insurance specialist and content writer at Fast Cover who enjoys researching new destinations for the monthly newsletters and Spotlight posts. A dumpling connoisseur and food blogger at heart, she has outlasted everyone at the stand-up desk and is the only reason the office plants are still alive.

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