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Some advice from our travel experts: The right gear—like a solid portable power bank for charging your devices and good noise-cancelling headphones to block out the crowd—can make hours spent traveling pass a little smoother. And that’s especially true if your trip is next week, one of the most hectic travel weeks of the year. Good luck.

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Black Friday deals start cropping up earlier every year. And while most of the early deals out there are just meh, our deals experts have spotted a few worthy ones. Today we’re eyeing discounts on the stand mixer we’ve loved for over a decade, our favorite cordless stick vacuum, and the best air fryer.

The very best early Black Friday deals→

The best gift baskets (that don’t suck) Including a set of spicy sauces that contribute heat and intricate flavor to just about anything you’re eating→

Cozy sheets with a splash of pattern and color Our favorite printed sheets feel crisp and airy, and they’re durable enough to endure years of washing→

The best online flower delivery service A great gift for your host or hostess, especially if you’re traveling→

I’m an outdoor expert at Wirecutter. Here are my favorite REI winter sale deals. Including base layers to keep you warm and headlamps to illuminate your way→

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Away’s The Carry-On is the best hard-sided carry-on suitcase we’ve tested: It’s durable, spacious, and feels great to use. And this (currently on-sale!) metallic version has all of the benefits of the original The Carry-On—with even smoother wheels, slow-release handles, and luxurious leather details. It’s so handsome, our gift experts call it “the George Clooney of suitcases.”

More fantastic fancy gifts we love→

By the way: Today is the last day Wirecutter readers can get early access to Brooklinen’s sitewide sale. Use promo code WCEARLYACCESS for 25% off (!) sitewide. (Personally, your newsletter editors have been eyeing this robe.)

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