Now that a pale glimmer of light in the form of a vaccine is visible in this pandemic tunnel, I've been indulging in an old habit that's felt pointless since last spring: checking airfares to far-flung places around the world. I used to do it on a whim, out of boredom and out of hope that maybe I'd click "search" at precisely the right moment to find a mistakenly priced seat to Ecuador or Alaska or Morocco. I stand behind something like 144 million people in the jab line and current estimates put me at the front by midsummer, which that means a late-August trip might be on the table.
Prices are good right now, too, and the free cancellation policies that many airlines still have in place make booking a ticket feel less risky than going out to eat. Travel gear is also more affordable than usual — Backcountry's Adventure 30L Pack, for example, is 40-45 percent off (depending on color).
It's the type of bag that packs like a rollaboard but carries like a backpack and functions in cities and on trails, which is just the right mix for nimble one-bag travel, and that's precisely the type of trip I'm planning for next fall (an inn-to-inn trek through the Scottish highlands, perhaps). Pick one up and maybe a similar adventure will be in the cards for you.
Although this is an earlier version than the Google Nest thermostat that tops our list, it still helps you save money and energy by automatically turning down your heat or AC when you leave the house.
Leave it to Oxo to make an aluminum dish rack that's sturdy, compact and adjustable. This is easily the most versatile dish drying rack you can buy, and it's pretty sleek to boot.
With Prime Day 2.0 right around the corner, there are lots of deals to be had on Amazon devices, like this Ring video doorbell. With motion detection and easy install, this smart doorbell will keep you and your packages safe.
If you don't have room for a full-size grill, then this grill pan from Le Creuset is the next best thing. It's a cast-iron pan that will give you the perfect drool-worthy grill marks every time.
Fall is here, and it's almost time to break out the winter clothes. Keep your coats and jackets organized on this elegant, minimalist tree coat rack from Yamazaki Home.
It's not often you can get a great set of clubs at a discount, but this complete set from Stix is a cool $200 off. Plus, you'll get free shipping and a 30-day trial period.
If you don't have a good power tool set, then this cordless one from Black+Decker will work nicely for drilling, driving, sanding and more — plus it's $69 off.
With great sound quality, water resistance and adjustable noise cancellation, the Jabra Elite 7 Pro are easily some of the best earbuds you can buy this year — especially with this discount.
Brooklinen's bedding is top-notch, so when the brand has a sale you know it's worth shopping. Right now, you can get 25% off linen, including a set of the best linen sheets you can sleep on, and 10% off everything else.
It's rare to score any deal on an Apple iPad (the industry standard for tablets), least of all the latest generation. But you can save $70 on this one right now... while supplies last.
Our pick for the best foam roller upgrade, this one vibrates (and has four different speeds) so you can really loosen up those sore muscles after a good workout.
Made to cruise at speeds of up to 20 mph and with a 15+ mile range, Super73's Z1 is the perfect e-bike for tooling around the neighborhood, doing quick errand runs and/or hitting the boardwalk. And it doesn't hurt that it looks great, too.
The Barista Express from Breville is one of the best espresso machines you can buy for your home. It features a built-in grinder and milk steamer, plus everything you need to pull a shot.
One of the most popular backpacks of today, this take on the Fjallraven Kanken has the added bonus of being made from an innovative bio-based material, giving it a sustainability spin not found elsewhere.
The V10 used to be Dyson's top-tier stick vacuum, but it was eventually replaced by the slightly more powerful (and much more expensive) V11. This makes the V10 a great value, as it's usually $150 less than the V11. Thanks to this sale, it's even a better value than the V11 right now.
