Happy 14th birthday, Cyber Monday! With the ever-growing increase of use + reliance on technology, it is incredible to think that the phase ‘Cyber Monday’ has only been in use since 2005, being first coined by The National Retail Federation’s Elle Davis regarding the ‘recurring spike in online revenue and traffic on the Monday following Thanksgiving.’ (Believed to be caused by individuals shopping at work due to the faster web access and ability to keep their purchases a surprise from those at home.)

Having almost been called ‘Blue Monday’ – representing clicking those blue hyperlinks – the online shopping day directly competes with its Black Friday predecessor – and allows the 50% of us who prefer to avoid mass crowds, not miss out on all the steals and deals ($7.9 billion being spent digitally in 2018).

To narrow your search across the world wide web, we’ve compiled a list of local businesses offering online deals worthy of a double click. Get ready to add to cart.

Deal: Get 20% off all online merchandise sales with promo code CYBER20.

https://www.instagram.com/p/B5LXMpfgCSa/

Escape Experience

Deal: Get 30% off gift cards online only. Escape Experience has five different immersive escape rooms, and each are designed to stimulate all the senses.

Tivoli + Walker Theatres

Deal: Get 25% off ticket prices for select shows at the Tivoli and Walker Theatres via AC Entertainment.

https://www.instagram.com/p/B43Xwuvqx4P/

Chattanooga Skydiving Co.

Deal: Save up to $100 on skydiving gift certificates from Black Friday through Cyber Monday.

The Chattanoogan

Deal: Local hotel The Chattanoogan is offering deals during what they’ve dubbed Cyber Week. Through Dec. 3, you can make a reservation and get 30% off the overnight room rate.

Chattanooga Lookouts

Take 20% off everything online beginning Saturday through Cyber Monday. You can also get free shipping if you select CYBER Shipping at the checkout.

https://www.instagram.com/p/B4DP7GAnVH1/

Starbucks

Deal: Purchase a $20 or more eGift card and get a free $5 eGift card while supplies last. Check out these deals at the local Chattanooga Starbucks locations, like the one attached to the Read House or at Broad + Aquarium Way.

Be sure to keep an eye on your favorite local business’s social media platforms – that’s where they’ll likely share deals + specials they may be having for Cyber Monday. There are lots of great deals from larger chains this year too:

Cyber Monday is on December 2, 2019 and we're rounding up all the best deals in one place — here's what you need to know (Business Insider)
Cyber Monday Deals Are Coming! Here's What to Expect From Amazon, Walmart, and More (Money.com)
Cyber Monday deals 2019: when they begin, and what to expect (TechRadar)

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