Holland America’s 2027 Grand Voyages are here, and circumnavigating the globe is back

Holland America announced Wednesday the itineraries for its 2027 Grand Voyage sailings. These sailings, which last 70 or 129 days, are some of the most ambitious and expansive in cruising. They include dozens of port stops and exclusive experiences that you can’t find on other Holland America itineraries. HOLLAND AMERICA What to expect on Holland…

JetBlue loyalists can now redeem TrueBlue points on Japan Airlines flights

There’s a new way to redeem JetBlue TrueBlue points on long-haul international flights — specifically, to Japan and beyond. JetBlue on Wednesday announced it’s stepping up its partnership with Japan Airlines. Going forward, JAL will become a “redeem” partner of JetBlue — meaning, you can redeem your TrueBlue points for flights on the Tokyo-based carrier….

Ponant cruise ship cabin and suite guide: Everything you need to know

What are the cabins and suites like on Ponant Cruises ships? In a word, elegant. Known for expedition-style voyages to off-the-beaten-path places such as Antarctica and Australia’s Kimberley region, the France-based line operates 13 small vessels with some of the most stylish and comfortable cabins of any ship sailing to such destinations. In general, Ponant…