How to transfer Chase points to Virgin Atlantic Flying Club

Chase Ultimate Rewards points can be transferred to Virgin Atlantic Flying Club at a 1:1 rate, opening up useful redemption options when booking Virgin Atlantic flights or its airline partners. Here’s a step-by-step guide to transferring your Chase points to Virgin Atlantic, and some great ways to redeem them. Related: Who are the Chase Ultimate…

Black Friday cruise deals 2025: The ultimate guide

If you love to cruise, getting a great deal just might be top of mind these days — and your timing couldn’t be better! Cruise lines are currently offering Black Friday savings that include discounted fares, cabin upgrades, third- and fourth-guest-free promos, and generous onboard credits. We’ve rounded up the best promos from major ocean…

The best Black Friday, Cyber Monday and Travel Tuesday hotel deals to expect in 2025

From Black Friday to Travel Tuesday, the days after Thanksgiving can bring some of the biggest savings of the year — and nights booked at major hotel brands are no exception. Travelers who take advantage can score huge deals on dream stays from some of their favorite properties around the world. You can save up…

Swiss introduces Airbus A350, swanky cabin on first US route

For Swiss International Air Lines, Flight LX52 from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) on Thursday was not just any other flight. LX52 was the long-haul debut of the carrier’s new Airbus A350-900 and Swiss Senses onboard product that, after years of work and delay, finally took place. None of that apparently…

My experience on Holland America’s new Great Bear Rainforest cruise

“Is this really necessary?” I asked the tour guide as he handed me an insulated full-body suit. We — that is, me and about a dozen of my fellow cruise ship passengers, most of them around retirement age — were about to embark on a 90-minute scenic boat ride around the coast of British Columbia’s…