Ponant opens about 70 voyages across Asia, Indian Ocean and Oceania
Ponant has opened sales for roughly 70 cruises for winter 2027–28 and summer 2028. They include 28 itineraries, 9 of them new, covering the Philippines, French Polynesia (Marquesas, Gambier, Pitcairn), Melanesia and Japan. Le Jacques Cartier sails the Polynesia and Melanesia routes.
The Japan voyages include one shore excursion per guest per day in the fare. That inclusion is worth raising when clients compare Ponant with other expedition lines. Advisors with remote-destination clients can start holding space now.
Separately, Ponant has started selling bundled UK cruise packages through Aviate, which looks like an air-inclusive route into the UK market. The source gives few details. Advisors with UK clients or partners should ask how the packages are priced and whether commission applies.
Crystal extends Sail & Save and launches 'That Crystal Feeling'
Crystal has extended its Sail & Save offer through November 9. That gives advisors a near-term promotion to use when closing bookings. The sources give no terms, so confirm the offer details with Crystal before quoting it to clients.
The extension arrives with a new global brand campaign, 'That Crystal Feeling'. It positions the line around emotional appeal rather than itineraries. The campaign comes from A&K Travel Group, which owns Crystal.
Silversea adds Miami-based Caribbean sailings for winter 2026–27
Silversea has added Miami-based Caribbean luxury sailings for winter 2026–27. That gives advisors more ultra-luxury departures from Florida this season. PortMiami's wider 2026/27 lineup also includes a range of new ships, among them luxury yachts and expedition vessels.
Check availability and pricing for the season. The itineraries may suit clients combining a cruise with a Florida stay. The sources give limited detail, so confirm the specific sailings with Silversea.
Lindblad shares hit a record high, with insider selling
Lindblad shares reached a 52-week and all-time high of $35.49. The company beat Q2 revenue estimates with $199M, which suggests strong expedition demand.
There are cautions. Insiders have sold $35M over the past 12 months, and analyst consensus is 'Hold' with a $31 target. For advisors, the move reads as a sign of demand and supplier stability for Lindblad and National Geographic expeditions. It has no direct commission impact.