Crystal has unveiled an extraordinary new experience, the Crystal Chairmen’s Cruise, sailing 2-8 April 2024 aboard Crystal Symphony from Jeddah to Rhodes. Guests will have the rare opportunity to sail alongside travel industry titans, A&K Travel Group Executive Chairman, Manfredi Lefebvre, and Geoffrey Kent, Founder & Chairman Emeritus of Abercrombie & Kent.

Crystal has released an exclusive offer for the Wave Season for guests looking to embark on a voyages in 2024. Guests who make a new booking before 31 Jan will receive a complimentary suite upgrade, as well as an upgraded wardrobe valet service with dry-cleaning and garment care also included free of charge.

Crystal Symphony will re-enter Australian waters tomorrow, with the reborn luxury ship scheduled to dock in Fremantle (Perth).  The ship returned to service in mid-2023 following a multi-million dollar make-over, under the leadership of A&K Travel Group.

Crystal has unlocked its 2025 Grand Journeys collection that will unlock northern Europe’s famous white summer nights to exploring Africa and Asia’s diverse cultures and countries. With reduced passenger capacity and nearly one staff member per guest, the downsized and revitalised Crystal Serenity and Crystal Symphony offer larger, redesigned suites, award-winning specialty dining restaurants and restorative public spaces that enhance passengers’ experiences.

Crystal has released details of its 2025 itineraries onboard Crystal Serenity and Crystal Symphony, with the new program to encompass 112 countries and 281 ports. Following the brand’s acquisition by the A&K Travel Group, Crystal is poised to offer travellers new opportunities for exploration and cultural immersion – both on and off the ship.

Crystal Symphony officially re-entered service last Friday night following an extensive multi-million dollar refurbishment after being purchased by A&K Travel Group. Departing on its inaugural voyage from Athens, the vessel which now accommodates 606 guests, joins sister ship Crystal Serenity in an exciting new chapter for the renowned brand.

Crystal’s 2025 World Cruise aboard Crystal Serenity has opened for reservations. Departing on 7 January, the 123-night voyage will sail from Fort Lauderdale to Barcelona, visiting 64 destinations in 31 countries and including 17 overnights.

The makeover of Crystal by A&K Travel Group has placed increased focus on the luxury of space at sea, with the reborn cruise line proud to boast it now offers an industry-leading space-to-guest ratio in social areas on its two ships.

A&K Travel Group has revealed details of a triple-pronged approach to reaching new market audiences for its luxury cruise line, Crystal. Details were discussed aboard Crystal Serenity this weekend, as the company offered a sneak-peak as to how it intends to integrate the up-market cruise program of Crystal with the luxury land offering of Abercrombie & Kent.

A&K Travel Group (AKTG) has confirmed its intention to grow the fleet of Crystal Cruises with four new build ships earmarked to be operational over the next six years. The composition of the new fleet will be two classic ships and two expedition vessels.

Crystal has confirmed the recreation of around half-a-dozen new roles in the Asia Pacific region, mostly in Australia, to support the ultra-luxury cruise line’s ambitious growth strategy, and to support the travel trade.

Crystal has appointed Dalila Roglieri to the newly created role of Head Nutritionist, strengthening the brand’s culinary prowess and ability to provide an individualised approach to wellbeing. Roglieri has an extensive professional background in nutrition and a passion for fitness. Her recruitment underscores Crystal’s dedication to providing guests with a holistic and exceptional wellness experience.