A&K Travel Group

On June 22, 2022, it was announced that A&K Travel Group, owned by Manfredi Lefebvre d'Ovidio (former Silversea Cruises owner) and Geoffrey Kent (owner of Abercrombie & Kent), had bought the bankrupt line's brand and two ocean vessels, Crystal Serenity and Crystal Symphony, intending to return the ships to service in …Crystal Cruises and a new name, Crystal, new website and a launch date. Crystal Cruises has announced its return with a new shorter name, 'Crystal,” a new website, and new itineraries. Its first sailing is on the Crystal Serenity for a 12-day voyage from Marseille, France to Lisbon, departing on July 31, 2023.Following insolvency in 2022, the Crystal Cruises brand and two cruise ships were bought by A&K Travel Group, to recommence operations in 2023, with headquarters in Hallandale Beach, Florida.

What is happening with Crystal Cruises now : In 2022 A&K Travel Group acquired the Crystal brand and its two vessels, Crystal Serenity and Crystal Symphony, ushering in a new era of Exceptional at Sea. The globally renowned cruise line offers discerning travelers industry-leading, authentic, and enriching experiences both onshore and at sea.

Will Crystal Cruises sail again

Crystal Cruises has officially relaunched under a reimagined name and vision: Crystal – Exceptional at Sea.

Is Crystal Cruise back in business : New owners Abercrombie & Kent Travel Group renamed the line simply Crystal, and one of its ships, Crystal Serenity. Crystal Cruises' future was up in the air when its ships were seized and it declared bankruptcy in 2022.

Today, Crystal officially relaunches under the new guardianship of A&K Travel Group, as Crystal Serenity sets sail following a multi-million-dollar refurbishment.

After declaring bankruptcy in 2022, what was once Crystal Cruises is back on the high seas with a new look, an abbreviated name, and plans for rapid growth. The cruise line was acquired by the luxury, small-group tour operator Abercrombie & Kent (A&K), which rechristened the brand as simply “Crystal.”

Is Crystal a high end cruise line

Best for Solo Travelers (Luxury Category)

“We are honored to have Crystal recognized in two categories by the editors of Cruise Critic, both in the US and UK awards,” said CEO of A&K Travel Group Cristina Levis.

1. #1. Viking Ocean Cruises. #1 in Best Luxury Cruise Lines.
2. #2. Seabourn Cruise Line. #2 in Best Luxury Cruise Lines.
3. #3. Regent Seven Seas Cruises. #3 in Best Luxury Cruise Lines.
4. #4. Oceania Cruises. #4 in Best Luxury Cruise Lines.
5. #5. Silversea Cruises. #5 in Best Luxury Cruise Lines.
6. #6. Azamara. #6 in Best Luxury Cruise Lines.

World's Most Luxurious Cruise Line. Regent Seven Seas Cruises – An Unrivaled Experience.

The best cruise lines in 2023. Norwegian Cruise Line ranked as the best cruise line in the world, according to Condé Nast Traveler.

What are the top 5 cruise companies in the world : Carnival Corporation & plc, Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd, MSC Cruises SA, Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd, and TUI AG, Genting Bhd are the top 5 cruise companies in the world in 2021 by the number of passengers carried.

What is the #1 rated cruise line : The best cruise lines in 2023. Norwegian Cruise Line ranked as the best cruise line in the world, according to Condé Nast Traveler.

What is the most luxurious Cruise Line

1. #1. Viking Ocean Cruises. #1 in Best Luxury Cruise Lines.
2. #2. Seabourn Cruise Line. #2 in Best Luxury Cruise Lines.
3. #3. Regent Seven Seas Cruises. #3 in Best Luxury Cruise Lines.
4. #4. Oceania Cruises. #4 in Best Luxury Cruise Lines.
5. #5. Silversea Cruises. #5 in Best Luxury Cruise Lines.
6. #6. Azamara. #6 in Best Luxury Cruise Lines.

The 10 Best Cruise Lines for Adults [2024]

• Viking Ocean + Expedition Cruises.
• Regent Seven Seas Cruises.
• Seabourn Cruise Line.
• Celebrity Cruises.
• Holland America Cruise Line.
• Royal Caribbean International.
• Princess Cruises.
• Silversea Cruises.

Icon of the Seas

1. Royal Caribbean International – Icon of the Seas: 248,663 gross tonnes. Weighing 248,663 gross tonnes and measuring 365 metres (1,1967 feet), the Icon of the Seas is the largest cruise ship in the world. Christened on 23 January 2024, the Icon has a maximum capacity of 7,600 passengers and 2,350 crew across 20 decks …

What is the 3 biggest cruise ship in the world : 3. Royal Caribbean International – Symphony of the Seas: 228,081 gross tonnes. At launch in 2018, the Symphony of the Seas surpassed the Harmony as the biggest cruise ship, weighing in at 228,081 gross tonnes.