Crystal, celebrating 35 years, unveils 2025 themed cruises

Luxury cruise line Crystal has unveiled its first selection of 2025-themed cruises aboard Crystal Symphony and Crystal Serenity with exclusive voyages commemorating the brand’s 35th anniversary.

Guests will sail alongside luminaries like Michelin-star Chef Nobuyuki (Nobu) Matsuhisa and Abercrombie & Kent Founder Geoffrey Kent, while mingling with esteemed Crystal veteran Captains (John Oekland and Egil Giske) and Cruise Directors (Paul McFarland  and Gary Hunter) on itineraries curated to capture the essence of Crystal's legacy.

In honour of the year-long celebration, Crystal Serenity and Crystal Symphony will host a series of sailings featuring some of the brand’s most popular partners, performers and comedians. Both ships will host a Crystal anniversary gala, special events and Crystal Society reunions, as well as the world-class dining experiences and showstopping performances.

READ MORE: Jordana Botting joins Crystal as regional sales director for Canada

"Our guests deeply appreciate our themed voyages, as they offer a truly immersive experience,” said VP of Entertainment and Enrichment Keith Cox. “Whether it's indulging in their passion for music, culinary delights or cultural enrichment, our carefully curated itineraries and exclusive events bring their interests to life in an extraordinary way.  We look forward to celebrating our 35th anniversary with our loyal guests and some of our most beloved partners and former officers throughout 2025.”

35th Anniversary Sailings

Crystal Symphony

Tarragona (Barcelona) to Civitavecchia (Rome): June 4-13, 2025

Guests will have the opportunity to sail with Geoffrey Kent, Founder and Chairman Emeritus of Abercrombie & Kent, former Captain John Oekland and Cruise Director Paul McFarland on a nine-night Mediterranean journey from Tarragona.  Stops include Palma de Mallorca, Mahón, Cinque Terre, Livorno for visits to Pisa and Florence, Porto Santo Stefano, and the cruise concludes with an overnight stay in Civitavecchia.

Thessaloniki to Civitavecchia (Rome): July 10-18, 2025

This eight-night Mediterranean voyage will feature former Cruise Director Paul McFarland, Broadway actress Christine Andreas, and singer and multi-instrumentalist Salvatore Hasard. The journey begins in Greece’s Halkidiki Peninsula, with stops in Mykonos, Santorini, and Heraklion on Crete, followed by a day at sea before visiting Italy’s Lipari and Naples and culminating in Rome.

Crystal Serenity

Roundtrip Copenhagen: July 15-22, 2025

This seven-night journey includes an overnight stay in Copenhagen and features long-time Crystal partner Chef Nobuyuki Matsuhisa, former Captain Egil Giske and Cruise Director Gary Hunter. While onboard, Chef Nobu will participate in cooking demonstrations and an exclusive Vintage Room dinner, which guests may purchase tickets in advance to attend. "It has been an incredible journey partnering with Crystal for so many years, and I am truly honored to be a part of the anniversary sailing,” said Chef Nobu.

Québec City to New York City: October 22-31, 2025

Guests will embark on a nine-night voyage showcasing the vibrant fall foliage of Canada and New England, featuring an overnight stay in Québec City, stops in Baie-Comeau and Gaspé, the historic charm of Halifax, and culminating with overnight stays in Boston and New York City. This special sailing will also feature beloved former Cruise Director Gary Hunter.

As part of the celebration, Crystal Society members will enjoy double Society Savings, five per cent rather than the standard 2.5 per cent on these commemorative sailings.

The update comes on the heels of Jordana Botting, formally of Viking Cruises and Norwegian Cruise Line, joining Crystal as a regional sales director for Canada.

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