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Crystal Celebrates 35 Years of Luxury Cruising With 2025 Themed Cruises

Image: Crystal Symphony sailing out of New York City. (photo via of Crystal Cruises)
Image: Crystal Symphony sailing out of New York City. (photo via of Crystal Cruises)
Noreen Kompanik
by Noreen Kompanik
Last updated: 12:45 PM ET, Fri January 10, 2025

In honor of its 35th anniversary, leader in exceptional cruise experiences, Crystal, has announced its first selection of 2025-themed cruises aboard Crystal Symphony and Crystal Serenity.

These exclusive voyages are unique sailings designed to delight and inspire while enjoying Crystal's signature entertainment, award-winning service and celebrated dining experiences.

In honor 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, world-class dining experiences and showstopping performances.

"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 on Crystal Symphony include:

Tarragona (Barcelona) to Civitavecchia (Rome): June 4-13, 2025- where guests will 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, concluding with an overnight stay in Civitavecchia.

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

35th Anniversary Sailings on Crystal Serenity include:

Roundtrip Copenhagen: July 15-22, 2025, a seven-night journey that includes an overnight stay in Copenhagen and features long-time Crystal partner Chef Nobuyuki Matsuhisa, former Captain Egil Giske and Cruise Director Gary Hunter.

Chef Nobu will participate in cooking demonstrations and an exclusive Vintage Room dinner, which guests may purchase tickets in advance. "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.

He added, “Sailing with Crystal feels like coming home—our shared commitment to excellence and providing unforgettable experiences for guests is what makes this partnership so special. I look forward to celebrating this milestone together, surrounded by the warmth and hospitality that Crystal is known for."

Québec City to New York City: October 22-31, 2025- where 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. The sailing will also feature beloved former Cruise Director Gary Hunter.

As part of the celebration, Crystal Society members will enjoy double Society Savings, 5 percent rather than the standard 2.5 percent on these commemorative sailings.  


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