Crystal has announced its first themed cruises of 2025. The themed cruises, aboard Crystal Symphony and Crystal Serenity, will be exclusive voyages commemorating the cruise line’s 35th anniversary. Each vessel will sail two itineraries that will feature some of the brand’s most popular partners, performers and comedians. Each ship will host an anniversary gala, special events, Crystal Society reunions, and more.
“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.”
Crystal Symphony will sail a 9-night itinerary from Tarragona, Spain on June 4, 2025. Guests will sail with Abercrombie & Kent founder Geoffrey Kent as well as former cruise captain John Oekland and cruise director Paul McFarland. The vessel will make ports of call in Palma de Mallorca and Mahón in Spain; and Cinque Terre, Pisa and Florence in Italy before concluding with an overnight stay in Civitavecchia-Rome.
On July 10, 2025, Crystal Symphony will sail an 8-night Mediterranean voyage from Thessaloniki, Greece. Guests will sail with former cruise director Paul McFarland, Broadway actress Christine Andreas, and singer and multi-instrumentalist Salvatore Hasard. Ports of call will be at Mykonos, Santorini and Heraklion in Greece; and Lipari and Naples in Italy before arriving in Civitavecchia-Rome.
Crystal Serenity’s first anniversary sailing will be a seven-night roundtrip voyage from Copenhagen on July 15, 2025, with ports of call in Denmark, Norway and Sweden. Guests will have the pleasure of sailing with Michelin-starred Chef Nobuyuki Matsuhisa, former captain Egil Giske and cruise director Gary Hunter. Chef Nobu will host cooking demonstrations and an exclusive Vintage Room dinner.
“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,” Chef Nobu said. “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.”
Cruise director Gary Hunter will also be aboard Crystal Serenity’s North America sailing which embarks on October 22, 2025 from Québec City, Canada. The one-way voyage to New York will showcase the vibrant colors of fall throughout Canada and New England and include an overnight stay in Québec City; ports of call at Baie-Comeau and Gaspé on the St. Lawrence River; Halifax, Nova Scotia; as well as overnight stays in Boston, Massachusetts and New York City.
Crystal Society members will enjoy a double savings of 5% on these commemorative voyages.