Manfredi, Geoffrey and I look forward to welcoming past Crystal and Abercrombie & Kent guests onboard, as well as those seeking rewarding luxury experiences." It is an immense privilege to serve these two incredible brands that in the past decades have disrupted the travel industry numerous times. and Crystal Cruises, and Founder, Co-Chairman and CEO of Abercrombie & Kent.Ĭrystal Cruises and Abercrombie & Kent will report to Cristina Levis, CEO of A&K Travel Group Ltd., who commented: "My return to luxury cruising after five years brings back so many emotions. The Crystal Symphony and Crystal Serenity cruise ships were commandeered by officials at the weekend, leaving passengers, some elderly, in the 'freezing' cold for hours. The idea of combining the unparalleled onboard service that Crystal Cruises is known for, with the extraordinary tailor-made experiences Abercrombie & Kent has been successfully providing for our guests for the past 60 years, fills me with excitement, enthusiasm and pride," added Geoffrey Kent, Co-Chairman of A&K Travel Group Ltd.
"Even though it seems like yesterday, 30 years have passed since the Lefebvre family and I had our first ship together.Manfredi and I have been best friends and business associates ever since. Having next to me my incredible friend and inspiring leader Geoffrey Kent makes this venture even more enjoyable," said Manfredi Lefebvre d'Ovidio, Co-Chairman of A&K Travel Group Ltd., Crystal Cruises and Abercrombie & Kent. Therefore, when the opportunity arose to acquire Crystal Cruises, I did not think about it twice. Selling the cruise business that belonged to my family for a quarter of a century was a difficult decision, as I knew I would miss this industry immensely. The ship will arrive on Monday, January 31, for guests to debark that evening. Our goal was to deliver the best experience, pampering guests from all over the world with around-the-clock butler service and extraordinary culinary experiences. Now, because the ship has been denied in Aruba, Crystal Serenity is diverting to Bimini. Thirty-five years ago, my family acquired control of Sitmar Cruises, building three of the first purpose-built cruise ships, and 30 years ago my family pioneered a new way of cruising. "I am thrilled to start this new chapter and to be back in an industry that has always had, and always will have a special place in my heart. With its unique experience, global scale and passionate team, V.Ships Leisure was a natural choice. is working in partnership with V.Ships Leisure, the world's leading cruise ship manager, based in Monaco. The new owner announced that the two ships will continue to operate in 2023, after extensive renovations, and will sail under the award-winning Cristal Cruises brand, which was also been acquired by A&K Travel Group Ltd.Ī & K Travel Group Ltd. A&K Travel Group owned by Jeffrey Kent and Heritage has announced the purchase of the Crystal Serenity and Crystal Symphony.
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