Join us in the Mediterranean on the TTG Luxury Journey with Crystal
Enjoy an unparalleled experience at sea and discover the Crystal difference
This October you could be among six luxury advisors setting sail on a five-night Barcelona–Monte Carlo voyage, on the TTG Luxury Journey with Crystal.
Now is the perfect time to see how Crystal is setting a new standard at sea. Having already built up an outstanding reputation over many years, it is currently celebrating its 35th anniversary. This luxury cruise brand started a new chapter when it was acquired by leading tour operator A&K Travel Group in 2022, and has three more brand new ships on order. Join us, and discover what makes Crystal exceptional.
About the trip
The six advisors will set sail from Barcelona on 12 October onboard Crystal Symphony, which has been refurbished and relaunched alongside Crystal Serenity. They will call at Toulon and Cannes, before disembarking in Monte Carlo on 16 October. Highlights of this TTG Luxury Journey will include:
The advisors will relax with attentive butler service, seeing why the line’s staff and crew are famous for their naturally intuitive service. Crystal boasts one of the highest crew-to-guest ratios in the industry, so this sanctuary on the sea will become the advisors’ second home.
Crystal is famed for its elegant dining offerings, with a choice of nine onboard venues. The advisors will dine at Umi Uma – the only restaurant at sea by the award-winning chef Nobu Matsuhisa – savouring dishes inspired by the traditions of the Orient.
They will be among the first to experience the show-stopping Italian cuisine at Osteria d’Ovidio, which launched in July and offers a fine-dining experience courtesy of the Michelin-rated Alajmo brothers.
The advisors will visit Beefbar, which showcases a selection of prime cuts and innovative culinary creations, and fine-dining eatery Waterside, where classic dishes are updated with a contemporary twist. They will also sample gelato from artisan maker Badiani at the Scoops Gelato Bar, thanks to a new partnership that launched this spring.
Every beautifully appointed suite and guest room comes with a sea view and features beds dressed in sumptuous bedlinen by Jesurum 1870, robes by Etro and bathroom products by Ortigia Sicilia.
Those on the trip will never tire of things to do onboard, thanks to dazzling entertainment by Broadway producers, concerts by disco legends, recitals by classical music stars, fascinating TED-style talks, a host of classes and sports, the soothing Aurora spa and glamorous Seahorse Pool and terrace. The advisors will also have chance to explore the first-ever Le Casino de Monte-Carlo at sea, following its launch onboard both ships in 2024.
In every port, Crystal’s network of local experts reveal the heart of a destination, as insightful guides lead guests beyond the classic sights to lesser-known places seldom seen by most visitors. Crystal has also teamed up with sister brand Abercrombie & Kent to further elevate its shore excursions with an innovative new series of super-exclusive unique experiences.
About our partner - Crystal
Agent tools
Agents can unlock a world of resources on the Crystal Travel Advisor Portal at crystalcruises.com/travel-partner-center. It’s the quick and easy way to generate more Crystal business. Features include:
• Booking engine: learn how to easily make and manage bookings – including combination sailings, send quote summaries, view your commissions and enter your clients’ payment details.
• Marketing suite: easily customise and download marketing materials from the vast image library, access eye-catching collateral and more.
• Personalised PDFs: create branded and customised documents to showcase Crystal's itineraries and offers, using the portal’s user-friendly interface.
• Image tiles: select impactful visual tiles designed for use on social media and SMS/WhatsApp.
• Experience finder: browse hundreds of half- and full-day shore excursions.
• Mobile updates: get instant access to the latest Crystal news, so you’re always in the know.
• Exclusive offers and trade incentives: stay up-to-date with the most recent offers and trade incentives.
• Virtual tours: access white labelled virtual 360 content of both Crystal Symphony and Crystal Serenity and share links or embed the content into your website.
New ships
Alongside the two existing ships, the Crystal fleet is set to expand further, as the line has signed an agreement with renowned Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri to build three 690-passenger vessels. With the first expected to be delivered in spring 2028, they will feature all-suite accommodations with private verandas, including a popular single occupancy category with veranda.
How to enter
For the chance to be one of the six agents on this exciting TTG Luxury Journey, you just need to answer a few questions about Crystal, as well as telling us a little bit about yourself! Entries close at midnight on 12 September.
Please note, this TTG Luxury Journey is cruise-only, and the advisors will be responsible for arranging their own travel to Barcelona, and their return journey from Nice, allowing them to choose the most convenient option.
About TTG Luxury Journeys
We know how valuable it is for luxury travel advisors to understand first-hand the experiences, places and brands they are recommending to clients.
The TTG Luxury Journeys are a series of exclusive educational trips designed in partnership with key luxury brands and destinations to make sure advisors get to travel for the best possible immersive experiences, living the product how their clients would. Past journeys have seen us visit the Maldives, Seychelles, Greece, South Africa, Sri Lanka, Barbados and many other key destinations.
The trips are followed up by in-depth feedback and expert features in TTG Luxury, which ensures agents get to share their knowledge with our wider advisor community.
We can’t wait to welcome you on this incredible TTG Luxury Journey with Crystal.
By entering you agree to the TTG Luxury Journey terms and conditions.
Please note:
- Agents on the trip must agree to follow all itinerary inclusions to the best of their ability and behave in a professional manner which represents themselves and their business, as well as the partners on this trip.
- Agents must agree to be filmed by TTG Media when on the trip and used in any subsequent publicity about the trip.
- Agents must also agree to complete follow-up questionnaires about the experience for TTG Media editorial purposes, with feedback forms also provided to the partners.
- Agents attending must also agree to take part in a post-trip video call to help promote and make bookings with Crystal