A&K founder and chairman Kent and A&K Travel Group executive chairman Lefebvre will host a dinner on the final night and guests onboard can take part in special lectures, interactive discussions and meet and greets with the chairmen.

A&K Travel Group acquired Crystal in 2022, relaunching the brand with two ships last summer.

Highlights will include Kent sharing stories from his 60-year tenure in the travel industry, with the chairmen also joined by artists, speakers and musicians in a programme of onboard activities featuring talks from author Peter Maeck and Justice Dennis Curran, and English musical theatre actress Sabrina Aloueche. 

“I’m excited to be aboard Crystal Symphony and share my passion for exploration and adventure with fellow travellers on this remarkable journey,” said Lefebvre. “Geoffrey Kent is a true pioneer in the travel industry and, since our partnership began with the purchase of Crystal, we are continuing to see tremendous growth for both brands.”

Onboard entertainment will include award-winning productions such as Crystal on Broadway and Elton John tribute show Rocket Man. Guests can also take part in a range of experiences and classes such as PGA professional-led golf instruction and ballroom dancing.

The cruise takes place from 2-8 April 2024 and will sail from Jeddah in Saudi Arabia and end on the Greek island of Rhodes.