Travel agency network Virtuoso said the new Crystal luxury cruise line has been named a preferred partner.
A&K
Travel Group is reviving Crystal, having acquired the brand, its guest
list and its two oceangoing ships (Crystal Serenity and Crystal
Symphony) last year following the demise of the old Crystal Cruises in
February 2022.
The
ships are undergoing renovations, and the Serenity's inaugural sailing
for the new Crystal is scheduled to depart 31 July from Marseille,
France. The Symphony is due to re-enter service on 1 September from
Athens.
Virtuoso specialises in luxury travel, making the agency group an "ideal partner," said A&K Travel Group CEO Cristina Levis.
"The reputation Virtuoso member agencies have for outstanding
dedication to their clients is a perfect fit with our own bespoke
approach to service, and we are honoured to have the opportunity to
collaborate with their advisors and look forward to a long-term
relationship."
Virtuoso senior vice president of sales and partnerships Cory
Hagopian said Virtuoso "looks forward to being an integral part of
Crystal's relaunch strategy as they bring back the world-class
experiences and offerings that loyal Crystal enthusiasts – from our
advisors to their clients – know and love about the brand."
Virtuoso is the second travel agency group to name the new Crystal as
a preferred partner. Signature Travel Network announced a partnership
with Crystal on 24 March.
Source: Travel Weekly