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Crystal's 2027 world cruise focuses on the South SeasCrystal's 2027 world cruise focuses on the South Seas

Fares for the 140-night in-depth exploration of the Pacific Rim start at $69,000.

Anne Kalosh, Editor, Seatrade Cruise News & Senior Associate Editor, Seatrade Cruise Review

January 14, 2025

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Crystal Serenity will operate the 2027 world cruise, to be hosted by brand ambassador Fernando Barosso de OliveiraPHOTO: CRYSTAL

Crystal's 2027 world cruise delves into the Pacific Rim on a 140-night journey to 83 destinations across Central and South America, French Polynesia, New Zealand and Australia, Asia and Alaska.

San Diego to Vancouver, BC

Crystal Serenity will embark on Jan. 8 from the Port of San Diego, visiting 29 countries on fourth continents, before arriving at Vancouver, BC on May 28. Bookings open Jan. 27, 2025, with a wait list now available.

A&K-curated experiences

The 2027 voyage will feature several immersive experiences curated by sister brand Abercrombie & Kent such as guided culinary tours in Thailand, private access to Indonesia’s historic temples and intimate cultural moments such as Fijian firewalking ceremonies.

'This thoughtfully designed world cruise itinerary, developed in collaboration with Abercrombie & Kent, exemplifies our commitment to create exceptional experiences that inspire at every turn,' A&K Travel Group CEO Cristina Levis said.

The trip revisits standout destinations, such as Tasmania, American Samoa and Indonesia, from Crystal’s 2019 itinerary. It also explores Mexico, Central America’s hidden gems such as El Salvador’s Acajutla, Rapa Nui (Easter Island) and Bora Bora, Tahiti and Moorea in French Polynesia.

The voyage continues to New Zealand's fjords; Sydney, Tasmania and the Great Barrier Reef in Australia, Southeast Asia (Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam, Indonesia), China, South Korea and Japan, before winding down in Alaska with visits to Sitka, Ketchikan and Hubbard Glacier.

Related:How Crystal's delivering under A&K Travel Group and what's ahead

Crystal brand ambassador will be along

Fernando Barroso de Oliveira, Crystal’s chairman and brand ambassador, will accompany the world cruise.

'Sailing on more than 30 world cruises has been the journey of a lifetime,' he said from aboard the current Crystal Serenity world cruise, adding that 'Each voyage is unique ... The sense of wonder and discovery remains just as vivid as the first.'

Fares start at $69,000 per person, double occupancy.

Full cruise benefits include business class air or an air credit, $1,500 onboard credit, unlimited dining at Osteria d’Ovidio, Beefbar and Umi Uma (reservations required), private transfers and Luggage Valet service, free laundry and pressing, exclusive shoreside events and a free initial onboard medical visit.

About the Author

Anne Kalosh

Editor, Seatrade Cruise News & Senior Associate Editor, Seatrade Cruise Review

Anne Kalosh covers global stories, reporting both breaking and in-depth news on cruising's significant people, places, ships and trends. A sought-after expert on cruising, she has moderated conferences around the world, including the high-profile State of the Industry panel at Seatrade Cruise Global. She created and led the acclaimed itinerary-planning case study for Seatrade's cruise master classes held at Cambridge and Oxford universities. She has been the cruise columnist for AFAR.com, and her freelance stories have appeared in a wide range of publications, from The New York Times to The Miami Herald.

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