Crystal Cruises’ first new ship in a quarter of a century, Crystal Grace, promises to live up to her name said Cristina Levis, CEO of A&K Travel Group who announced the name choice.
“It reflects the effortless elegance, generous spirit, and sense of tranquility that define the Crystal experience. Crystal Grace is the embodiment of why we were awarded the World’s Best Cruise Line by Travel + Leisure. With this ship, we are honoring our heritage while continuing to evolve for a new generation of guests.”
Crystal Grace is the first new ocean ship for the brand since Crystal Serenity was christened in 2003 and is scheduled to embark on her inaugural voyage on June 11, 2028, following a series of preview sailings. As part of the launch campaign, the brand has created a digital word game shared across all social channels inviting fans to guess the name of the ship themselves before the big reveal.
The name Grace was chosen to reflect the ship’s refined aesthetic, seamless onboard experience and the graceful way in which Crystal ships navigate the world’s most breathtaking destinations. Levis said. The 650-guest (double occupancy) ship will offer spacious all-suite accommodations, entertainment and world-class dining including Umi Uma, the only Nobu restaurant at sea; the only Beefbar at sea; and menus designed by the Michelin-starred Italian Alajmo brothers at Osteria d’Ovidio, all included in the voyage price. The restaurant is named for travel impresario Manfredi Lefebvre D’Ovidio, who is executive chairman of AKTG.
Guests will find a promenade extending the whole ship’s perimeter. The ship also will offer one of the highest crew-to-passenger ratios in this segment, ensuring the personalized service and attention to detail that has made Crystal an award-winning brand for more than three decades.
Details around Crystal Grace’s suite categories will be announced soon, along with news on the inaugural voyages set to go on sale in April 2026, with a waitlist opening soon. For more details and to sign up for updates, click here. www.crystalcruises.com/grace.
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