https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/tags/tag/abercrombie and kent/ Abercrombie And Kent News en Breaking Travel News Copyright 2026 2026-07-02T11:09:42+00:00 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abercrombie-kent-and-leica-partner-to-enhance-wildlife-viewing-experiences/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abercrombie-kent-and-leica-partner-to-enhance-wildlife-viewing-experiences/ Abercrombie & Kent, the world leader in luxury travel, today announced a partnership with Leica Camera AG, the celebrated optics manufacturer.  This collaboration aims to elevate the wildlife viewing experience for guests staying at A&K’s Sanctuary portfolio of camps, lodges and riverboats. Fri, 15 Aug 2025 16:15:04 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/traveltomorrow.com/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/traveltomorrow.com/ Abercrombie & Kent is relaunching its Sanctuary Retreats portfolio of safari camps and lodges under a new banner: A&K Sanctuary. The rebranding focuses on enhancing the guest experience across its collection of camps, lodges and riverboats. Wed, 08 Jan 2025 06:10:46 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ak-travel-acquires-crystal-serenity-and-crystal-symphony/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ak-travel-acquires-crystal-serenity-and-crystal-symphony/ A&K Travel has acquired the luxury cruise vessels Crystal Serenity and Crystal Symphony. The two ships will resume service in 2023 after undergoing extensive refurbishment and operate under the “Crystal Cruises” brand that has also been acquired by A&K Travel. Mon, 27 Jun 2022 12:51:08 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ak-travel-group-acquires-crystal-serenity-and-crystal-symphony/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ak-travel-group-acquires-crystal-serenity-and-crystal-symphony/ A&K Travel Group Ltd., the pioneering travel company owned by Geoffrey Kent and Heritage (the industrial holding company chaired by Manfredi Lefebvre d’Ovidio), has acquired the luxury cruise vessels Crystal Serenity and Crystal Symphony. Thu, 23 Jun 2022 19:00:57 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tourism-australia-connects-with-top-north-american-advisors-at-ak-100-club/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tourism-australia-connects-with-top-north-american-advisors-at-ak-100-club/ Tourism Australia met with prestigious travel advisors from the United States and Canada at luxury travel company Abercrombie & Kent’s A&K 100 Club held in Chicago. Sat, 14 May 2022 22:21:29 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ak-expands-expedition-cruises-for-2023-24/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ak-expands-expedition-cruises-for-2023-24/ Abercrombie & Kent is expanding its portfolio of Luxury Expedition Cruises to all seven continents, including four new itineraries in Europe, Africa and across the South Pacific. Wed, 13 Apr 2022 11:15:34 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abercrombie-kent-launches-new-confidence-boosting-measure/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abercrombie-kent-launches-new-confidence-boosting-measure/ A new website includes travel corridor details, frequently asked questions, links to the current Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office advice, and a host of other resources. Wed, 03 Mar 2021 06:15:45 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-interview-kerry-golds-managing-director-abercrombie-ke/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-interview-kerry-golds-managing-director-abercrombie-ke/ With the first green shoots appearing in the hospitality market, Kerry Golds, managing director of Abercrombie & Kent in the UK, tells Breaking Travel News she is cautiously optimistic about the year ahead Thu, 25 Feb 2021 15:53:03 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/froggatt-takes-up-abercrombie-kent-leadership-role/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/froggatt-takes-up-abercrombie-kent-leadership-role/ Abercrombie & Kent has appointed Martin Froggatt to the role of executive vice president, destination management and as a member of the global management board. Fri, 06 Nov 2020 10:17:58 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wale-appointed-chief-executive-of-abercrombie-kent/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wale-appointed-chief-executive-of-abercrombie-kent/ Michael Wale joins the luxury travel company from Kerzner International, the owner of Atlantis and One & Only Resorts, where he was chief executive until earlier this month. Wed, 29 Jul 2020 13:51:22 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/jobs-to-go-in-abercrombie-kent-restructuring/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/jobs-to-go-in-abercrombie-kent-restructuring/ The move, which will also involve Cox & Kings, was launched in an attempt to ensure both businesses maintain their positions as leaders in the UK luxury market. Tue, 21 Jul 2020 08:43:51 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hospitality-tomorrow-luxury-travel-to-lead-recovery-in-india/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hospitality-tomorrow-luxury-travel-to-lead-recovery-in-india/ While many commentators are predicting the economy and mid-scale sectors will be the first to recover in the post Covid-19 world, industry insiders in India are betting exclusive trips will woo travellers. Tue, 12 May 2020 08:06:37 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abercrombie-kent-completes-cox-kings-uk-acquisition/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abercrombie-kent-completes-cox-kings-uk-acquisition/ The deal brings the tour operator out of administration and means the safeguarding of all current and future client bookings. Through the acquisition of Cox & Kings, Abercrombie & Kent will continue to increase its presence in the luxury travel world. Thu, 05 Dec 2019 09:17:28 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abercrombie-kent-moots-cox-kings-uk-acquisition/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abercrombie-kent-moots-cox-kings-uk-acquisition/ As a heritage brand, with a loyal client database and excellent product portfolio, A&K believes the two companies complement each other to create a combined proposition that will grow the UK luxury travel market. Tue, 26 Nov 2019 06:31:09 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-leadership-for-abercrombie-kent-following-heritage-investment/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-leadership-for-abercrombie-kent-following-heritage-investment/ Founded by Geoffrey Kent and his parents in 1962 as a safari outfitter, A&K’s award-winning travel services now extend around the globe to more than 100 countries on all seven continents. Fri, 30 Aug 2019 07:06:30 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abercrombie-kent-to-launch-us-destination-management-company/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abercrombie-kent-to-launch-us-destination-management-company/ Abercrombie & Kent has unveiled plans to open a destination management company in the United States to provide ground operating services to travel advisors, tour operators, and cruise lines, as well as meeting and incentive groups. Wed, 28 Aug 2019 14:45:45 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abercrombie-kent-adds-new-baltic-route-to-cruise-offering/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abercrombie-kent-adds-new-baltic-route-to-cruise-offering/ Abercrombie & Kent is expanding its 2020 portfolio of expedition cruises with Cruising the Baltic Sea: Copenhagen to St. Petersburg. The new package offers a comprehensive voyage that explores the cultures and complex relationships between Denmark, Poland, Lithuania, Sweden, Estonia, Finland and Russia. Mon, 08 Jul 2019 07:35:52 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/silversea-cruises-chairman-takes-controlling-stake-in-abercrombie-kent/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/silversea-cruises-chairman-takes-controlling-stake-in-abercrombie-kent/ Under the terms of the deal Manfredi Lefebvre d’Ovidio, who is also chairman of Heritage Group, will become chairman of Abercrombie & Kent Holding, while Geoffrey Kent will continue as chief executive. Tue, 12 Feb 2019 14:20:13 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/jonathan-cheung-chief-executive-abercrombie-kent-china/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/jonathan-cheung-chief-executive-abercrombie-kent-china/ Jonathan Cheung, chief executive with Abercrombie & Kent China, celebrates with Breaking Travel News as the company is recognised as Asia’s Leading Travel Agency by the World Travel Awards. Fri, 14 Sep 2018 14:25:38 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abercrombie-kent-expands-uk-team-with-new-appointments/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abercrombie-kent-expands-uk-team-with-new-appointments/ The company has realigned various aspects of the business in 2018 to work more strategically, with the creation of specialist Programmes for each of its key divisions - tailor-made, escorted tours, villas, ski, beach and private clients. Mon, 23 Jul 2018 05:25:56 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/treacy-handed-pr-portfolio-at-abercrombie-kent/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/treacy-handed-pr-portfolio-at-abercrombie-kent/ Abercrombie & Kent has announced James Treacy has joined the luxury tour operator to further develop its media and PR strategies in the UK. Fri, 12 Jan 2018 09:54:36 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/lan-nguyen-vietnam-country-manager-abercrombie-kent/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/lan-nguyen-vietnam-country-manager-abercrombie-kent/ Breaking Travel News talks to Abercrombie & Kent country manager for Vietnam, Lan Nguyen, about winning at the World Travel Awards and what it means to the company’s team around the globe. Wed, 20 Dec 2017 14:45:01 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-online-offering-from-abercrombie-kent/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-online-offering-from-abercrombie-kent/ Abercrombie & Kent has announced it will launch two new websites this summer. The two sites are designed to showcase the tour operator’s renowned worldwide reach and inspire clients through their wide ranging choice of safaris, cruises, beaches group tours, villas, bespoke and tailor made options. Tue, 18 Jul 2017 09:14:03 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abercrombie-kent-selects-accord-to-handle-uk-marketing-campaign/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abercrombie-kent-selects-accord-to-handle-uk-marketing-campaign/ Abercrombie & Kent, the iconic travel brand, have appointed Accord Group to deliver their media planning and buying campaign. Abercrombie & Kent specialise in luxury travel and tailor-made holidays. Fri, 25 Sep 2015 08:38:32 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/btn-reports-private-jet-world-tour-with-abercrombie-kent/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/btn-reports-private-jet-world-tour-with-abercrombie-kent/ Travel presenter Phil Blizzard looks at a private jet world tour from ‘Abercrombie & Kent’ priced at US$1.5 million for their ‘Passport to the World” travel extravaganza. The Indian Ocean destination of Seychelles is featured in the first of two interviews - with tourism and culture minister Alain St Ange talking about their steady growth and also their new tourism plan. This is followed by a trip across to Singapore to talk with Marc Dardenne, chief executive, Patina Hotels & Resorts - a new luxury hotel group with significant plans for Asia. Mon, 14 Apr 2014 09:50:33 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abercrombie-kent-to-launch-lifestyle-club/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abercrombie-kent-to-launch-lifestyle-club/ Abercrombie & Kent is to launch the first Global Lifestyle Club, specifically dedicated to providing its members with the ultimate in travel, lifestyle, medical and security services. Building on its 50 years’ of luxury and experiential travel expertise, A&K’s Lifestyle Club will operate around the clock and around the globe. Fri, 25 Jan 2013 07:09:41 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/golds-to-head-abercrombie-kent-in-uk/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/golds-to-head-abercrombie-kent-in-uk/ Abercrombie & Kent has announced the appointment of Kerry Golds as managing director of Abercrombie & Kent UK. Golds will be responsible for leading A&K’s tour operating division in the UK, with a remit to build on the strong growth over the last two years and leverage A&K’s 50 overseas destination management offices looking after guests on all seven continents. Thu, 17 Jan 2013 13:23:25 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abercrombie-kent-opens-flagship-store-in-london/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abercrombie-kent-opens-flagship-store-in-london/ Abercrombie & Kent has opened its first standalone travel store in London, showcasing experiences around the world using the latest digital technology. The leading tour operator was named Africa’s Leading Luxury Tour Operator and Australasia’s Leading Tour Operator by the World Travel Awards this year. Fri, 26 Oct 2012 08:53:26 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/annual-wildebeest-migration-begins-in-masai-mara/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/annual-wildebeest-migration-begins-in-masai-mara/ While all eyes have been on London this week for the 2012 Olympic Games, the real ‘Greatest Show on Earth’ has been taking place in the Masai Mara game reserves in Kenya as hundreds of thousands of wildebeest complete the annual migration. The natural phenomenon marks the high-point of the tourist season in the region, as the wildebeest make the journey from the Serengeti National Park in Tanzania to Kenya. Fri, 03 Aug 2012 13:16:02 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abercrombie-kent-builds-relationships-with-connoisseur-initiative/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abercrombie-kent-builds-relationships-with-connoisseur-initiative/ Strong trade support between travel providers and their highest performing agents has been given another boost this year with renewed interest around the Abercrombie & Kent Connoisseur initiative. Agency sales manager at Abercrombie & Kent, Scott Bearman-Brown, explained: “The A&K Connoisseur group is potentially open to everyone. Sun, 24 Jun 2012 14:12:05 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/vikram-madhok-chairman-world-travel-tourism-council-india/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/vikram-madhok-chairman-world-travel-tourism-council-india/ Vikram Madhok, chairman, World Travel & Tourism Council, India, offers his thoughts on the development of the tourism industry in this growing destination. Mon, 23 Apr 2012 13:36:21 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abercrombie-kent-to-offer-sardinia-holiday-ideas/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abercrombie-kent-to-offer-sardinia-holiday-ideas/ Abercrombie & Kent Villas is delighted to announce the addition of nine new villas in Sardinia to its existing Italian portfolio of villas in Tuscany, Amalfi Coast, Umbria and city apartments in Florence. Abercrombie & Kent is considered the World’s Leading Luxury Tour Operator by the World Travel Awards. Wed, 04 Apr 2012 11:13:34 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/etihad-links-up-with-abercrombie-kent/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/etihad-links-up-with-abercrombie-kent/ Etihad Airways - voted the World’s Leading Airline at the World Travel Awards - and Abercrombie & Kent, named World’s Leading Luxury Tour Operator also at the WTA, have forged a new strategic partnership to offer guests luxury travel experiences in 50 destinations around the world. Tue, 27 Mar 2012 08:25:44 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abercrombie-kent-suspends-cuba-plans/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abercrombie-kent-suspends-cuba-plans/ Abercrombie & Kent has suspended plans to offer holidays to Cuba following concerns over its relationship with the Foundation for Caribbean Studies. The luxury travel tour company had affiliated itself to the Cuba-based Foundation in an attempt to open the ‘people-to-people’ requirement needed to offer trips to the island. Tue, 09 Aug 2011 15:23:33 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wttc-summit-2011-luxury-travel-pioneer-geoffrey-kent/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wttc-summit-2011-luxury-travel-pioneer-geoffrey-kent/ Geoffrey Kent is one of the travel trade’s great characters, and a self-confessed adrenaline junkie. BTN looks at the career of the founder of Abercrombie & Kent, voted “World’s Leading Tour Operator 2010” by World Travel Awards, and chairman of the WTTC. Wed, 18 May 2011 23:21:13 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abercrombie-kent-villas-launches-the-americas/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abercrombie-kent-villas-launches-the-americas/ Abercrombie & Kent Villas has crossed The Atlantic to introduce a diverse portfolio of seven villas in the Americas. Whether a family holiday or a romantic getaway, no two places in the Americas are quite the same and the possibilities for a perfect holiday are endless. Thu, 27 May 2010 14:24:30 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abercrombie-kent-exclusive-group-tours-unravel-the-kaleidoscope-of-perus-na/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abercrombie-kent-exclusive-group-tours-unravel-the-kaleidoscope-of-perus-na/ A kaleidoscope of natural wonders, ancient civilisations, legends and folklore, echoing with music and colour, our expert guides will unravel the many secrets of Peru. Fri, 16 Apr 2010 09:46:25 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abercrombie-kent-celebrates-20-years-in-antarctica-with-introduction-of-mv-/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abercrombie-kent-celebrates-20-years-in-antarctica-with-introduction-of-mv-/ For those dreaming of genuine adventure, Antarctica has long been considered the last frontier.  This pristine landscape of mountains and glaciers remains largely untouched by civilization, yet an information explosion fed by television, movies like “March of the Penguins” and the internet has moved this once-remote destination to the top of many travellers’ “places to go next” lists. Wed, 30 Sep 2009 10:48:59 +0000