In line with its many food-centric itineraries, Crystal Cruises is now offering a craft beer travel-focused getaway, with the 'Crystal Wine & Food Festival: Micro-Brews' as its main theme.
The 14-day cruise will take passengers from New York to Miami through the East Coast and the Caribbean. Onboard, passengers will be able to pick up some new information and learn from presentations by experts on beer, as well as enjoy a range of other activities like pilates classes and even Photoshop lessons. With such a range of activities available on board, travellers will be able to get a taste of everything, but become especially well versed in craft brews. Off-board excursions will take travellers to micro and nano breweries to give them the ultimate taste in local beer craftsmanship. The booze-centric cruise is all inclusive at $4,710 per person.
Craft Beer Cruises
Crystal Cruises' Craft Beer Travel Cruise Visits Micro and Nano Breweries
Trend Themes
1. Craft Beer Tourism - The rise of craft beer cruises presents an opportunity for the tourism industry to focus on beer-centric travel experiences.
2. Food and Beverage Education - Onboard presentations by beer experts offer education opportunities for food and beverage professionals to gain knowledge in the craft beer industry.
3. All-inclusive Cruise Packages - The popularity of all-inclusive cruise packages provides an opportunity for the hospitality industry to create specialized packages for niche industries like beer tourism.
Industry Implications
1. Tourism - Tourism companies can create specialized packages for craft beer enthusiasts to join beer-centric cruises with excursions to micro and nano breweries.
2. Food and Beverage - Beer presentations and excursions during craft beer cruises offer opportunities for food and beverage industry professionals to gain knowledge and develop their craft.
3. Hospitality - All-inclusive cruise packages provide hospitality businesses with the opportunity to offer specialized packages for niche industries, such as beer tourism, to attract new customers and increase revenue streams.