Celestyal Journey celebrates maiden call to Agios Nikolaos, Crete

Celestyal has marked a new milestone in its Mediterranean deployment, with the 1260-guest Celestyal Journey making her first call to Agios Nikolaos, Crete. This  forms part of the cruise line’s seven-night  Idyllic Greece itinerary. Celestyal Journey is scheduled to visit the port a further 21 times throughout the 2026 season which runs to November. To mark the occasion, representatives from the destination and local authorities were welcomed onboard by Captain Angelos Vasilakos and crew.
 
Lee Haslett, chief commercial officer at Celestyal said, 'Agios Nikolaos has a growing role as a cruise destination and is a fantastic addition to our ‘Idyllic Greece’ itinerary. It perfectly reflects the type of call our guests are increasingly looking for, combining iconic Mediterranean hotspots with rising star ports that offer a more authentic experience. Our 2026 programme is built around delivering authentically Mediterranean experiences through immersive itineraries, warm hospitality and our signature premium casual approach to cruising. We’re proud to continue expanding our presence across the Greek Islands and showcase destinations like Agios Nikolaos to an international audience.'
 
The seven-night ‘Idyllic Greece’ cruise sails roundtrip from Athens, calling at Kusadasi, Turkey; Rhodes; Agios Nikolaos; Santorini; Mykonos; and Milos. All fares include meals, soft drinks, WiFi, port fees,  gratuities.
 More info at celestyal.com or call 0808 258 4170.