Variety Cruises Wins 2024 Lloyd’s List ‘Passenger Line of the Year’ Greek Shipping Award

Chen Gang, President of SWS presenting the Award to Filippos Venetopoulos, CEO of Variety Cruises. Photo source: Variety Cruises

Variety Cruises, a Greek family-owned company, was recently honored with the prestigious Passenger Line of the Year Award at the  Greek Shipping Awards 2024 by Lloyd’s List.

Established in 1949, Variety Cruises brings over 75 years of expertise in providing travelers with the luxury and exclusivity of small-ship cruises to unique destinations.

The award was presented by Chen Gang, President of the Shanghai Waigaoqiao Shipbuilding (SWS) company, in recognition of the company’s pioneering leadership in small-ship adventures and its commitment to fostering meaningful connections between travelers and destinations.

“I would like to thank our team, whose hard work and passion made this achievement possible. This award celebrates 75 years of exploring the world by small ship, showcasing Greece’s treasures, our seas, islands, and culture,” said Filippos Venetopoulos, CEO of Variety Cruises, attributing this recognition to the dedication of its team and the company’s mission.

Photo source: Variety Cruises

Variety Cruises noted that the accolade underscores its innovative approach to shipping and its dedication to positioning Greece as a premier global destination for unforgettable travel experiences.

The Lloyd’s List Greek Shipping Awards, established in 2004, annually honor excellence within Greece’s maritime industry with the support of SWS.