A Portuguese Culinary Journey with Lynn Crawford & Lora Kirk

Vancouver, BC, August 19, 2026 – Canadian culinary duo, Chefs Lynn Crawford and Lora Kirk are teaming up with Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours for their second river cruise, embarking on a culinary journey along Portugal's Douro River. The eight-day itinerary, “A Chef's Culinary Adventure of Delightful Douro," sails round trip out of Porto on November 5, 2027. This gastronomic-themed river cruise offers guests an immersive experience of the Portuguese way of life through the spectacular Douro Valley, where they will discover the warmth of the local people, be welcomed into charming villages, and sample traditional delicacies along the way. Pricing for sailing starts at CAD $8,745 per person (double). Guests who book by November 15, 2026, can take advantage of one of two Best Available Offers: Free Airfare plus savings of up to $400 per person, or savings of up to $2,000 per person. For a limited time, guests can also enjoy an additional $350 per person in bonus savings.

Complete details can be found at scenic.cruises/lynnandlora.

"Portugal’s Douro Valley is a magical place where culture, history, and extraordinary food seamlessly come together. We are so excited to host this ultra-luxury Scenic cruise and share our passion for local flavours, wine, and culinary storytelling with everyone on board,” said Chefs Lynn Crawford and Lora Kirk.

Exclusive Experiences from the Heart of Portugal's Douro Valley

Aboard the luxurious 5-Star Scenic Azure Space-Ship, 96 guests will enjoy exclusive access to a lineup of specially curated events throughout the sailing. The week begins with a celebratory welcome reception on the very first night, setting the tone for an unforgettable journey along the Douro River. Guests will also take part in an interactive cooking demonstration led by Chefs Lynn Crawford and Lora Kirk, showcasing their favourite techniques and culinary inspirations. Adding to the experience, guests will enjoy an intimate Q&A session and a personal photo opportunity with the celebrated duo. Rounding out the week, guests will savour a chef-curated dinner crafted exclusively for this departure, highlighting the vibrant flavours of Portugal for a truly remarkable evening.

Beyond these special events, guests will also have the opportunity to immerse themselves in the proud culture of the Douro Valley, a unique land that has preserved many of its centuries-old traditions. Guests will soak up breathtaking landscapes of verdant vineyards, sample world-famous Port wine and traditional cuisine, and uncover the region's storied history. The journey continues with a visit to the golden city of Salamanca, where incredible architecture awaits, followed by a kayaking excursion along the Pinhão River past traditional villages that have remained unchanged for generations. Guests will also step into local life during a visit to the small, traditional village of Provesende, and be dazzled by the gleaming gold interiors of São Francisco Church during an exclusive private classical concert.

Discover the Douro River in 5-Star Ultra-Luxury

Scenic’s 5-star Space-Ships deliver a truly all-inclusive ultra-luxury river cruise experience, featuring private butler service for every suite, complimentary premium beverages available throughout the day, not just during meals, including a daily restocked mini-bar, and up to five onboard dining experiences. Guests can also enjoy a dedicated wellness area and fitness centre. Best of all, nearly everything is included, from tips and gratuities to expert local guides, Scenic Freechoice excursions for a more personalized journey, and exclusive Scenic Enrich experiences available only to Scenic guests. With very few additional costs beyond select optional services such as spa treatments or salon appointments, guests can simply relax and enjoy the journey.

About Chefs Lynn Crawford & Lora Kirk

Award-winning Chef Lynn Crawford has more than 25 years of culinary experience, with a list of

successes that range from executive chef at Four Season Hotels in Toronto and New York to starring in several Food Network shows including Wall of Chefs and Pitchin’ In. One of the highest profile chefs in the country and recipient of the 2018 Lifetime Achievement Award by Canada’s Best 100, Chef Lynn is a genuine household name. She is passionate about cooking and educating, and loves nothing more than sharing her knowledge, wisdom, and expertise, especially as it relates to teaching children, chefs and home cooks where their food comes from and to take pride in having a hand in the whole process of making and enjoying the healthy, delicious food they cook.

Chef Lora Kirk is regarded as one of Canada’s leading chefs with more than 20 years of international culinary experience. Growing up in Ontario, Chef Lora learned the importance of supporting local farmers and growers, which spurred her dream of becoming a professional chef. She has worked in top establishments in Toronto, London, and New York City, leading culinary teams to win multiple awards. Chef Lora has appeared on Iron Chef America, Iron Chef Canada and Top Chef Masters.

About Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours

Beginning in Australia in 1986 and now operating worldwide, Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours delivers a truly unique all-inclusive, ultra-luxury experience. Its Scenic Discovery Yachts, Scenic Eclipse and Scenic Eclipse II, with Scenic Ikon set to launch in 2028, delivering unrivalled ocean discovery across all seven continents, visiting more than 100 countries and 600 ports. Scenic’s award-winning river fleet is also expanding, growing from 12 to 15 ships with new additions planned for 2027 and 2028 in Europe, the Mekong and India.  Complementing its cruise offering, Scenic’s handcrafted land journeys and extensions provide immersive, seamlessly curated experiences around the world.

Scenic Group comprises Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours, Emerald Cruises & Tours, and Mayflower Cruises & Tours.

Scenic can be found on X (formerly Twitter) at @ScenicLuxury, on Facebook as @ScenicCruises and on Instagram as @Scenic.luxurycruisestours.  Discover more about our journeys, download brochures, and make reservations through travel advisors or by contacting us directly in Canada at scenic.cruises, (866) 689-8611, or email: info@scenic.ca

As of June 2026, our website URLs have been updated to scenic.cruises and emerald.cruises. Through these, Canadian guests and travel advisors will continue to be directed to dedicated local content, offers, itineraries, support and event information.

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