Kate Thompson is Senior Vice President of Marketing at Abercrombie & Kent, part of A&K Travel Group. She leads marketing strategy for A&K in the UK, including the recent collaboration between A&K and Crystal, bringing together immersive land experiences and exceptional cruising to create a more seamless journey for guests.

Kate joined A&K from Belmond, where she spent 13 years as Divisional Director of Marketing for Trains & Cruises, shaping brand strategy for some of the world’s most iconic travel experiences, including the legendary Venice Simplon-Orient-Express and the group’s French river cruise portfolio, through a period that included its acquisition by LVMH.

With extensive experience across both cruise and luxury travel, Kate has developed a sharp instinct for brand positioning and a deep understanding of what drives desire in high-end travel.