  Imagine a cruise line who finds difference in the details, from the special sparkle in your dinnerware and the extra softness of your linens to the added note of graciousness when you are greeted by name. Aboard a Crystal cruise you’ll feel your worries melt away as you create majestic memories. With unique onboard amenities, and activities for even the youngest of cruisers you’re sure to have a luxurious and pampering experience aboard a Crystal cruise. Experience the voyage of a lifetime in the most luxurious and sumptuous surroundings you can imagine. With spacious staterooms, regionally inspired cuisine, and exciting onboard activities and amenities you’re sure to find everything you need for the perfect vacation aboard a Crystal cruise. Whether your day is full speed ahead or an easygoing cruise from relaxing activity to relaxing activity, you are at the helm. Wherever your sense of adventure guides you, be sure that getting there is half, if not considerably more, of the fun. Relax on sunny isles and sandy beaches in the Panama Canal, Mexican Riviera and the Caribbean or allow the majestic lands of South America to seduce you. Discover centuries of tradition and triumph in Canada and New England or delve into the splendour of Europe and the Mediterranean. East meets west and old mingles with new in the South Pacific, Asia and Egypt. As one of the most exotic destinations on earth, Africa must be visited to be believed. Delight in the pristine wilderness of Alaska, or explore the vast open spaces and dramatic landscapes of Australia and New Zealand.
Accommodations The staff aboard Crystal Cruises believes that the ideal complement to exciting and beautiful destinations is the extraordinary time you have on board. That’s why every stateroom is appointed to ensure that you’ll feel completely pampered. Your stateroom is going to be your home away from home and as such, Crystal Cruises promises you an experience unlike any other by offering all outside cabins. Whether you’re travelling alone, with family or friends, Crystal Cruises provides accommodations to suit all your needs. Each and every stateroom is equipped with a multitude of amenities to ensure you have a luxurious stay. Stateroom features include private verandahs, 100% Egyptian cotton linens and bath towels, Frette bathrobes and personal slippers, refrigerator filled with complimentary soft drinks and bottled water, personal safe, flat-screen TV, DVD and CD Player, twice daily housekeeping with nightly turndown service, and 24 hour complimentary in-stateroom dining.
Deluxe Stateroom with Large Picture Window A luxury cruise at great value is possible. You’re comfort will not be sacrificed in Crystal Cruises’ Deluxe Stateroom featuring a large picture window through which you can view beautiful scenery from the comfort of your own room. These staterooms also feature a small seating area, queen size bed or twin beds, and a full bathtub and shower combination. This stateroom offers you everything you need to have a great vacation. Deluxe Stateroom with VerandahThese staterooms offer guests a private place on board to enjoy the view and ocean breeze. Each deluxe verandah stateroom features a queen size or two twin beds, a seating area, and a full bathtub and shower combination in addition to all the basic amenities. Penthouse with Verandah Enjoy the luxury of a private balcony with a little more space and deluxe amenities in Crystal’s Penthouse with verandah. Featuring a spacious living area, complimentary soft drinks and bottled water, queen size bed or two twin beds with a third berth, flat screen TV and DVD player, walk in closet, and security safe. These staterooms also offer floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors that lead out to your own private verandah, a full Jacuzzi bathtub and a separate shower, and Crystal’s personal butler service. Your stay is sure to be everything you’ve dreamed of in one of Crystal’s Penthouse with Verandah staterooms. Penthouse Suite with Verandah Crystal’s Penthouse Suites offer guests the perfect way to travel in style and keep everybody together. These spacious rooms feature a dining area, separate bedroom area with picture window, walk in closet, full Jacuzzi bathtub, separate shower, and a data port for a laptop computer hook up. Crystal’s penthouse suites also offer guests a private verandah with comfortable patio furniture, complimentary wine upon embarkation, complimentary soft drinks and bottled water, and personal butler service. Prepare to be indulged and pampered in Crystal’s Penthouse Suite. Crystal Penthouse with Verandah Stay in the Crystal Penthouse and prepare yourself for all the indulgences you desire. These luxurious rooms feature a spacious living room, dining area, a large private verandah, complimentary soft drinks and bottled water, Crystal’s personal butler service, guest bathroom and a cordless phone. Large bedrooms with king-size bed or two twin beds, and a third birth, master bath with Jacuzzi and an ocean view, separate shower, bidet, walk in closet, refrigerator and a security safe. In addition, Crystal Serenity offers guests a pantry, library and private workout area. You’ll have everything you need for a relaxing and enjoyable cruise vacation right at your fingertips. Onboard Activities and Amenities TheatreThe Galaxy Lounge provides hours of entertainment for guests with award winning production shows and a host of other evening performances from classical musicians to comedians to ventriloquists. Dazzling production shows are conceived and produced by Crystal Cruises’ own creative in-house production staff. Come out to the Galaxy Lounge to witness Crystal’s talented ensemble of singers and dancers who are sure to amaze you. The showroom was custom designed to offer perfect views from each and every seat and features state-of-the-art sound and lighting systems. Ambassador HostsOn every sailing, Crystal Cruises offers an Ambassador Host program. As dancing, dining, and social partners, Ambassador Hosts serve as liaisons between single female guests and the onboard social community. Creative Learning InstituteCrystal Cruises’ Creative Learning Institute brings out the best in guests by offering enriching instruction at sea. The Institute expands upon Crystal’s commitment to enrich mind, body and spirit by extending new opportunities for personal growth. The Institute offers expert instruction and lectures in arts and entertainment, business and computer technology training, lifestyle, wellness, and wine and cuisine.  Onboard Classes
For those guests looking for a little enrichment in their lives, Crystal offers Odyssey Art at Sea classes, the only creative arts program designed for luxury cruise ship guests. Classes are offered on sea days, taught by specially trained instructors. Classes include watercolor painting, using nature and ports visited as themes to local arts and crafts. An art show of the guests’ work is held in the Crystal Cove before the cruise ends. Guests can also learn some moves from Crystal’s professional dance instructors who offer complimentary classes in the most popular dance steps. Dancing / Dance LessonsCrystal Cruises offers an abundance of dancing opportunities and venues, each with its own style and ambiance. Dance before or after dinner on most evenings or head to the nightclubs which offer late night dancing to the music you request. Crystal Cruises’ professional dance instructors offer complimentary classes in the most popular dance steps and their distinguished Ambassador Hosts await to escort ladies onto the dance floor.  Library
Take a moment of serenity in Crystal’s well stocked library with over 3,000 books on subjects ranging from classics and popular biographies to history and contemporary mysteries. There is also a selection of over 1,000 movie titles and board games which may be checked out free of charge for your enjoyment during the cruise. MoviesCrystal’s onboard Hollywood Theatre features a selection of popular recent-release and classic films and is equipped with devices for the hearing impaired. Sports Deck Sunbathe, snooze, or read while you enjoy a refreshing drink poolside in the afternoon on Crystal’s sports deck. You’ll be right in the middle of the action with activities such as paddle tennis and shuffleboard. For jogging, walking, stretching, and fresh air, there’s the promenade deck, nearly a quarter-mile around.  Fitness Facility
Work out in Crystal’s lavish ocean view gym featuring state-of-the-art facilities and amenities. Relax the mind, body and soul, and indulge in a Pathway to Yoga class, or enhance your physique with the modern-age Pilates Reformer, all under the guidance of a qualified fitness director.
GolfOn most cruises, a qualified PGA golf pro is on board to offer classes and clinics. There are driving range nets and a putting green with a supply of practice clubs and balls. Crystal offers Callaway® golf clubs on board; complete sets of Callaway® clubs are also available for guests to rent when playing in port. "Walk-on-Water" (WOW)Debbie Rocker’s weighted vests have become one of the world’s most popular exercise accessories. And now, Ms. Rocker brings these vests on board with an exciting new program developed exclusively for Crystal Cruises: "Walk-on-Water" (WOW). Designed to maximize the health benefits of walking, the innovative program that allows guests to expand their fitness regimen in idyllic settings around the world. The main feature of the Walk-on-Water program is Debbie Rocker’s exclusive WALKVEST® a lightweight cotton vest with weight pockets strategically located around the mid-section. The WOW program adds customized motivational music-driven audiotapes, a day by day guided walking program, and educational instructions on how to walk safely and effectively.  Spa
Pamper your mind, body and soul in Crystal’s Feng Shui inspired Crystal Spawhich offers a wide range of treatments from aroma stone therapy to a Japanese silk booster facial. The Crystal Spafeatures panoramic sea views surrounding a facility offering a sauna and steam room, as well as a full service salon offering haircuts, coloring, facials, manicures and pedicures. Casino Come out and try your luck in Crystal’s onboard casino offering exciting games of chance. Crystal Casino features Blackjack, Mini-Baccarat, Craps, Roulette and 3 card poker, as well as slots and video poker machines.  Nightlife
As exciting as you find your days, it’s the evening you most anticipate. It is a time to raise a glass for a heartfelt toast, sample the cuisine of renowned chefs, or indulge in a decadent dessert. Let your evenings come to life in any one of Crystal’s elegant venues as you create memories to last a lifetime. Entertain the senses with lavish, Broadway-style productions featuring the talented Crystal ensemble of singers and dancers. Catch a variety of other entertainers including comedians, magicians, ventriloquists, and featured artists such as Tony® award-winners and acclaimed classical artists. Meet some friends for cocktails and dancing or cigars and cognacs. Sing your heart out at karaoke night, snack on late night hors d’oeuvres, or catch recent release films in the surround sound Hollywood Theatre.
Shopping
Those guests who have visited the boutiques of Paris, New York, and Milan will not be disappointed strolling Crystal Cruises’ Avenue of the Stars, a 3,000 square foot shopping area with shops offering a wide variety of merchandise carefully selected for discerning guests. Here they can shop for an exciting selection of jewellery, collectables, crystal, fragrances, formal wear, and Crystal Cruises’ signature apparel.  Wireless at Sea
It’s easy to stay connected with loved ones at home with private email and Internet access through Crystal’s Computer University@Sea program. For your convenience, 24 hour Wi-Fi access is also available throughout the ship. Crystal’s University@Sea program offers complimentary instruction in 30 different areas from digital photo finishing to website construction and Windows Vista™ instruction. Religious ServicesJewish and Protestant services are available during major holidays, and Catholic services are offered on most ships. Interdenominational services are performed on Sundays at sea. Dining Dining aboard a Crystal Cruise is just as memorable as every other aspect onboard. Each Crystal ship features an exceptional variety of dining options including their main Crystal Dining Room, two speciality restaurants, casual dining, and 24 hour room service.
Lido Café offers a casual ambiance with breathtaking ocean views, and the buffet style indoor-outdoor café offers early and late riser breakfast, as well as late morning bouillon service and luncheon buffets. The Trident Bar and Grill offers classic favourites such as hamburgers, hot dogs and sandwiches. In the evenings, The Trident Bar and Grill offers casual poolside dining under the stars. The main Crystal Dining Room located in the heart of the ship just off the Crystal Plaza is beautifully appointed with sweeping ocean views by day and a magnificent ambiance at night. The gracious European-trained waiters and internationally acclaimed chefs provide regionally inspired dishes and classic continental cuisine. Satisfy your sweet tooth at Crystal’s ice cream bar offering ice cream, frozen yogurt, sherbets, and freshly baked cookies. Alternative restaurants offer exciting variety at no additional cost. Choices range from Japanese, contemporary Asian, and authentic regional Italian cuisine. Or check out Crystal’s unique Vintage Room which promotes wine appreciation. This unique enrichment experience focuses on wine, with cuisine specially prepared and paired to complement specific fine wines selected for the evening. Cruising with Family Crystal Cruises’ commitment to excellence and quality of experience does not end with grown-up cruisers. Kids have a broad choice of organized activities and entertainment options to choose from on every Crystal Cruise. With special areas designed just for kids, Crystal’s young cruisers will never be bored. Fantasia offers supervised activities, tables and chairs for board games, arts and crafts, giant padded cubes, Sony Playstation ® and Xbox 360™ kiosks and large-screen TV’s. Children can watch recently released films in The Hollywood Theatre, a selection of children’s books and videos for in-room viewing are available from the library, or kids can enjoy the latest games in Wavesvideo arcade. Crystal Cruises offers fun activities for every age group to ensure that you and your family have a fantastic vacation:  3-12
Kids ages 3 to 12 are divided into two groups ranging from ages 3 to 7 and 8 to 12. Kids will be provided with a host of exciting and thrilling activities to keep them busy around the clock. They’ll have the chance to participate in scavenger hunts, hide and seek, pajama parties, stretch-ercise, bridge and galley tours, cooking, baking, pizza making, fashion shows, coke-tails and card games. They’ll also have fun with movies, dancing, mini Olympics, shuffleboard, volleyball, water polo, swimming and special karaoke performances. 13-17 Teens will have a blast aboard Crystal Cruises, with the freedom to come and go as they please and activities to occupy them for the duration of the day. In addition to a multitude of sports events, teens will be assured of good times with late night pool parties, teen discos, trivial pursuit, teen karaoke, twister popcorn parties, pizza parties and email services so they can keep in touch with all their friends back home. BabysittingCrystal Cruises offers in-room babysitting so you can have a romantic evening alone. Arrangements can easily be made by contacting the concierge at least 24 hours in advance; fees are $7.50 USD per hour for one child, $10 USD per hour for two children and $12.50 USD per hour for three children. To satisfy safety concerns, the maximum number of children watched by one babysitter is three. Themed Cruises Whether your passion is film and theatre, health and fitness, or wine and cuisine, you will find a theme cruise that is both enriching and fun. Crystal Cruises offers themed cruises to suit just about everybody’s tastes. Themes include: Mind, Body, and Sprit; Jazz, Arts and Antiques; Golf; and Big Band and Ballroom Dance.
Meetings at SeaCrystal Cruises offers a surprisingly affordable alternative to traditional land based incentives and business programs. A Crystal Incentive Cruise offers a wide range of amenities from meals and entertainment to large meeting rooms and state-of-the-art audio visual equipment. Take advantage of business cruising options to initiate teambuilding and to reward your staff for a job well done.
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