The All-Inclusive Crystal Experience® is a heady combination of indulgent services and enriching discovery. Since their debut in 1990, they have been elevating and redefining the traditional notions of luxury cruising with innovative excellence, exquisitely designed ships, bold itineraries, customized destination immersion, and the highest standards of personalized service at sea and on land. A proven leader in evolving the guest experience to stay ahead of global luxury travel trends, they were the first cruise line to partner with celebrity chefs—our Silk Road and Sushi Bar alternative dining venues are the only sea-going restaurants in Nobu Matsuhisa’s worldwide empire; the first to debut a Computer University@Sea® with personal e-mail and Internet services; the first to launch a now critically-acclaimed Wine & Food Festival; and the soon-to-be first luxury line to transit the Northwest Passage in 2016 and offer four distinct World Cruise options in 2018.
From launching the interactive Creative Learning Institute® with complimentary courses tailored to a guest’s own personal enrichment, to pushing the boundaries of gastronomic discovery with a cutting-edge new Modern Cuisine menu, they are continually adding new programs and features to their award-winning ships, Crystal Symphony and Crystal Serenity. In the last five years alone, Crystal® has invested more than $140 million in the stylish redesign and sophisticated technologies aboard both ships, rewarding their loyal Crystal Society® members and travel agent partners with an experience that is always fresh, new and exciting.
Additional Information About Crystal Cruises
Accommodation
Privileged Perspectives
Exquisite views of an ever-changing horizon. From the sublime comfort and quiet privacy of your well-appointed verandah stateroom or suite, watch the world unfold before your very eyes.
Be Pampered
A haven of serenity. Your Penthouse is attended to by a personal butler, anticipating your every need. Complimentary amenities also include wine and a selection of your favorite spirits.
The Difference is a Perfect Night's Sleep
Your complete comfort is our only wish. After a day of discovery and enrichment, lay your head on a pillow of your choice to dream of tomorrow’s new adventures.
Sanctuary At Sea
Your spacious, contemporary stateroom has all the touches of home... wireless Internet access, remote color television and DVD player, soft drinks and bottled water. And something not found at home - an amazing ocean view. This is your sanctuary.
Breathe easy... Crystal is pleased to be the first cruise line to feature allergy-friendly Deluxe PURE® Staterooms at sea.
The Finer Things
The softest linens and Egyptian cotton bath towels. Comfortable kimonos and plush Frette robes. Personal slippers and indulgent bath amenities. Only the finest luxuries are found throughout your thoughtfully appointed stateroom.
The Ultimate Indulgence
Step across the threshold of a Crystal Penthouse and enter a world of rarefied luxury. Separate living and dining areas, a private workout studio, Bang & Olufsen sound system, three flat-screen televisions, a sumptuous master bath with ocean view.
Delicious Beginnings
As morning breaks on shore, savor the arrival of each new day with a quiet breakfast on your private verandah. Or, enjoy complimentary in-room dining any time, day or night. The choices, all of them, are exclusively yours.
Simple Luxuries
The pure beauty of fresh flowers. The pampered comfort of twice-daily housekeeping and nightly turndown service. The difference is Crystal clear.
Ambience
The Heart of Revelry
A welcoming ambiance of contemporary style and warmth. The newly refurbished Crystal Cove is host to soft piano music and lively conversation. An ideal setting whether meeting for pre-dinner cocktails or following a day ashore.
A Passion For Perfection
Tables dressed in Garnier-Thiebaut linens, carefully set with Riedel crystal and Villeroy & Boch china. Subtle touches of elegance for inspired, critically acclaimed cuisine.
A Moment to Recharge
Dive in and relish the feeling of absolute freedom. The feeling of not having to be anywhere... for anyone. Time, finally, just for you.
Soothe Your Soul
Melt into the sublime comforts of the only Feng Shui-inspired spa at sea, repeatedly voted the World’s Best, where you'll appreciate the perfect balance of pampering relaxation.
Contemporary Traditions
As the late afternoon sun gently streams through Palm Court’s dramatic wall of windows, savor the refined elegance of that most proper of traditions, Afternoon Tea. Served with a touch of Crystal’s contemporary style.
Sophisticated Gaming
Excitement fills the air as your senses tingle amidst the casino’s electrifying energy. You can’t believe your luck as you discover thrilling games of chance.
Captivating Performances
They have trained at the best schools, performed on renowned stages. In awe, you watch Crystal’s ensemble of award-winning talent, fully appreciating their commitment to bring you the best entertainment at sea.
Enchantment of the Sea
Breathtaking vistas witnessed only at sea. To walk along a 360-degree teak Promenade deck is to truly experience one of the greatest privileges of ocean travel.
Bars & Lounges
Creative Beginnings
Fresh mango, muddled raspberries or a zest of ginger. Savor a custom-blended cocktail at the Cove Bar, where something as seemingly simple as an aperitif becomes a stellar event unto itself.
The Night is Electric
A DJ spins the latest dance tunes as state-of-the-art lighting fills Pulse with an air of energized excitement. The vibe is hip, current, now. It’s time for fun.
A Seafaring Classic
With its dark paneled walls and rich leather club chairs, the Avenue Saloon is the perfect place to steal away a cocktail and some quiet conversation. But as the evening rolls on, and the live piano music kicks it up, a lively camaraderie fills the night.
Sophisticated Pleasures
Whether you prefer a Monte Cristo or Davidoff with your Courvoisier, your every wish is indulged in the comfortable, yet refined, atmosphere of the intimate Connoisseur Club.
Nights of Light
When the sun sets, fun rises at LUXE, where sophistication is served with a dash of excitement. Whatever your taste in after-dusk entertainment, you’ll discover something to light up your nights.
Dance To Your Heart's Content
With the routine of daily life left far behind, you find a lightness in your step, a song in your heart. Here, as you dance across a vast blue ocean, love begins anew.
Broadway to Hollywood
With exceptional views from every seat in the house, be entertained by lavish Broadway-styled productions, Hollywood celebrity guests, comedy revues and classical recitals. The options are endless.
The Place To Be
In the heart of your ship, with wide-open panoramic port-to-starboard ocean views. The striking circular bar and welcoming dance floor of the Starlite Club invites conversation and camaraderie.
Dining
Perfect Choice Dining
Savor your travels with Perfect Choice Dining, our newest way of inviting you to write your own personal definition of luxury with three distinct dining options to choose from in the elegant Crystal Dining Room.
Offering you greater choice and flexibility, Perfect Choice Dining features our Classic Main and Classic Late seatings in addition to our newest option, Dining by Reservation.
Classic Traditions
The dining experience aboard Crystal is one of the most memorable aspects of every voyage—and the special relationships fostered with our waiters and table staff during the Classic Main and Classic Late seatings are a key reason why.
Dining By Reservation
This unique new concept invites you to reserve a table in the Crystal Dining Room at a different time each night of your voyage if you wish, just as you would at your favorite restaurant. An ideal option for those seeking a little more flexibility in their evening schedule.
Travel to Taste the World
Savor authentic pad thai on a journey through Asia. Or fresh paella while cruising the coast of Spain. The Crystal Dining Room sets the stage for an eclectic menu of regionally inspired dishes as well as traditional classics.
Culinary Delicacies
Creativity, innovation and gracious service are the hallmarks of Crystal’s culinary philosophy. Our European-trained staff is immediately familiar with your every preference, whether sparkling or still water, or the exact preparation of a fillet.
A Table By the Sea, Please
With the best view in the house, you enjoy a quiet, yet savory lunch from the extensive menu as you contemplate your day's agenda. In-stateroom dining is offered 24 hours a day.
The Brilliance of Nobu
Known simply as "Nobu" the world over, master chef Nobuyuki Matsuhisa brings his inventive Japanese cuisine to Silk Road, the only sea-going restaurant in his global empire.
Made to Order
A double mocha for breakfast on your verandah. A late afternoon cappuccino poolside. An espresso following dinner at Prego. Whenever and wherever you wish, coffees are made to your specifications. Always served with our compliments.
Fresh Indulgences
Rivaling any land-based restaurant, Nobu Matsuhisa's Sushi Bar also draws on our Japanese heritage to create the freshest, most delectable sushi and sashimi dishes.
Non-Smoking Policy
In keeping with the increasing national and international restrictions on smoking in public spaces, Crystal Cruises is designating more areas of our ships as smoke-free. Effective with our first cruises in 2013, v3201 and v3301, smoking will be prohibited in the Avenue Saloon and the Crystal Casino.
Beginning with voyage 3201, January 5 on Crystal Symphony and voyage 3306, March 31 on Crystal Serenity, new dress codes for evening dining and other activities will be instituted. Based on valuable feedback from our guests and travel partners, we have updated the recommended dress codes to reflect the continually evolving, more relaxed dress codes reflected throughout the world today.
Recommended Attire
During the day, casual wear is appropriate in any onboard lounge and dining venue. This includes resort-style attire, shorts and jeans. After 6:00 p.m., shorts and baseball caps are not permitted for men or women. For all venues on board, the recommended evening attire is one of the following:
Resort Casual: Slacks and a sweater or shirt for men; casual dress, skirt or slacks with a sweater or blouse for women. Ties and jackets are not required.
Elegant Casual (Informal): Suit or slacks with a jacket over a sweater or shirt for men. Ties are optional. Cocktail dress, skirt or slacks with a sweater or blouse for women. Jeans are not appropriate.
Black Tie (Formal) Optional: While Elegant Casual is always appropriate in the evening, a Black Tie Optional evening offers a celebratory opportunity to dress more formally on a special evening(s). For men, this includes a dark suit with tie or tuxedo; for women, this includes a formal cocktail dress, evening gown or dressy evening separates. On Black Tie Optional evenings, we request that jeans not be worn in any dining venues or lounges, including the Casino.
With this new policy, your guests can expect the following:
7- to 10-day cruises: 1 Black Tie Optional evening 11- to 13-day cruises: 2 Black Tie Optional evenings
World Cruises, Holiday voyages and crossings may be scheduled differently. For your convenience, the recommended dress code for each evening of your cruise is listed in the daily itinerary section of the Priority Check-in & Planning Center (PCPC).
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