Crystal Cruises to Go All Inclusive in 2012

Effective Spring 2012, vacations on the Crystal Symphony and Crystal Serenity will include complimentary fine wines and premium spirits, open bar service in all lounges, and pre-paid gratuities for housekeeping, bar and dining staff. The complimentary gratuity also includes penthouse butler service as well as service in all of Crystal’s specialty restaurants.

“Our ‘All Inclusive’ is an evolution of Crystal’s luxury services and responds to the desires of today’s upscale cruise traveler,” said Gregg Michel, president of Crystal Cruises. “As many cruise lines in our industry have itemized their services for additional charges, Crystal is maximizing the guest experience by eliminating additional transactions — further enhancing the ease and luxury of a Crystal cruise. We believe this offers greater convenience, simplicity and comfort.”

The new benefits begin with each ship’s first trans-Atlantic cruise next year: Crystal Symphony’s “Beyond the Sea” cruise sailing from Miami to Lisbon on 19 March 2012, and Crystal Serenity’s “New World to Norway” voyage from New York to London on 8 May 2012.

Also included with all cruises is free round-trip air transportation from two dozen North American gateways (or a generous air credit) and airport and ship transfers.

The following services are included at no additional cost: all non-alcoholic beverages such as bottled water, specialty coffee drinks, soft drinks and fresh juices; all meals, including dining in specialty restaurants that feature the cuisine of Nobu Matsuhisa and Piero Selvaggio; high tea; ice cream and frozen yogurt; gym, steam room, saunas and whirlpools; numerous fitness classes such as spinning and group Pilates Reformer instruction; golf lessons with PGA pros; Walk-on-Water weighted vests and Nordic Pole walking equipment; Yamaha keyboard classes; Berlitz language classes; paddle tennis; computer/technology classes; art classes; Crystal Visions lecture series featuring distinguished speakers; in-room movie and CD rentals; film screenings in the onboard cinema; dance lessons; dedicated junior cruiser facilities; early embarkation luncheon; welcome champagne; comfortable shuttles to town; pillow menus; self- service laundries; twice-daily housekeeping with nightly turndown service; and 24-hour room service.

Penthouse accommodations also include personal butler service, ironing, a bar, and other amenities and services.

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