Crystal Cruises’ European sailings will feature some of the top rising talent from the performing arts world this summer. … [Read more...]
Crystal Cruises
Aboard the two highest-rated ships in the world, Crystal Symphony and Crystal Serenity, you will discover the hallmarks of Crystal… extraordinary service, abundant space, exceptional quality and incredible choices. This is the very essence of our company; this is the Crystal Difference. A steadfast commitment to excellence has earned us unprecedented recognition as the World’s Best for an incredible 15 years – an accomplishment unmatched by any other cruise line, hotel or resort anywhere in the world.
Top young talent dances – and sings – across Europe this Summer with Crystal Cruises
May 16, 2012 By Leave a Comment
5 of the best cruise ship restaurants
May 2, 2012 By Leave a Comment
When it comes to cruise ship cuisine, the lines are really pushing the boat out, with restaurants on board to rival the best land-based ones. Julia McDonald rounds up her favourites … [Read more...]
The definitive guide to luxury cruises
April 19, 2012 By Leave a Comment
If ever there was a word that’s been overused in cruising over recent years, it is ‘luxury’. This commonplace adjective now seems to precede every utterance of ‘cruise’ … [Read more...]
Readers’ Cruises: Becoming a chaplain at sea
April 10, 2012 By Leave a Comment
A call to Cunard from his bishop led to the Rev. Bert Hatch becoming a chaplain at sea. He tells us about ‘playing it again’ in Casablanca and being a counsellor. One day in the early autumn of 2001 I found myself on the phone with a delightful lady at Cunard, who was offering me the post of Protestant chaplain aboard RMS Caronia. The ship would be visiting ports in Spain, Portugal, Morocco, the Canary Islands and Madeira, none of … [Read more...]
Top 5 spas onboard a cruise
March 14, 2012 By Leave a Comment
The cream of today’s cruise ship spas are up there with the world’s best. From calming retreats perfect for pure relaxation or hedonistic high-tech havens … [Read more...]
The Ultimate Shore Excursions
February 16, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Try horse riding in the Caribbean, visit a volcano in Iceland or race through river rapids in Canada- cruise excursions are reinventing themselves in a big way. … [Read more...]
Chef Nobu joins Crystal Cruise
January 25, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Celebrity chef Nobu Matsuhisa will be on board Crystal Serenity this May to serve as executive chef in his speciality restaurants Silk Road and the Sushi Bar (pictured below). The world-famous Japanese chef plans to give cooking instruction, personally prepare dishes, take pictures with guests and sign autographs during the 12-night western European/Mediterranean voyage departing Dover on 24th May 2012. Nobu’s Japanese-Peruvian fusion has … [Read more...]
The world’s most luxurious staterooms
January 18, 2012 By Leave a Comment
If you want to cruise in style then look no further – we’ve rounded up some of the most sumptuous suites at sea Royal Loft Suite - Royal Caribbean On board Allure of the Seas and Oasis of the Seas Standout features This extraordinary space is one of the only duplexes at sea, and debuted on the mighty Oasis of the Seas. There are numerous other firsts including floor-to-ceiling glass windows, abstract modern art, the mezzanine floor, baby … [Read more...]
Celebs on Board in 2012
January 10, 2012 By Leave a Comment
From Herr Flick to Peter Sissons – the cruise lines have a star-stodded roster of entertainers, adventurers, sportsmen and authors on board. … [Read more...]
Crystal Cruises Releases 2013/2014 Cruise Calendar
November 2, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Crystal Cruises has released its calendar for 2013 and early 2014, featuring shorter cruises as well as those based around world famous local events. After an initial announcement earlier this year, Crystal Cruises has produced its earliest ever schedule announcement with details of a further 63 itineraries. This 2013/2014 schedule encompasses a total of 269 ports in 75 countries, with more than a dozen maiden calls and 146 local overnights, which … [Read more...]
