Crystal Cruises Adds Black Sea Voyage in 2010

Posted on Tuesday, February 16, 2010

 Due to strong demand, luxury specialist Crystal Cruises has expanded its 2010 European cruise collection to include two Black Sea voyages this summer.  The two new itineraries feature a maiden visit to Sevastopol, Ukraine, as well as calls in Greece, Italy, Bulgaria and Turkey.  Steeped in artistic, military and architectural history, the 12-day cruises sail from Venice to Istanbul on July 19 and August 24 aboard the award-winning Crystal Serenity.

Beginning with overnight stays in Venice, the itineraries visit Katakolon (birthplace of the Olympics) and Navplion, Greece; Nesebur, Bulgaria; Yalta, Sevastopol and Odessa, Ukraine; and conclude with an overnight stay in Istanbul, Turkey.  Other highlights include the sail from Venice, the cruise through the Dardanelles and the Bosporus Straits.

Distinguished speakers on world affairs, architecture, science and culture add rich dimension to the voyages,  including Newsweek's Chief Political Correspondent, Senior Editor and Deputy Washington Bureau Chief, Howard Fineman;  Dr. David Davenport, Research Fellow at the Hoover Institution at Stanford University and former president of Pepperdine University; and Dr. Bulent Atalay, a compelling expert on art, archaeology and the sciences.

Two-for-one cruise fares start at $6,470 per person, and include $1,000 per person 'All Inclusive – As You Wish' shipboard credits.  Free air transportation from more than 20 North American gateways – Business Class air for Penthouse guests – is also included.

Crystal Cruises is the winner of the hospitality industry's most coveted awards, including being voted World's Best Large Cruise Line by the readers of Travel + Leisure (for 14 consecutive years), Best Large-Ship Cruise Line by the readers of Condé Nast Traveler magazine (for 16 years), and Crystal Serenity is the highest rated large ship in the latter magazine's February 2010 issue.

Crystal Cruise Deals

Posted on Tuesday, July 28, 2009

Press Release:

LOS ANGELES, July 27 /PRNewswire/ -- From up to $3,000 off per couple and up to $2,000 per couple in shipboard credits to group and family incentives, Crystal Cruises is providing exceptional value and variety, as well as luxury, for discriminating travelers.

"A Crystal vacation, along with consistently being voted 'World's Best' by savvy travelers, is an inherently great value. Every detail of the Crystal experience is attended to with special care," says Bill Smith, Crystal's senior vice president. "When travelers realize the amount and scope of these offers, they will find the savings are extraordinary."

Celebration Savings

To celebrate of an unprecedented 15 years as "Best Large-Ship Cruise Line," up to $1,500 per person savings off most fall Mediterranean, South America, Amazon, New England/Canada, Caribbean and Transatlantic voyages.

All Inclusive - As You Wish

Up to $1,000 per person spending credit on most cruises to customize one's vacation with experiences that are personally meaningful - from fine wines to Crystal Adventures ashore.

Crystal Family Memories Program - Two Savings Options

For six full-fare berths: $500 credit toward a Crystal Private Adventure, kids under 17 sail free, plus other perks

For 10 full-fare berths: One complimentary berth, plus all of the above perks.

Round-trip Miami Panama Canal Combo

Save more than $1,000 and enjoy a $1,000 per person 'All Inclusive - As You Wish" shipboard credit for the 22-day combination of two Panama Canal transit sailings.

Big Savings on Thanksgiving Voyages

Save 50% or more off Crystal Symphony's wine and food focuses, Amazon journey, or Crystal Serenity's jazz cruise through the Caribbean, both departing November 22.

Value Collection Sailings

Save up to 50% on seven sailings through the Panama Canal, South America, New England and Canada, Caribbean and the Amazon, and a transatlantic crossing.

Crystal Assurance Plan

Crystal's price guarantee protects guests if the fare for their stateroom is later reduced, plus offers reduced cruise fare deposits, deadlines and cancellation periods.

Combo Cruise Savings

Guests booking two or more fall cruises back-to-back can save up to 5% on the fare for each voyage.

Onboard Booking Savings

Guests booking a future cruise on board receive up to 4.5% off their next cruise.

For terms and conditions and Crystal reservations, contact 800-942-3301

Crystal Cruises 2010

Posted on Sunday, June 28, 2009

20th Anniversary Savings in Mediterranean and Northern Europe

In celebration of Crystal Cruises' 20th Anniversary of luxury cruising, we're giving you up to $3,000 per couple ($1,500 per person) savings on ALL 2010 Mediterranean and Northern Europe cruises when booked by December 31, 2009.

On a classic Mediterranean cruise, enjoy the stately beaches of St-Tropez and Barcelona or explore the iconic landmarks of Athens and Rome. In Mykonos, explore fine boutiques and delightful waterfront cafés, or in Santorini take a leisurely stroll amid white-washed buildings and charming cobblestone streets. Northern Europe offers the natural beauty of Scotland's medieval castles in the British Isles and the enchanting fairytale towns of Norway, while the Baltic reveals the majesty of St. Petersburg's Russian Versailles.

On board your luxury ship the celebration continues with complimentary "As You Wish" shipboard credits (up to $2,000 per couple) to spend any way you wish. Spa treatments, fine wines, Crystal Adventures^® shore excursions and more. The choices - all of them - are exclusively yours.

Sailings: April 29th - Dec 1, 2010. Book by December 31, 2009
Prices from $2,650 pp on select dates.

Crystal Cruises 2009

Posted on Wednesday, June 17, 2009

2009 Crystal Assurance Plan The World's Best cruise line provides a risk-free return on your 2009 cruise investment. As a savvy guest in today's economy, you are seeking risk-free returns on your investments. Therefore, in addition to providing the World's Best vacation experience both onboard and ashore, we have developed the Crystal Assurance Plan (CAP). This new plan includes several policies that will guarantee you, the security and peace of mind that you are making the smartest choice when you invest in the World's Best. Price Guarantee and Protection If you book a 2009 or 2010 cruise and the fare for your stateroom category is later reduced, you will be protected at the reduced fare.* Lower Deposits: Crystal has lowered 2009 and 2010 cruise deposits from 10% to 5% for all itineraries (except 2009 and 2010 World Cruise and its voyages). Extended Options: Crystal will increase the option period from three days to seven before your deposit is required. Cancellation Period Reduction: You may now cancel your cruise from 75 up to 45 days prior to sailing without penalty on all 2009 and 2010 itineraries (except 2009 and 2010 World Cruise and its voyages). We know the challenges you are facing. Please rest assured that in addition to the above measures Crystal will continue to offer a luxury vacation experience that is tried-and-true. An experience that has been voted World's Best more than any other cruise line, hotel or resort in history. An experience that is possibly the most secure investment you can make today. As always, the difference is Crystal clear.

Crystal Cruise Specials

Posted on Wednesday, May 06, 2009

Europe: Your Way with Crystal Cruises includes a $2,000 per couple shipboard credit, PLUS bonus savings of up to $3,000.

Book TODAY for the best available staterooms and the most fabulous cruise offers in Europe – GUARANTEED!

We invite you to experience Europe in unprecedented luxury aboard the fine ships of Crystal Cruises – voted the “Best Large-Ship Cruise Line” for 15 consecutive years by the readers of Condé Nast Traveler.

Featured dates include 11- to 12-day cruises from $4,080 per person aboard Crystal Serenity in the Mediterranean or 11- to 14-day sailings in the Baltic and British Isles on Crystal Symphony from $4,245 per person.
 
Book your TODAY to receive fabulous cruise pricing – and more:

• Use “As You Wish” $2,000 per couple shipboard credit
• Bonus savings of up to $3,000 per couple on designated dates
 
AND, if you select is an Ensemble Hosted Cruise, you'll enjoy additional amenities and benefits available only through your Ensemble Travel Group member agency:

• Ensemble Experience complimentary event ashore
• Private cocktail party aboard ship
• Company of a gracious and knowledgeable Ensemble Host

PLUS, all 2009 Europe sailings include Ensemble Exclusive pre-paid shipboard gratuities and feature the Crystal Cruises Best Price Guarantee: The fare you pay today promises to be the lowest – ever. And if it drops? Crystal Cruises will automatically adjust it!

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