Crystal Cruises was originally founded in 1988, but in 2022, the world-leading travel company A & K Travel Group acquired the Crystal brand and refurbished their flagships, Crystal Serenity and Crystal Symphony.
What is the passenger capacity on a Crystal ship?
Crystal Serenity has a capacity for 740 guests and Crystal Symphony, 606 guests. Both ships boast a high crew-to-guest ratio.
What can I expect on a Crystal sailing?
Crystal offers a truly luxurious and all-inclusive experience at sea. Guests can expect spacious accommodations, often with butler service, alongside exceptional dining at a variety of restaurants, including the acclaimed Umi Uma by Chef Nobu.
Their focus is to offer their guests a personalised, intuitive service in a refined yet relaxed atmosphere. Crystal guests are able to explore global destinations in sophisticated comfort.
What else is included on a Crystal voyage?
- All meals are served in the main dining room, along with various specialty restaurants, including Umi Uma (by Chef Nobu Matsuhisa), Osteria d'Ovidio (Italian), and Beefbar, as well as more casual options such as the Bistro, Trident Grill, and Scoops ice cream bar.
- All beverages, including hot and cold drinks. Soft and alcoholic drinks.
- Gratuities.
- Butler service for every guest room and suite.
- Fitness centre and fitness classes, including yoga, paddle tennis, and golf driving nets.
- Dance lessons and art classes.
- Elaborate, Broadway-style productions in the Galaxy Lounge, live music, and piano bars.
- Unlimited wifi.