Crystal Serenity
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68000
Tonnage
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2003
Built Year
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2011
Refurbished Year
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655
Crew
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1080
Pax Capacity
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9
Bars
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2
Pools
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1
Casinos
Sailings
Ship Information
- Maiden Voyage: 2003
- Tonnage: 68,000 tons
- Length: 820.00 feet
- Avg Speed: 20.00
- Passenger Capacity: 1,080
- Normal Crew Size: 655
- Registration Country: Bahamas
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Cabin Features
- Babysitting
- Children Activities
- Children Playroom
- Hairdryer
- Telephone
- Television
- 24-Hour Room Service
- Youth Program
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Special Requests
- Adjoining Cabins
- Special Dietary Meals
- Wheelchair Accessible Cabins
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Fitness Facilities
- Fitness Center
- Golf Instructors
- Jogging
- 2 Swimming Pools
- 1 Children Swimming Pools
- Tennis Court
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Services
- 9 Bars
- Beauty Salon
- 1 Casinos
- 2 Clubs
- Chapel
- Dry Cleaning
- Hottub
- Internet Access
- Library
- Movie Theatre
- Self Laundry
- Shops
- Showroom
- Spa
- Wedding
Dining
Crystal Dining Room
Trident Bar and Grill
Lido Cafe
Sushi Bar
Prego Restaurant
Jade Garden Restaurant
Silk Road Restaurant
Le Bistro
Age Restrictions
Crystal Cruises is unable to accommodate children under six (6) months of age without a waiver of consent signed by a parent and reserves the right to restrict the number of those under three (3) years of age aboard the ship. Any child under the age of eighteen (18) must be accompanied by an adult over the age of twenty-one (21). In addition, if the adult accompanying this child is not a parent, a 'Parental Consent Guardianship Form' must be signed by a parent or legal guardian and received by Crystal Cruises prior to sailing. Children under the age of twenty-one (21) are not permitted in the ship's casino or to participate in any monetary-based games of chance (including Bingo) on board.
Tipping
With Crystal’s all-inclusive cruising, complimentary gratuities for housekeeping (butler, stateroom stewardess and assistant stewardess), bar and dining staff (including specialty restaurants) are included.
If you would like to present gratuities for other service personnel, please do so at your discretion, or if you have any questions regarding gratuities, please contact the Reception Desk on board.
We suggest a 15% gratuity for Crystal Spa & Salon services, which may be added to your bill and charged to your shipboard account.
Cabins
All categories on this ship contain the following:
- Twice daily housekeeping including evening turndown service
- Queen-size bed or twin beds with plush duvet
- Flat panel television(s) with Blu-ray DVD/CD player
- In-suite satellite TV; movies available from the library
- 24- hour room service
- Telephones
- Wireless Internet access and data port for laptop computer hook-up
- Fresh Flowers
- Complimentary soft drinks, beer and bottled water in room
- Fresh fruit basket replenished throughout voyage upon request
- Aveda bath amenities
- Electronic "Do Not Disturb" doorbell
- Security Safe
- Complimentary wine plus choice of spirits upon embarkation
- Sophisticated one-touch lighting
- Hairdryer
- Self-service launderettes
- Stocked refrigerator
- Fast-track Check-in on board ship
- Frette bathrobes, kimonos, and slippers
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Category Code(s): C1,C2,C3
- 226 square feet
- Deck 7
- Spacious seating area with soft leather sofa
- Large picture window
- Double sink bathroom with bathtub/shower combination
- Spacious wall closet
- Fresh fruit basket replenished throughout voyage upon request
- Schott Zwiesel stemware
Oceanview
Balcony
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Category Code(s): A1,A2,B1,B2,B3,P1,P2
- 269 square feet
- Decks 8, 9, and 10
- Spacious seating area with soft leather sofa
- Private verandah
- Double sink bathroom with bathtub/shower combination
- Spacious wall closet
- Schott Zwiesel stemware
- Mohair blanket
Suite
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Category Code(s): PH
- 403 square feet
- Decks 10 and 11
- Comfortable living room
- Private verandah
- Vanity in dressing area
- Full Jacuzzi bathtub with separate shower
- Spacious walk-in closet
- Personal Butler service
- Queen-size bed or twin beds with plush duvet, and 100% Egyptian cotton linens
- Order-in from specialty restaurants Silk Road and Prego
- A la carte canape menu served daily
- Reidel stemware
- Guaranteed preferred dining in the Crystal Dining room
- Dining at an Officer table upon request
- Crystal Spa in-suite massage (Spa rates apply)
- Mohair blanket
- Binoculars
- Personal stationery upon request
- Complimentary champagne and welcome lunch for early embarkation
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Category Code(s): PS
- 538 square feet
- Deck 11
- Sizeable living room
- Private verandah
- Dining area
- Separate bedroom area with vanity and picture window
- Full Jacuzzi bathtub with separate shower and bidet
- Spacious walk-in closet
- Personal Butler service
- Order-in from specialty restaurants Silk Road and Prego
- A la carte canape menu served daily
- Reidel stemware
- Guaranteed preferred dining in the Crystal Dining room
- Dining at an Officer table upon request
- Invitation to private Captain's Quarters Cocktail Party (when operationally available)
- Crystal Spa in-suite massage (Spa rates apply)
- Mohair blanket
- Binoculars
- Personal stationery upon request
- Complimentary champagne and welcome lunch for early embarkation
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Category Code(s): CP
- Deck 11
- 1,345 square feet
- Spacious well-appointed living room
- Large private verandah (with teak furniture on Crystal Symphony)
- Luxurious dining area
- Large separate bedroom
- Master bath with ocean view Jacuzzi, separate shower and bidet
- His/Her spacious walk-in closet
- Private workout area
- Guest bathroom
- Library and pantry
- Personal Butler Service
- Frette bathrobes, kimonos, and slippers
- State-of-the-art Bang & Olufsen sound system
- Choice of newspaper delivered once daily
- Complimentary welcome bottle of Cristal champagne upon arrival
- Order-in from specialty restaurants Silk Road and Prego
- A la carte canape menu served daily
- Reidel stemware
- Guaranteed preferred dining in the Crystal Dining room
- Dining at an Officer table upon request
- Invitation to private Captain's Quarters Cocktail Party (when operationally available)
- Crystal Spa in-suite massage (Spa rates apply)
- Cashmere blanket
- Binoculars
- Personal stationery upon request
- Complimentary champagne and welcome lunch for early embarkation
- Immediate suite availability at embarkation (when possible)
- A total of two private car/minivan transfers per voyage from/to the designated airport in the port city of embarkation and debarkation; or transfers to/from other locations within 100 miles of the port city of embarkation
Life on Board
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Crystal Dining Room
The menu offers an extensive selection of regionally inspired cuisine prepared in the classical French tradition. The array of tantalizing options includes their “Lighter Fare” low-sodium, low-cholesterol and low-carb selections, plus vegetarian offerings.
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Lido Cafe
The Lido Café is a bright and welcoming space boasting modern food islands (in place of traditional long buffets) and floor-to-ceiling windows offering panoramic views. Perfect for breakfast and lunch, the vibe is relaxed and the choices are incredible.
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Prego Restaurant
Charming and romantic, Prego brings the flavors of Italy to Crystal Symphony and Crystal Serenity. The intimate European restaurant features classic Italian dishes. A seasonally-changing Valentino at Prego menu features signature dishes and wines that are served at Piero Selvaggio's revered Los Angeles and Las Vegas restaurants.
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Scoops Ice Cream Bar
All new counters, digital signage and a toppings display case showcase what is on offer at Scoops ice cream bar, perfectly located just off the pool area where plush sofas and armchairs invite laid back relaxation and conversation. Teak decking and mosaic tiles help define the space.
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Silk Road
Crystal Serenity's Silk Road restaurant features the eclectic cuisine of famed master chef Nobuyuki 'Nobu' Matsuhisa with dishes prepared by Nobu-trained chefs. Matsuhisa redefined sushi with an innovative blending of classically styled Japanese foods with distinct Peruvian and European influences. Silk Road presents more than two dozen of Nobu's signature appetizers, soups, salads, entrees, and desserts.
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Sushi Bar
Matsuhisa redefined sushi with an innovative blending of classically styled Japanese foods with distinct Peruvian and European influences. He guided The Sushi Bar's intimate design and unveiled his own line of fine china in The Sushi Bar and Silk Road during the ship's inaugural season. The Sushi Bar offers an assortment of Nobu's signature sushi and sashimi, including Salmon Tartar with Sevruga Caviar, Tiradito Nobu-style, and Yellowtail Sashimi with Jalapeno.
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Tastes
On Crystal Serenity's Tastes, homemade soups are prepared daily, accompanying such starters as Deconstructed Grilled Shrimp Salad, Stir-Fry Hokkien Noodles and Pizza di Margherita. Main courses include Spiced Duck Samosa, Vietnamese Crab Spring Rolls or Saffron Marinated Lamb Kebabs, with a choice of side orders such as Garlic Mashed Potatoes or Vegetables Slow-Roasted in Olive Oil. A selection of premium wines is available by the glass or by the bottle.
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The Bistro
This popular Parisian-style coffee bar and cafe is a favorite meeting place. Espresso, latte's and cappuccino are served in our exclusive Bistro Collection of porcelain. Light snacks are served throughout the day, ranging from fresh pastries and fruit in the morning to a selection of international cheeses, charcuterie, pastries and other delicacies in the afternoon.
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The Vintage Room
An innovative concept in wining and dining is offered aboard Crystal Cruises. The Vintage Room promotes wine education and the vast range of fine wines available on board. In addition to tastings and discussions in this beautiful room, guests may partake in a variety of private wine-themed dinners by special arrangement with the Head Sommelier.
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Trident Grill
Trident Grill features a three-course, low-carbohydrate menu. This newest addition to the already numerous dining choices was launched in response to the diet trend that has become a standard requirement for many of Crystal's guests.
Dining
Spa and Beauty
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Crystal Spa & Salon
Experience the sublime and the sensuous in the Crystal Spa & Salon. The first floating spa to use the principles of Feng Shui. Treatments include: Aroma Stone Therapy, Japanese Silk Booster Facial and Well-Being Massage, all enjoyed in the relaxing spa with beautiful Asian artifacts and the peaceful ambiance of Feng Shui. The spa features panoramic sea views, which surround a facility offering sauna, steam, a full-service hair salon and a well-equipped fitness center.
Onboard Activities
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Computer University@Sea
The extensiveness of Crystal's program is unmatched in both its variety and originality - guests work on 27" Apple Macintosh computers as a team of expert techies offer complimentary instruction on topics ranging from basic computer skills on e-mail, Word, Excel and maximizing usage of your smart phones, iPads and other gadgets, to advanced digital photo finishing and website design. Guests enjoy 24-hour Internet access from every lab computer and from every stateroom.
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Hollywood Theatre
Sneak away to watch recent-release films and some classic film favorites in the Dolby-equipped Hollywood Theatre.
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Library
The well-stocked Library contains over 2,000 books on subjects ranging from classics to popular biographies, history to contemporary mysteries. There is also an entertaining selection of over 1,000 DVD movie titles and board games which may be borrowed without charge for your enjoyment during the cruise.
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Palm Court
With panoramic sea vistas enjoyed through vast floor-to-ceiling window walls, this delightfully airy forward lounge hosts Afternoon Tea daily, evening dancing and entertainment, classical music concerts and special parties.
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The Studio
The Studio is home to Crystal's revolutionary Creative Learning Institute including digital filmmaking.
Casino
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Casino
Crystal Cruises offers exciting games of chance in the new Crystal Casino featuring Blackjack, Mini-Baccarat, Craps, Roulette and 3 Card Poker, as well as Slot and Video Poker machines. A casino shipboard advance of up to $300 per person, per day, may be charged to your shipboard account using a major credit card or a personal check (up to a maximum of $3,000 per cruise). A line of credit may also be established prior to your cruise.
Night Life
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Avenue Saloon
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.
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Connoisseur Club
With an impressive selection ranging from Monte Cristo to Davidoff, this refined club-like cigar lounge is ideal for after-dinner drinks and conversation.
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Crystal Cove
Located just off the two-story Crystal Plaza in the very heart of both ships, the Crystal Cove piano bar is a perfect spot to enjoy an aperitif or specialty drink any time of day.
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Galaxy Lounge
The Galaxy Lounge is the venue for our award-winning production shows and a host of other evening performances. The showroom was custom-designed to offer perfect views from each of its seats, and features state-of-the-art sound and lighting systems.
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Pulse
Located near the Avenue Saloon and Connoisseur Club aboard Crystal Serenity, this high-energy dance club plays all the latest hits with a mix of long-time favorites.
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Stardust
This welcoming and comfortable lounge on Crystal Serenity is the perfect place for a pre-dinner dance and aperitif, and after dinner dancing as well. Throughout your cruise, here you will also enjoy intimate performances, recitals and special lectures.
Youth Activities
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Waves & Fantasia
Fantasia welcomes children ages 3-7 and 8-12, with games, crafts, popular Sony PlayStation and Xbox 360 kiosks and large-screen televisions, board games and personal computers with entertainment and education. A video arcade at Waves keeps teens ages 13-17 entertained as well. The Library offers a selection of children's books and videos for in-room viewing; children can also see recently released films in The Hollywood Theatre.
Sports and Fitness
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Fitness Facilities
Cruising is all about lifestyle, fine wining and dining, visiting exotic destinations and enjoying extravagant production shows. But today's guest is also interested in balancing the rich life of a cruise with health and fitness. If that sounds like you, then Crystal Cruises is your perfect vacation. From the wrap-around, all-outdoor teak Promenade Deck - one of the most popular features on all of Crystal's ships, and one you won't find on many other large cruise ships - to a Spa with one of the world's best views, every Crystal cruise offers a variety of options for keeping fit and well.
Shopping
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Shopping
All ships offer a chic 3,000-square foot Avenue of the Stars shopping arcade, featuring an exclusive selection of fine jewelry, designer apparel and cruise wear. Crystal Cruises also offers a full range of private-label logo apparel, and the award-winning Crystal Home Collection of popular items. In addition, there is a selection of sundry items, plus duty-free cosmetics and fragrances.
Pools
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Swimming Pool
Sunbathe, snooze and read while enjoying a refreshing drink poolside in the afternoon. Our two pools, the indoor/outdoor Neptune Pool and the full-length Seahorse Pool and adjoining Jacuzzi.
The food was top notch - absolutely the best. The choices were varied and anyone can find something they would like. The room was very comfortable and the linens were plush and cozy. The entertainment is broadway quality, very professional and polished. The enrichment program leaves something to be desired and did not meet expectations. High quality personnel. but not very good communicators/presenters. Some, such as "FBI in War and Peace", were not as described and seemed more of a current affairs news program. The excursions were average to good. The some guides were better than others. The poorer ones only pointed out landmarks but did not give any attention to detail. The better ones did a good job in describing some history, and the reasoning of the culture or historical significance. Crystal can do a better job in ensuring the quality of their guides. The included beverages were outstanding. The service staff was outstanding and most all were very attentive but not annoying. I can't say enough good things about the staff on board. Crystal advertises a six star rating in its marketing, but as such I expected a big "wow" factor. It is definitely a 5 star operation, but not a six star as advertised.
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Crystal Serenity Atlantic crossing voyage is excellent. We were busy all day/night long with excellent activities and shows. Beats flying back from Europe!!