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Crystal charts new course through river cruising

09 Sep 2015
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CRYSTAL River Cruises has

unveiled more detailed

plans for its collection of

two Crystal river yacht vessels,

which will be launched in

Europe starting in late March

2017.

“The new series of

vessels will boast a yachtlike

design featuring larger

accommodations and spaceto-guest

ratio than any

other river cruise ship, and

include Crystal’s signature

all-inclusive six-star service,

plus a fresh approach to the

traditional river itineraries and

experiences,” says Crystal

president and ceo, Edie

Rodriguez.

The 70-suite luxury river

yachts will feature 23 sqm

guest suites with walk-in

wardrobes, king-size beds

and bathrooms with double

vanities; two 46 sqm

Penthouse Suites, and

spacious public areas,

including Palm Court with

dance floor and glass-domed

roof, and a fitness centre and

spa.

“Crystal will dedicate a

portion of each cruise to

sailing along rivers in central

Europe – including France,

Germany, Switzerland,

Holland, Belgium, Austria,

Slovakia, Hungary, Croatia,

Serbia, Romania and Bulgaria

– during daytime hours,

allowing travellers to relish

the extraordinary scenery.

This timing also affords

guests the opportunity to

enjoy the nightlife in selected

destinations with port

overnights, which will often

present inclusive culinary

experiences ashore at

Michelin-starred restaurants

and local eateries and

exclusive evening events and

entertainment,” Edie says.

Crystal’s itineraries will also

intentionally deviate from

traditional river cruise routes

to avoid congestion of other

vessels in port.

Crystal will launch its newest

shore-side programme, called

Active Exploration Adventures,

tailored for guests wanting

a high-intensity shore-side

activity.

Itineraries, fares and

bookings for Crystal River

Cruises will be available

beginning December 1.

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