Crystal Cruise Lines (Crystal Cruises)

Crystal Cruises celebrated its return to cruising from New York City as Crystal Symphony sets sail this evening on her Luxury Bermuda Escapes.

Crystal River Cruises has announced that soprano vocalist and German performer, Anna-Maria Kaufmann, will be the godmother of Crystal Bach. The newly-built Rhine Class river ship…

Crystal River Cruises has held a keel-laying ceremony for its first two new-build ‘Rhine Class’ vessels, Crystal Bach and Crystal Mahler. Scheduled to launch in summer 2017, the two…

Construction work has commenced on Crystal River Cruises' first new-build vessel, which the company is billing as the world's most luxurious river cruiser. A steel-cutting ceremony…

Crystal Cruises has revealed the newest addition to its air fleet, ahead of the launch of its Crystal Luxury Air venture. The new Bombardier Global Express XRS jet is configured to…

Crystal Cruises has unveiled the next addition to its Crystal Yacht Cruises venture - a 183-metre-long, 200-passenger mega-yacht that will feature huge suites, a cinema, theatre, helicopters…

Genting Hong Kong, which is launching multiple new cruise ventures in the coming years, has accelerated its expansion plans by agreeing to acquire three European shipyards. The Asian…

Crystal Cruises has christened its new luxury yacht in the Seychelles, ahead of its inaugural voyage. The Crystal Esprit becomes the first yacht to join the fleet of Crystal's new…

Crystal Cruises has purchased a new Boeing 777 as it bids to take its luxury cruise concept to the skies. Following its takeover by Genting Hong Kong earlier this year, Crystal unveiled…

Crystal Cruises has expanded and accelerated the launch of its new river cruise venture. The company, which was recently acquired by Genting Hong Kong, has confirmed that Crystal River…

Crystal Cruises has unveiled details of its new luxury river cruise business, which is set to launch in March 2017. First announced last month as part of a major expansion plan,…

Crystal Cruises has unveiled plans to significantly expand the scope of its business, with new river cruise, luxury yacht and expedition cruise ventures, and even luxury air tours aboard its…

EDIE RODRIGUEZ has been named as Crystal Cruises' new president & chief executive offer, following Genting Hong Kong's acquisition of the company. Ms Rodriguez has previously held…

Genting Hong Kong has completed the acquisition of Crystal Cruises. The deal, which was first announced in early March, has seen Genting purchase the luxury cruise company from Nippon…

For the first time in Crystal Cruises' history, both of its ships - Crystal Symphony and Crystal Serenity - will embark on a world cruises in 2018. The company, which is being…

Genting Hong Kong has unveiled plans to expand its cruise portfolio with the acquisition of luxury operator Crystal Cruises. The Asian company, which currently operates Star Cruises…

Crystal Cruises has announced one of its itineraries will navigate the Northwest Passage in 2016. The cruise line will be the first in the luxury category to take on the 900-mile…

Crystal Cruises has unveiled its itineraries up to early 2017 to cater for advanced bookers. The announcement is the earliest the line has made for forward cruises, with fares now…

Crystal Cruises has launched a new travel agent incentive in the UK. The ‘Crystal Cruises Seahorse Stakes’ allows agents to work as an agency to build up bookings and prizes. Five…

Crystal Cruises will raise rates on a record number of cruises when its sale finishes on 1 March. The cruise line has warned travellers they may soon not be able to get spaces on its…

Crystal Cruises has announced free WiFi for Crystal Society members. Those signed up to the loyalty club will be able to get 60 minutes of free WiFi for every day of the cruise,…

Crystal Cruises has revealed the results of a major US$17 million refurbishment of its Crystal Serenity liner, including the addition of a new top room type, the Crystal Penthouses.…

A series of high-profile figures will come together on Crystal Cruises' 2014 World Cruise, to take part in a series of panel discussions. The line-up includes diplomats, political…

Crystal Cruises is to double voluntourism opportunities on its 2014 World Cruise. The ultra-luxury operator is expanding the ‘You Care, We Care’ programme on Serenity’s 89-day LA-London…

Crystal Cruises has announced three additions to its guest speaker programme with Edwina Currie, Sue McGregor and Kathy Reichs all being added to its roster. Currie, the former Tory…

Ultra luxury specialist Crystal Cruises will run a series of wine and food themed voyages in 2014, including a specially prepared microbrewing sailing. The cruises, which will cover…

Tour operator Kuoni is to introduce tailor-made cruise packages, which will be available through its retail network and to travel agents. The company will only supply cruises with…

Crystal Cruises has unveiled a new itinerary that will allow its passengers to explore the landlocked Chinese regions of Tibet and Sichuan. Guests on the Crystal Symphony’s April 2014…

Crystal Cruises has released sales for cruises up to spring 2016. Cruises released so far are two ‘Antarctica and South America’ itineraries from Buenos Aires; new Panama Canal…

Crystal Cruises has started complying with a new set of environmentally-friendly docking procedures at the Port of Los Angeles. The Vessel Speed Reduction Program (VSRP) lowers the…

Crystal Cruises will significantly expand its range of offerings in the Asia Pacific region next year. The ultra-luxury cruise line revealed details of its 2014 Asian itineraries on…

Ultra luxury cruise line Crystal Cruises has given an award  for its environmental initiatives by the Port of Los Angeles.  The accolade, 2012 Vessel Speed Reduction Programme, is in…

Crystal Cruises has revealed that it will be adding twelve itineraries to its single travellers’ programme, a deal where the line makes it easier for those cruising alone. The ‘Sole…

Ultra-luxury operator Crystal Cruises has announced an extension to its ‘Sell 3/ Sail Free’ incentive programme where agents can earn a cruise and stay in a Crystal Penthouse. The new…

Ultra-luxury operator Crystal Cruises has announced a 38% increase in advance global bookings plus US$93 million increase in global revenue year-on-year (y-o-y). The last twelve…

Ultra-luxury cruise line Crystal Cruises has announced it will be offering a shore excursion to Christ the Redeemer in Brazil, where guests can take in a mass at the sacred chapel.…

Ultra-luxury cruise line Crystal Cruises has released ‘Crystal Adventures’ online for its 2014 world cruise, just days after their 2013 world cruise set sail, which marks the voyage’s…

Ultra-luxury operator Crystal Cruises has announced a programme of American Football guest speakers onboard its Baltic itinerary in June.  Miami Dolphins Hall of Fame fullback Larry Csonka,…

Ultra-luxury line Crystal Cruises has announced a unique sailing for 2013 which is themed around ‘gardens and floral design’. ‘La Dolce Vita’ will be an eleven-night voyage from Barcelona…

Ultra-luxury cruise line Crystal Cruises has added Tokyo star chef Luca Fantin to its roster of guest experts. The man behind the Bulgari Ginza Tower restaurant, Il Restorante, will be…

Luxury cruise operator Crystal Cruises has revealed details of its experience packages for its Grand Prix-themed Mediterranean cruise in May 2013.  The cruise, which will be onboard the…

Luxury cruise line Crystal Cruises has revealed the industry’s first ‘living wall at sea’ on the 922-passenger Crystal Symphony.  The free-standing vertical garden, which was created by…

Crystal Cruises has announced that its seven night West Coast voyage of the US will feature complimentary live performances from acclaimed jazz musicians. “California’s natural beauty and…

Crystal Cruises has launched a new onboard magic show. Led by magician Rich Bloch, the 'Magic Castle at Sea' concept will see Hollywood magicians come aboard Crystal's ships to entertain…

Crystal Cruises has become the first luxury cruise line to unveil details of its 2015 World Cruise. Announced far before other lines, Crystal revealed the Crystal Serenity itinerary will…

Crystal Cruise Lines has recently revealed details for its 2015 World Cruise.  The showcase was done to mark its 20th World Cruise as well as the 25th anniversary of the company. The 2015…

Crystal Cruises has revealed early details of its 2015 World Cruise. The voyage, which will mark the company's 20th World Cruise and Crystal Cruises' 25th anniversary, will feature a brand…

Crystal Cruises luxury liner, Crystal Symphony, has completed a two-week makeover. The latest work, which revamped several lounges and F&B venues, marks the culmination of a US$65…

Hollywood film-makers George Lucas, Robert  Zemeckis and Ron Howard have been enlisted by Crystal Cruises to launch a new film-making course on its ships. The directors and producers,…

Renovations to Crystal Symphony have been completed after five years. The Crystal Cruises’ ship has had all rooms and public spaces redesigned as part of a £42 million plan, which includes…

Crystal Cruises has tightened its anti-discount policy on agent transferred bookings to discourage clients from shopping around for prices while onboard. The new policy, from immediate…

Crystal Cruises has introduced 12 new short Mediterranean itineraries from July through December 2012. Five-day itineraries include a cruise form Cannes to Rome on 1 August and Barcelona to…

Louis XIV’s marital stomping grounds, puffins’ Icelandic party pad, a former Prussian capital, Napoleon’s birthplace, and the gateway to Norway’s most scenic vistas are among seven European…

Amadeus gears up for mobile launch Amadeus is preparing to launch its white-label mobile solution to travel agents after signing a five-year collaboration deal with Dutch-based Sound of…

The international luxury travel market has faced real challenges in the last few years. How has Crystal fared in the UK in these tough economic times? I cannot argue that 2010 / 2011…

Crystal Cruises has increased its voyages to Hong Kong for 2013 and 2014. The luxury cruise line's Crystal Serenity and Crystal Symphony liners will offer a range of 10-, 12-, 14- and…