Why a Crystal Cruise?

Set sail into a world of grand luxury, pampering service and exotic destinations. People are the cornerstone of their commitment to quality, and Crystal Cruises takes enormous pride in its crew and staff. Their Norwegian Captains and their staff of officers are among the finest at sea. Each member of the staff goes through Crystal Cruises' rigorous selection and training process, ensuring that they are uniquely qualified to serve you. With people, as with everything else they do, "compromise has no place: they are simply the best in the world."

This constant pursuit of excellence has consistently earned them the highest ratings in the cruise industry from premier publications like Travel + Leisure and Condé Nast Traveler. Six-Star quality means more than awards and accolades; it means the constant pursuit of a single goal: to create the best, then make it better. They are not just aiming to provide a fabulous vacation, they are aiming to create an experience that will enrich your life and provide memories to cherish forever.

• One of the industry's highest guest-to-staff and guest-to-space ratios.
• Variety of gourmet dining options, from Italian to sushi.
• Excellent children's onboard facilities and activities.
• Big ships offer luxury on a larger scale.

Crystal Cruises offers an intriguing, hybrid-style cruise experience. With two ships that carry more than 940 passengers, Crystal has carved out a niche that offers the amenities and activities associated with larger vessels, as well as top-notch dining and service that are part of a luxury experience.

Crystal is owned by NYK Line of Japan and is based in Los Angeles. The line was founded in 1990 with Crystal Harmony as its first ship. Crystal Symphony soon followed. Crystal Serenity, the line's newest ship, debuted in 2003, and Crystal Harmony departed from the fleet two years later.

Beyond its well-deserved reputation for dining, service and big-ship options, Crystal Cruises is particularly known for signature features that include onboard sushi bars, huge wine cellars, paddle tennis, expansive Computer University@Sea labs and one of the best enrichment programs in cruising.  Crystal offers the best program for children in the luxury market.

12 Days Barcelona to Venice

From: $4,840.00 Number of Nights: 12 Ship: Crystal Serenity

Rome was both the focal point of the Roman Empire and of Christendom. Landmarks such as the Colosseum, Forum, Pantheon, Vatican, Sistine Chapel and Spanish Steps are reminders of the legacy of its rich past. Corfu is considered one of the Mediterranean's best-kept secrets. Its lush interior is covered in cypress and olive trees while the main downtown area has elegant Venetian architecture and a serene atmosphere. Theme Cruise: Crystal Wine & Food Festival [More Details]