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Click here
for Crystal Serenity Shipboard Guide |
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With the Satchmo classic "What a wonderful world" playing
over the PA System,
Crystal Serenity
moves away from the dock, leaving the hustle and bustle of
Nassau behind. I sit out on my balcony as we sail into a
picture-perfect Bahama sunset, realizing that I am indeed
living in a "wonderful world" on this beautiful ship.
Offering its guests an unprecedented number of options when
it comes to entertainment, enrichment and food,
Crystal Serenity
is definitely "the right ship at the right time", offering a
wonderful combination of big-ship feel and small-ship
service. |
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In 1990, Crystal
Cruises introduced their first ship, the 48,621-ton Crystal Harmony. Years of research
preceded the much-anticipated launch of the high end cruise
line, offering passengers the best of all worlds. Financially
backed by Japan's NYK Line, Crystal Cruises was set up by
respected industry veterans. And ever since
the maiden voyage of Crystal Harmony, now 15 years ago, the line has
received numerous accolades and awards, culminating in being
voted "Best Large-Ship
Cruise Line" by the readers of Condé Nast Traveler magazine
nine times in a row.. |
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Five years
after the introduction of Crystal Harmony,. near-sister
Crystal Symphony
was launched. And in 2002 a third ship joined the
Crystal fleet. Crystal Serenity was built at the
prestigious French Chantiers de l'Atlantique yard and
incorporates many of the same features as her two older fleet
mates, albeit on a slightly grander scale. With a gross
tonnage of 68,870, she carries only 1,096 passengers in
spacious surroundings. Sailing on worldwide itineraries that
often bring them to far-off and exclusive harbors, the Crystal
triplets offer a product that is a innovative cross between
the ultra-deluxe boutique ships and the
upper crust of the premium mass market. Crystal Serenity is friendly enough to feel
right at home on, yet she is large enough to be anonymous if you want. And
she is definitely luxurious enough to feel utterly pampered. |
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Cruise Line: |
Crystal
Cruises |
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Year built: |
2002 |
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Price tag: |
US$ 350
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Yard: |
Chantiers de
l'Atlantique, St Nazaire, France |
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Gross Tonnage: |
68,870 |
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Length: |
250.0 m (820.2 ft) |
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Beam: |
32.2 m (111.5 ft) |
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Passengers
(norm.): |
1,096 |
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Passengers
(max): |
1,140 |
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Crew: |
655 |
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Service speed: |
22.0 knots |
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Flag: |
Bahamas |
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I joined
Crystal Serenity for a 7-day Thanksgiving cruise from Ft.
Lauderdale, calling at Freeport and Nassau in the Bahamas,
Cozumel and Key West. With the ports of call being run of the
mill for most guests, the ship took center stage on this fully
booked voyage. So, let's quickly see what Crystal Serenity
has in store for us! |
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