Crystal Symphony

Recommended For

Travelers who care about quality and appreciate style with a bit of flash, and who want the facilities of a large ship; urbane first-time cruisers who can afford it.

Activities

Come join us aboard the Crystal Symphony and become engulfed in our widespread of activities. Allow our crew to broaden your imagination with our endless possibilities. We furnish activities to jazz up your two-step with our dance lessons, letting your mind run ramped in The Crystal Spa or even spending the day snuggled up with the book of your choice. The choice is yours!

* Dancing Lessons - Professional Dance Instructors offer regular classes in the most popular dance steps
* The Crystal Spa & Salon - Relax in the Health & Beauty Center, Spa & Gym
* The Crystal Photo Shop - Remember to purchase those photo keepsakes
* Avenue of the Stars Shopping - Shop until your heart's content in the 4 boutiques to choose from: Apropos, Captain's Choice, Crystal Collection & Facets
* Bridge Lounge - Card room to pass the time
* Computer University @ Sea - Computer room at your disposal
* Fantasia - Children's Playroom
* Library & Business Center
* Wimbledon Court - Paddle tennis court
* 2 Swimming Pools to choose from: Seahorse Pool (Pool plus 2 Jacuzzis) & Neptune Pool (Indoor/Outdoor Pool with Sliding Glass Roof, Swim-up bar & Trident Bar)
* Waves - Teens Room
* Golf Driving Net & Putting Green

Dining

Critics agree, Crystal's cuisine is the finest at sea. Crystal's hand-selected team of chefs respects three essential principles: the highest-quality ingredients, classical French preparation, and abiding passion for their craft. The Chefs, Sauciers, Patissiers and other specialists also relish the inspiration of foreign cultures and ingredients they encounter during their ceaseless voyaging. It is this spark of international creativity - the Crystal touch - that turns a fine dish into a masterpiece.

* The Crystal Dining Room - The main dining room is quite elegant, with plenty of space around each table
* Lido Cafe - Buffet-Style Indoor/outdoor venue for Breakfast & Lunch
* Palm Court - For Afternoon Tea or Coffee with a choice of Sandwiches, Cakes & Pastries
* Trident Snack Bar & Grill - Poolside Buffet
* Prego Restaurant - Alternative Specialty Restaurant Embraces you in Mediterranean warmth, with the panache & authentic regional flavors of Italy
* Jade Garden - Alternative specialty restaurant which is a culinary crossroads of Asia, with regionally inspired dishes like Spicy Thai Shrimp & Singapore Noodles
* Bistro Cafe - Parisienne-Style Coffee Bar

Entertainment

Evening beckons with a rich new range of possibilities. Meet friends for cocktails and a dance before dinner. Then take in a Broadway performance after dinner. The entertainment aboard the Crystal ships is the finest and most varied at sea, a spellbinding series of performances to suit every taste, satisfy every mood.

* Avenue Saloon - Softly-lit Cozy Piano Bar
* Club 2100 - Lounge & Nightclub
* Trident Pool Bar - Allows you to enjoy a drink by the pool
* Caesars Palace at Sea Casino - To stack your chips & try your luck
* Vista Lounge - Smokers will enjoy a fine range of cigars available here (Observation Lounge)
* Galaxy Lounge - Main Show Lounge & Dancing before or after dinner
* The Hollywood Theatre - state-of-the-art cinema
* Century Lounge - Small Lounge
* Crystal Cove - Small Piano Bar
* Palm Court - One of nicest rooms afloat, supremely tranquil & elegant

Gratuities

Crystal has  a guideline for gratuities for select service providers on a per-person per-day basis, and these gratuities of up to $19 per person, per day are charged to the on-board account. Other gratuities are left at the passenger’s discretion, and there is also an automatic charge of 15% percent added to all bar and wine checks.

Note: Gratuity Policies are subject to change. Updated June 21, 2010

Dress

Crystal cruise line recommends relaxed resort wear for daytime activities; this attire is acceptable in dining areas during the day, with the exception of swimsuits and other poolside wear. Evening attire is separated into three categories: Casual evening, informal evening, and formal evening attire.

Note: Dress Codes are subject to change. Updated June 21, 2010

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