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Itinerary for Nov 25 — Dec 20, 2012

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Type: Cruise Ship

 Description: With a winning formula for success, Crystal Cruises consistently ranks among the top luxury properties in the world. Grounded in more than a decade of accolades, Crystal has won an unprecedented number of top awards. Among others, the line has been voted "World's Best" by the readers of Travel + Leisure and Condé Nast Traveler more than any other cruise line, hotel or resort in history. Public Areas include: Two-story Crystal Plaza and Crystal Cove, lobby area with atrium, comfortable seating and piano bar "Avenue of the Stars" shopping arcade with three boutiques Casino featuring slot machines, bar poker and slant top poker machines, six blackjack tables, craps, a roulette table, baccarat table and The Ultimate Texas Hold'em Galaxy Lounge showroom Hollywood Theatre for recently released movies, with state-of-the-art audio visual and translation equipment that may be used for meetings and/or conferences; theatre also features audio enhancement for the hearing-impaired Computer University@Sea® center with a lab for classroom instruction and separate room offering 24-hour Internet and e-mail access A variety of lounges including the Starlite Club for dancing and cabaret; Avenue Saloon cocktail and piano bar; Connoisseur Club, an intimate, refined cigar and connoisseur liquor lounge; Palm Court observation lounge; and Luxe nightclub Fantasia children's center and Waves teen center Library featuring over 3,000 books, DVD's, and audio books Bridge Lounge

Ship Information: Registry: Bahamas Builder: Kvaerner Masa-Yards Country Built In: Finland Ship Completed Date: 5/3/1995 Christened By: Angela Lansbury Call Letters: C6MY5 Refurbished Date: 11/9/2009 Capacity: 922 Number of Crew, Nationality: 566, European Gross Tonnage: 51044 Stabilized: Yes Average Speed: 20 knots Maximum Speed: 21 knots Length: 781 feet Beam: 99 feet Space Ratio: 54.3:1 Number of Passenger Decks: 8 Number of Outside Rooms: 461 Number of Restaurants: 7 Number of Pools: 1 Number of Elevators: 8 Voltage: 110/220 Non-Smoking Dining: Yes Non-Smoking Ship: No

Contact info:
100 Fordham Road, Building C
Wilmington, MA 01887 USA
phone: 800-337-9568
web: www.crystalcruise.com

Room amenities: 24-hour complimentary in-stateroom dining Refrigerators with complimentary bottled water and soft drinks 100% Egyptian cotton sheets, down pillows, plush duvets and featherbeds Remote control, flat-screen television with audio/MP3 player input and DVD Player. Television features 24-hour news and sports information via CNN, CNBC, MSNBC, Fox News, BBC World NEws, Sky News, NHK World, ESPN, and TNT (reception permitting) Wi-Fi access Lavish bathroom amenities including Frette bathrobes, slippers, two hairdryers and Aveda bath products.Other amenities include a clothes brush, shoe horn, and sewing kit. Shower, bathtub, double sink, makeup mirror and a telephone in bathroom Queen or twin-sized beds, depending on preference Direct-dial ship-to-shore phones and personal voice mail and cell phone service at sea Large closets with shoe rack, umbrella, and beach tote Telephone system with private voice mail and automated wake-up call Personal stateroom safe Alarm clocks

Facility amenities: DINING AREAS: Crystal Dining Room for distinctive international cuisine and a world-renowned wine list Prego restaurant for classic Italian cuisine in a Venetian atmosphere Silk Road and The Sushi Bar, exclusively featuring menu selections created by the famed Nobu Matsuhisa The Vintage Room, a classic boardroom and wine cellar for exclusive wine-pairing dinners The Bistro serving international coffees, cheeses, and wines by the glass The outdoor Trident Bar & Grill serving hot dogs, hamburgers, pizza, sandwiches, wraps and fruits is open throughout the afternoon Indoor/outdoor Lido Café serves breakfast and lunch Complimentary ice cream and frozen yogurt bar Afternoon tea Indoor/outdoor poolside area for casual dining FITNESS FACILITIES: Feng Shui-designed Crystal Spa, Salon & Fitness Center Fitness Center with cardiovascular exercise equipment and personal fitness instructors Weight room with free weights, weight machines Exercise studio for high and low impact classes, yoga, Spinning classes, as well as personal training Salon for hair styling, manicures and pedicures Dry sauna and steam room Full exterior 360 degree teak Promenade Deck for walking and jogging Sports deck with a golf driving range and putting greens Full-size paddle tennis court Seahorse Pool, an outdoor lap pool ENTERTAINMENT: The Creative Learning Institute, an extensive lecture and seminar program Nightclub for nightly dancing and Karaoke Recent-release films in the Dolby-equipped Hollywood Theatre Cocktail hour at the Crystal Cove with soft piano music Avenue Saloon with pianist-singers performing jazz and favorite tunes Full orchestra in the Galaxy Lounge, a six-piece dance band, and rotating musical ensembles such as a strolling instrumental trio, string quarter, or rolling a cappella group Complimentary dance classes Ballroom and nightclub dance lounges An Ambassador Host Program for dancing partners Bridge instructors

Smoking policy: No
Smoking policies vary by facility. During all group events and activities, smoking is prohibited.

Elevator: Yes

Check in time: 3:00 PM

Day One: Sunday, November 25 - Arrive Port of Los Angeles, Embark Ship/Welcome Dinner 
Arrive To: Arrive at ship, check in and embarkation

Afternoon: Free afternoon to get settled into your cabin and to explore the ship. Cast off for our adventure as the Crystal Symphony departs Los Angeles for our first stop in the Pacific - Honolulu, Hawaii- at 5 pm.

Dinner: Welcome Dinner - Crystal Dining Room

Evening: Introductions and Program Orientation

Lodging: Crystal Symphony

Meals Included: Dinner
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Type: Cruise Ship

 Description: With a winning formula for success, Crystal Cruises consistently ranks among the top luxury properties in the world. Grounded in more than a decade of accolades, Crystal has won an unprecedented number of top awards. Among others, the line has been voted "World's Best" by the readers of Travel + Leisure and Condé Nast Traveler more than any other cruise line, hotel or resort in history. Public Areas include: Two-story Crystal Plaza and Crystal Cove, lobby area with atrium, comfortable seating and piano bar "Avenue of the Stars" shopping arcade with three boutiques Casino featuring slot machines, bar poker and slant top poker machines, six blackjack tables, craps, a roulette table, baccarat table and The Ultimate Texas Hold'em Galaxy Lounge showroom Hollywood Theatre for recently released movies, with state-of-the-art audio visual and translation equipment that may be used for meetings and/or conferences; theatre also features audio enhancement for the hearing-impaired Computer University@Sea® center with a lab for classroom instruction and separate room offering 24-hour Internet and e-mail access A variety of lounges including the Starlite Club for dancing and cabaret; Avenue Saloon cocktail and piano bar; Connoisseur Club, an intimate, refined cigar and connoisseur liquor lounge; Palm Court observation lounge; and Luxe nightclub Fantasia children's center and Waves teen center Library featuring over 3,000 books, DVD's, and audio books Bridge Lounge

Ship Information: Registry: Bahamas Builder: Kvaerner Masa-Yards Country Built In: Finland Ship Completed Date: 5/3/1995 Christened By: Angela Lansbury Call Letters: C6MY5 Refurbished Date: 11/9/2009 Capacity: 922 Number of Crew, Nationality: 566, European Gross Tonnage: 51044 Stabilized: Yes Average Speed: 20 knots Maximum Speed: 21 knots Length: 781 feet Beam: 99 feet Space Ratio: 54.3:1 Number of Passenger Decks: 8 Number of Outside Rooms: 461 Number of Restaurants: 7 Number of Pools: 1 Number of Elevators: 8 Voltage: 110/220 Non-Smoking Dining: Yes Non-Smoking Ship: No

Contact info:
100 Fordham Road, Building C
Wilmington, MA 01887 USA
phone: 800-337-9568
web: www.crystalcruise.com

Room amenities: 24-hour complimentary in-stateroom dining Refrigerators with complimentary bottled water and soft drinks 100% Egyptian cotton sheets, down pillows, plush duvets and featherbeds Remote control, flat-screen television with audio/MP3 player input and DVD Player. Television features 24-hour news and sports information via CNN, CNBC, MSNBC, Fox News, BBC World NEws, Sky News, NHK World, ESPN, and TNT (reception permitting) Wi-Fi access Lavish bathroom amenities including Frette bathrobes, slippers, two hairdryers and Aveda bath products.Other amenities include a clothes brush, shoe horn, and sewing kit. Shower, bathtub, double sink, makeup mirror and a telephone in bathroom Queen or twin-sized beds, depending on preference Direct-dial ship-to-shore phones and personal voice mail and cell phone service at sea Large closets with shoe rack, umbrella, and beach tote Telephone system with private voice mail and automated wake-up call Personal stateroom safe Alarm clocks

Facility amenities: DINING AREAS: Crystal Dining Room for distinctive international cuisine and a world-renowned wine list Prego restaurant for classic Italian cuisine in a Venetian atmosphere Silk Road and The Sushi Bar, exclusively featuring menu selections created by the famed Nobu Matsuhisa The Vintage Room, a classic boardroom and wine cellar for exclusive wine-pairing dinners The Bistro serving international coffees, cheeses, and wines by the glass The outdoor Trident Bar & Grill serving hot dogs, hamburgers, pizza, sandwiches, wraps and fruits is open throughout the afternoon Indoor/outdoor Lido Café serves breakfast and lunch Complimentary ice cream and frozen yogurt bar Afternoon tea Indoor/outdoor poolside area for casual dining FITNESS FACILITIES: Feng Shui-designed Crystal Spa, Salon & Fitness Center Fitness Center with cardiovascular exercise equipment and personal fitness instructors Weight room with free weights, weight machines Exercise studio for high and low impact classes, yoga, Spinning classes, as well as personal training Salon for hair styling, manicures and pedicures Dry sauna and steam room Full exterior 360 degree teak Promenade Deck for walking and jogging Sports deck with a golf driving range and putting greens Full-size paddle tennis court Seahorse Pool, an outdoor lap pool ENTERTAINMENT: The Creative Learning Institute, an extensive lecture and seminar program Nightclub for nightly dancing and Karaoke Recent-release films in the Dolby-equipped Hollywood Theatre Cocktail hour at the Crystal Cove with soft piano music Avenue Saloon with pianist-singers performing jazz and favorite tunes Full orchestra in the Galaxy Lounge, a six-piece dance band, and rotating musical ensembles such as a strolling instrumental trio, string quarter, or rolling a cappella group Complimentary dance classes Ballroom and nightclub dance lounges An Ambassador Host Program for dancing partners Bridge instructors

Smoking policy: No
Smoking policies vary by facility. During all group events and activities, smoking is prohibited.

Elevator: Yes

Check in time: 3:00 PM

Day Two: Monday, November 26 - Morning Lectures/Free Time 
Breakfast: Onboard Ship at leisure - Choice of The Lido Cafe, the Bistro, or in-stateroom dining service.

Morning: Class: An Introduction to Polynesian Cultures - What is so special about them? Class:Tips for Understanding the Encounter between Polynesian Culture and You NOTE: The above are examples of class topics that may be presented. Topics are subject to change.

Lunch: Onboard ship at leisure. Lunch is offered daily at the Lido Cafe, the Bistro, the Trident Bar & Grill

Afternoon: Free afternoon to relax and enjoy the ship's various amenities and activities. Please refer to today's daily schedule.

Dinner: Crystal Dining Room

Evening: Included Shipboard Activity: Tonight's Specific Performance (to be advised on board). Attendance is at your leisure

Lodging: Crystal Symphony

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Type: Cruise Ship

 Description: With a winning formula for success, Crystal Cruises consistently ranks among the top luxury properties in the world. Grounded in more than a decade of accolades, Crystal has won an unprecedented number of top awards. Among others, the line has been voted "World's Best" by the readers of Travel + Leisure and Condé Nast Traveler more than any other cruise line, hotel or resort in history. Public Areas include: Two-story Crystal Plaza and Crystal Cove, lobby area with atrium, comfortable seating and piano bar "Avenue of the Stars" shopping arcade with three boutiques Casino featuring slot machines, bar poker and slant top poker machines, six blackjack tables, craps, a roulette table, baccarat table and The Ultimate Texas Hold'em Galaxy Lounge showroom Hollywood Theatre for recently released movies, with state-of-the-art audio visual and translation equipment that may be used for meetings and/or conferences; theatre also features audio enhancement for the hearing-impaired Computer University@Sea® center with a lab for classroom instruction and separate room offering 24-hour Internet and e-mail access A variety of lounges including the Starlite Club for dancing and cabaret; Avenue Saloon cocktail and piano bar; Connoisseur Club, an intimate, refined cigar and connoisseur liquor lounge; Palm Court observation lounge; and Luxe nightclub Fantasia children's center and Waves teen center Library featuring over 3,000 books, DVD's, and audio books Bridge Lounge

Ship Information: Registry: Bahamas Builder: Kvaerner Masa-Yards Country Built In: Finland Ship Completed Date: 5/3/1995 Christened By: Angela Lansbury Call Letters: C6MY5 Refurbished Date: 11/9/2009 Capacity: 922 Number of Crew, Nationality: 566, European Gross Tonnage: 51044 Stabilized: Yes Average Speed: 20 knots Maximum Speed: 21 knots Length: 781 feet Beam: 99 feet Space Ratio: 54.3:1 Number of Passenger Decks: 8 Number of Outside Rooms: 461 Number of Restaurants: 7 Number of Pools: 1 Number of Elevators: 8 Voltage: 110/220 Non-Smoking Dining: Yes Non-Smoking Ship: No

Contact info:
100 Fordham Road, Building C
Wilmington, MA 01887 USA
phone: 800-337-9568
web: www.crystalcruise.com

Room amenities: 24-hour complimentary in-stateroom dining Refrigerators with complimentary bottled water and soft drinks 100% Egyptian cotton sheets, down pillows, plush duvets and featherbeds Remote control, flat-screen television with audio/MP3 player input and DVD Player. Television features 24-hour news and sports information via CNN, CNBC, MSNBC, Fox News, BBC World NEws, Sky News, NHK World, ESPN, and TNT (reception permitting) Wi-Fi access Lavish bathroom amenities including Frette bathrobes, slippers, two hairdryers and Aveda bath products.Other amenities include a clothes brush, shoe horn, and sewing kit. Shower, bathtub, double sink, makeup mirror and a telephone in bathroom Queen or twin-sized beds, depending on preference Direct-dial ship-to-shore phones and personal voice mail and cell phone service at sea Large closets with shoe rack, umbrella, and beach tote Telephone system with private voice mail and automated wake-up call Personal stateroom safe Alarm clocks

Facility amenities: DINING AREAS: Crystal Dining Room for distinctive international cuisine and a world-renowned wine list Prego restaurant for classic Italian cuisine in a Venetian atmosphere Silk Road and The Sushi Bar, exclusively featuring menu selections created by the famed Nobu Matsuhisa The Vintage Room, a classic boardroom and wine cellar for exclusive wine-pairing dinners The Bistro serving international coffees, cheeses, and wines by the glass The outdoor Trident Bar & Grill serving hot dogs, hamburgers, pizza, sandwiches, wraps and fruits is open throughout the afternoon Indoor/outdoor Lido Café serves breakfast and lunch Complimentary ice cream and frozen yogurt bar Afternoon tea Indoor/outdoor poolside area for casual dining FITNESS FACILITIES: Feng Shui-designed Crystal Spa, Salon & Fitness Center Fitness Center with cardiovascular exercise equipment and personal fitness instructors Weight room with free weights, weight machines Exercise studio for high and low impact classes, yoga, Spinning classes, as well as personal training Salon for hair styling, manicures and pedicures Dry sauna and steam room Full exterior 360 degree teak Promenade Deck for walking and jogging Sports deck with a golf driving range and putting greens Full-size paddle tennis court Seahorse Pool, an outdoor lap pool ENTERTAINMENT: The Creative Learning Institute, an extensive lecture and seminar program Nightclub for nightly dancing and Karaoke Recent-release films in the Dolby-equipped Hollywood Theatre Cocktail hour at the Crystal Cove with soft piano music Avenue Saloon with pianist-singers performing jazz and favorite tunes Full orchestra in the Galaxy Lounge, a six-piece dance band, and rotating musical ensembles such as a strolling instrumental trio, string quarter, or rolling a cappella group Complimentary dance classes Ballroom and nightclub dance lounges An Ambassador Host Program for dancing partners Bridge instructors

Smoking policy: No
Smoking policies vary by facility. During all group events and activities, smoking is prohibited.

Elevator: Yes

Check in time: 3:00 PM

Day Three: Tuesday, November 27 - Morning Lecture/Free Time 
Breakfast: Onboard Ship at leisure - Choice of The Lido Cafe, the Bistro, or in-stateroom dining service.

Morning: Class: Where do the Polynesians Come From? NOTE: The above is an example of a class topic that may be presented. Topics are subject to change.

Lunch: Onboard ship at leisure. Lunch is offered daily at the Lido Cafe, the Bistro, the Trident Bar & Grill

Afternoon: Free afternoon to relax and enjoy the ship's various amenities and activities. Please refer to today's daily schedule.

Dinner: Crystal Dining Room

Evening: Included Shipboard Activity: Tonight's Specific Performance (to be advised on board). Attendance is at your leisure

Lodging: Crystal Symphony

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Close [ x ]
Type: Cruise Ship

 Description: With a winning formula for success, Crystal Cruises consistently ranks among the top luxury properties in the world. Grounded in more than a decade of accolades, Crystal has won an unprecedented number of top awards. Among others, the line has been voted "World's Best" by the readers of Travel + Leisure and Condé Nast Traveler more than any other cruise line, hotel or resort in history. Public Areas include: Two-story Crystal Plaza and Crystal Cove, lobby area with atrium, comfortable seating and piano bar "Avenue of the Stars" shopping arcade with three boutiques Casino featuring slot machines, bar poker and slant top poker machines, six blackjack tables, craps, a roulette table, baccarat table and The Ultimate Texas Hold'em Galaxy Lounge showroom Hollywood Theatre for recently released movies, with state-of-the-art audio visual and translation equipment that may be used for meetings and/or conferences; theatre also features audio enhancement for the hearing-impaired Computer University@Sea® center with a lab for classroom instruction and separate room offering 24-hour Internet and e-mail access A variety of lounges including the Starlite Club for dancing and cabaret; Avenue Saloon cocktail and piano bar; Connoisseur Club, an intimate, refined cigar and connoisseur liquor lounge; Palm Court observation lounge; and Luxe nightclub Fantasia children's center and Waves teen center Library featuring over 3,000 books, DVD's, and audio books Bridge Lounge

Ship Information: Registry: Bahamas Builder: Kvaerner Masa-Yards Country Built In: Finland Ship Completed Date: 5/3/1995 Christened By: Angela Lansbury Call Letters: C6MY5 Refurbished Date: 11/9/2009 Capacity: 922 Number of Crew, Nationality: 566, European Gross Tonnage: 51044 Stabilized: Yes Average Speed: 20 knots Maximum Speed: 21 knots Length: 781 feet Beam: 99 feet Space Ratio: 54.3:1 Number of Passenger Decks: 8 Number of Outside Rooms: 461 Number of Restaurants: 7 Number of Pools: 1 Number of Elevators: 8 Voltage: 110/220 Non-Smoking Dining: Yes Non-Smoking Ship: No

Contact info:
100 Fordham Road, Building C
Wilmington, MA 01887 USA
phone: 800-337-9568
web: www.crystalcruise.com

Room amenities: 24-hour complimentary in-stateroom dining Refrigerators with complimentary bottled water and soft drinks 100% Egyptian cotton sheets, down pillows, plush duvets and featherbeds Remote control, flat-screen television with audio/MP3 player input and DVD Player. Television features 24-hour news and sports information via CNN, CNBC, MSNBC, Fox News, BBC World NEws, Sky News, NHK World, ESPN, and TNT (reception permitting) Wi-Fi access Lavish bathroom amenities including Frette bathrobes, slippers, two hairdryers and Aveda bath products.Other amenities include a clothes brush, shoe horn, and sewing kit. Shower, bathtub, double sink, makeup mirror and a telephone in bathroom Queen or twin-sized beds, depending on preference Direct-dial ship-to-shore phones and personal voice mail and cell phone service at sea Large closets with shoe rack, umbrella, and beach tote Telephone system with private voice mail and automated wake-up call Personal stateroom safe Alarm clocks

Facility amenities: DINING AREAS: Crystal Dining Room for distinctive international cuisine and a world-renowned wine list Prego restaurant for classic Italian cuisine in a Venetian atmosphere Silk Road and The Sushi Bar, exclusively featuring menu selections created by the famed Nobu Matsuhisa The Vintage Room, a classic boardroom and wine cellar for exclusive wine-pairing dinners The Bistro serving international coffees, cheeses, and wines by the glass The outdoor Trident Bar & Grill serving hot dogs, hamburgers, pizza, sandwiches, wraps and fruits is open throughout the afternoon Indoor/outdoor Lido Café serves breakfast and lunch Complimentary ice cream and frozen yogurt bar Afternoon tea Indoor/outdoor poolside area for casual dining FITNESS FACILITIES: Feng Shui-designed Crystal Spa, Salon & Fitness Center Fitness Center with cardiovascular exercise equipment and personal fitness instructors Weight room with free weights, weight machines Exercise studio for high and low impact classes, yoga, Spinning classes, as well as personal training Salon for hair styling, manicures and pedicures Dry sauna and steam room Full exterior 360 degree teak Promenade Deck for walking and jogging Sports deck with a golf driving range and putting greens Full-size paddle tennis court Seahorse Pool, an outdoor lap pool ENTERTAINMENT: The Creative Learning Institute, an extensive lecture and seminar program Nightclub for nightly dancing and Karaoke Recent-release films in the Dolby-equipped Hollywood Theatre Cocktail hour at the Crystal Cove with soft piano music Avenue Saloon with pianist-singers performing jazz and favorite tunes Full orchestra in the Galaxy Lounge, a six-piece dance band, and rotating musical ensembles such as a strolling instrumental trio, string quarter, or rolling a cappella group Complimentary dance classes Ballroom and nightclub dance lounges An Ambassador Host Program for dancing partners Bridge instructors

Smoking policy: No
Smoking policies vary by facility. During all group events and activities, smoking is prohibited.

Elevator: Yes

Check in time: 3:00 PM

Day Four: Wednesday, November 28 - Morning Lecture/Free Afternoon 
Breakfast: Onboard Ship at leisure - Choice of The Lido Cafe, the Bistro, or in-stateroom dining service.

Morning: Class: How did the Polynesians Navigate to and Settle the Islands of the Pacific? NOTE: The above is an example of a class topic that may be presented. Topics are subject to change.

Lunch: Onboard ship at leisure. Lunch is offered daily at the Lido Cafe, the Bistro, the Trident Bar & Grill

Afternoon: Free afternoon to relax and enjoy the ship's various amenities and activities. Please refer to today's daily schedule.

Dinner: Crystal Dining Room

Evening: Included Shipboard Activity: Tonight's Specific Performance (to be advised on board). Attendance is at your leisure.

Lodging: Crystal Symphony

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Close [ x ]
Type: Cruise Ship

 Description: With a winning formula for success, Crystal Cruises consistently ranks among the top luxury properties in the world. Grounded in more than a decade of accolades, Crystal has won an unprecedented number of top awards. Among others, the line has been voted "World's Best" by the readers of Travel + Leisure and Condé Nast Traveler more than any other cruise line, hotel or resort in history. Public Areas include: Two-story Crystal Plaza and Crystal Cove, lobby area with atrium, comfortable seating and piano bar "Avenue of the Stars" shopping arcade with three boutiques Casino featuring slot machines, bar poker and slant top poker machines, six blackjack tables, craps, a roulette table, baccarat table and The Ultimate Texas Hold'em Galaxy Lounge showroom Hollywood Theatre for recently released movies, with state-of-the-art audio visual and translation equipment that may be used for meetings and/or conferences; theatre also features audio enhancement for the hearing-impaired Computer University@Sea® center with a lab for classroom instruction and separate room offering 24-hour Internet and e-mail access A variety of lounges including the Starlite Club for dancing and cabaret; Avenue Saloon cocktail and piano bar; Connoisseur Club, an intimate, refined cigar and connoisseur liquor lounge; Palm Court observation lounge; and Luxe nightclub Fantasia children's center and Waves teen center Library featuring over 3,000 books, DVD's, and audio books Bridge Lounge

Ship Information: Registry: Bahamas Builder: Kvaerner Masa-Yards Country Built In: Finland Ship Completed Date: 5/3/1995 Christened By: Angela Lansbury Call Letters: C6MY5 Refurbished Date: 11/9/2009 Capacity: 922 Number of Crew, Nationality: 566, European Gross Tonnage: 51044 Stabilized: Yes Average Speed: 20 knots Maximum Speed: 21 knots Length: 781 feet Beam: 99 feet Space Ratio: 54.3:1 Number of Passenger Decks: 8 Number of Outside Rooms: 461 Number of Restaurants: 7 Number of Pools: 1 Number of Elevators: 8 Voltage: 110/220 Non-Smoking Dining: Yes Non-Smoking Ship: No

Contact info:
100 Fordham Road, Building C
Wilmington, MA 01887 USA
phone: 800-337-9568
web: www.crystalcruise.com

Room amenities: 24-hour complimentary in-stateroom dining Refrigerators with complimentary bottled water and soft drinks 100% Egyptian cotton sheets, down pillows, plush duvets and featherbeds Remote control, flat-screen television with audio/MP3 player input and DVD Player. Television features 24-hour news and sports information via CNN, CNBC, MSNBC, Fox News, BBC World NEws, Sky News, NHK World, ESPN, and TNT (reception permitting) Wi-Fi access Lavish bathroom amenities including Frette bathrobes, slippers, two hairdryers and Aveda bath products.Other amenities include a clothes brush, shoe horn, and sewing kit. Shower, bathtub, double sink, makeup mirror and a telephone in bathroom Queen or twin-sized beds, depending on preference Direct-dial ship-to-shore phones and personal voice mail and cell phone service at sea Large closets with shoe rack, umbrella, and beach tote Telephone system with private voice mail and automated wake-up call Personal stateroom safe Alarm clocks

Facility amenities: DINING AREAS: Crystal Dining Room for distinctive international cuisine and a world-renowned wine list Prego restaurant for classic Italian cuisine in a Venetian atmosphere Silk Road and The Sushi Bar, exclusively featuring menu selections created by the famed Nobu Matsuhisa The Vintage Room, a classic boardroom and wine cellar for exclusive wine-pairing dinners The Bistro serving international coffees, cheeses, and wines by the glass The outdoor Trident Bar & Grill serving hot dogs, hamburgers, pizza, sandwiches, wraps and fruits is open throughout the afternoon Indoor/outdoor Lido Café serves breakfast and lunch Complimentary ice cream and frozen yogurt bar Afternoon tea Indoor/outdoor poolside area for casual dining FITNESS FACILITIES: Feng Shui-designed Crystal Spa, Salon & Fitness Center Fitness Center with cardiovascular exercise equipment and personal fitness instructors Weight room with free weights, weight machines Exercise studio for high and low impact classes, yoga, Spinning classes, as well as personal training Salon for hair styling, manicures and pedicures Dry sauna and steam room Full exterior 360 degree teak Promenade Deck for walking and jogging Sports deck with a golf driving range and putting greens Full-size paddle tennis court Seahorse Pool, an outdoor lap pool ENTERTAINMENT: The Creative Learning Institute, an extensive lecture and seminar program Nightclub for nightly dancing and Karaoke Recent-release films in the Dolby-equipped Hollywood Theatre Cocktail hour at the Crystal Cove with soft piano music Avenue Saloon with pianist-singers performing jazz and favorite tunes Full orchestra in the Galaxy Lounge, a six-piece dance band, and rotating musical ensembles such as a strolling instrumental trio, string quarter, or rolling a cappella group Complimentary dance classes Ballroom and nightclub dance lounges An Ambassador Host Program for dancing partners Bridge instructors

Smoking policy: No
Smoking policies vary by facility. During all group events and activities, smoking is prohibited.

Elevator: Yes

Check in time: 3:00 PM

Day Five: Thursday, November 29 - Morning Lecture/Free Time 
Breakfast: Onboard Ship at leisure - Choice of The Lido Cafe, the Bistro, or in-stateroom dining service.

Morning: Class: A Fatal Encounter: The Death of Captain James Cook in Hawaii. NOTE: The above is an example of a class topic that may be presented. Topics are subject to change.

Lunch: Onboard ship at leisure. Lunch is offered daily at the Lido Cafe, the Bistro, the Trident Bar & Grill

Afternoon: Free afternoon to relax and enjoy the ship's various amenities and activities. Please refer to today's daily schedule.

Dinner: Crystal Dining Room

Evening: Included Shipboard Activity: Tonight's Specific Performance (to be advised on board). Attendance is at your leisure.

Lodging: Crystal Symphony

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Type: Cruise Ship

 Description: With a winning formula for success, Crystal Cruises consistently ranks among the top luxury properties in the world. Grounded in more than a decade of accolades, Crystal has won an unprecedented number of top awards. Among others, the line has been voted "World's Best" by the readers of Travel + Leisure and Condé Nast Traveler more than any other cruise line, hotel or resort in history. Public Areas include: Two-story Crystal Plaza and Crystal Cove, lobby area with atrium, comfortable seating and piano bar "Avenue of the Stars" shopping arcade with three boutiques Casino featuring slot machines, bar poker and slant top poker machines, six blackjack tables, craps, a roulette table, baccarat table and The Ultimate Texas Hold'em Galaxy Lounge showroom Hollywood Theatre for recently released movies, with state-of-the-art audio visual and translation equipment that may be used for meetings and/or conferences; theatre also features audio enhancement for the hearing-impaired Computer University@Sea® center with a lab for classroom instruction and separate room offering 24-hour Internet and e-mail access A variety of lounges including the Starlite Club for dancing and cabaret; Avenue Saloon cocktail and piano bar; Connoisseur Club, an intimate, refined cigar and connoisseur liquor lounge; Palm Court observation lounge; and Luxe nightclub Fantasia children's center and Waves teen center Library featuring over 3,000 books, DVD's, and audio books Bridge Lounge

Ship Information: Registry: Bahamas Builder: Kvaerner Masa-Yards Country Built In: Finland Ship Completed Date: 5/3/1995 Christened By: Angela Lansbury Call Letters: C6MY5 Refurbished Date: 11/9/2009 Capacity: 922 Number of Crew, Nationality: 566, European Gross Tonnage: 51044 Stabilized: Yes Average Speed: 20 knots Maximum Speed: 21 knots Length: 781 feet Beam: 99 feet Space Ratio: 54.3:1 Number of Passenger Decks: 8 Number of Outside Rooms: 461 Number of Restaurants: 7 Number of Pools: 1 Number of Elevators: 8 Voltage: 110/220 Non-Smoking Dining: Yes Non-Smoking Ship: No

Contact info:
100 Fordham Road, Building C
Wilmington, MA 01887 USA
phone: 800-337-9568
web: www.crystalcruise.com

Room amenities: 24-hour complimentary in-stateroom dining Refrigerators with complimentary bottled water and soft drinks 100% Egyptian cotton sheets, down pillows, plush duvets and featherbeds Remote control, flat-screen television with audio/MP3 player input and DVD Player. Television features 24-hour news and sports information via CNN, CNBC, MSNBC, Fox News, BBC World NEws, Sky News, NHK World, ESPN, and TNT (reception permitting) Wi-Fi access Lavish bathroom amenities including Frette bathrobes, slippers, two hairdryers and Aveda bath products.Other amenities include a clothes brush, shoe horn, and sewing kit. Shower, bathtub, double sink, makeup mirror and a telephone in bathroom Queen or twin-sized beds, depending on preference Direct-dial ship-to-shore phones and personal voice mail and cell phone service at sea Large closets with shoe rack, umbrella, and beach tote Telephone system with private voice mail and automated wake-up call Personal stateroom safe Alarm clocks

Facility amenities: DINING AREAS: Crystal Dining Room for distinctive international cuisine and a world-renowned wine list Prego restaurant for classic Italian cuisine in a Venetian atmosphere Silk Road and The Sushi Bar, exclusively featuring menu selections created by the famed Nobu Matsuhisa The Vintage Room, a classic boardroom and wine cellar for exclusive wine-pairing dinners The Bistro serving international coffees, cheeses, and wines by the glass The outdoor Trident Bar & Grill serving hot dogs, hamburgers, pizza, sandwiches, wraps and fruits is open throughout the afternoon Indoor/outdoor Lido Café serves breakfast and lunch Complimentary ice cream and frozen yogurt bar Afternoon tea Indoor/outdoor poolside area for casual dining FITNESS FACILITIES: Feng Shui-designed Crystal Spa, Salon & Fitness Center Fitness Center with cardiovascular exercise equipment and personal fitness instructors Weight room with free weights, weight machines Exercise studio for high and low impact classes, yoga, Spinning classes, as well as personal training Salon for hair styling, manicures and pedicures Dry sauna and steam room Full exterior 360 degree teak Promenade Deck for walking and jogging Sports deck with a golf driving range and putting greens Full-size paddle tennis court Seahorse Pool, an outdoor lap pool ENTERTAINMENT: The Creative Learning Institute, an extensive lecture and seminar program Nightclub for nightly dancing and Karaoke Recent-release films in the Dolby-equipped Hollywood Theatre Cocktail hour at the Crystal Cove with soft piano music Avenue Saloon with pianist-singers performing jazz and favorite tunes Full orchestra in the Galaxy Lounge, a six-piece dance band, and rotating musical ensembles such as a strolling instrumental trio, string quarter, or rolling a cappella group Complimentary dance classes Ballroom and nightclub dance lounges An Ambassador Host Program for dancing partners Bridge instructors

Smoking policy: No
Smoking policies vary by facility. During all group events and activities, smoking is prohibited.

Elevator: Yes

Check in time: 3:00 PM

Day Six: Friday, November 30 - Morning Lecture/Free Time/Honolulu Arrival 
Breakfast: Onboard Ship at leisure - Choice of The Lido Cafe, the Bistro, or in-stateroom dining service.

Morning: Class:Understanding Hawaii's Multi-cultural Society NOTE: The above is an example of a class topic that may be presented. Topics are subject to change.

Lunch: Onboard ship at leisure. Lunch is offered daily at the Lido Cafe, the Bistro, the Trident Bar & Grill

Afternoon: Free afternoon to relax and enjoy the ship's various amenities and activities. Please refer to today's daily schedule. Ship arrives in Honolulu at 5 pm

Dinner: Onboard at leisure at your favorite dining spot.

Evening: Free evening to explore Honolulu on your own, or stay on the ship for tonight's performance.

Lodging: Crystal Symphony

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Type: Cruise Ship

 Description: With a winning formula for success, Crystal Cruises consistently ranks among the top luxury properties in the world. Grounded in more than a decade of accolades, Crystal has won an unprecedented number of top awards. Among others, the line has been voted "World's Best" by the readers of Travel + Leisure and Condé Nast Traveler more than any other cruise line, hotel or resort in history. Public Areas include: Two-story Crystal Plaza and Crystal Cove, lobby area with atrium, comfortable seating and piano bar "Avenue of the Stars" shopping arcade with three boutiques Casino featuring slot machines, bar poker and slant top poker machines, six blackjack tables, craps, a roulette table, baccarat table and The Ultimate Texas Hold'em Galaxy Lounge showroom Hollywood Theatre for recently released movies, with state-of-the-art audio visual and translation equipment that may be used for meetings and/or conferences; theatre also features audio enhancement for the hearing-impaired Computer University@Sea® center with a lab for classroom instruction and separate room offering 24-hour Internet and e-mail access A variety of lounges including the Starlite Club for dancing and cabaret; Avenue Saloon cocktail and piano bar; Connoisseur Club, an intimate, refined cigar and connoisseur liquor lounge; Palm Court observation lounge; and Luxe nightclub Fantasia children's center and Waves teen center Library featuring over 3,000 books, DVD's, and audio books Bridge Lounge

Ship Information: Registry: Bahamas Builder: Kvaerner Masa-Yards Country Built In: Finland Ship Completed Date: 5/3/1995 Christened By: Angela Lansbury Call Letters: C6MY5 Refurbished Date: 11/9/2009 Capacity: 922 Number of Crew, Nationality: 566, European Gross Tonnage: 51044 Stabilized: Yes Average Speed: 20 knots Maximum Speed: 21 knots Length: 781 feet Beam: 99 feet Space Ratio: 54.3:1 Number of Passenger Decks: 8 Number of Outside Rooms: 461 Number of Restaurants: 7 Number of Pools: 1 Number of Elevators: 8 Voltage: 110/220 Non-Smoking Dining: Yes Non-Smoking Ship: No

Contact info:
100 Fordham Road, Building C
Wilmington, MA 01887 USA
phone: 800-337-9568
web: www.crystalcruise.com

Room amenities: 24-hour complimentary in-stateroom dining Refrigerators with complimentary bottled water and soft drinks 100% Egyptian cotton sheets, down pillows, plush duvets and featherbeds Remote control, flat-screen television with audio/MP3 player input and DVD Player. Television features 24-hour news and sports information via CNN, CNBC, MSNBC, Fox News, BBC World NEws, Sky News, NHK World, ESPN, and TNT (reception permitting) Wi-Fi access Lavish bathroom amenities including Frette bathrobes, slippers, two hairdryers and Aveda bath products.Other amenities include a clothes brush, shoe horn, and sewing kit. Shower, bathtub, double sink, makeup mirror and a telephone in bathroom Queen or twin-sized beds, depending on preference Direct-dial ship-to-shore phones and personal voice mail and cell phone service at sea Large closets with shoe rack, umbrella, and beach tote Telephone system with private voice mail and automated wake-up call Personal stateroom safe Alarm clocks

Facility amenities: DINING AREAS: Crystal Dining Room for distinctive international cuisine and a world-renowned wine list Prego restaurant for classic Italian cuisine in a Venetian atmosphere Silk Road and The Sushi Bar, exclusively featuring menu selections created by the famed Nobu Matsuhisa The Vintage Room, a classic boardroom and wine cellar for exclusive wine-pairing dinners The Bistro serving international coffees, cheeses, and wines by the glass The outdoor Trident Bar & Grill serving hot dogs, hamburgers, pizza, sandwiches, wraps and fruits is open throughout the afternoon Indoor/outdoor Lido Café serves breakfast and lunch Complimentary ice cream and frozen yogurt bar Afternoon tea Indoor/outdoor poolside area for casual dining FITNESS FACILITIES: Feng Shui-designed Crystal Spa, Salon & Fitness Center Fitness Center with cardiovascular exercise equipment and personal fitness instructors Weight room with free weights, weight machines Exercise studio for high and low impact classes, yoga, Spinning classes, as well as personal training Salon for hair styling, manicures and pedicures Dry sauna and steam room Full exterior 360 degree teak Promenade Deck for walking and jogging Sports deck with a golf driving range and putting greens Full-size paddle tennis court Seahorse Pool, an outdoor lap pool ENTERTAINMENT: The Creative Learning Institute, an extensive lecture and seminar program Nightclub for nightly dancing and Karaoke Recent-release films in the Dolby-equipped Hollywood Theatre Cocktail hour at the Crystal Cove with soft piano music Avenue Saloon with pianist-singers performing jazz and favorite tunes Full orchestra in the Galaxy Lounge, a six-piece dance band, and rotating musical ensembles such as a strolling instrumental trio, string quarter, or rolling a cappella group Complimentary dance classes Ballroom and nightclub dance lounges An Ambassador Host Program for dancing partners Bridge instructors

Smoking policy: No
Smoking policies vary by facility. During all group events and activities, smoking is prohibited.

Elevator: Yes

Check in time: 3:00 PM

Day Seven: Saturday, December 01 - Included Field Trip Bishop Museum/Set sail to Moorea 
Breakfast: Onboard Ship at leisure - Choice of The Lido Cafe, the Bistro, or in-stateroom dining service. .

Morning: Included Road Scholar Field trip to Bishop Museum - designated the State Museum of Natural and Cultural History, Bishop Museum is dedicated to telling the story of Hawaii and its place in the Pacific. Your visit will start with a Docent-Guided visit of the museum, and then some free time to explore on your own. We'll depart and continue on with a drive through historic Honolulu enroute back to the port.

Lunch: Onboard ship at leisure. Lunch is offered daily at the Lido Cafe, the Bistro, the Trident Bar & Grill

Afternoon: Ship departs for Moorea, French Polynesia, at 12 pm. Free afternoon to relax and enjoy the ship's various amenities and activities. Please refer to today's daily schedule.

Dinner: Crystal Dining Room

Evening: Included Shipboard Activity: Tonight's Specific Performance (to be advised on board). Attendance is at your leisure.

Lodging: Crystal Symphony

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Type: Cruise Ship

 Description: With a winning formula for success, Crystal Cruises consistently ranks among the top luxury properties in the world. Grounded in more than a decade of accolades, Crystal has won an unprecedented number of top awards. Among others, the line has been voted "World's Best" by the readers of Travel + Leisure and Condé Nast Traveler more than any other cruise line, hotel or resort in history. Public Areas include: Two-story Crystal Plaza and Crystal Cove, lobby area with atrium, comfortable seating and piano bar "Avenue of the Stars" shopping arcade with three boutiques Casino featuring slot machines, bar poker and slant top poker machines, six blackjack tables, craps, a roulette table, baccarat table and The Ultimate Texas Hold'em Galaxy Lounge showroom Hollywood Theatre for recently released movies, with state-of-the-art audio visual and translation equipment that may be used for meetings and/or conferences; theatre also features audio enhancement for the hearing-impaired Computer University@Sea® center with a lab for classroom instruction and separate room offering 24-hour Internet and e-mail access A variety of lounges including the Starlite Club for dancing and cabaret; Avenue Saloon cocktail and piano bar; Connoisseur Club, an intimate, refined cigar and connoisseur liquor lounge; Palm Court observation lounge; and Luxe nightclub Fantasia children's center and Waves teen center Library featuring over 3,000 books, DVD's, and audio books Bridge Lounge

Ship Information: Registry: Bahamas Builder: Kvaerner Masa-Yards Country Built In: Finland Ship Completed Date: 5/3/1995 Christened By: Angela Lansbury Call Letters: C6MY5 Refurbished Date: 11/9/2009 Capacity: 922 Number of Crew, Nationality: 566, European Gross Tonnage: 51044 Stabilized: Yes Average Speed: 20 knots Maximum Speed: 21 knots Length: 781 feet Beam: 99 feet Space Ratio: 54.3:1 Number of Passenger Decks: 8 Number of Outside Rooms: 461 Number of Restaurants: 7 Number of Pools: 1 Number of Elevators: 8 Voltage: 110/220 Non-Smoking Dining: Yes Non-Smoking Ship: No

Contact info:
100 Fordham Road, Building C
Wilmington, MA 01887 USA
phone: 800-337-9568
web: www.crystalcruise.com

Room amenities: 24-hour complimentary in-stateroom dining Refrigerators with complimentary bottled water and soft drinks 100% Egyptian cotton sheets, down pillows, plush duvets and featherbeds Remote control, flat-screen television with audio/MP3 player input and DVD Player. Television features 24-hour news and sports information via CNN, CNBC, MSNBC, Fox News, BBC World NEws, Sky News, NHK World, ESPN, and TNT (reception permitting) Wi-Fi access Lavish bathroom amenities including Frette bathrobes, slippers, two hairdryers and Aveda bath products.Other amenities include a clothes brush, shoe horn, and sewing kit. Shower, bathtub, double sink, makeup mirror and a telephone in bathroom Queen or twin-sized beds, depending on preference Direct-dial ship-to-shore phones and personal voice mail and cell phone service at sea Large closets with shoe rack, umbrella, and beach tote Telephone system with private voice mail and automated wake-up call Personal stateroom safe Alarm clocks

Facility amenities: DINING AREAS: Crystal Dining Room for distinctive international cuisine and a world-renowned wine list Prego restaurant for classic Italian cuisine in a Venetian atmosphere Silk Road and The Sushi Bar, exclusively featuring menu selections created by the famed Nobu Matsuhisa The Vintage Room, a classic boardroom and wine cellar for exclusive wine-pairing dinners The Bistro serving international coffees, cheeses, and wines by the glass The outdoor Trident Bar & Grill serving hot dogs, hamburgers, pizza, sandwiches, wraps and fruits is open throughout the afternoon Indoor/outdoor Lido Café serves breakfast and lunch Complimentary ice cream and frozen yogurt bar Afternoon tea Indoor/outdoor poolside area for casual dining FITNESS FACILITIES: Feng Shui-designed Crystal Spa, Salon & Fitness Center Fitness Center with cardiovascular exercise equipment and personal fitness instructors Weight room with free weights, weight machines Exercise studio for high and low impact classes, yoga, Spinning classes, as well as personal training Salon for hair styling, manicures and pedicures Dry sauna and steam room Full exterior 360 degree teak Promenade Deck for walking and jogging Sports deck with a golf driving range and putting greens Full-size paddle tennis court Seahorse Pool, an outdoor lap pool ENTERTAINMENT: The Creative Learning Institute, an extensive lecture and seminar program Nightclub for nightly dancing and Karaoke Recent-release films in the Dolby-equipped Hollywood Theatre Cocktail hour at the Crystal Cove with soft piano music Avenue Saloon with pianist-singers performing jazz and favorite tunes Full orchestra in the Galaxy Lounge, a six-piece dance band, and rotating musical ensembles such as a strolling instrumental trio, string quarter, or rolling a cappella group Complimentary dance classes Ballroom and nightclub dance lounges An Ambassador Host Program for dancing partners Bridge instructors

Smoking policy: No
Smoking policies vary by facility. During all group events and activities, smoking is prohibited.

Elevator: Yes

Check in time: 3:00 PM

Day Eight: Sunday, December 02 - Morning Lectures/Free Time 
Breakfast: Onboard Ship at leisure - Choice of The Lido Cafe, the Bistro, or in-stateroom dining service

Morning: Class: The Cultures and Arts of Eastern Polynesia NOTE: The above is an example of a class topic that may be presented. Topics are subject to change.

Lunch: Onboard ship at leisure. Lunch is offered daily at the Lido Cafe, the Bistro, the Trident Bar & Grill

Afternoon: Free afternoon to relax and enjoy the ship's various amenities and activities. Please refer to today's daily schedule.

Dinner: Crystal Dining Room

Evening: Included Shipboard Activity: Tonight's Specific Performance (to be advised on board). Attendance is at your leisure.

Lodging: Crystal Symphony

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Type: Cruise Ship

 Description: With a winning formula for success, Crystal Cruises consistently ranks among the top luxury properties in the world. Grounded in more than a decade of accolades, Crystal has won an unprecedented number of top awards. Among others, the line has been voted "World's Best" by the readers of Travel + Leisure and Condé Nast Traveler more than any other cruise line, hotel or resort in history. Public Areas include: Two-story Crystal Plaza and Crystal Cove, lobby area with atrium, comfortable seating and piano bar "Avenue of the Stars" shopping arcade with three boutiques Casino featuring slot machines, bar poker and slant top poker machines, six blackjack tables, craps, a roulette table, baccarat table and The Ultimate Texas Hold'em Galaxy Lounge showroom Hollywood Theatre for recently released movies, with state-of-the-art audio visual and translation equipment that may be used for meetings and/or conferences; theatre also features audio enhancement for the hearing-impaired Computer University@Sea® center with a lab for classroom instruction and separate room offering 24-hour Internet and e-mail access A variety of lounges including the Starlite Club for dancing and cabaret; Avenue Saloon cocktail and piano bar; Connoisseur Club, an intimate, refined cigar and connoisseur liquor lounge; Palm Court observation lounge; and Luxe nightclub Fantasia children's center and Waves teen center Library featuring over 3,000 books, DVD's, and audio books Bridge Lounge

Ship Information: Registry: Bahamas Builder: Kvaerner Masa-Yards Country Built In: Finland Ship Completed Date: 5/3/1995 Christened By: Angela Lansbury Call Letters: C6MY5 Refurbished Date: 11/9/2009 Capacity: 922 Number of Crew, Nationality: 566, European Gross Tonnage: 51044 Stabilized: Yes Average Speed: 20 knots Maximum Speed: 21 knots Length: 781 feet Beam: 99 feet Space Ratio: 54.3:1 Number of Passenger Decks: 8 Number of Outside Rooms: 461 Number of Restaurants: 7 Number of Pools: 1 Number of Elevators: 8 Voltage: 110/220 Non-Smoking Dining: Yes Non-Smoking Ship: No

Contact info:
100 Fordham Road, Building C
Wilmington, MA 01887 USA
phone: 800-337-9568
web: www.crystalcruise.com

Room amenities: 24-hour complimentary in-stateroom dining Refrigerators with complimentary bottled water and soft drinks 100% Egyptian cotton sheets, down pillows, plush duvets and featherbeds Remote control, flat-screen television with audio/MP3 player input and DVD Player. Television features 24-hour news and sports information via CNN, CNBC, MSNBC, Fox News, BBC World NEws, Sky News, NHK World, ESPN, and TNT (reception permitting) Wi-Fi access Lavish bathroom amenities including Frette bathrobes, slippers, two hairdryers and Aveda bath products.Other amenities include a clothes brush, shoe horn, and sewing kit. Shower, bathtub, double sink, makeup mirror and a telephone in bathroom Queen or twin-sized beds, depending on preference Direct-dial ship-to-shore phones and personal voice mail and cell phone service at sea Large closets with shoe rack, umbrella, and beach tote Telephone system with private voice mail and automated wake-up call Personal stateroom safe Alarm clocks

Facility amenities: DINING AREAS: Crystal Dining Room for distinctive international cuisine and a world-renowned wine list Prego restaurant for classic Italian cuisine in a Venetian atmosphere Silk Road and The Sushi Bar, exclusively featuring menu selections created by the famed Nobu Matsuhisa The Vintage Room, a classic boardroom and wine cellar for exclusive wine-pairing dinners The Bistro serving international coffees, cheeses, and wines by the glass The outdoor Trident Bar & Grill serving hot dogs, hamburgers, pizza, sandwiches, wraps and fruits is open throughout the afternoon Indoor/outdoor Lido Café serves breakfast and lunch Complimentary ice cream and frozen yogurt bar Afternoon tea Indoor/outdoor poolside area for casual dining FITNESS FACILITIES: Feng Shui-designed Crystal Spa, Salon & Fitness Center Fitness Center with cardiovascular exercise equipment and personal fitness instructors Weight room with free weights, weight machines Exercise studio for high and low impact classes, yoga, Spinning classes, as well as personal training Salon for hair styling, manicures and pedicures Dry sauna and steam room Full exterior 360 degree teak Promenade Deck for walking and jogging Sports deck with a golf driving range and putting greens Full-size paddle tennis court Seahorse Pool, an outdoor lap pool ENTERTAINMENT: The Creative Learning Institute, an extensive lecture and seminar program Nightclub for nightly dancing and Karaoke Recent-release films in the Dolby-equipped Hollywood Theatre Cocktail hour at the Crystal Cove with soft piano music Avenue Saloon with pianist-singers performing jazz and favorite tunes Full orchestra in the Galaxy Lounge, a six-piece dance band, and rotating musical ensembles such as a strolling instrumental trio, string quarter, or rolling a cappella group Complimentary dance classes Ballroom and nightclub dance lounges An Ambassador Host Program for dancing partners Bridge instructors

Smoking policy: No
Smoking policies vary by facility. During all group events and activities, smoking is prohibited.

Elevator: Yes

Check in time: 3:00 PM

Day Nine: Monday, December 03 - Morning Lecture/Free Time 
Breakfast: Onboard Ship at leisure - Choice of The Lido Cafe, the Bistro, or in-stateroom dining service

Morning: Class: When and How Eastern Pacific was Settled by Polynesians (Tahiti, Hawaii, Marquesas) NOTE: The above is an example of a class topic that may be presented. Topics are subject to change

Lunch: Onboard ship at leisure. Lunch is offered daily at the Lido Cafe, the Bistro, the Trident Bar & Grill

Afternoon: Free afternoon to relax and enjoy the ship's various amenities and activities. Please refer to today's daily schedule.

Dinner: Crystal Dining Room

Evening: Included Shipboard Activity: Tonight's Specific Performance (to be advised on board). Attendance is at your leisure.

Lodging: Crystal Symphony

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Type: Cruise Ship

 Description: With a winning formula for success, Crystal Cruises consistently ranks among the top luxury properties in the world. Grounded in more than a decade of accolades, Crystal has won an unprecedented number of top awards. Among others, the line has been voted "World's Best" by the readers of Travel + Leisure and Condé Nast Traveler more than any other cruise line, hotel or resort in history. Public Areas include: Two-story Crystal Plaza and Crystal Cove, lobby area with atrium, comfortable seating and piano bar "Avenue of the Stars" shopping arcade with three boutiques Casino featuring slot machines, bar poker and slant top poker machines, six blackjack tables, craps, a roulette table, baccarat table and The Ultimate Texas Hold'em Galaxy Lounge showroom Hollywood Theatre for recently released movies, with state-of-the-art audio visual and translation equipment that may be used for meetings and/or conferences; theatre also features audio enhancement for the hearing-impaired Computer University@Sea® center with a lab for classroom instruction and separate room offering 24-hour Internet and e-mail access A variety of lounges including the Starlite Club for dancing and cabaret; Avenue Saloon cocktail and piano bar; Connoisseur Club, an intimate, refined cigar and connoisseur liquor lounge; Palm Court observation lounge; and Luxe nightclub Fantasia children's center and Waves teen center Library featuring over 3,000 books, DVD's, and audio books Bridge Lounge

Ship Information: Registry: Bahamas Builder: Kvaerner Masa-Yards Country Built In: Finland Ship Completed Date: 5/3/1995 Christened By: Angela Lansbury Call Letters: C6MY5 Refurbished Date: 11/9/2009 Capacity: 922 Number of Crew, Nationality: 566, European Gross Tonnage: 51044 Stabilized: Yes Average Speed: 20 knots Maximum Speed: 21 knots Length: 781 feet Beam: 99 feet Space Ratio: 54.3:1 Number of Passenger Decks: 8 Number of Outside Rooms: 461 Number of Restaurants: 7 Number of Pools: 1 Number of Elevators: 8 Voltage: 110/220 Non-Smoking Dining: Yes Non-Smoking Ship: No

Contact info:
100 Fordham Road, Building C
Wilmington, MA 01887 USA
phone: 800-337-9568
web: www.crystalcruise.com

Room amenities: 24-hour complimentary in-stateroom dining Refrigerators with complimentary bottled water and soft drinks 100% Egyptian cotton sheets, down pillows, plush duvets and featherbeds Remote control, flat-screen television with audio/MP3 player input and DVD Player. Television features 24-hour news and sports information via CNN, CNBC, MSNBC, Fox News, BBC World NEws, Sky News, NHK World, ESPN, and TNT (reception permitting) Wi-Fi access Lavish bathroom amenities including Frette bathrobes, slippers, two hairdryers and Aveda bath products.Other amenities include a clothes brush, shoe horn, and sewing kit. Shower, bathtub, double sink, makeup mirror and a telephone in bathroom Queen or twin-sized beds, depending on preference Direct-dial ship-to-shore phones and personal voice mail and cell phone service at sea Large closets with shoe rack, umbrella, and beach tote Telephone system with private voice mail and automated wake-up call Personal stateroom safe Alarm clocks

Facility amenities: DINING AREAS: Crystal Dining Room for distinctive international cuisine and a world-renowned wine list Prego restaurant for classic Italian cuisine in a Venetian atmosphere Silk Road and The Sushi Bar, exclusively featuring menu selections created by the famed Nobu Matsuhisa The Vintage Room, a classic boardroom and wine cellar for exclusive wine-pairing dinners The Bistro serving international coffees, cheeses, and wines by the glass The outdoor Trident Bar & Grill serving hot dogs, hamburgers, pizza, sandwiches, wraps and fruits is open throughout the afternoon Indoor/outdoor Lido Café serves breakfast and lunch Complimentary ice cream and frozen yogurt bar Afternoon tea Indoor/outdoor poolside area for casual dining FITNESS FACILITIES: Feng Shui-designed Crystal Spa, Salon & Fitness Center Fitness Center with cardiovascular exercise equipment and personal fitness instructors Weight room with free weights, weight machines Exercise studio for high and low impact classes, yoga, Spinning classes, as well as personal training Salon for hair styling, manicures and pedicures Dry sauna and steam room Full exterior 360 degree teak Promenade Deck for walking and jogging Sports deck with a golf driving range and putting greens Full-size paddle tennis court Seahorse Pool, an outdoor lap pool ENTERTAINMENT: The Creative Learning Institute, an extensive lecture and seminar program Nightclub for nightly dancing and Karaoke Recent-release films in the Dolby-equipped Hollywood Theatre Cocktail hour at the Crystal Cove with soft piano music Avenue Saloon with pianist-singers performing jazz and favorite tunes Full orchestra in the Galaxy Lounge, a six-piece dance band, and rotating musical ensembles such as a strolling instrumental trio, string quarter, or rolling a cappella group Complimentary dance classes Ballroom and nightclub dance lounges An Ambassador Host Program for dancing partners Bridge instructors

Smoking policy: No
Smoking policies vary by facility. During all group events and activities, smoking is prohibited.

Elevator: Yes

Check in time: 3:00 PM

Day Ten: Tuesday, December 04 - Morning Lecture/Free Time 
Breakfast: Onboard Ship at leisure - Choice of The Lido Cafe, the Bistro, or in-stateroom dining service

Morning: Class:The Mysteries of Easter Island NOTE: The above is an example of a class topic that may be presented. Topics are subject to change

Lunch: Onboard ship at leisure. Lunch is offered daily at the Lido Cafe, the Bistro, the Trident Bar & Grill

Afternoon: Free afternoon to relax and enjoy the ship's various amenities and activities. Please refer to today's daily schedule.

Dinner: Crystal Dining Room

Evening: Included Shipboard Activity: Tonight's Specific Performance (to be advised on board). Attendance is at your leisure.

Lodging: Crystal Symphony

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Type: Cruise Ship

 Description: With a winning formula for success, Crystal Cruises consistently ranks among the top luxury properties in the world. Grounded in more than a decade of accolades, Crystal has won an unprecedented number of top awards. Among others, the line has been voted "World's Best" by the readers of Travel + Leisure and Condé Nast Traveler more than any other cruise line, hotel or resort in history. Public Areas include: Two-story Crystal Plaza and Crystal Cove, lobby area with atrium, comfortable seating and piano bar "Avenue of the Stars" shopping arcade with three boutiques Casino featuring slot machines, bar poker and slant top poker machines, six blackjack tables, craps, a roulette table, baccarat table and The Ultimate Texas Hold'em Galaxy Lounge showroom Hollywood Theatre for recently released movies, with state-of-the-art audio visual and translation equipment that may be used for meetings and/or conferences; theatre also features audio enhancement for the hearing-impaired Computer University@Sea® center with a lab for classroom instruction and separate room offering 24-hour Internet and e-mail access A variety of lounges including the Starlite Club for dancing and cabaret; Avenue Saloon cocktail and piano bar; Connoisseur Club, an intimate, refined cigar and connoisseur liquor lounge; Palm Court observation lounge; and Luxe nightclub Fantasia children's center and Waves teen center Library featuring over 3,000 books, DVD's, and audio books Bridge Lounge

Ship Information: Registry: Bahamas Builder: Kvaerner Masa-Yards Country Built In: Finland Ship Completed Date: 5/3/1995 Christened By: Angela Lansbury Call Letters: C6MY5 Refurbished Date: 11/9/2009 Capacity: 922 Number of Crew, Nationality: 566, European Gross Tonnage: 51044 Stabilized: Yes Average Speed: 20 knots Maximum Speed: 21 knots Length: 781 feet Beam: 99 feet Space Ratio: 54.3:1 Number of Passenger Decks: 8 Number of Outside Rooms: 461 Number of Restaurants: 7 Number of Pools: 1 Number of Elevators: 8 Voltage: 110/220 Non-Smoking Dining: Yes Non-Smoking Ship: No

Contact info:
100 Fordham Road, Building C
Wilmington, MA 01887 USA
phone: 800-337-9568
web: www.crystalcruise.com

Room amenities: 24-hour complimentary in-stateroom dining Refrigerators with complimentary bottled water and soft drinks 100% Egyptian cotton sheets, down pillows, plush duvets and featherbeds Remote control, flat-screen television with audio/MP3 player input and DVD Player. Television features 24-hour news and sports information via CNN, CNBC, MSNBC, Fox News, BBC World NEws, Sky News, NHK World, ESPN, and TNT (reception permitting) Wi-Fi access Lavish bathroom amenities including Frette bathrobes, slippers, two hairdryers and Aveda bath products.Other amenities include a clothes brush, shoe horn, and sewing kit. Shower, bathtub, double sink, makeup mirror and a telephone in bathroom Queen or twin-sized beds, depending on preference Direct-dial ship-to-shore phones and personal voice mail and cell phone service at sea Large closets with shoe rack, umbrella, and beach tote Telephone system with private voice mail and automated wake-up call Personal stateroom safe Alarm clocks

Facility amenities: DINING AREAS: Crystal Dining Room for distinctive international cuisine and a world-renowned wine list Prego restaurant for classic Italian cuisine in a Venetian atmosphere Silk Road and The Sushi Bar, exclusively featuring menu selections created by the famed Nobu Matsuhisa The Vintage Room, a classic boardroom and wine cellar for exclusive wine-pairing dinners The Bistro serving international coffees, cheeses, and wines by the glass The outdoor Trident Bar & Grill serving hot dogs, hamburgers, pizza, sandwiches, wraps and fruits is open throughout the afternoon Indoor/outdoor Lido Café serves breakfast and lunch Complimentary ice cream and frozen yogurt bar Afternoon tea Indoor/outdoor poolside area for casual dining FITNESS FACILITIES: Feng Shui-designed Crystal Spa, Salon & Fitness Center Fitness Center with cardiovascular exercise equipment and personal fitness instructors Weight room with free weights, weight machines Exercise studio for high and low impact classes, yoga, Spinning classes, as well as personal training Salon for hair styling, manicures and pedicures Dry sauna and steam room Full exterior 360 degree teak Promenade Deck for walking and jogging Sports deck with a golf driving range and putting greens Full-size paddle tennis court Seahorse Pool, an outdoor lap pool ENTERTAINMENT: The Creative Learning Institute, an extensive lecture and seminar program Nightclub for nightly dancing and Karaoke Recent-release films in the Dolby-equipped Hollywood Theatre Cocktail hour at the Crystal Cove with soft piano music Avenue Saloon with pianist-singers performing jazz and favorite tunes Full orchestra in the Galaxy Lounge, a six-piece dance band, and rotating musical ensembles such as a strolling instrumental trio, string quarter, or rolling a cappella group Complimentary dance classes Ballroom and nightclub dance lounges An Ambassador Host Program for dancing partners Bridge instructors

Smoking policy: No
Smoking policies vary by facility. During all group events and activities, smoking is prohibited.

Elevator: Yes

Check in time: 3:00 PM

Day Eleven: Wednesday, December 05 - Morning Lecture/Free Time 
Breakfast: Onboard Ship at leisure - Choice of The Lido Cafe, the Bistro, or in-stateroom dining service

Morning: Class:The Myth and Reality of Tahiti Class: Captain Cook and the Tahitians in later 18th century NOTE: The above are examples of a class topics that may be presented. Topics are subject to change.

Lunch: Onboard ship at leisure. Lunch is offered daily at the Lido Cafe, the Bistro, the Trident Bar & Grill

Afternoon: Free afternoon to relax and enjoy the ship's various amenities and activities. Please refer to today's daily schedule.

Dinner: Crystal Dining Room

Evening: Included Shipboard Activity: Tonight's Specific Performance (to be advised on board). Attendance is at your leisure.

Lodging: Crystal Symphony

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Type: Cruise Ship

 Description: With a winning formula for success, Crystal Cruises consistently ranks among the top luxury properties in the world. Grounded in more than a decade of accolades, Crystal has won an unprecedented number of top awards. Among others, the line has been voted "World's Best" by the readers of Travel + Leisure and Condé Nast Traveler more than any other cruise line, hotel or resort in history. Public Areas include: Two-story Crystal Plaza and Crystal Cove, lobby area with atrium, comfortable seating and piano bar "Avenue of the Stars" shopping arcade with three boutiques Casino featuring slot machines, bar poker and slant top poker machines, six blackjack tables, craps, a roulette table, baccarat table and The Ultimate Texas Hold'em Galaxy Lounge showroom Hollywood Theatre for recently released movies, with state-of-the-art audio visual and translation equipment that may be used for meetings and/or conferences; theatre also features audio enhancement for the hearing-impaired Computer University@Sea® center with a lab for classroom instruction and separate room offering 24-hour Internet and e-mail access A variety of lounges including the Starlite Club for dancing and cabaret; Avenue Saloon cocktail and piano bar; Connoisseur Club, an intimate, refined cigar and connoisseur liquor lounge; Palm Court observation lounge; and Luxe nightclub Fantasia children's center and Waves teen center Library featuring over 3,000 books, DVD's, and audio books Bridge Lounge

Ship Information: Registry: Bahamas Builder: Kvaerner Masa-Yards Country Built In: Finland Ship Completed Date: 5/3/1995 Christened By: Angela Lansbury Call Letters: C6MY5 Refurbished Date: 11/9/2009 Capacity: 922 Number of Crew, Nationality: 566, European Gross Tonnage: 51044 Stabilized: Yes Average Speed: 20 knots Maximum Speed: 21 knots Length: 781 feet Beam: 99 feet Space Ratio: 54.3:1 Number of Passenger Decks: 8 Number of Outside Rooms: 461 Number of Restaurants: 7 Number of Pools: 1 Number of Elevators: 8 Voltage: 110/220 Non-Smoking Dining: Yes Non-Smoking Ship: No

Contact info:
100 Fordham Road, Building C
Wilmington, MA 01887 USA
phone: 800-337-9568
web: www.crystalcruise.com

Room amenities: 24-hour complimentary in-stateroom dining Refrigerators with complimentary bottled water and soft drinks 100% Egyptian cotton sheets, down pillows, plush duvets and featherbeds Remote control, flat-screen television with audio/MP3 player input and DVD Player. Television features 24-hour news and sports information via CNN, CNBC, MSNBC, Fox News, BBC World NEws, Sky News, NHK World, ESPN, and TNT (reception permitting) Wi-Fi access Lavish bathroom amenities including Frette bathrobes, slippers, two hairdryers and Aveda bath products.Other amenities include a clothes brush, shoe horn, and sewing kit. Shower, bathtub, double sink, makeup mirror and a telephone in bathroom Queen or twin-sized beds, depending on preference Direct-dial ship-to-shore phones and personal voice mail and cell phone service at sea Large closets with shoe rack, umbrella, and beach tote Telephone system with private voice mail and automated wake-up call Personal stateroom safe Alarm clocks

Facility amenities: DINING AREAS: Crystal Dining Room for distinctive international cuisine and a world-renowned wine list Prego restaurant for classic Italian cuisine in a Venetian atmosphere Silk Road and The Sushi Bar, exclusively featuring menu selections created by the famed Nobu Matsuhisa The Vintage Room, a classic boardroom and wine cellar for exclusive wine-pairing dinners The Bistro serving international coffees, cheeses, and wines by the glass The outdoor Trident Bar & Grill serving hot dogs, hamburgers, pizza, sandwiches, wraps and fruits is open throughout the afternoon Indoor/outdoor Lido Café serves breakfast and lunch Complimentary ice cream and frozen yogurt bar Afternoon tea Indoor/outdoor poolside area for casual dining FITNESS FACILITIES: Feng Shui-designed Crystal Spa, Salon & Fitness Center Fitness Center with cardiovascular exercise equipment and personal fitness instructors Weight room with free weights, weight machines Exercise studio for high and low impact classes, yoga, Spinning classes, as well as personal training Salon for hair styling, manicures and pedicures Dry sauna and steam room Full exterior 360 degree teak Promenade Deck for walking and jogging Sports deck with a golf driving range and putting greens Full-size paddle tennis court Seahorse Pool, an outdoor lap pool ENTERTAINMENT: The Creative Learning Institute, an extensive lecture and seminar program Nightclub for nightly dancing and Karaoke Recent-release films in the Dolby-equipped Hollywood Theatre Cocktail hour at the Crystal Cove with soft piano music Avenue Saloon with pianist-singers performing jazz and favorite tunes Full orchestra in the Galaxy Lounge, a six-piece dance band, and rotating musical ensembles such as a strolling instrumental trio, string quarter, or rolling a cappella group Complimentary dance classes Ballroom and nightclub dance lounges An Ambassador Host Program for dancing partners Bridge instructors

Smoking policy: No
Smoking policies vary by facility. During all group events and activities, smoking is prohibited.

Elevator: Yes

Check in time: 3:00 PM

Day Twelve: Thursday, December 06 - Morning Lecture/Free Time 
Breakfast: Onboard Ship at leisure - Choice of The Lido Cafe, the Bistro, or in-stateroom dining service

Morning: Class:How the French Came to Govern this Part of the World Class: World War II in the Pacific (Americans on Bora-Bora) NOTE: The above are examples of a class topics that may be presented. Topics are subject to change.

Lunch: Onboard ship at leisure. Lunch is offered daily at the Lido Cafe, the Bistro, the Trident Bar & Grill

Afternoon: Free afternoon to relax and enjoy the ship's various amenities and activities. Please refer to today's daily schedule.

Dinner: Crystal Dining Room

Evening: Included Shipboard Activity: Tonight's Specific Performance (to be advised on board). Attendance is at your leisure.

Lodging: Crystal Symphony

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Type: Cruise Ship

 Description: With a winning formula for success, Crystal Cruises consistently ranks among the top luxury properties in the world. Grounded in more than a decade of accolades, Crystal has won an unprecedented number of top awards. Among others, the line has been voted "World's Best" by the readers of Travel + Leisure and Condé Nast Traveler more than any other cruise line, hotel or resort in history. Public Areas include: Two-story Crystal Plaza and Crystal Cove, lobby area with atrium, comfortable seating and piano bar "Avenue of the Stars" shopping arcade with three boutiques Casino featuring slot machines, bar poker and slant top poker machines, six blackjack tables, craps, a roulette table, baccarat table and The Ultimate Texas Hold'em Galaxy Lounge showroom Hollywood Theatre for recently released movies, with state-of-the-art audio visual and translation equipment that may be used for meetings and/or conferences; theatre also features audio enhancement for the hearing-impaired Computer University@Sea® center with a lab for classroom instruction and separate room offering 24-hour Internet and e-mail access A variety of lounges including the Starlite Club for dancing and cabaret; Avenue Saloon cocktail and piano bar; Connoisseur Club, an intimate, refined cigar and connoisseur liquor lounge; Palm Court observation lounge; and Luxe nightclub Fantasia children's center and Waves teen center Library featuring over 3,000 books, DVD's, and audio books Bridge Lounge

Ship Information: Registry: Bahamas Builder: Kvaerner Masa-Yards Country Built In: Finland Ship Completed Date: 5/3/1995 Christened By: Angela Lansbury Call Letters: C6MY5 Refurbished Date: 11/9/2009 Capacity: 922 Number of Crew, Nationality: 566, European Gross Tonnage: 51044 Stabilized: Yes Average Speed: 20 knots Maximum Speed: 21 knots Length: 781 feet Beam: 99 feet Space Ratio: 54.3:1 Number of Passenger Decks: 8 Number of Outside Rooms: 461 Number of Restaurants: 7 Number of Pools: 1 Number of Elevators: 8 Voltage: 110/220 Non-Smoking Dining: Yes Non-Smoking Ship: No

Contact info:
100 Fordham Road, Building C
Wilmington, MA 01887 USA
phone: 800-337-9568
web: www.crystalcruise.com

Room amenities: 24-hour complimentary in-stateroom dining Refrigerators with complimentary bottled water and soft drinks 100% Egyptian cotton sheets, down pillows, plush duvets and featherbeds Remote control, flat-screen television with audio/MP3 player input and DVD Player. Television features 24-hour news and sports information via CNN, CNBC, MSNBC, Fox News, BBC World NEws, Sky News, NHK World, ESPN, and TNT (reception permitting) Wi-Fi access Lavish bathroom amenities including Frette bathrobes, slippers, two hairdryers and Aveda bath products.Other amenities include a clothes brush, shoe horn, and sewing kit. Shower, bathtub, double sink, makeup mirror and a telephone in bathroom Queen or twin-sized beds, depending on preference Direct-dial ship-to-shore phones and personal voice mail and cell phone service at sea Large closets with shoe rack, umbrella, and beach tote Telephone system with private voice mail and automated wake-up call Personal stateroom safe Alarm clocks

Facility amenities: DINING AREAS: Crystal Dining Room for distinctive international cuisine and a world-renowned wine list Prego restaurant for classic Italian cuisine in a Venetian atmosphere Silk Road and The Sushi Bar, exclusively featuring menu selections created by the famed Nobu Matsuhisa The Vintage Room, a classic boardroom and wine cellar for exclusive wine-pairing dinners The Bistro serving international coffees, cheeses, and wines by the glass The outdoor Trident Bar & Grill serving hot dogs, hamburgers, pizza, sandwiches, wraps and fruits is open throughout the afternoon Indoor/outdoor Lido Café serves breakfast and lunch Complimentary ice cream and frozen yogurt bar Afternoon tea Indoor/outdoor poolside area for casual dining FITNESS FACILITIES: Feng Shui-designed Crystal Spa, Salon & Fitness Center Fitness Center with cardiovascular exercise equipment and personal fitness instructors Weight room with free weights, weight machines Exercise studio for high and low impact classes, yoga, Spinning classes, as well as personal training Salon for hair styling, manicures and pedicures Dry sauna and steam room Full exterior 360 degree teak Promenade Deck for walking and jogging Sports deck with a golf driving range and putting greens Full-size paddle tennis court Seahorse Pool, an outdoor lap pool ENTERTAINMENT: The Creative Learning Institute, an extensive lecture and seminar program Nightclub for nightly dancing and Karaoke Recent-release films in the Dolby-equipped Hollywood Theatre Cocktail hour at the Crystal Cove with soft piano music Avenue Saloon with pianist-singers performing jazz and favorite tunes Full orchestra in the Galaxy Lounge, a six-piece dance band, and rotating musical ensembles such as a strolling instrumental trio, string quarter, or rolling a cappella group Complimentary dance classes Ballroom and nightclub dance lounges An Ambassador Host Program for dancing partners Bridge instructors

Smoking policy: No
Smoking policies vary by facility. During all group events and activities, smoking is prohibited.

Elevator: Yes

Check in time: 3:00 PM

Day Thirteen: Friday, December 07 - Arrive Moorea/Independent Exploration of Moorea (shore excursions... 
Arrive Moorea/Independent Exploration of Moorea (shore excursions available from ship)/Sail forTahiti

Arrive To: Arrive Moorea at 8 am. Heart-shaped and incredibly beautiful, Moorea is 15 miles across Tahiti's "Sea of the Moon." Surrounded by white sand beaches, marae (ancient stone worship sites), and spectacular mountain vistas, it is twice as old as Tahiti. Moorea has two stunning, neighboring, fjord-like bays - Cook's Bay and Opunohu Bay - which give the island its distinctive butterfly shape.

Breakfast: Onboard Ship at leisure - Choice of The Lido Cafe, the Bistro, or in-stateroom dining service

Morning: Time to explore Moorea on your own. You may wish to purchase a shore excursion offered by the ship using your shipboard credit. Crystal offers a variety choices including (list is not comprehensive): -Best of Moorea in a Day -Moorea Private Snorkeling Safari -Moorea Four-Wheel Drive Safari Adventure -Scuba Discovery for Certified Divers - One Tank

Lunch: Onboard ship at leisure. Lunch is offered daily at the Lido Cafe, the Bistro, the Trident Bar & Grill

Afternoon: Continuation of independent Moorea exploration. Set sail for Papeete, Tahiti at 6 pm.

Dinner: Crystal Dining Room

Evening: Included Shipboard Activity: Tonight's Specific Performance (to be advised on board). Attendance is at your leisure. Arrive at Papeete, Tahiti at 9 pm.

Lodging: Crystal Symphony

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Type: Cruise Ship

 Description: With a winning formula for success, Crystal Cruises consistently ranks among the top luxury properties in the world. Grounded in more than a decade of accolades, Crystal has won an unprecedented number of top awards. Among others, the line has been voted "World's Best" by the readers of Travel + Leisure and Condé Nast Traveler more than any other cruise line, hotel or resort in history. Public Areas include: Two-story Crystal Plaza and Crystal Cove, lobby area with atrium, comfortable seating and piano bar "Avenue of the Stars" shopping arcade with three boutiques Casino featuring slot machines, bar poker and slant top poker machines, six blackjack tables, craps, a roulette table, baccarat table and The Ultimate Texas Hold'em Galaxy Lounge showroom Hollywood Theatre for recently released movies, with state-of-the-art audio visual and translation equipment that may be used for meetings and/or conferences; theatre also features audio enhancement for the hearing-impaired Computer University@Sea® center with a lab for classroom instruction and separate room offering 24-hour Internet and e-mail access A variety of lounges including the Starlite Club for dancing and cabaret; Avenue Saloon cocktail and piano bar; Connoisseur Club, an intimate, refined cigar and connoisseur liquor lounge; Palm Court observation lounge; and Luxe nightclub Fantasia children's center and Waves teen center Library featuring over 3,000 books, DVD's, and audio books Bridge Lounge

Ship Information: Registry: Bahamas Builder: Kvaerner Masa-Yards Country Built In: Finland Ship Completed Date: 5/3/1995 Christened By: Angela Lansbury Call Letters: C6MY5 Refurbished Date: 11/9/2009 Capacity: 922 Number of Crew, Nationality: 566, European Gross Tonnage: 51044 Stabilized: Yes Average Speed: 20 knots Maximum Speed: 21 knots Length: 781 feet Beam: 99 feet Space Ratio: 54.3:1 Number of Passenger Decks: 8 Number of Outside Rooms: 461 Number of Restaurants: 7 Number of Pools: 1 Number of Elevators: 8 Voltage: 110/220 Non-Smoking Dining: Yes Non-Smoking Ship: No

Contact info:
100 Fordham Road, Building C
Wilmington, MA 01887 USA
phone: 800-337-9568
web: www.crystalcruise.com

Room amenities: 24-hour complimentary in-stateroom dining Refrigerators with complimentary bottled water and soft drinks 100% Egyptian cotton sheets, down pillows, plush duvets and featherbeds Remote control, flat-screen television with audio/MP3 player input and DVD Player. Television features 24-hour news and sports information via CNN, CNBC, MSNBC, Fox News, BBC World NEws, Sky News, NHK World, ESPN, and TNT (reception permitting) Wi-Fi access Lavish bathroom amenities including Frette bathrobes, slippers, two hairdryers and Aveda bath products.Other amenities include a clothes brush, shoe horn, and sewing kit. Shower, bathtub, double sink, makeup mirror and a telephone in bathroom Queen or twin-sized beds, depending on preference Direct-dial ship-to-shore phones and personal voice mail and cell phone service at sea Large closets with shoe rack, umbrella, and beach tote Telephone system with private voice mail and automated wake-up call Personal stateroom safe Alarm clocks

Facility amenities: DINING AREAS: Crystal Dining Room for distinctive international cuisine and a world-renowned wine list Prego restaurant for classic Italian cuisine in a Venetian atmosphere Silk Road and The Sushi Bar, exclusively featuring menu selections created by the famed Nobu Matsuhisa The Vintage Room, a classic boardroom and wine cellar for exclusive wine-pairing dinners The Bistro serving international coffees, cheeses, and wines by the glass The outdoor Trident Bar & Grill serving hot dogs, hamburgers, pizza, sandwiches, wraps and fruits is open throughout the afternoon Indoor/outdoor Lido Café serves breakfast and lunch Complimentary ice cream and frozen yogurt bar Afternoon tea Indoor/outdoor poolside area for casual dining FITNESS FACILITIES: Feng Shui-designed Crystal Spa, Salon & Fitness Center Fitness Center with cardiovascular exercise equipment and personal fitness instructors Weight room with free weights, weight machines Exercise studio for high and low impact classes, yoga, Spinning classes, as well as personal training Salon for hair styling, manicures and pedicures Dry sauna and steam room Full exterior 360 degree teak Promenade Deck for walking and jogging Sports deck with a golf driving range and putting greens Full-size paddle tennis court Seahorse Pool, an outdoor lap pool ENTERTAINMENT: The Creative Learning Institute, an extensive lecture and seminar program Nightclub for nightly dancing and Karaoke Recent-release films in the Dolby-equipped Hollywood Theatre Cocktail hour at the Crystal Cove with soft piano music Avenue Saloon with pianist-singers performing jazz and favorite tunes Full orchestra in the Galaxy Lounge, a six-piece dance band, and rotating musical ensembles such as a strolling instrumental trio, string quarter, or rolling a cappella group Complimentary dance classes Ballroom and nightclub dance lounges An Ambassador Host Program for dancing partners Bridge instructors

Smoking policy: No
Smoking policies vary by facility. During all group events and activities, smoking is prohibited.

Elevator: Yes

Check in time: 3:00 PM

Day Fourteen: Saturday, December 08 - Included Field Trip: Circle Tahiti Nui/Sail for Bora Bora 
Breakfast: Onboard Ship at leisure - Choice of The Lido Cafe, the Bistro, or in-stateroom dining service.

Morning: Included Road Scholar Field Trip: Circle Tahiti Nui. Depart Papeete and pass through many districts and villages. Notice how each area's mayor tries to out do the others with enormous town halls. Passing Faaa Airport, notice that land for its runways was reclaimed from the lagoon. It was not until 1961 that modern jets were able to land here. Stop at the ancient Arahurahu marae which has been restored to its former grandeur. Next visit the Maraa Grotto, a beautiful garden and cave area, and continue on past the golf course which was once a huge cotton plantation worked by coolie labor from China. It was planted to fulfill the shortage of cotton in Europe caused by the American Civil War. A short distance further on, visit the Vaipahi Garden with its beautiful waterfall before stopping at restaurant Musee Gauguin for a buffet lunch.

Lunch: Buffet lunch at a local Tahitian restaurant

Afternoon: Continue on and pass through beautiful Papeari Village and along the inlet (Phaeton Bay) which has a number of fish traps; then cross the Isthmus of Taravao, pass the base where the military have been located since 1844. The ships of Antoine de Bougainville, anchored near the two small offshore islands in Hitiaa in 1786. At Mahaena, Tahitians fought an armed rebellion for three years against the annexation of Tahiti by France. Next stops will include Arahoho Blowhole, Fa`aurumai Waterfall, and Point Venus and Matavai Bay. Captains Wallis, Cook and Bligh anchored in the Matavai Bay area. Located here is a memorial to the arrival of the first Christian missionaries in 1797 and a lighthouse constructed in 1868, despite its 1867 date. Continue on to Pirae and pass One Tree Hill called Taharaa today.

Dinner: Crystal Dining Room

Evening: Included Shipboard Activity: Tonight's Specific Performance (to be advised on board). Attendance is at your leisure. Ship sets sail for Bora Bora.

Lodging: Crystal Symphony

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Type: Cruise Ship

 Description: With a winning formula for success, Crystal Cruises consistently ranks among the top luxury properties in the world. Grounded in more than a decade of accolades, Crystal has won an unprecedented number of top awards. Among others, the line has been voted "World's Best" by the readers of Travel + Leisure and Condé Nast Traveler more than any other cruise line, hotel or resort in history. Public Areas include: Two-story Crystal Plaza and Crystal Cove, lobby area with atrium, comfortable seating and piano bar "Avenue of the Stars" shopping arcade with three boutiques Casino featuring slot machines, bar poker and slant top poker machines, six blackjack tables, craps, a roulette table, baccarat table and The Ultimate Texas Hold'em Galaxy Lounge showroom Hollywood Theatre for recently released movies, with state-of-the-art audio visual and translation equipment that may be used for meetings and/or conferences; theatre also features audio enhancement for the hearing-impaired Computer University@Sea® center with a lab for classroom instruction and separate room offering 24-hour Internet and e-mail access A variety of lounges including the Starlite Club for dancing and cabaret; Avenue Saloon cocktail and piano bar; Connoisseur Club, an intimate, refined cigar and connoisseur liquor lounge; Palm Court observation lounge; and Luxe nightclub Fantasia children's center and Waves teen center Library featuring over 3,000 books, DVD's, and audio books Bridge Lounge

Ship Information: Registry: Bahamas Builder: Kvaerner Masa-Yards Country Built In: Finland Ship Completed Date: 5/3/1995 Christened By: Angela Lansbury Call Letters: C6MY5 Refurbished Date: 11/9/2009 Capacity: 922 Number of Crew, Nationality: 566, European Gross Tonnage: 51044 Stabilized: Yes Average Speed: 20 knots Maximum Speed: 21 knots Length: 781 feet Beam: 99 feet Space Ratio: 54.3:1 Number of Passenger Decks: 8 Number of Outside Rooms: 461 Number of Restaurants: 7 Number of Pools: 1 Number of Elevators: 8 Voltage: 110/220 Non-Smoking Dining: Yes Non-Smoking Ship: No

Contact info:
100 Fordham Road, Building C
Wilmington, MA 01887 USA
phone: 800-337-9568
web: www.crystalcruise.com

Room amenities: 24-hour complimentary in-stateroom dining Refrigerators with complimentary bottled water and soft drinks 100% Egyptian cotton sheets, down pillows, plush duvets and featherbeds Remote control, flat-screen television with audio/MP3 player input and DVD Player. Television features 24-hour news and sports information via CNN, CNBC, MSNBC, Fox News, BBC World NEws, Sky News, NHK World, ESPN, and TNT (reception permitting) Wi-Fi access Lavish bathroom amenities including Frette bathrobes, slippers, two hairdryers and Aveda bath products.Other amenities include a clothes brush, shoe horn, and sewing kit. Shower, bathtub, double sink, makeup mirror and a telephone in bathroom Queen or twin-sized beds, depending on preference Direct-dial ship-to-shore phones and personal voice mail and cell phone service at sea Large closets with shoe rack, umbrella, and beach tote Telephone system with private voice mail and automated wake-up call Personal stateroom safe Alarm clocks

Facility amenities: DINING AREAS: Crystal Dining Room for distinctive international cuisine and a world-renowned wine list Prego restaurant for classic Italian cuisine in a Venetian atmosphere Silk Road and The Sushi Bar, exclusively featuring menu selections created by the famed Nobu Matsuhisa The Vintage Room, a classic boardroom and wine cellar for exclusive wine-pairing dinners The Bistro serving international coffees, cheeses, and wines by the glass The outdoor Trident Bar & Grill serving hot dogs, hamburgers, pizza, sandwiches, wraps and fruits is open throughout the afternoon Indoor/outdoor Lido Café serves breakfast and lunch Complimentary ice cream and frozen yogurt bar Afternoon tea Indoor/outdoor poolside area for casual dining FITNESS FACILITIES: Feng Shui-designed Crystal Spa, Salon & Fitness Center Fitness Center with cardiovascular exercise equipment and personal fitness instructors Weight room with free weights, weight machines Exercise studio for high and low impact classes, yoga, Spinning classes, as well as personal training Salon for hair styling, manicures and pedicures Dry sauna and steam room Full exterior 360 degree teak Promenade Deck for walking and jogging Sports deck with a golf driving range and putting greens Full-size paddle tennis court Seahorse Pool, an outdoor lap pool ENTERTAINMENT: The Creative Learning Institute, an extensive lecture and seminar program Nightclub for nightly dancing and Karaoke Recent-release films in the Dolby-equipped Hollywood Theatre Cocktail hour at the Crystal Cove with soft piano music Avenue Saloon with pianist-singers performing jazz and favorite tunes Full orchestra in the Galaxy Lounge, a six-piece dance band, and rotating musical ensembles such as a strolling instrumental trio, string quarter, or rolling a cappella group Complimentary dance classes Ballroom and nightclub dance lounges An Ambassador Host Program for dancing partners Bridge instructors

Smoking policy: No
Smoking policies vary by facility. During all group events and activities, smoking is prohibited.

Elevator: Yes

Check in time: 3:00 PM

Day Fifteen: Sunday, December 09 - Arrive Bora Bora/Independent Exploration of Bora Bora (shore... 
Arrive Bora Bora/Independent Exploration of Bora Bora (shore excursions available from ship) /Sail for Rarotonga, Cook Islands

Arrive To: Arrive Bora Bora at approximately 8am: Surrounded by offshore motu islets inside a protective coral necklace, Bora Bora is in the center of a multi-colored lagoon world-famous for its beauty. Generations of travelers - including novelist James Michener - have regarded Bora Bora as an earthly paradise.

Breakfast: Onboard Ship at leisure - Choice of The Lido Cafe, the Bistro, or in-stateroom dining service.

Morning: Time to explore Bora Bora on your own. You may wish to purchase a shore excursion offered by the ship using your shipboard credit. Crystal offers a variety choices including (list is not comprehensive): -Brief Bora Bora Highlights -Above Bora Bora by Helicopter -Lagoon by Glass-Bottom Boat -A Walk on the Ocean Floor -Snorkeling with Stingrays

Lunch: Onboard ship at leisure. Lunch is offered daily at the Lido Cafe, the Bistro, the Trident Bar & Grill

Afternoon: Continuation of independent Bora Bora exploration. Set sail for Rarotonga, Cook Islands at 5 pm.

Dinner: Crystal Dining Room

Evening: Included Shipboard Activity: Tonight's Specific Performance (to be advised on board). Attendance is at your leisure.

Lodging: Crystal Symphony

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Type: Cruise Ship

 Description: With a winning formula for success, Crystal Cruises consistently ranks among the top luxury properties in the world. Grounded in more than a decade of accolades, Crystal has won an unprecedented number of top awards. Among others, the line has been voted "World's Best" by the readers of Travel + Leisure and Condé Nast Traveler more than any other cruise line, hotel or resort in history. Public Areas include: Two-story Crystal Plaza and Crystal Cove, lobby area with atrium, comfortable seating and piano bar "Avenue of the Stars" shopping arcade with three boutiques Casino featuring slot machines, bar poker and slant top poker machines, six blackjack tables, craps, a roulette table, baccarat table and The Ultimate Texas Hold'em Galaxy Lounge showroom Hollywood Theatre for recently released movies, with state-of-the-art audio visual and translation equipment that may be used for meetings and/or conferences; theatre also features audio enhancement for the hearing-impaired Computer University@Sea® center with a lab for classroom instruction and separate room offering 24-hour Internet and e-mail access A variety of lounges including the Starlite Club for dancing and cabaret; Avenue Saloon cocktail and piano bar; Connoisseur Club, an intimate, refined cigar and connoisseur liquor lounge; Palm Court observation lounge; and Luxe nightclub Fantasia children's center and Waves teen center Library featuring over 3,000 books, DVD's, and audio books Bridge Lounge

Ship Information: Registry: Bahamas Builder: Kvaerner Masa-Yards Country Built In: Finland Ship Completed Date: 5/3/1995 Christened By: Angela Lansbury Call Letters: C6MY5 Refurbished Date: 11/9/2009 Capacity: 922 Number of Crew, Nationality: 566, European Gross Tonnage: 51044 Stabilized: Yes Average Speed: 20 knots Maximum Speed: 21 knots Length: 781 feet Beam: 99 feet Space Ratio: 54.3:1 Number of Passenger Decks: 8 Number of Outside Rooms: 461 Number of Restaurants: 7 Number of Pools: 1 Number of Elevators: 8 Voltage: 110/220 Non-Smoking Dining: Yes Non-Smoking Ship: No

Contact info:
100 Fordham Road, Building C
Wilmington, MA 01887 USA
phone: 800-337-9568
web: www.crystalcruise.com

Room amenities: 24-hour complimentary in-stateroom dining Refrigerators with complimentary bottled water and soft drinks 100% Egyptian cotton sheets, down pillows, plush duvets and featherbeds Remote control, flat-screen television with audio/MP3 player input and DVD Player. Television features 24-hour news and sports information via CNN, CNBC, MSNBC, Fox News, BBC World NEws, Sky News, NHK World, ESPN, and TNT (reception permitting) Wi-Fi access Lavish bathroom amenities including Frette bathrobes, slippers, two hairdryers and Aveda bath products.Other amenities include a clothes brush, shoe horn, and sewing kit. Shower, bathtub, double sink, makeup mirror and a telephone in bathroom Queen or twin-sized beds, depending on preference Direct-dial ship-to-shore phones and personal voice mail and cell phone service at sea Large closets with shoe rack, umbrella, and beach tote Telephone system with private voice mail and automated wake-up call Personal stateroom safe Alarm clocks

Facility amenities: DINING AREAS: Crystal Dining Room for distinctive international cuisine and a world-renowned wine list Prego restaurant for classic Italian cuisine in a Venetian atmosphere Silk Road and The Sushi Bar, exclusively featuring menu selections created by the famed Nobu Matsuhisa The Vintage Room, a classic boardroom and wine cellar for exclusive wine-pairing dinners The Bistro serving international coffees, cheeses, and wines by the glass The outdoor Trident Bar & Grill serving hot dogs, hamburgers, pizza, sandwiches, wraps and fruits is open throughout the afternoon Indoor/outdoor Lido Café serves breakfast and lunch Complimentary ice cream and frozen yogurt bar Afternoon tea Indoor/outdoor poolside area for casual dining FITNESS FACILITIES: Feng Shui-designed Crystal Spa, Salon & Fitness Center Fitness Center with cardiovascular exercise equipment and personal fitness instructors Weight room with free weights, weight machines Exercise studio for high and low impact classes, yoga, Spinning classes, as well as personal training Salon for hair styling, manicures and pedicures Dry sauna and steam room Full exterior 360 degree teak Promenade Deck for walking and jogging Sports deck with a golf driving range and putting greens Full-size paddle tennis court Seahorse Pool, an outdoor lap pool ENTERTAINMENT: The Creative Learning Institute, an extensive lecture and seminar program Nightclub for nightly dancing and Karaoke Recent-release films in the Dolby-equipped Hollywood Theatre Cocktail hour at the Crystal Cove with soft piano music Avenue Saloon with pianist-singers performing jazz and favorite tunes Full orchestra in the Galaxy Lounge, a six-piece dance band, and rotating musical ensembles such as a strolling instrumental trio, string quarter, or rolling a cappella group Complimentary dance classes Ballroom and nightclub dance lounges An Ambassador Host Program for dancing partners Bridge instructors

Smoking policy: No
Smoking policies vary by facility. During all group events and activities, smoking is prohibited.

Elevator: Yes

Check in time: 3:00 PM

Day Sixteen: Monday, December 10 - Morning & Afternoon Lectures/Free Time 
Breakfast: Onboard Ship at leisure - Choice of The Lido Cafe, the Bistro, or in-stateroom dining service.

Morning: Class:Voyages of Captain James Cook from Tahiti through Polynesia Class: The Cook Islands and Polynesian Outliers NOTE: The above are examples of a class topics that may be presented. Topics are subject to change.

Lunch: Onboard ship at leisure. Lunch is offered daily at the Lido Cafe, the Bistro, the Trident Bar & Grill

Afternoon: Class: New Zealand and the Cook Islands Class: Maori Settlement of New Zealand from Rarotonga NOTE: The above are examples of a class topics that may be presented. Topics are subject to change. Free time to enjoy the ship's activities.

Dinner: Crystal Dining Room

Evening: Included Shipboard Activity: Tonight's Specific Performance (to be advised on board). Attendance is at your leisure.

Lodging: Crystal Symphony

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Type: Cruise Ship

 Description: With a winning formula for success, Crystal Cruises consistently ranks among the top luxury properties in the world. Grounded in more than a decade of accolades, Crystal has won an unprecedented number of top awards. Among others, the line has been voted "World's Best" by the readers of Travel + Leisure and Condé Nast Traveler more than any other cruise line, hotel or resort in history. Public Areas include: Two-story Crystal Plaza and Crystal Cove, lobby area with atrium, comfortable seating and piano bar "Avenue of the Stars" shopping arcade with three boutiques Casino featuring slot machines, bar poker and slant top poker machines, six blackjack tables, craps, a roulette table, baccarat table and The Ultimate Texas Hold'em Galaxy Lounge showroom Hollywood Theatre for recently released movies, with state-of-the-art audio visual and translation equipment that may be used for meetings and/or conferences; theatre also features audio enhancement for the hearing-impaired Computer University@Sea® center with a lab for classroom instruction and separate room offering 24-hour Internet and e-mail access A variety of lounges including the Starlite Club for dancing and cabaret; Avenue Saloon cocktail and piano bar; Connoisseur Club, an intimate, refined cigar and connoisseur liquor lounge; Palm Court observation lounge; and Luxe nightclub Fantasia children's center and Waves teen center Library featuring over 3,000 books, DVD's, and audio books Bridge Lounge

Ship Information: Registry: Bahamas Builder: Kvaerner Masa-Yards Country Built In: Finland Ship Completed Date: 5/3/1995 Christened By: Angela Lansbury Call Letters: C6MY5 Refurbished Date: 11/9/2009 Capacity: 922 Number of Crew, Nationality: 566, European Gross Tonnage: 51044 Stabilized: Yes Average Speed: 20 knots Maximum Speed: 21 knots Length: 781 feet Beam: 99 feet Space Ratio: 54.3:1 Number of Passenger Decks: 8 Number of Outside Rooms: 461 Number of Restaurants: 7 Number of Pools: 1 Number of Elevators: 8 Voltage: 110/220 Non-Smoking Dining: Yes Non-Smoking Ship: No

Contact info:
100 Fordham Road, Building C
Wilmington, MA 01887 USA
phone: 800-337-9568
web: www.crystalcruise.com

Room amenities: 24-hour complimentary in-stateroom dining Refrigerators with complimentary bottled water and soft drinks 100% Egyptian cotton sheets, down pillows, plush duvets and featherbeds Remote control, flat-screen television with audio/MP3 player input and DVD Player. Television features 24-hour news and sports information via CNN, CNBC, MSNBC, Fox News, BBC World NEws, Sky News, NHK World, ESPN, and TNT (reception permitting) Wi-Fi access Lavish bathroom amenities including Frette bathrobes, slippers, two hairdryers and Aveda bath products.Other amenities include a clothes brush, shoe horn, and sewing kit. Shower, bathtub, double sink, makeup mirror and a telephone in bathroom Queen or twin-sized beds, depending on preference Direct-dial ship-to-shore phones and personal voice mail and cell phone service at sea Large closets with shoe rack, umbrella, and beach tote Telephone system with private voice mail and automated wake-up call Personal stateroom safe Alarm clocks

Facility amenities: DINING AREAS: Crystal Dining Room for distinctive international cuisine and a world-renowned wine list Prego restaurant for classic Italian cuisine in a Venetian atmosphere Silk Road and The Sushi Bar, exclusively featuring menu selections created by the famed Nobu Matsuhisa The Vintage Room, a classic boardroom and wine cellar for exclusive wine-pairing dinners The Bistro serving international coffees, cheeses, and wines by the glass The outdoor Trident Bar & Grill serving hot dogs, hamburgers, pizza, sandwiches, wraps and fruits is open throughout the afternoon Indoor/outdoor Lido Café serves breakfast and lunch Complimentary ice cream and frozen yogurt bar Afternoon tea Indoor/outdoor poolside area for casual dining FITNESS FACILITIES: Feng Shui-designed Crystal Spa, Salon & Fitness Center Fitness Center with cardiovascular exercise equipment and personal fitness instructors Weight room with free weights, weight machines Exercise studio for high and low impact classes, yoga, Spinning classes, as well as personal training Salon for hair styling, manicures and pedicures Dry sauna and steam room Full exterior 360 degree teak Promenade Deck for walking and jogging Sports deck with a golf driving range and putting greens Full-size paddle tennis court Seahorse Pool, an outdoor lap pool ENTERTAINMENT: The Creative Learning Institute, an extensive lecture and seminar program Nightclub for nightly dancing and Karaoke Recent-release films in the Dolby-equipped Hollywood Theatre Cocktail hour at the Crystal Cove with soft piano music Avenue Saloon with pianist-singers performing jazz and favorite tunes Full orchestra in the Galaxy Lounge, a six-piece dance band, and rotating musical ensembles such as a strolling instrumental trio, string quarter, or rolling a cappella group Complimentary dance classes Ballroom and nightclub dance lounges An Ambassador Host Program for dancing partners Bridge instructors

Smoking policy: No
Smoking policies vary by facility. During all group events and activities, smoking is prohibited.

Elevator: Yes

Check in time: 3:00 PM

Day Seventeen: Tuesday, December 11 - Included Field Trip Overview of Rarotonga/Set sail for Fiji 
Arrive To: Rarotonga, Cook Islands at 8 am. The Cook Islands stretch over 700,000 square miles of ocean and are said to be among the most beautiful islands in the world. They are tiny, remote, and still pristine in their beauty. Rarotonga is the largest island - lush, tropical, volcanic in origin. Avarua, the nation’s capital, is located on Rarotonga.

Breakfast: Onboard Ship at leisure - Choice of The Lido Cafe, the Bistro, or in-stateroom dining service.

Morning: Included Road Scholar Full Day Field Trip: Historical and Cultural Introduction to the Cook Islands – Depart on a bus to circle the island to see the center of government & commerce on Rarotonga and various cultural sites; also an introduction and discussion of the island’s infrastructure, travel along Ara Metua (the ancient road) to Avatiu Valley.

Lunch: Local lunch

Afternoon: Return from field trip mid-afternoon. Ship sets sail for Bora Bora at 5pm.

Dinner: Crystal Dining Room

Evening: Included Shipboard Activity: Tonight's Specific Performance (to be advised on board). Attendance is at your leisure.

Lodging: Crystal Symphony

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Type: Cruise Ship

 Description: With a winning formula for success, Crystal Cruises consistently ranks among the top luxury properties in the world. Grounded in more than a decade of accolades, Crystal has won an unprecedented number of top awards. Among others, the line has been voted "World's Best" by the readers of Travel + Leisure and Condé Nast Traveler more than any other cruise line, hotel or resort in history. Public Areas include: Two-story Crystal Plaza and Crystal Cove, lobby area with atrium, comfortable seating and piano bar "Avenue of the Stars" shopping arcade with three boutiques Casino featuring slot machines, bar poker and slant top poker machines, six blackjack tables, craps, a roulette table, baccarat table and The Ultimate Texas Hold'em Galaxy Lounge showroom Hollywood Theatre for recently released movies, with state-of-the-art audio visual and translation equipment that may be used for meetings and/or conferences; theatre also features audio enhancement for the hearing-impaired Computer University@Sea® center with a lab for classroom instruction and separate room offering 24-hour Internet and e-mail access A variety of lounges including the Starlite Club for dancing and cabaret; Avenue Saloon cocktail and piano bar; Connoisseur Club, an intimate, refined cigar and connoisseur liquor lounge; Palm Court observation lounge; and Luxe nightclub Fantasia children's center and Waves teen center Library featuring over 3,000 books, DVD's, and audio books Bridge Lounge

Ship Information: Registry: Bahamas Builder: Kvaerner Masa-Yards Country Built In: Finland Ship Completed Date: 5/3/1995 Christened By: Angela Lansbury Call Letters: C6MY5 Refurbished Date: 11/9/2009 Capacity: 922 Number of Crew, Nationality: 566, European Gross Tonnage: 51044 Stabilized: Yes Average Speed: 20 knots Maximum Speed: 21 knots Length: 781 feet Beam: 99 feet Space Ratio: 54.3:1 Number of Passenger Decks: 8 Number of Outside Rooms: 461 Number of Restaurants: 7 Number of Pools: 1 Number of Elevators: 8 Voltage: 110/220 Non-Smoking Dining: Yes Non-Smoking Ship: No

Contact info:
100 Fordham Road, Building C
Wilmington, MA 01887 USA
phone: 800-337-9568
web: www.crystalcruise.com

Room amenities: 24-hour complimentary in-stateroom dining Refrigerators with complimentary bottled water and soft drinks 100% Egyptian cotton sheets, down pillows, plush duvets and featherbeds Remote control, flat-screen television with audio/MP3 player input and DVD Player. Television features 24-hour news and sports information via CNN, CNBC, MSNBC, Fox News, BBC World NEws, Sky News, NHK World, ESPN, and TNT (reception permitting) Wi-Fi access Lavish bathroom amenities including Frette bathrobes, slippers, two hairdryers and Aveda bath products.Other amenities include a clothes brush, shoe horn, and sewing kit. Shower, bathtub, double sink, makeup mirror and a telephone in bathroom Queen or twin-sized beds, depending on preference Direct-dial ship-to-shore phones and personal voice mail and cell phone service at sea Large closets with shoe rack, umbrella, and beach tote Telephone system with private voice mail and automated wake-up call Personal stateroom safe Alarm clocks

Facility amenities: DINING AREAS: Crystal Dining Room for distinctive international cuisine and a world-renowned wine list Prego restaurant for classic Italian cuisine in a Venetian atmosphere Silk Road and The Sushi Bar, exclusively featuring menu selections created by the famed Nobu Matsuhisa The Vintage Room, a classic boardroom and wine cellar for exclusive wine-pairing dinners The Bistro serving international coffees, cheeses, and wines by the glass The outdoor Trident Bar & Grill serving hot dogs, hamburgers, pizza, sandwiches, wraps and fruits is open throughout the afternoon Indoor/outdoor Lido Café serves breakfast and lunch Complimentary ice cream and frozen yogurt bar Afternoon tea Indoor/outdoor poolside area for casual dining FITNESS FACILITIES: Feng Shui-designed Crystal Spa, Salon & Fitness Center Fitness Center with cardiovascular exercise equipment and personal fitness instructors Weight room with free weights, weight machines Exercise studio for high and low impact classes, yoga, Spinning classes, as well as personal training Salon for hair styling, manicures and pedicures Dry sauna and steam room Full exterior 360 degree teak Promenade Deck for walking and jogging Sports deck with a golf driving range and putting greens Full-size paddle tennis court Seahorse Pool, an outdoor lap pool ENTERTAINMENT: The Creative Learning Institute, an extensive lecture and seminar program Nightclub for nightly dancing and Karaoke Recent-release films in the Dolby-equipped Hollywood Theatre Cocktail hour at the Crystal Cove with soft piano music Avenue Saloon with pianist-singers performing jazz and favorite tunes Full orchestra in the Galaxy Lounge, a six-piece dance band, and rotating musical ensembles such as a strolling instrumental trio, string quarter, or rolling a cappella group Complimentary dance classes Ballroom and nightclub dance lounges An Ambassador Host Program for dancing partners Bridge instructors

Smoking policy: No
Smoking policies vary by facility. During all group events and activities, smoking is prohibited.

Elevator: Yes

Check in time: 3:00 PM

Day Eighteen: Wednesday, December 12 - Free Day 
Breakfast: Onboard Ship at leisure - Choice of The Lido Cafe, the Bistro, or in-stateroom dining service.

Morning: Free morning to relax and enjoy the ship's various amenities and activities. Please refer to today's daily schedule.

Lunch: Onboard ship at leisure. Lunch is offered daily at the Lido Cafe, the Bistro, the Trident Bar & Grill

Afternoon: Free afternoon to relax and enjoy the ship's various amenities and activities. Please refer to today's daily schedule.

Dinner: Crystal Dining Room

Evening: Included Shipboard Activity: Tonight's Specific Performance (to be advised on board). Attendance is at your leisure.

Lodging: Crystal Symphony

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Type: Cruise Ship

 Description: With a winning formula for success, Crystal Cruises consistently ranks among the top luxury properties in the world. Grounded in more than a decade of accolades, Crystal has won an unprecedented number of top awards. Among others, the line has been voted "World's Best" by the readers of Travel + Leisure and Condé Nast Traveler more than any other cruise line, hotel or resort in history. Public Areas include: Two-story Crystal Plaza and Crystal Cove, lobby area with atrium, comfortable seating and piano bar "Avenue of the Stars" shopping arcade with three boutiques Casino featuring slot machines, bar poker and slant top poker machines, six blackjack tables, craps, a roulette table, baccarat table and The Ultimate Texas Hold'em Galaxy Lounge showroom Hollywood Theatre for recently released movies, with state-of-the-art audio visual and translation equipment that may be used for meetings and/or conferences; theatre also features audio enhancement for the hearing-impaired Computer University@Sea® center with a lab for classroom instruction and separate room offering 24-hour Internet and e-mail access A variety of lounges including the Starlite Club for dancing and cabaret; Avenue Saloon cocktail and piano bar; Connoisseur Club, an intimate, refined cigar and connoisseur liquor lounge; Palm Court observation lounge; and Luxe nightclub Fantasia children's center and Waves teen center Library featuring over 3,000 books, DVD's, and audio books Bridge Lounge

Ship Information: Registry: Bahamas Builder: Kvaerner Masa-Yards Country Built In: Finland Ship Completed Date: 5/3/1995 Christened By: Angela Lansbury Call Letters: C6MY5 Refurbished Date: 11/9/2009 Capacity: 922 Number of Crew, Nationality: 566, European Gross Tonnage: 51044 Stabilized: Yes Average Speed: 20 knots Maximum Speed: 21 knots Length: 781 feet Beam: 99 feet Space Ratio: 54.3:1 Number of Passenger Decks: 8 Number of Outside Rooms: 461 Number of Restaurants: 7 Number of Pools: 1 Number of Elevators: 8 Voltage: 110/220 Non-Smoking Dining: Yes Non-Smoking Ship: No

Contact info:
100 Fordham Road, Building C
Wilmington, MA 01887 USA
phone: 800-337-9568
web: www.crystalcruise.com

Room amenities: 24-hour complimentary in-stateroom dining Refrigerators with complimentary bottled water and soft drinks 100% Egyptian cotton sheets, down pillows, plush duvets and featherbeds Remote control, flat-screen television with audio/MP3 player input and DVD Player. Television features 24-hour news and sports information via CNN, CNBC, MSNBC, Fox News, BBC World NEws, Sky News, NHK World, ESPN, and TNT (reception permitting) Wi-Fi access Lavish bathroom amenities including Frette bathrobes, slippers, two hairdryers and Aveda bath products.Other amenities include a clothes brush, shoe horn, and sewing kit. Shower, bathtub, double sink, makeup mirror and a telephone in bathroom Queen or twin-sized beds, depending on preference Direct-dial ship-to-shore phones and personal voice mail and cell phone service at sea Large closets with shoe rack, umbrella, and beach tote Telephone system with private voice mail and automated wake-up call Personal stateroom safe Alarm clocks

Facility amenities: DINING AREAS: Crystal Dining Room for distinctive international cuisine and a world-renowned wine list Prego restaurant for classic Italian cuisine in a Venetian atmosphere Silk Road and The Sushi Bar, exclusively featuring menu selections created by the famed Nobu Matsuhisa The Vintage Room, a classic boardroom and wine cellar for exclusive wine-pairing dinners The Bistro serving international coffees, cheeses, and wines by the glass The outdoor Trident Bar & Grill serving hot dogs, hamburgers, pizza, sandwiches, wraps and fruits is open throughout the afternoon Indoor/outdoor Lido Café serves breakfast and lunch Complimentary ice cream and frozen yogurt bar Afternoon tea Indoor/outdoor poolside area for casual dining FITNESS FACILITIES: Feng Shui-designed Crystal Spa, Salon & Fitness Center Fitness Center with cardiovascular exercise equipment and personal fitness instructors Weight room with free weights, weight machines Exercise studio for high and low impact classes, yoga, Spinning classes, as well as personal training Salon for hair styling, manicures and pedicures Dry sauna and steam room Full exterior 360 degree teak Promenade Deck for walking and jogging Sports deck with a golf driving range and putting greens Full-size paddle tennis court Seahorse Pool, an outdoor lap pool ENTERTAINMENT: The Creative Learning Institute, an extensive lecture and seminar program Nightclub for nightly dancing and Karaoke Recent-release films in the Dolby-equipped Hollywood Theatre Cocktail hour at the Crystal Cove with soft piano music Avenue Saloon with pianist-singers performing jazz and favorite tunes Full orchestra in the Galaxy Lounge, a six-piece dance band, and rotating musical ensembles such as a strolling instrumental trio, string quarter, or rolling a cappella group Complimentary dance classes Ballroom and nightclub dance lounges An Ambassador Host Program for dancing partners Bridge instructors

Smoking policy: No
Smoking policies vary by facility. During all group events and activities, smoking is prohibited.

Elevator: Yes

Check in time: 3:00 PM

Day Nineteen: Thursday, December 13 - Morning Lectures/Free Afternoon 
Breakfast: Onboard Ship at leisure - Choice of The Lido Cafe, the Bistro, or in-stateroom dining service.

Morning: Class: Whaling in the South Pacific Class: Introduction to Fijian Culture NOTE: The above are examples of a class topics that may be presented. Topics are subject to change.

Lunch: Onboard ship at leisure. Lunch is offered daily at the Lido Cafe, the Bistro, the Trident Bar & Grill

Afternoon: Free afternoon to relax and enjoy the ship's various amenities and activities. Please refer to today's daily schedule.

Dinner: Crystal Dining Room

Evening: Included Shipboard Activity: Tonight's Specific Performance (to be advised on board). Attendance is at your leisure.

Lodging: Crystal Symphony

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Type: Cruise Ship

 Description: With a winning formula for success, Crystal Cruises consistently ranks among the top luxury properties in the world. Grounded in more than a decade of accolades, Crystal has won an unprecedented number of top awards. Among others, the line has been voted "World's Best" by the readers of Travel + Leisure and Condé Nast Traveler more than any other cruise line, hotel or resort in history. Public Areas include: Two-story Crystal Plaza and Crystal Cove, lobby area with atrium, comfortable seating and piano bar "Avenue of the Stars" shopping arcade with three boutiques Casino featuring slot machines, bar poker and slant top poker machines, six blackjack tables, craps, a roulette table, baccarat table and The Ultimate Texas Hold'em Galaxy Lounge showroom Hollywood Theatre for recently released movies, with state-of-the-art audio visual and translation equipment that may be used for meetings and/or conferences; theatre also features audio enhancement for the hearing-impaired Computer University@Sea® center with a lab for classroom instruction and separate room offering 24-hour Internet and e-mail access A variety of lounges including the Starlite Club for dancing and cabaret; Avenue Saloon cocktail and piano bar; Connoisseur Club, an intimate, refined cigar and connoisseur liquor lounge; Palm Court observation lounge; and Luxe nightclub Fantasia children's center and Waves teen center Library featuring over 3,000 books, DVD's, and audio books Bridge Lounge

Ship Information: Registry: Bahamas Builder: Kvaerner Masa-Yards Country Built In: Finland Ship Completed Date: 5/3/1995 Christened By: Angela Lansbury Call Letters: C6MY5 Refurbished Date: 11/9/2009 Capacity: 922 Number of Crew, Nationality: 566, European Gross Tonnage: 51044 Stabilized: Yes Average Speed: 20 knots Maximum Speed: 21 knots Length: 781 feet Beam: 99 feet Space Ratio: 54.3:1 Number of Passenger Decks: 8 Number of Outside Rooms: 461 Number of Restaurants: 7 Number of Pools: 1 Number of Elevators: 8 Voltage: 110/220 Non-Smoking Dining: Yes Non-Smoking Ship: No

Contact info:
100 Fordham Road, Building C
Wilmington, MA 01887 USA
phone: 800-337-9568
web: www.crystalcruise.com

Room amenities: 24-hour complimentary in-stateroom dining Refrigerators with complimentary bottled water and soft drinks 100% Egyptian cotton sheets, down pillows, plush duvets and featherbeds Remote control, flat-screen television with audio/MP3 player input and DVD Player. Television features 24-hour news and sports information via CNN, CNBC, MSNBC, Fox News, BBC World NEws, Sky News, NHK World, ESPN, and TNT (reception permitting) Wi-Fi access Lavish bathroom amenities including Frette bathrobes, slippers, two hairdryers and Aveda bath products.Other amenities include a clothes brush, shoe horn, and sewing kit. Shower, bathtub, double sink, makeup mirror and a telephone in bathroom Queen or twin-sized beds, depending on preference Direct-dial ship-to-shore phones and personal voice mail and cell phone service at sea Large closets with shoe rack, umbrella, and beach tote Telephone system with private voice mail and automated wake-up call Personal stateroom safe Alarm clocks

Facility amenities: DINING AREAS: Crystal Dining Room for distinctive international cuisine and a world-renowned wine list Prego restaurant for classic Italian cuisine in a Venetian atmosphere Silk Road and The Sushi Bar, exclusively featuring menu selections created by the famed Nobu Matsuhisa The Vintage Room, a classic boardroom and wine cellar for exclusive wine-pairing dinners The Bistro serving international coffees, cheeses, and wines by the glass The outdoor Trident Bar & Grill serving hot dogs, hamburgers, pizza, sandwiches, wraps and fruits is open throughout the afternoon Indoor/outdoor Lido Café serves breakfast and lunch Complimentary ice cream and frozen yogurt bar Afternoon tea Indoor/outdoor poolside area for casual dining FITNESS FACILITIES: Feng Shui-designed Crystal Spa, Salon & Fitness Center Fitness Center with cardiovascular exercise equipment and personal fitness instructors Weight room with free weights, weight machines Exercise studio for high and low impact classes, yoga, Spinning classes, as well as personal training Salon for hair styling, manicures and pedicures Dry sauna and steam room Full exterior 360 degree teak Promenade Deck for walking and jogging Sports deck with a golf driving range and putting greens Full-size paddle tennis court Seahorse Pool, an outdoor lap pool ENTERTAINMENT: The Creative Learning Institute, an extensive lecture and seminar program Nightclub for nightly dancing and Karaoke Recent-release films in the Dolby-equipped Hollywood Theatre Cocktail hour at the Crystal Cove with soft piano music Avenue Saloon with pianist-singers performing jazz and favorite tunes Full orchestra in the Galaxy Lounge, a six-piece dance band, and rotating musical ensembles such as a strolling instrumental trio, string quarter, or rolling a cappella group Complimentary dance classes Ballroom and nightclub dance lounges An Ambassador Host Program for dancing partners Bridge instructors

Smoking policy: No
Smoking policies vary by facility. During all group events and activities, smoking is prohibited.

Elevator: Yes

Check in time: 3:00 PM

Day Twenty: Friday, December 14 - Morning Lecture/Free Time 
Breakfast: Onboard Ship at leisure - Choice of The Lido Cafe, the Bistro, or in-stateroom dining service. Y

Morning: Class: Understanding Fiji: Is it Polynesian or Melanesian? Class: The Fijian Problem Today NOTE: The above are examples of class topics that may be presented. Topics are subject to change.

Lunch: Onboard ship at leisure. Lunch is offered daily at the Lido Cafe, the Bistro, the Trident Bar & Grill

Afternoon: Free afternoon to relax and enjoy the ship's various amenities and activities. Please refer to today's daily schedule.

Dinner: Crystal Dining Room

Evening: Included Shipboard Activity: Tonight's Specific Performance (to be advised on board). Attendance is at your leisure.

Lodging: Crystal Symphony

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Type: Cruise Ship

 Description: With a winning formula for success, Crystal Cruises consistently ranks among the top luxury properties in the world. Grounded in more than a decade of accolades, Crystal has won an unprecedented number of top awards. Among others, the line has been voted "World's Best" by the readers of Travel + Leisure and Condé Nast Traveler more than any other cruise line, hotel or resort in history. Public Areas include: Two-story Crystal Plaza and Crystal Cove, lobby area with atrium, comfortable seating and piano bar "Avenue of the Stars" shopping arcade with three boutiques Casino featuring slot machines, bar poker and slant top poker machines, six blackjack tables, craps, a roulette table, baccarat table and The Ultimate Texas Hold'em Galaxy Lounge showroom Hollywood Theatre for recently released movies, with state-of-the-art audio visual and translation equipment that may be used for meetings and/or conferences; theatre also features audio enhancement for the hearing-impaired Computer University@Sea® center with a lab for classroom instruction and separate room offering 24-hour Internet and e-mail access A variety of lounges including the Starlite Club for dancing and cabaret; Avenue Saloon cocktail and piano bar; Connoisseur Club, an intimate, refined cigar and connoisseur liquor lounge; Palm Court observation lounge; and Luxe nightclub Fantasia children's center and Waves teen center Library featuring over 3,000 books, DVD's, and audio books Bridge Lounge

Ship Information: Registry: Bahamas Builder: Kvaerner Masa-Yards Country Built In: Finland Ship Completed Date: 5/3/1995 Christened By: Angela Lansbury Call Letters: C6MY5 Refurbished Date: 11/9/2009 Capacity: 922 Number of Crew, Nationality: 566, European Gross Tonnage: 51044 Stabilized: Yes Average Speed: 20 knots Maximum Speed: 21 knots Length: 781 feet Beam: 99 feet Space Ratio: 54.3:1 Number of Passenger Decks: 8 Number of Outside Rooms: 461 Number of Restaurants: 7 Number of Pools: 1 Number of Elevators: 8 Voltage: 110/220 Non-Smoking Dining: Yes Non-Smoking Ship: No

Contact info:
100 Fordham Road, Building C
Wilmington, MA 01887 USA
phone: 800-337-9568
web: www.crystalcruise.com

Room amenities: 24-hour complimentary in-stateroom dining Refrigerators with complimentary bottled water and soft drinks 100% Egyptian cotton sheets, down pillows, plush duvets and featherbeds Remote control, flat-screen television with audio/MP3 player input and DVD Player. Television features 24-hour news and sports information via CNN, CNBC, MSNBC, Fox News, BBC World NEws, Sky News, NHK World, ESPN, and TNT (reception permitting) Wi-Fi access Lavish bathroom amenities including Frette bathrobes, slippers, two hairdryers and Aveda bath products.Other amenities include a clothes brush, shoe horn, and sewing kit. Shower, bathtub, double sink, makeup mirror and a telephone in bathroom Queen or twin-sized beds, depending on preference Direct-dial ship-to-shore phones and personal voice mail and cell phone service at sea Large closets with shoe rack, umbrella, and beach tote Telephone system with private voice mail and automated wake-up call Personal stateroom safe Alarm clocks

Facility amenities: DINING AREAS: Crystal Dining Room for distinctive international cuisine and a world-renowned wine list Prego restaurant for classic Italian cuisine in a Venetian atmosphere Silk Road and The Sushi Bar, exclusively featuring menu selections created by the famed Nobu Matsuhisa The Vintage Room, a classic boardroom and wine cellar for exclusive wine-pairing dinners The Bistro serving international coffees, cheeses, and wines by the glass The outdoor Trident Bar & Grill serving hot dogs, hamburgers, pizza, sandwiches, wraps and fruits is open throughout the afternoon Indoor/outdoor Lido Café serves breakfast and lunch Complimentary ice cream and frozen yogurt bar Afternoon tea Indoor/outdoor poolside area for casual dining FITNESS FACILITIES: Feng Shui-designed Crystal Spa, Salon & Fitness Center Fitness Center with cardiovascular exercise equipment and personal fitness instructors Weight room with free weights, weight machines Exercise studio for high and low impact classes, yoga, Spinning classes, as well as personal training Salon for hair styling, manicures and pedicures Dry sauna and steam room Full exterior 360 degree teak Promenade Deck for walking and jogging Sports deck with a golf driving range and putting greens Full-size paddle tennis court Seahorse Pool, an outdoor lap pool ENTERTAINMENT: The Creative Learning Institute, an extensive lecture and seminar program Nightclub for nightly dancing and Karaoke Recent-release films in the Dolby-equipped Hollywood Theatre Cocktail hour at the Crystal Cove with soft piano music Avenue Saloon with pianist-singers performing jazz and favorite tunes Full orchestra in the Galaxy Lounge, a six-piece dance band, and rotating musical ensembles such as a strolling instrumental trio, string quarter, or rolling a cappella group Complimentary dance classes Ballroom and nightclub dance lounges An Ambassador Host Program for dancing partners Bridge instructors

Smoking policy: No
Smoking policies vary by facility. During all group events and activities, smoking is prohibited.

Elevator: Yes

Check in time: 3:00 PM

Day Twenty One: Saturday, December 15 - LOST DAY DUE TO CROSSING INTERNATIONAL DATE LINE 
Morning: LOST DAY DUE TO CROSSING INTERNATIONAL DATE LINE

Lodging: Crystal Symphony

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 Description: With a winning formula for success, Crystal Cruises consistently ranks among the top luxury properties in the world. Grounded in more than a decade of accolades, Crystal has won an unprecedented number of top awards. Among others, the line has been voted "World's Best" by the readers of Travel + Leisure and Condé Nast Traveler more than any other cruise line, hotel or resort in history. Public Areas include: Two-story Crystal Plaza and Crystal Cove, lobby area with atrium, comfortable seating and piano bar "Avenue of the Stars" shopping arcade with three boutiques Casino featuring slot machines, bar poker and slant top poker machines, six blackjack tables, craps, a roulette table, baccarat table and The Ultimate Texas Hold'em Galaxy Lounge showroom Hollywood Theatre for recently released movies, with state-of-the-art audio visual and translation equipment that may be used for meetings and/or conferences; theatre also features audio enhancement for the hearing-impaired Computer University@Sea® center with a lab for classroom instruction and separate room offering 24-hour Internet and e-mail access A variety of lounges including the Starlite Club for dancing and cabaret; Avenue Saloon cocktail and piano bar; Connoisseur Club, an intimate, refined cigar and connoisseur liquor lounge; Palm Court observation lounge; and Luxe nightclub Fantasia children's center and Waves teen center Library featuring over 3,000 books, DVD's, and audio books Bridge Lounge

Ship Information: Registry: Bahamas Builder: Kvaerner Masa-Yards Country Built In: Finland Ship Completed Date: 5/3/1995 Christened By: Angela Lansbury Call Letters: C6MY5 Refurbished Date: 11/9/2009 Capacity: 922 Number of Crew, Nationality: 566, European Gross Tonnage: 51044 Stabilized: Yes Average Speed: 20 knots Maximum Speed: 21 knots Length: 781 feet Beam: 99 feet Space Ratio: 54.3:1 Number of Passenger Decks: 8 Number of Outside Rooms: 461 Number of Restaurants: 7 Number of Pools: 1 Number of Elevators: 8 Voltage: 110/220 Non-Smoking Dining: Yes Non-Smoking Ship: No

Contact info:
100 Fordham Road, Building C
Wilmington, MA 01887 USA
phone: 800-337-9568
web: www.crystalcruise.com

Room amenities: 24-hour complimentary in-stateroom dining Refrigerators with complimentary bottled water and soft drinks 100% Egyptian cotton sheets, down pillows, plush duvets and featherbeds Remote control, flat-screen television with audio/MP3 player input and DVD Player. Television features 24-hour news and sports information via CNN, CNBC, MSNBC, Fox News, BBC World NEws, Sky News, NHK World, ESPN, and TNT (reception permitting) Wi-Fi access Lavish bathroom amenities including Frette bathrobes, slippers, two hairdryers and Aveda bath products.Other amenities include a clothes brush, shoe horn, and sewing kit. Shower, bathtub, double sink, makeup mirror and a telephone in bathroom Queen or twin-sized beds, depending on preference Direct-dial ship-to-shore phones and personal voice mail and cell phone service at sea Large closets with shoe rack, umbrella, and beach tote Telephone system with private voice mail and automated wake-up call Personal stateroom safe Alarm clocks

Facility amenities: DINING AREAS: Crystal Dining Room for distinctive international cuisine and a world-renowned wine list Prego restaurant for classic Italian cuisine in a Venetian atmosphere Silk Road and The Sushi Bar, exclusively featuring menu selections created by the famed Nobu Matsuhisa The Vintage Room, a classic boardroom and wine cellar for exclusive wine-pairing dinners The Bistro serving international coffees, cheeses, and wines by the glass The outdoor Trident Bar & Grill serving hot dogs, hamburgers, pizza, sandwiches, wraps and fruits is open throughout the afternoon Indoor/outdoor Lido Café serves breakfast and lunch Complimentary ice cream and frozen yogurt bar Afternoon tea Indoor/outdoor poolside area for casual dining FITNESS FACILITIES: Feng Shui-designed Crystal Spa, Salon & Fitness Center Fitness Center with cardiovascular exercise equipment and personal fitness instructors Weight room with free weights, weight machines Exercise studio for high and low impact classes, yoga, Spinning classes, as well as personal training Salon for hair styling, manicures and pedicures Dry sauna and steam room Full exterior 360 degree teak Promenade Deck for walking and jogging Sports deck with a golf driving range and putting greens Full-size paddle tennis court Seahorse Pool, an outdoor lap pool ENTERTAINMENT: The Creative Learning Institute, an extensive lecture and seminar program Nightclub for nightly dancing and Karaoke Recent-release films in the Dolby-equipped Hollywood Theatre Cocktail hour at the Crystal Cove with soft piano music Avenue Saloon with pianist-singers performing jazz and favorite tunes Full orchestra in the Galaxy Lounge, a six-piece dance band, and rotating musical ensembles such as a strolling instrumental trio, string quarter, or rolling a cappella group Complimentary dance classes Ballroom and nightclub dance lounges An Ambassador Host Program for dancing partners Bridge instructors

Smoking policy: No
Smoking policies vary by facility. During all group events and activities, smoking is prohibited.

Elevator: Yes

Check in time: 3:00 PM

Day Twenty Two: Sunday, December 16 - Arrive Lautoka, Fiji/Independent Exploration of Fiji (shore... 
Arrive Lautoka, Fiji/Independent Exploration of Fiji (shore excursions available from ship)/Sail for New Zealand

Arrive To: Lautoka, Fiji at 8 am. Lautoka is the second largest city of Fiji and the second largest in the South Pacific. It is located on the island of Viti Levu and is the second port of entry in Fiji, after Suva. Lying in the heart of Fiji's sugar cane growing region, it is known as the Sugar City.

Breakfast: Onboard Ship at leisure - Choice of The Lido Cafe, the Bistro, or in-stateroom dining service.

Morning: Time to explore Fiji on your own. You may wish to purchase a shore excursion offered by the ship using your shipboard credit. Crystal offers a variety choices including (list is not comprehensive): -Garden of the Sleeping Giant & -Fijian Village Experience -Jet Boats, Temples & Markets -A Day in Navala: A Traditional Fijian Village -Volunteering at the Treasure House Orphanage

Lunch: Onboard ship at leisure. Lunch is offered daily at the Lido Cafe, the Bistro, the Trident Bar & Grill

Afternoon: Continuation of independent Fiji exploration. Set sail for Auckland, New Zealand at 6 pm.

Dinner: Crystal Dining Room

Evening: Included Shipboard Activity: Tonight's Specific Performance (to be advised on board). Attendance is at your leisure.

Lodging: Crystal Symphony

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Type: Cruise Ship

 Description: With a winning formula for success, Crystal Cruises consistently ranks among the top luxury properties in the world. Grounded in more than a decade of accolades, Crystal has won an unprecedented number of top awards. Among others, the line has been voted "World's Best" by the readers of Travel + Leisure and Condé Nast Traveler more than any other cruise line, hotel or resort in history. Public Areas include: Two-story Crystal Plaza and Crystal Cove, lobby area with atrium, comfortable seating and piano bar "Avenue of the Stars" shopping arcade with three boutiques Casino featuring slot machines, bar poker and slant top poker machines, six blackjack tables, craps, a roulette table, baccarat table and The Ultimate Texas Hold'em Galaxy Lounge showroom Hollywood Theatre for recently released movies, with state-of-the-art audio visual and translation equipment that may be used for meetings and/or conferences; theatre also features audio enhancement for the hearing-impaired Computer University@Sea® center with a lab for classroom instruction and separate room offering 24-hour Internet and e-mail access A variety of lounges including the Starlite Club for dancing and cabaret; Avenue Saloon cocktail and piano bar; Connoisseur Club, an intimate, refined cigar and connoisseur liquor lounge; Palm Court observation lounge; and Luxe nightclub Fantasia children's center and Waves teen center Library featuring over 3,000 books, DVD's, and audio books Bridge Lounge

Ship Information: Registry: Bahamas Builder: Kvaerner Masa-Yards Country Built In: Finland Ship Completed Date: 5/3/1995 Christened By: Angela Lansbury Call Letters: C6MY5 Refurbished Date: 11/9/2009 Capacity: 922 Number of Crew, Nationality: 566, European Gross Tonnage: 51044 Stabilized: Yes Average Speed: 20 knots Maximum Speed: 21 knots Length: 781 feet Beam: 99 feet Space Ratio: 54.3:1 Number of Passenger Decks: 8 Number of Outside Rooms: 461 Number of Restaurants: 7 Number of Pools: 1 Number of Elevators: 8 Voltage: 110/220 Non-Smoking Dining: Yes Non-Smoking Ship: No

Contact info:
100 Fordham Road, Building C
Wilmington, MA 01887 USA
phone: 800-337-9568
web: www.crystalcruise.com

Room amenities: 24-hour complimentary in-stateroom dining Refrigerators with complimentary bottled water and soft drinks 100% Egyptian cotton sheets, down pillows, plush duvets and featherbeds Remote control, flat-screen television with audio/MP3 player input and DVD Player. Television features 24-hour news and sports information via CNN, CNBC, MSNBC, Fox News, BBC World NEws, Sky News, NHK World, ESPN, and TNT (reception permitting) Wi-Fi access Lavish bathroom amenities including Frette bathrobes, slippers, two hairdryers and Aveda bath products.Other amenities include a clothes brush, shoe horn, and sewing kit. Shower, bathtub, double sink, makeup mirror and a telephone in bathroom Queen or twin-sized beds, depending on preference Direct-dial ship-to-shore phones and personal voice mail and cell phone service at sea Large closets with shoe rack, umbrella, and beach tote Telephone system with private voice mail and automated wake-up call Personal stateroom safe Alarm clocks

Facility amenities: DINING AREAS: Crystal Dining Room for distinctive international cuisine and a world-renowned wine list Prego restaurant for classic Italian cuisine in a Venetian atmosphere Silk Road and The Sushi Bar, exclusively featuring menu selections created by the famed Nobu Matsuhisa The Vintage Room, a classic boardroom and wine cellar for exclusive wine-pairing dinners The Bistro serving international coffees, cheeses, and wines by the glass The outdoor Trident Bar & Grill serving hot dogs, hamburgers, pizza, sandwiches, wraps and fruits is open throughout the afternoon Indoor/outdoor Lido Café serves breakfast and lunch Complimentary ice cream and frozen yogurt bar Afternoon tea Indoor/outdoor poolside area for casual dining FITNESS FACILITIES: Feng Shui-designed Crystal Spa, Salon & Fitness Center Fitness Center with cardiovascular exercise equipment and personal fitness instructors Weight room with free weights, weight machines Exercise studio for high and low impact classes, yoga, Spinning classes, as well as personal training Salon for hair styling, manicures and pedicures Dry sauna and steam room Full exterior 360 degree teak Promenade Deck for walking and jogging Sports deck with a golf driving range and putting greens Full-size paddle tennis court Seahorse Pool, an outdoor lap pool ENTERTAINMENT: The Creative Learning Institute, an extensive lecture and seminar program Nightclub for nightly dancing and Karaoke Recent-release films in the Dolby-equipped Hollywood Theatre Cocktail hour at the Crystal Cove with soft piano music Avenue Saloon with pianist-singers performing jazz and favorite tunes Full orchestra in the Galaxy Lounge, a six-piece dance band, and rotating musical ensembles such as a strolling instrumental trio, string quarter, or rolling a cappella group Complimentary dance classes Ballroom and nightclub dance lounges An Ambassador Host Program for dancing partners Bridge instructors

Smoking policy: No
Smoking policies vary by facility. During all group events and activities, smoking is prohibited.

Elevator: Yes

Check in time: 3:00 PM

Day Twenty Three: Monday, December 17 - Morning Lecture/Free Time 
Breakfast: Onboard Ship at leisure - Choice of The Lido Cafe, the Bistro, or in-stateroom dining service

Morning: Class: Introduction to Maori Culture NOTE: The above is an example of a class topic that may be presented. Topics are subject to change.

Lunch: Onboard ship at leisure. Lunch is offered daily at the Lido Cafe, the Bistro, the Trident Bar & Grill Y

Afternoon: Free afternoon to relax and enjoy the ship's various amenities and activities. Please refer to today's daily schedule

Dinner: Crystal Dining Room

Evening: Included Shipboard Activity: Tonight's Specific Performance (to be advised on board). Attendance is at your leisure.

Lodging: Crystal Symphony

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Type: Cruise Ship

 Description: With a winning formula for success, Crystal Cruises consistently ranks among the top luxury properties in the world. Grounded in more than a decade of accolades, Crystal has won an unprecedented number of top awards. Among others, the line has been voted "World's Best" by the readers of Travel + Leisure and Condé Nast Traveler more than any other cruise line, hotel or resort in history. Public Areas include: Two-story Crystal Plaza and Crystal Cove, lobby area with atrium, comfortable seating and piano bar "Avenue of the Stars" shopping arcade with three boutiques Casino featuring slot machines, bar poker and slant top poker machines, six blackjack tables, craps, a roulette table, baccarat table and The Ultimate Texas Hold'em Galaxy Lounge showroom Hollywood Theatre for recently released movies, with state-of-the-art audio visual and translation equipment that may be used for meetings and/or conferences; theatre also features audio enhancement for the hearing-impaired Computer University@Sea® center with a lab for classroom instruction and separate room offering 24-hour Internet and e-mail access A variety of lounges including the Starlite Club for dancing and cabaret; Avenue Saloon cocktail and piano bar; Connoisseur Club, an intimate, refined cigar and connoisseur liquor lounge; Palm Court observation lounge; and Luxe nightclub Fantasia children's center and Waves teen center Library featuring over 3,000 books, DVD's, and audio books Bridge Lounge

Ship Information: Registry: Bahamas Builder: Kvaerner Masa-Yards Country Built In: Finland Ship Completed Date: 5/3/1995 Christened By: Angela Lansbury Call Letters: C6MY5 Refurbished Date: 11/9/2009 Capacity: 922 Number of Crew, Nationality: 566, European Gross Tonnage: 51044 Stabilized: Yes Average Speed: 20 knots Maximum Speed: 21 knots Length: 781 feet Beam: 99 feet Space Ratio: 54.3:1 Number of Passenger Decks: 8 Number of Outside Rooms: 461 Number of Restaurants: 7 Number of Pools: 1 Number of Elevators: 8 Voltage: 110/220 Non-Smoking Dining: Yes Non-Smoking Ship: No

Contact info:
100 Fordham Road, Building C
Wilmington, MA 01887 USA
phone: 800-337-9568
web: www.crystalcruise.com

Room amenities: 24-hour complimentary in-stateroom dining Refrigerators with complimentary bottled water and soft drinks 100% Egyptian cotton sheets, down pillows, plush duvets and featherbeds Remote control, flat-screen television with audio/MP3 player input and DVD Player. Television features 24-hour news and sports information via CNN, CNBC, MSNBC, Fox News, BBC World NEws, Sky News, NHK World, ESPN, and TNT (reception permitting) Wi-Fi access Lavish bathroom amenities including Frette bathrobes, slippers, two hairdryers and Aveda bath products.Other amenities include a clothes brush, shoe horn, and sewing kit. Shower, bathtub, double sink, makeup mirror and a telephone in bathroom Queen or twin-sized beds, depending on preference Direct-dial ship-to-shore phones and personal voice mail and cell phone service at sea Large closets with shoe rack, umbrella, and beach tote Telephone system with private voice mail and automated wake-up call Personal stateroom safe Alarm clocks

Facility amenities: DINING AREAS: Crystal Dining Room for distinctive international cuisine and a world-renowned wine list Prego restaurant for classic Italian cuisine in a Venetian atmosphere Silk Road and The Sushi Bar, exclusively featuring menu selections created by the famed Nobu Matsuhisa The Vintage Room, a classic boardroom and wine cellar for exclusive wine-pairing dinners The Bistro serving international coffees, cheeses, and wines by the glass The outdoor Trident Bar & Grill serving hot dogs, hamburgers, pizza, sandwiches, wraps and fruits is open throughout the afternoon Indoor/outdoor Lido Café serves breakfast and lunch Complimentary ice cream and frozen yogurt bar Afternoon tea Indoor/outdoor poolside area for casual dining FITNESS FACILITIES: Feng Shui-designed Crystal Spa, Salon & Fitness Center Fitness Center with cardiovascular exercise equipment and personal fitness instructors Weight room with free weights, weight machines Exercise studio for high and low impact classes, yoga, Spinning classes, as well as personal training Salon for hair styling, manicures and pedicures Dry sauna and steam room Full exterior 360 degree teak Promenade Deck for walking and jogging Sports deck with a golf driving range and putting greens Full-size paddle tennis court Seahorse Pool, an outdoor lap pool ENTERTAINMENT: The Creative Learning Institute, an extensive lecture and seminar program Nightclub for nightly dancing and Karaoke Recent-release films in the Dolby-equipped Hollywood Theatre Cocktail hour at the Crystal Cove with soft piano music Avenue Saloon with pianist-singers performing jazz and favorite tunes Full orchestra in the Galaxy Lounge, a six-piece dance band, and rotating musical ensembles such as a strolling instrumental trio, string quarter, or rolling a cappella group Complimentary dance classes Ballroom and nightclub dance lounges An Ambassador Host Program for dancing partners Bridge instructors

Smoking policy: No
Smoking policies vary by facility. During all group events and activities, smoking is prohibited.

Elevator: Yes

Check in time: 3:00 PM

Day Twenty Four: Tuesday, December 18 - Morning Lecture/Free Time 
Breakfast: Onboard Ship at leisure - Choice of The Lido Cafe, the Bistro, or in-stateroom dining service.

Morning: Class: The Polynesian Diaspora in Our Time: The Example of Auckland NOTE: The above is a example of a class topic that may be presented. Topic is subject to change.

Lunch: Onboard ship at leisure. Lunch is offered daily at the Lido Cafe, the Bistro, the Trident Bar & Grill

Afternoon: Free afternoon to relax and enjoy the ship's various amenities and activities. Please refer to today's daily schedule.

Afternoon: Crystal Dining Room

Evening: Included Shipboard Activity: Tonight's Specific Performance (to be advised on board). Attendance is at your leisure.

Lodging: Crystal Symphony

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
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Type: Cruise Ship

 Description: With a winning formula for success, Crystal Cruises consistently ranks among the top luxury properties in the world. Grounded in more than a decade of accolades, Crystal has won an unprecedented number of top awards. Among others, the line has been voted "World's Best" by the readers of Travel + Leisure and Condé Nast Traveler more than any other cruise line, hotel or resort in history. Public Areas include: Two-story Crystal Plaza and Crystal Cove, lobby area with atrium, comfortable seating and piano bar "Avenue of the Stars" shopping arcade with three boutiques Casino featuring slot machines, bar poker and slant top poker machines, six blackjack tables, craps, a roulette table, baccarat table and The Ultimate Texas Hold'em Galaxy Lounge showroom Hollywood Theatre for recently released movies, with state-of-the-art audio visual and translation equipment that may be used for meetings and/or conferences; theatre also features audio enhancement for the hearing-impaired Computer University@Sea® center with a lab for classroom instruction and separate room offering 24-hour Internet and e-mail access A variety of lounges including the Starlite Club for dancing and cabaret; Avenue Saloon cocktail and piano bar; Connoisseur Club, an intimate, refined cigar and connoisseur liquor lounge; Palm Court observation lounge; and Luxe nightclub Fantasia children's center and Waves teen center Library featuring over 3,000 books, DVD's, and audio books Bridge Lounge

Ship Information: Registry: Bahamas Builder: Kvaerner Masa-Yards Country Built In: Finland Ship Completed Date: 5/3/1995 Christened By: Angela Lansbury Call Letters: C6MY5 Refurbished Date: 11/9/2009 Capacity: 922 Number of Crew, Nationality: 566, European Gross Tonnage: 51044 Stabilized: Yes Average Speed: 20 knots Maximum Speed: 21 knots Length: 781 feet Beam: 99 feet Space Ratio: 54.3:1 Number of Passenger Decks: 8 Number of Outside Rooms: 461 Number of Restaurants: 7 Number of Pools: 1 Number of Elevators: 8 Voltage: 110/220 Non-Smoking Dining: Yes Non-Smoking Ship: No

Contact info:
100 Fordham Road, Building C
Wilmington, MA 01887 USA
phone: 800-337-9568
web: www.crystalcruise.com

Room amenities: 24-hour complimentary in-stateroom dining Refrigerators with complimentary bottled water and soft drinks 100% Egyptian cotton sheets, down pillows, plush duvets and featherbeds Remote control, flat-screen television with audio/MP3 player input and DVD Player. Television features 24-hour news and sports information via CNN, CNBC, MSNBC, Fox News, BBC World NEws, Sky News, NHK World, ESPN, and TNT (reception permitting) Wi-Fi access Lavish bathroom amenities including Frette bathrobes, slippers, two hairdryers and Aveda bath products.Other amenities include a clothes brush, shoe horn, and sewing kit. Shower, bathtub, double sink, makeup mirror and a telephone in bathroom Queen or twin-sized beds, depending on preference Direct-dial ship-to-shore phones and personal voice mail and cell phone service at sea Large closets with shoe rack, umbrella, and beach tote Telephone system with private voice mail and automated wake-up call Personal stateroom safe Alarm clocks

Facility amenities: DINING AREAS: Crystal Dining Room for distinctive international cuisine and a world-renowned wine list Prego restaurant for classic Italian cuisine in a Venetian atmosphere Silk Road and The Sushi Bar, exclusively featuring menu selections created by the famed Nobu Matsuhisa The Vintage Room, a classic boardroom and wine cellar for exclusive wine-pairing dinners The Bistro serving international coffees, cheeses, and wines by the glass The outdoor Trident Bar & Grill serving hot dogs, hamburgers, pizza, sandwiches, wraps and fruits is open throughout the afternoon Indoor/outdoor Lido Café serves breakfast and lunch Complimentary ice cream and frozen yogurt bar Afternoon tea Indoor/outdoor poolside area for casual dining FITNESS FACILITIES: Feng Shui-designed Crystal Spa, Salon & Fitness Center Fitness Center with cardiovascular exercise equipment and personal fitness instructors Weight room with free weights, weight machines Exercise studio for high and low impact classes, yoga, Spinning classes, as well as personal training Salon for hair styling, manicures and pedicures Dry sauna and steam room Full exterior 360 degree teak Promenade Deck for walking and jogging Sports deck with a golf driving range and putting greens Full-size paddle tennis court Seahorse Pool, an outdoor lap pool ENTERTAINMENT: The Creative Learning Institute, an extensive lecture and seminar program Nightclub for nightly dancing and Karaoke Recent-release films in the Dolby-equipped Hollywood Theatre Cocktail hour at the Crystal Cove with soft piano music Avenue Saloon with pianist-singers performing jazz and favorite tunes Full orchestra in the Galaxy Lounge, a six-piece dance band, and rotating musical ensembles such as a strolling instrumental trio, string quarter, or rolling a cappella group Complimentary dance classes Ballroom and nightclub dance lounges An Ambassador Host Program for dancing partners Bridge instructors

Smoking policy: No
Smoking policies vary by facility. During all group events and activities, smoking is prohibited.

Elevator: Yes

Check in time: 3:00 PM

Day Twenty Five: Wednesday, December 19 - Arrive Auckland, New Zealand/Independent Exploration of Auckland... 
Arrive Auckland, New Zealand/Independent Exploration of Auckland (shore excursions available from ship)/Wrap Up/ Overnight in Auckland on ship

Arrive To: Arrive Auckland, New Zealand at 8:00 am.

Breakfast: Onboard Ship at leisure - Choice of The Lido Cafe, the Bistro, or in-stateroom dining service.

Morning: Time to explore Auckland on your own. You may wish to purchase a shore excursion offered by the ship using your shipboard credit. Crystal offers a variety choices including (list is not comprehensive): -Auckland Aquaintance -America's Cup Sailing Adventure -Waterfront Walk for Foodies -Gannet Bird Colony & Farm Visit

Lunch: Onboard ship at leisure. Lunch is offered daily at the Lido Cafe, the Bistro, the Trident Bar & Grill

Afternoon: Late afternoon class: Conclusions and Wrap-up

Dinner: Farewell Dinner- Crystal Dining Room

Evening: Included Shipboard Activity: Tonight's Final Performance (to be advised on board). Attendance is at your leisure.

Lodging: Crystal Symphony

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day Twenty Six: Thursday, December 20 - Disembark Ship/Overview North Shore of Auckland/Auckland War Memorial... 
Disembark Ship/Overview North Shore of Auckland/Auckland War Memorial Museum (AWMM)

Breakfast: Onboard Ship at leisure - Choice of The Lido Cafe, the Bistro, or in-stateroom dining service.

Morning: Disembarkation by 10 am. Depart via motorcoach to the North Shore of Auckland for a brief tour of the coastline and its significance to the establishment of the city.

Lunch: Time for lunch at your own expense at Auckland's city center.

Afternoon: Included Field Trip: Auckland War Memorial Museum. is one of New Zealand's most important museums and war memorials. Its collections concentrate on New Zealand history (and especially the history of the Auckland Region), natural history, as well as military history. Transfer to the Auckland Airport in the late afternoon.

In Transit Overnight: Flight from Auckland to Los Angeles.

Meals Included: Breakfast


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Tahiti
Tahiti TourismContact the Tahiti Tourism office for details on activities and events in Tahiti, the Marquesas Islands or Tuamotus. The US office is in Los Angeles, CA. Phone # 310-414-8484 or by email at info@tahiti-tourisme.com
For additional information, visit: www.tahiti-tourisme.com
Moorea
Tahiti TourismeFor information on shopping, activities, museums, nightlife, events calendars and more, visit online at www.tahiti-tourisme.com or call 689/50-57-00. There is a US office at Tahiti Tourisme, 300 North Continental Blvd Ste 160, El Segundo, CA 90245 or you can request brochures by calling 310/414-8484 or by visiting www.gototahiti.com. Additional recommendations may be provided in participant packets or by Group Leader upon enrollment.
For additional information, visit: www.gototahiti.com
Rarotonga
Cook Islands Tourism CorporationThe official Cook Islands Tourism Corporation has information on sightseeing, shopping, nightlife entertainment and more. Visit their website at www.cook-islands.com and ask for their free magazine, Jasons What's On in the Cook Islands. The tourism office may also be reached at PO Box 14 Rarotonga, Cook Islands (tel. 682/29-435). There is a US office at 2250 E. Imperial Hwy, Ste 2000, El Segundo, CA 90245 or you may call 888/994-2665. Additional recommendations may be provided in participant packets or by Group Leader upon enrollment.
For additional information, visit: www.cook-islands.com
Honolulu
Bishop MuseumDesignated the State Museum of Natural and Cultural History, Bishop Museum is dedicated to telling the story of Hawai`i and its place in the Pacific. On display is a large collection of Hawaiian artifacts and royal family heirlooms that has grown to incorporate millions of items from throughout the Pacific Islands. 1525 Bernice St., Honolulu, HI. Call for Information (808) 847-3511. Open daily (except Christmas) from 9:00a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Admission Price - $14.95 per person for ages 18 or older, $11.95 for ages 6-17.
For additional information, visit: www.bishopmuseum.org
Hanauma BayHanauma Bay Nature Preserve is one of the most spectacular natural resources in Hawaii and is dedicated to safeguarding the fragile marine life in the Bay. It is one of the more popular recreational swimming, snorkeling and picnicking areas on O`ahu. The bay itself is legally designated as a State Underwater Park and is the first Marine Life Conservation District in the State. 7455 Kalaniana`ole Highway. (Enter Hanauma Bay Education Center off the main coastal road Kalanaianaole Highway Route 72 near the eastern tip of Oahu). Pre-recorded Information: (808) 396-4229. Open daily from 6:00a.m. to 6:00p.m. except on Tuesdays. Admission Price - $5.00 per person. $1.00 per car to park.
For additional information, visit: www.co.honolulu.hi.us/parks/facility/hanaumabay/welcome.htm
USS Arizona MemorialAt the USS Arizona Memorial, The National Park Service is committed to preserving and interpreting the tangible and intangible historical resources and the memories, attitudes and traditions associated with the attack on Pearl Harbor. The tour includes a documentary film about the attack on Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941 and the boat trip to the USS Arizona Memorial. 1 Arizona Memorial Place, Honolulu, Hawaii 96818-3145. Pre-recorded Information: (808) 422-0561. The park is open seven days a week from 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Free Admission.
For additional information, visit: www.nps.gov/usar/pphtml/planyourvisit.html
Lautoka
Fiji Visitor's BureauContact the Fiji Visitor's bureau's US office for details on activities and events in Fiji. Fiji Visitors Bureau 5777 West Century Boulevard Suite 220, Los Angeles, CA90045 Tel: (310) 568 1616 Fax: (310) 670 2318 Toll Free #: 1-800-YEA-FIJI (1-800-932-3454) EMail: infodesk@bulafiji-americas.com
For additional information, visit: www.bulafiji.com
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•25 nights of accommodations
•70 meals: 24 breakfasts, 23 lunches, 23 dinners
•24 Expert-led lectures
•5 Field trips
•22 Performances
•1 Flights during the program
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