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• Freshness, innovation, and culinary excellence define the dining experience aboard Crystal Cruises. From flexible dining times in the elegant Crystal Dining Room to lavish themed deck buffets, intimate specialty restaurants, and 24-hour in-suite dining, Crystal offers a refined culinary atmosphere to match every mood and occasion.
  Guests aboard Crystal Serenity and Crystal Symphony enjoy extraordinary cuisine crafted by Crystal’s acclaimed culinary team, alongside creations from world-renowned chefs and restaurateurs such as Nobu Matsuhisa and Piero Selvaggio. Every dining venue reflects Crystal’s commitment to luxury, variety, and impeccable service.
• Crystal Dining Room
  The Crystal Dining Room showcases regionally inspired menus prepared in the classical French tradition, complemented by vegetarian options and Crystal’s signature Lighter Fare selections, featuring low-sodium, low-cholesterol, and low-carbohydrate dishes.
  Breakfast and lunch are offered with open seating, while dinner features Crystal’s exclusive Perfect Choice Dining™, allowing guests to select their preferred dining style:
  Classic Main Seating (starting at 6:15 PM)
  Classic Late Seating (starting at 8:30 PM)
  Dining by Reservation (available between 6:15 PM and 9:15 PM, subject to availability)
  Dining by Reservation allows guests to choose their dining time and companions each evening, offering unmatched flexibility. Reservations may be arranged prior to sailing through Crystal’s Priority Check-In & Planning Center or once onboard.
  By day, floor-to-ceiling windows illuminate tables set with fine crystal, luxury linens, and elegant tableware. By night, crystal chandeliers, live music, and attentive European-trained waitstaff create an unforgettable fine-dining ambiance.
• Perfect Choice Dining
  Crystal Cruises is the only luxury cruise line to offer both traditional seating and flexible reservations within the same dining venue. Perfect Choice Dining™ allows guests to define their own version of luxury—whether dining at the same table nightly or reserving a different time and table each evening. This complimentary program is ideal for travelers who prefer spontaneity, extended shore excursions, or evening spa appointments.
• Specialty Restaurants
  Prego
  A romantic Italian dining venue aboard Crystal Serenity and Crystal Symphony, Prego features a seasonally changing menu inspired by Piero Selvaggio’s renowned Valentino restaurants. Guests enjoy authentic Italian cuisine paired with exceptional wines.
  Silk Road & The Sushi Bar
  Created by master chef Nobu Matsuhisa, these venues present innovative Japanese cuisine with Peruvian and European influences. Guests can savor signature sushi, sashimi, Wagyu beef, lobster specialties, and Nobu’s iconic desserts. Dinner service only.
  The Vintage Room
  An exclusive wine-focused dining venue offering tastings, wine education, and private wine-pairing dinners hosted by Crystal’s Head Sommelier. Select sailings feature Ultimate Vintage Room Dinners, showcasing rare wines and multi-course gourmet menus.
• Casual & Buffet Dining
  Lido Café
  An indoor/outdoor buffet venue serving breakfast and lunch with made-to-order omelets, pastas, salads, carved meats, fresh seafood, and indulgent desserts.
• Themed Deck Buffets
  Award-winning culinary events transform the pool deck into destination-inspired dining experiences, including Asian Café, American Classic, Nuevo Latino, and Cuisine of the Sun—served on select sea days.
• The Bistro
  A Parisian-style café open daily, offering complimentary espresso drinks, specialty teas, pastries, light snacks, cheeses, charcuterie, and wines by the glass.
• Trident Grill & Ice Cream Bar
  Poolside favorites include gourmet burgers, hot dogs, pizzas, wraps, and late-riser breakfasts, plus handcrafted ice cream, frozen yogurt, and fresh-baked cookies.
• Afternoon Tea & Late-Night Dining
  Crystal’s signature Afternoon Tea is served daily in Palm Court, featuring themed experiences such as Mozart Tea, English Colonial Tea, and American Tea. Evening cocktail hours include hors d’oeuvres in lounges, with late-night bites available in The Bistro.
• In-Suite / In-Stateroom Dining
  Crystal offers complimentary 24-hour in-suite dining, allowing guests to enjoy breakfast, lunch, or dinner in the privacy of their stateroom or verandah. During lunch and dinner, guests may order selections from the Crystal Dining Room menu, served course by course. Penthouse guests may also order from select specialty restaurants during dinner hours.
• Special Dietary & Wellness Dining
  Crystal Cruises accommodates a wide range of dietary needs, including low-carb, low-fat, diabetic-friendly, gluten-free, and trans-fat-free options across all dining venues. Kosher-style meals are available on a limited basis with advance notice and confirmation.

Crystal Cruises reserves the right to implement fuel surcharges in response to significant increases in fuel costs, in accordance with cruise contract terms.

• To confirm a Crystal Cruises reservation, a deposit is required within the timeframe specified at the time of booking. The deposit amount is calculated based on the total cruise fare, including any optional air or sea add-ons, pre- or post-cruise hotel packages, and other enhancements, less applicable discounts.
• Deposit Requirements
  A 20% deposit per guest is required for all Crystal Cruises reservations, across all stateroom and Penthouse categories. Reservations may be subject to cancellation if the required deposit is not received within the designated option period.
• Final Payment Deadline
  Final payment for all Crystal Cruises sailings must be received no later than 90 days prior to departure. Failure to submit payment by the due date may result in automatic cancellation of the reservation.
• Crystal Cruises Cancellation Fees
  Cancellation penalties are assessed based on the number of days prior to sailing:
  90 to 46 days prior to sailing: 20% of total fare
  45 to 31 days prior to sailing: 50% of total fare
  30 days or less prior to sailing: 100% of total fare (non-refundable)
• Crystal Cruises World Cruise & Extended Voyage Policies
  For World Cruises, full World Cruise (FWC) segments, and combination voyages, the following policies apply:
• Deposit & Final Payment
  A 20% deposit per guest is required for all Penthouse and stateroom categories
  Final payment is due 90 days prior to sailing
  Reservations may be canceled if deposits or final payments are not received by the required deadlines
• Cancellation Schedule for World Cruise Voyages
  For voyages or combinations lasting 53 days or more:
  150 to 91 days prior to sailing: 20% penalty
  90 to 61 days prior to sailing: 50% penalty
  60 days or less prior to sailing: 100% penalty
  For segments or combinations lasting 52 days or fewer:
  90 to 61 days prior to sailing: 20% penalty
  60 to 31 days prior to sailing: 50% penalty
  30 days or less prior to sailing: 100% penalty

In response to evolving guest preferences and lifestyle trends, Crystal Cruises maintains a largely smoke-free environment across its ships to ensure the comfort and enjoyment of all travelers. Smoking is prohibited in all indoor public areas, staterooms, suites, and corridors.

• The only indoor location where smoking is permitted is the Connoisseur Club. In addition, smoking is allowed in a limited number of designated outdoor deck areas clearly marked onboard.
• Smoking is not permitted in the following areas:
  All staterooms and suites, including verandahs
  Ship corridors and common walkways
  Restaurants and dining venues
  Main entertainment lounges and theaters
  Crystal Cove lounge
  Pulse and Luxe nightclubs
  Casino and Avenue Saloon
  This policy reflects feedback from Crystal’s global guest community, the majority of whom prefer a non-smoking cruise environment. Crystal Cruises continuously updates its onboard policies to align with the expectations of today’s discerning luxury travelers while providing clearly designated spaces for those who smoke.

• Crystal Cruises Travel Protection Program: Benefits & Assistance Services
  Crystal Cruises offers a comprehensive travel protection program designed to safeguard your vacation investment and provide peace of mind from booking through your return home. Coverage is underwritten by Stonebridge Casualty Insurance Company and includes valuable insurance benefits and global assistance services.
• Trip Cancellation & Interruption Protection
  The plan provides up to $50,000 per insured guest for non-refundable trip cancellation or interruption costs resulting from covered medical conditions affecting the guest, immediate family members, or traveling companions. Select non-medical covered reasons that impact travel may also be eligible for reimbursement.
• Crystal Cruises Rollover Credit Benefit
  Exclusively offered by Crystal Cruises, the Rollover Credit feature enhances protection for higher-value voyages.
  If total trip costs and cancellation penalties exceed $50,000 and the cancellation qualifies under the policy, guests receive $50,000 in cash reimbursement, plus a future Crystal Cruises Rollover Credit for the remaining eligible amount.
  If a cancellation occurs due to a pre-existing medical condition that is not covered, reimbursement is issued in the form of a future Crystal Cruises Rollover Credit equal to the applicable cancellation penalties.
  Rollover Credits are valid for cruises commencing within 12 months of the cancellation date, are non-transferable, and have no cash value.
• Travel Delay Coverage
  Reimburses up to $2,500 per insured guest for additional accommodations and “catch-up” transportation expenses resulting from covered travel delays exceeding 12 hours.
• Baggage & Personal Effects Protection
  Provides reimbursement of up to $3,000 per insured guest for covered loss, theft, or damage to baggage and personal belongings throughout the trip. A $1,000 baggage delay benefit is also included for the purchase of essential items if luggage is delayed more than 24 hours.
• Medical Expense Coverage
  Covers up to $20,000 per insured guest for medical expenses related to covered accidents or illnesses that first occur during your cruise.
• Emergency Evacuation & Repatriation
  In the event of a medical emergency, the plan covers emergency medical transportation to the nearest appropriate medical facility. Coverage also includes repatriation of remains if necessary. Benefits are provided up to $50,000 per insured guest.
• 24-Hour Worldwide Emergency Assistance
  Provided by On Call International, this service offers 24/7 global emergency support, including:
  Medical consultation and monitoring
  Emergency cash transfer assistance
  Lost luggage and document recovery
  Legal, dental, and medical referrals
  Travel coordination and itinerary changes
  Pre-cruise health, safety, and weather advisories

• Crystal Cruises offers a seamless all-inclusive luxury cruising experience, with complimentary gratuities included in the cruise fare for key onboard services. Gratuities for housekeeping staff including butlers, stateroom stewardesses, and assistant stewardesses s well as bar staff and dining teams, including specialty restaurant personnel, are already covered.
• Guests who wish to offer additional gratuities to other service personnel may do so at their personal discretion. For any questions regarding onboard tipping practices, guests are encouraged to contact the Reception Desk during their cruise.
• For wellness services, Crystal Cruises recommends a 15% gratuity for Spa & Salon treatments, which may be conveniently added to your onboard account and charged directly to your shipboard folio.

All-Inclusive Luxury Experience
Crystal Cruises offers an exceptional all-inclusive cruise experience, with gourmet dining, gratuities, and premium onboard services included, allowing guests to enjoy a seamless and worry-free voyage.
Spacious All-Suite Accommodations
Crystal is renowned for its generously sized staterooms and suites, many with private verandas, refined furnishings, and personalized butler service in higher categories.
World-Class Dining at Sea
Guests enjoy multiple complimentary dining venues, including specialty restaurants curated by celebrated chefs such as Nobu Matsuhisa, along with flexible dining options to suit every schedule.
Perfect Choice Dining Flexibility
Crystal’s signature dining program allows guests to choose between traditional seating times or flexible dining by reservation, offering unmatched freedom in luxury cruising.
Exceptional Personalized Service
With one of the highest staff-to-guest ratios at sea, Crystal Cruises delivers attentive, intuitive service that consistently exceeds expectations.
Sophisticated, Elegant Atmosphere
Crystal’s ships are designed for travelers who value refinement, tranquility, and cultured surroundings rather than mass-market entertainment or crowds.
Enrichment-Focused Onboard Programming
Voyages feature engaging lectures, destination-focused enrichment, cultural performances, and educational experiences that enhance every itinerary.
Carefully Curated Global Itineraries
Crystal Cruises sails to iconic and lesser-visited destinations worldwide, offering immersive experiences and longer port stays for deeper exploration.
Wellness, Spa, and Fitness Excellence
Guests enjoy luxury spa treatments, fitness classes, wellness programs, and health-conscious dining options throughout the ship.
Ideal for Discerning and Experienced Travelers
Crystal Cruises is perfectly suited for travelers seeking sophisticated luxury, meaningful travel experiences, and an elevated onboard lifestyle.

What is included in a Crystal Cruises fare?
Crystal Cruises fares typically include luxury accommodations, gourmet dining in multiple venues, gratuities, onboard entertainment, enrichment programs, and select beverages.
Is Crystal Cruises considered all-inclusive?
Yes, Crystal offers a highly inclusive luxury experience, with many services and amenities included in the cruise fare.
Does Crystal Cruises allow children onboard?
Children are permitted on select sailings; however, Crystal Cruises is primarily designed for adults and mature travelers seeking a refined onboard environment.
Are gratuities included on Crystal Cruises?
Yes, gratuities for housekeeping, dining, and bar staff are included in the cruise fare.
What dining options are available onboard?
Crystal Cruises offers flexible dining in the Crystal Dining Room, specialty restaurants, casual venues, themed buffets, afternoon tea, and 24-hour in-suite dining.
What is the dress code on Crystal Cruises?
The dress code is elegant yet relaxed, with resort-style attire during the day and refined evening wear recommended at night.
Does Crystal Cruises offer Wi-Fi?
Internet access is available onboard, with select plans included depending on the stateroom or suite category.
Are shore excursions included?
Some shore experiences may be included, while others are available for purchase depending on the itinerary and destination.
Is Crystal Cruises suitable for solo travelers?
Yes, Crystal Cruises is an excellent choice for solo travelers who appreciate a social yet sophisticated luxury environment.
What destinations does Crystal Cruises visit?
Crystal Cruises sails worldwide, including Europe, Asia, the Americas, and exotic global routes, with carefully curated itineraries.