The Crystal Difference - Crystal Press Release "Luxury" is an overused and much-misunderstood term, especially in cruising. At Crystal Cruises, luxury is clearly defined. Through our uncompromising focus on service, choice, and guest satisfaction, Crystal Cruises has redefined the category. As a result, we have become the benchmark against which our guests judge not only all other cruise lines, but all luxury vacation experiences. And it is this commitment to quality which has led readers of Condé Nast Traveler and Travel + Leisure magazines to name Crystal Cruises "World's Best Large Ship Cruise Line" in their annual readers' polls for the past seven and eight years, respectively. Crystal Cruises was founded in 1988 by parent company, NYK Lines of Japan-the largest shipping company in the world. Our three sister ships-the 940-guest, 50,000-ton Crystal Harmony and Crystal Symphony and the 1,080-guest, 68,000-ton Crystal Serenity-are among the most spacious and luxurious vessels cruising the seas of the world. These six star-rated ships feature exquisitely appointed staterooms, Asian and Italian specialty restaurants, a lavish Feng Shui spa, extensive exercise facilities, complimentary courses in our Creative Learning Institute, the only Caesars Palace at Sea Casino afloat, the popular Computer University@Sea, offering 24-hour internet access, and much more. From the moment you step on board, you will experience Crystal Cruises' dedication to making your cruise with us a perfect one. Our Six-Star Commitment means each instant must be memorable, every detail sublime. From the grand designs of our ships to the right vintage wine, a turned-down bed, or even a simple smile, singular attention is paid to every detail of your cruise. For all of us at Crystal Cruises, Six-Star quality means more than awards and accolades; it means the constant pursuit of a single goal: to create the best, then make it better. We are not just aiming to provide a fabulous vacation, we are aiming to create an experience that will enrich your life and provide memories to cherish forever. - Nancy Novogrod, Editor-in-Chief, Travel + Leisure Magazine

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Crystal Harmony

Crystal Harmony Arrives in Honolulu, March 11, 2003
Crystal Cruises Harmony enters Oahu's Honolulu Harbor. This is one of the most luxurious ships afloat, it is
also one of the most spacious. Crystal knows what they are doing, and they did it well on the
Harmony. More than half of the staterooms offer private verandahs. Even the inside cabins are larger
than some outsides other ships offer. The size of this ship is also another plus. At just 791 feet in
length it doesn't take 30 minutes to get from one end to the other.

A couple sits enjoying the view of the harbor and of the Harmony.

Harmony - Length: 791 Feet, Beam: 99 Feet, Passengers: 960, Elevators: 8, Decks: 8

Evening Departure from Honolulu Harbor, January 24, 2004

Crystal Serenity

Crystal Serenity arrives for the first time in Honolulu Hawaii, January 25, 2004

Serenity - Length: 820 Feet, Beam: 106 Feet, Passengers: 1080, Elevators: , Decks:

Crystal Serenity Webpages Crystal Serenity Expands on Crystal Cruises' Award-Winning Formula, Crystal Press Release Construction Photos: One Two Dave's 2003 Chritmas Cruise