Marseille to Targona
Marseille to Targona
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About Marseille
Since being designated a European Capital of Culture for 2013, with an estimated €660 million of funding in the bargain, Marseille has been in the throes of an extraordinary transformation, with no fewer than five major new arts centers, a beautifully refurbished port, revitalized neighborhoods, and a slew of new shops and restaurants. Once the underdog, this time-burnished city is now welcoming an influx of weekend tourists who have colonized entire neighborhoods and transformed them into elegant pieds-à-terre (or should we say, mer). The second-largest city in France, Marseille is one of Europe's most vibrant destinations. Feisty and fond of broad gestures, it is also as complicated and as cosmopolitan now as it was when a band of Phoenician Greeks first sailed into the harbor that is today's Vieux Port in 600 BC. Legend has it that on that same day a local chieftain's daughter, Gyptis, needed to choose a husband, and her wandering eyes settled on the Greeks' handsome commander Protis. Her dowry brought land near the mouth of the Rhône, where the Greeks founded Massalia, the most important Continental shipping port in antiquity. The port flourished for some 500 years as a typical Greek city, enjoying the full flush of classical culture, its gods, its democratic political system, its sports and theater, and its naval prowess. Caesar changed all that, besieging the city in 49 BC and seizing most of its colonies. In 1214 Marseille was seized again, this time by Charles d'Anjou, and was later annexed to France by Henri IV in 1481, but it was not until Louis XIV took the throne that the biggest transformations of the port began; he pulled down the city walls in 1666 and expanded the port to the Rive Neuve (New Riverbank). The city was devastated by plague in 1720, losing more than half its population. By the time of the Revolution, Marseille was on the rebound once again, with industries of soap manufacturing and oil processing flourishing, encouraging a wave of immigration from Provence and Italy. With the opening of the Suez Canal in 1869, Marseille became the greatest boomtown in 19th-century Europe. With a large influx of immigrants from areas as exotic as Tangiers, the city quickly acquired the multicultural population it maintains to this day.
About Palamós
One of the best ways to arrive in Catalonia is by sea, especially via the Costa Brava. This coastline, also known as the Rugged or Wild Coast, stretches from Blanes to the French border. Its name aptly refers to the steep cliff of ancient twisted rocks, which runs its entire length and is bounded inland by the Catalan mountain ranges. The intensity of the coast’s colour, the ruggedness of the rocks and the scent of the plants all combine to add to its attraction. The history of this region is long and varied. Traces can be found of the advanced culture of the Iberians, Greeks, Romans, Visigoths and Arabs. With Wilfred I and the independence of Catalan countries, the Catalan dynasty was born. Later, in 1479, Catalonia became a part of unified Spain following the marriage of Isabel, Queen of Castile, and Fernando, King of Aragon. The port of Palamos, some 36 miles northeast of Barcelona, has been in existence for nearly 700 years thanks to its location on one of the deepest natural bays in the western Mediterranean. The town itself is the southernmost of a series of resorts popular with sun worshippers. For the most part, Palamos has managed to retain some of the charm of a fishing village. The port also serves as a gateway to such inland locations as Girona, the capital of the province. Art lovers may want to visit Figueras, famous for its bizarre Teatre-Museu Dali, the foremost of a series of sites associated with the eccentric surrealist artist, Salvador Dali. If you choose to stay in Palamos, you can enjoy the pleasant atmosphere of the town or spend some time at a nearby beach. The town has a long seagoing tradition and busy harbour. The fish auction, prompted by the arrival of the fishing boats, is a spectacle worth seeing. The Fishing Museum illustrates the history and the life of the families who live off the sea.
About Mahón, Menorca
The capital of Menorca since 1721, Mahon has a impressive natural deep water harbour, which is one of the largest in the world. This, coupled with its strategic location, has made it a stronghold for many nations throughout history. Mahon has an abundance of historical buildings, the oldest being the Arch of Saint Roc which is all that remains of the wall that once encircled the whole town. The island was occupied by the British during the 18th century and Lord Nelson is thought to have stayed there. Indeed, San Antoni Mansion, located on the north side of the harbour, houses a collection of Nelson memorabilia. The legacy of colonial rule can be seen in the muted Georgian style of some of the buildings, but Mahon still boasts attractive examples of neo-Classical, Baroque and Romanesque architecture. With narrow streets to explore, pleasant shaded squares and welcoming pavement cafés, there is something for everyone to enjoy. Please be aware that most shops in town close for a siesta between 1330 and 1730.
About Ibiza
Hedonistic and historic, Eivissa (Ibiza, in Castilian) is a city jam-packed with cafés, nightspots, and trendy shops; looming over it are the massive stone walls of Dalt Vila —the medieval city declared a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1999—and its Gothic cathedral. Squeezed between the north walls of the old city and the harbor is Sa Penya, a long labyrinth of stone-paved streets that offer some of the city's best offbeat shopping, snacking, and exploring. The tourist information office on Vara de Rey has a useful map of walks through the old city.
About Alicante
The provincial capital of the Valencian Community serves as a gateway to the huge influx of tourists that flock to the Costa Blanca resorts every year. Alicante is popular with holidaymakers who arrive for the warm, Mediterranean climate and seemingly endless golden beaches. However, there is much more to this city than sand and sun. With a picturesque waterfront, a hugely impressive castle, buzzing nightlife and a rich, complex history, Alicante is a fascinating destination all year round.
About Valencia
Valencia, Spain's third-largest municipality, is a proud city with a thriving nightlife and restaurant scene, quality museums, and spectacular contemporary architecture, juxtaposed with a thoroughly charming historic quarter, making it a popular destination year in year out. During the Civil War, it was the last seat of the Republican Loyalist government (1935–36), holding out against Franco’s National forces until the country fell to 40 years of dictatorship. Today it represents the essence of contemporary Spain—daring design and architecture along with experimental cuisine—but remains deeply conservative and proud of its traditions. Though it faces the Mediterranean, Valencia's history and geography have been defined most significantly by the River Turia and the fertile huerta that surrounds it.The city has been fiercely contested ever since it was founded by the Greeks. El Cid captured Valencia from the Moors in 1094 and won his strangest victory here in 1099: he died in the battle, but his corpse was strapped into his saddle and so frightened the besieging Moors that it caused their complete defeat. In 1102 his widow, Jimena, was forced to return the city to Moorish rule; Jaume I finally drove them out in 1238. Modern Valencia was best known for its frequent disastrous floods until the River Turia was diverted to the south in the late 1950s. Since then the city has been on a steady course of urban beautification. The lovely bridges that once spanned the Turia look equally graceful spanning a wandering municipal park, and the spectacularly futuristic Ciutat de les Arts i les Ciències (City of Arts and Sciences), most of it designed by Valencia-born architect Santiago Calatrava, has at last created an exciting architectural link between this river town and the Mediterranean. If you're in Valencia, an excursion to Albufera Nature Park is a worthwhile day trip.
About Tarragona
About Tarragona
DETAILS
- Large private veranda with teak furniture
- Spacious living room with TV, custom wool carpets, walnut floors, cabinetry and Swarovski® chandelier
- Dining area with panoramic ocean views
- Separate study
- Custom built-in bar
- Large bedroom with queen-size bed or twins, plus his and hers walk-in closets and TV
- Master bath with jacuzzi, ocean view, crystal sconces and Calacatta marble floors, separate shower and bidet
- Guest bathroom
SERVICES
- 24 hour in-suite dining
- Room service from Osteria d'Ovidio
- Unlimited dining in Osteria d'Ovidio
- Shoeshine service
- Assistance with packing and unpacking
- Free unlimited laundry and dry cleaning, 2nd day service
- In-Suite cocktail parties
- Private transfer to and from ship up to 100 miles
- Butler or Concierge escort from terminal to suite on embarkation day
AMENITIES
- Welcome champagne
- Complimentary wine and spirits from set menu
- Complimentary soft drinks
- Flowers
- Fresh fruits, daily change, on request only
- Turndown service with handmade truffles
- Pillow menu (selection from a variety of pillow types)
- Afternoon canapés
- Nespresso coffee maker
- Binoculars
- Complimentary unlimited standard WiFi
- In-suite safe
- Interactive tablet for news, updates, and reservations
- Hair dryer
- Hair iron (available upon request)
DETAILS
- Large private veranda
- Spacious living room
- Dining area
- Two TV's
- Separate bedroom area
- Vanity in bedroom
- Queen-size bed or twin beds with sumptuous bedding, and third berth
- Full jacuzzi bathtub with separate shower and bidet
- Walk-in closet
SERVICES
- 24 hour in-suite dining
- Room service from Osteria d'Ovidio
- Unlimited dining in Osteria d'Ovidio
- Turndown Service with handmade truffles
- Shoeshine service
- Assistance with packing and unpacking
- Dry cleaning for five pieces plus one bag of free laundry every 10 cruise days, 2nd day service
- Free pressing (5pcs/day), 2nd day service
- In-suite cocktail parties
- Private transfer to and from ship up to 100 miles
- Butler or Concierge escort from terminal to suite on embarkation day
AMENITIES
- Welcome champagne
- Complimentary wine and spirits from set menu
- Complimentary soft drinks
- Flowers
- Fresh fruits, daily change, on request only
- Pillow menu (selection from a variety of pillow types)
- Afternoon canapés
- Nespresso coffee maker
- Binoculars
- Complimentary unlimited standard WiFi
- In-suite safe
- Interactive tablet for news, updates, and reservations
- Hair dryer
- Hair iron (available upon request)
Spacious suite, with living area, elegant finishings and private veranda, accompanied by attentive butler service. Sapphire suites are available to book in new and classic design.
DETAILS
- Private veranda
- Spacious living room
- Queen-size bed or twin beds with sumptuous bedding, and third berth
- Walk-in closet
- Two TV's
- 24 hour in-suite dining
- Shoeshine service
- Assistance with packing and unpacking
- Dry cleaning for five pieces plus one bag of free laundry every 10 cruise days, 2nd day service
- Free pressing (5pcs/day), 2nd day service
AMENITIES
- Welcome champagne
- Complimentary wine and spirits from set menu
- Complimentary soft drinks
- Flowers
- Fresh fruits, daily change, on request only
- Pillow menu (selection from a variety of pillow types)
- Afternoon canapés
- Nespresso coffee maker
- Binoculars
- Complimentary unlimited standard WiFi
- In-suite safe
- Interactive tablet for news, updates, and reservations
- Hair dryer
- Hair iron (available upon request)
Redesigned in 2023, these spacious suites feature a living area, lavish finishings and expansive ocean views, accompanied by attentive butler service.
DETAILS
- Large Picture Window
- Spacious living room and dining area
- Queen-size bed or twin beds with sumptuous bedding, and third berth
- Walk-in closet
- Two TV's
SERVICES
- 24 hour in-suite dining
- Turndown service with handmade truffles
- Shoeshine service
- Assistance with packing and unpacking
- Free Pressing (5pcs/day), 2nd day service
AMENITIES
- Welcome champagne
- Complimentary wine and spirits from set menu
- Complimentary soft drinks
- Fresh fruits, daily change, on request only
- Pillow menu (selection from a variety of pillow types)
- Afternoon canapés
- Nespresso coffee maker
- Binoculars
- Complimentary unlimited standard WiFi
- In-suite safe
- Interactive tablet for news, updates, and reservations
- Hair dryer
- Hair iron (available upon request)
DETAILS
- Private veranda
- Sizeable living area
- Queen-size bed or twin beds with sumptuous bedding
- Vanity in dressing area
- TV
- Walk-in closet
SERVICES
- 24 hour in-suite dining
- Turndown service
- Shoeshine service
- Assistance with packing and unpacking
AMENITIES
- Welcome champagne
- Complimentary wine and spirits from set menu
- Complimentary soft drinks
- Fresh fruits, daily change, on request only
- Afternoon canapés
- Nespresso coffee maker
- Binoculars
- Complimentary unlimited standard WiFi
- In-suite safe
- Interactive tablet for news, updates, and reservations
- Hair dryer
- Hair iron (available upon request)
DETAILS
- Large picture window
- Sizeable living area with sofa
- Queen-size bed or twin beds with sumptuous bedding
- TV
- Walk-in shower
SERVICES
- 24 hour in-suite dining
- Turndown service
- Shoeshine service
- Assistance with packing and unpacking
AMENITIES
- Welcome champagne
- Complimentary wine and spirits from set menu
- Complimentary soft drinks
- Fresh fruits, daily change, on request only
- Pillow menu (selection from a variety of pillow types)
- Complimentary unlimited standard WiFi
- In-suite safe
- Interactive tablet for news, updates, and reservations
- Hair dryer
- Hair iron (available upon request)
DETAILS
- Private veranda
- Sizeable living area with sofa
- Queen-size bed or twin beds with sumptuous bedding
- TV
- Walk-in shower
SERVICES
- 24 hour in-suite dining
- Turndown Service
- Shoeshine service
- Assistance with packing and unpacking
AMENITIES
- Welcome champagne
- Complimentary wine and spirits from set menu
- Complimentary soft drinks
- Fresh fruits, daily change, on request only
- Pillow menu (selection from a variety of pillow types)
- Complimentary unlimited standard WiFi
- In-suite safe
- Interactive tablet for news, updates, and reservations
- Hair dryer
- Hair iron (available upon request)
DETAILS
- Large picture window
- Sizeable living area with sofa
- Queen-size bed or twin beds with sumptuous bedding
- TV
- Walk-in shower
SERVICES
- 24 hour in-suite dining
- Turndown service
- Shoeshine service
- Assistance with packing and unpacking
AMENITIES
- Welcome champagne
- Complimentary wine and spirits from set menu
- Complimentary soft drinks
- Fresh fruits, daily change, on request only
- Pillow menu (selection from a variety of pillow types)
- Complimentary unlimited standard WiFi
- In-suite safe
- Interactive tablet for news, updates, and reservations
- Hair dryer
- Hair iron (available upon request)
Crystal Symphony
With elegant lines and sweeping ocean views, our intimate ship houses expansive suites and guest rooms, alongside a world-class choice of dining, wellness and entertainment.
Ship Facts
| Speed | 20 | ||||||||
| Width | 30 | ||||||||
| Length | 238 | ||||||||
| Capacity | 606 | ||||||||
| Currency | USD | ||||||||
| Language | en | ||||||||
| Crew Count | 499 | ||||||||
| Deck Count | 8 | ||||||||
| Refit Year | 2023 | ||||||||
| Cabin Count | 477 | ||||||||
| Launch Year | 1995 | ||||||||
| Gross Tonnage | 51044 | ||||||||
| Electrical Plugs |
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| Large Cabin Count | 0 | ||||||||
| Wheelchair Cabin Count | 4 |
Deck 12
- Glass Roof
- Wimbledon Court (Paddle Tennis & Pickle Ball)
- Crystal Life Spa & Salon
- Putting Green
- Golf Driving Nets
- Crystal Life Fitness
- Forward Observation Deck
- Stairs
Deck 11
- Palm Court
- Wave's & Fantasia (Children & Teens Spaces)
- Scoops Ice Cream Bar
- Trident Grill
- Seahorse Pool
- Marketplace
- Tastes Kitchen & Bar
- Elevator & Stairs
Deck 10
- Aquamarine Veranda Suite
- Sapphire Veranda Suite
- Crystal Penthouse Suite
- Self-Service Laundry
- Elevator & Stairs
Deck 9
- Junior Crystal Penthouse Suite
- Aquamarine Veranda Suite
- Sapphire Veranda Suite
- Double Guest Room with Veranda
- Self-Service Laundry
- Elevator & Stairs
Deck 8
- Crystal Penthouse Suite
- Sapphire Veranda Suite
- Double Guest Room with Veranda
- Junior Crystal Penthouse Suite
- Sapphire Ocean View Suite
- Double Guest Room with Ocean View
- Elevator & Stairs
- Table Tennis
- Self-Service Laundry
Deck 7
- Sapphire Ocean View Suite
- Single Guest Room with Ocean View
- Double Guest Room with Ocean View
- Shuffle Board Courts
- Elevator & Stairs
Deck 6
- Uma Uma by Nobu Matsuhisa Restaurant and Sushi Bar
- Atrium
- Starlite Club
- Computer University@Sea
- Connoisseur Club
- The Vintage Room
- Crystal Images
- Hollywood Theatre
- Jade Night Club
- The Studio
- Library
- Galaxy Lounge
- Crystal Collection
- Bridge Lounge
- The Bistro
- Avenue Saloon
- Apropos & Facets Onboard Shopping
- Osteria D'Ovidio
Deck 5
- Sapphire Ocean View Suite
- Double Guest Room with Ocean View
- Medical Center
- Concierge Desk
- Reception
- Shore Excursions Desk
- Crystal Cove
- Future Sales Consultant
- Crystal Plaza
- Waterside Restaurant
Our award-winning cuisine is created and influenced by pioneers in the global food scene, with nine distinct complimentary venues to choose from. Open seating with extensive dining options are tailored around the personal preferences of our guests, allowing them to choose exactly what they want at a time that works for them. Whether that be a late breakfast, six-course wine pairing lunch, or dinner in our exclusive Osteria d’Ovidio or Umi Uma.
All inclusive – however its one complimentary reservation in each specialty restaurant (Umi Uma and Osteria) is included on sailings of 11 days or less, two reservations on sailings between 12 and 22 days, three reservations on sailings 23 days or more, and unlimited reservations for all full World Cruise guests”. However guests can pay to dine outside of their allowance at £50 pp which is great value for these 2 specialist restaurants
Waterside
The main dining room, features open seating as well as tables for two and four guests. Open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. No reservations are required.
Umi Uma by Nobu Matsuhisa
Created by legendary Master Chef Nobuyki (Nobu) Matusuhisa, Umi Uma is an innovative Japanese-Peruvian restaurant inspired by the rich culture of Japanese cuisine and Peruvian ingredients. Reservations required and limited per sailing.
All inclusive – however its one complimentary reservation in each specialty restaurant (Umi Uma and Osteria) is included on sailings of 11 days or less, two reservations on sailings between 12 and 22 days, three reservations on sailings 23 days or more, and unlimited reservations for all full World Cruise guests”. However guests can pay to dine outside of their allowance at £50 pp which is great value for these 2 specialist restaurants
Osteria D'Ovidio
All inclusive – however its one complimentary reservation in each specialty restaurant (Umi Uma and Osteria) is included on sailings of 11 days or less, two reservations on sailings between 12 and 22 days, three reservations on sailings 23 days or more, and unlimited reservations for all full World Cruise guests”. However guests can pay to dine outside of their allowance at £50 pp which is great value for these 2 specialist restaurants
The Bistro
The Vintage Room
Trident Grill
Tastes Kitchen & Bar
Scoops Ice Cream Bar
Marketplace
24 Hours In-Suite Dining
Tea Time
More information coming soon.
Our two elegant vessels host an equally exceptional offering including world-renowned restaurants, restorative spas and endless opportunity for inspiration and enrichment, tied together by unparalleled personal service.
Apropos & Facets Onboard Shopping
Atrium
Computer University@Sea
Connoisseur Club
Crystal Collection
Crystal Cove
Library
A well-stocked library containing over 2,000 books on a range of subjects from classics to popular biographies, history to contemporary mysteries. Plus enjoy an ample selection of magazines and board games perfect for poolside reading.
Palm Court
Featuring large sky lights, floor-to-ceiling windows and a fabulous 270-degree forward view, this venue is perfect for afternoon tea, social gatherings and dancing.
Seahorse Pool
Starlite Club
Jade Night Club
Hollywood Theatre
Galaxy Lounge
Avenue Saloon
Casino De Monte-Carlo
Play blackjack, roulette, slot machines, and more in the sophisticated surroundings of the glamorous new casino we have created with the world leader in luxury gaming.