Mahe to Cape Town
Mahe to Cape Town
Cruise overview
Cruise ID
CRYSTALCSY-015-250328
Cruise Line
Cruise Type
Ocean
Ship
Duration
15 nights
Departure Port
Destination
Cape Town
Departure Date
28 Mar 25
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Day 1
Mahé (Seychelles)
About Mahé
Like jade-coloured jewels in the Indian Ocean, the more than 100 Seychelles Islands are often regarded as the Garden of Eden. Lying just four degrees south of the equator, the Seychelles are some 1,000 miles (1,610 km) from the nearest mainland Africa. Little more than 200 years ago, all 115 islands were uninhabited. Then in 1742 a French ship dispatched from Mauritius sailed into one of the small bays. Captain Lazare Picault was the first to explore these unnamed islands. He encountered breathtaking vistas of rugged mountains, lagoons, coral atolls, splendid beaches and secluded coves. After Picault sailed away, the islands remained untouched for the next 14 years. Then France took possession of the seven islands in the Mahé group. During an expedition Captain Morphey named them the Sechelles, in honour of Vicomte Moreau de Sechelles. This name was later anglicised to Seychelles. The first settlers arrived at St. Anne’s Island in 1770; 15 years later the population of Mahé consisted of seven Europeans and 123 slaves. Today there are about 80,000 Seychellois, the majority of whom live on Mahé; the rest are scattered in small communities throughout the archipelago. The people are a fusion of three continents - Africa, Asia and Europe. This has created a unique culture and the use of three languages - Creole, French and English. Mahé is the largest island in the archipelago and the location of the capital, Victoria. Ringed by steep, magnificent mountains, few capitals can claim a more beautiful backdrop. The town features a mixture of modern and indigenous architecture; it is the centre of business and commerce thanks to the extensive port facilities. Noteworthy sites in Victoria are the museum, cathedral, government house, clock tower, botanical gardens and an open-air market. The major attractions are found outside of town where the island’s quiet, lazy atmosphere delights visitors. With 68 pristine, white sand beaches, Mahé boasts more beaches and tourist facilities than any of the other Seychelles Islands. Beautiful and remote Mahé with its green-clad mountains and palm-fringed beaches is indeed an island of abundance; pleasant surprises are around every bend in the trail. Come ashore and discover for yourself this marvellous island paradise.
Day 4
Mombasa (Kenya)
About Mombasa
You may well find yourself in Mombasa for a few hours or an overnight stop. The city (which is actually an island linked to the mainland by a ferry) is the second oldest trade center with Arabia and the Far East. Today it still plays an important role as the main port for Kenya. Although it lacks the beautiful beaches of the north and south, it has a rich, fascinating history. Visit the Old Town with its narrow streets lined with tiny shops and souks (markets). The Old Harbour, frequented by numerous dhows, is an ideal place to arrange a short cruise on one of these local boats that have plied the oceans for centuries. Fort Jesus, designed by an Italian and built by the Portuguese in the late 16th century, is a major visitor draw and well worth a visit. In summer there's an impressive sound-and-light show.
Day 5
Mombasa (Kenya)
About Mombasa
You may well find yourself in Mombasa for a few hours or an overnight stop. The city (which is actually an island linked to the mainland by a ferry) is the second oldest trade center with Arabia and the Far East. Today it still plays an important role as the main port for Kenya. Although it lacks the beautiful beaches of the north and south, it has a rich, fascinating history. Visit the Old Town with its narrow streets lined with tiny shops and souks (markets). The Old Harbour, frequented by numerous dhows, is an ideal place to arrange a short cruise on one of these local boats that have plied the oceans for centuries. Fort Jesus, designed by an Italian and built by the Portuguese in the late 16th century, is a major visitor draw and well worth a visit. In summer there's an impressive sound-and-light show.
Day 6
Zanzibar (Tanzania)
About Zanzibar
This ancient isle once ruled by sultans and slave traders served as the stepping stone into the African continent for missionaries and explorers. Today it attracts visitors intent on discovering sandy beaches, pristine rain forests, or colorful coral reefs. Once known as the Spice Island for its export of cloves, Zanzibar has become one of the most exotic flavors in travel, better than Bali or Mali when it comes to beauty that’ll make your jaw drop.Separated from the mainland by a channel only 35 km (22 miles) wide, and only 6 degrees south of the equator, this tiny archipelago—the name Zanzibar also includes the islands of Unguja (the main island) and Pemba—in the Indian Ocean was the launching base for a romantic era of expeditions into Africa. Sir Richard Burton and John Hanning Speke used it as their base when searching for the source of the Nile. It was in Zanzibar where journalist Henry Morton Stanley, perched in an upstairs room overlooking the Stone Town harbor, began his search for David Livingstone.The first ships to enter the archipelago's harbors are believed to have sailed in around 600 BC. Since then, every great navy in the Eastern Hemisphere has dropped anchor here at one time or another. But it was Arab traders who left an indelible mark. Minarets punctuate the skyline of Stone Town, where more than 90% of the residents are Muslim. In the harbor you'll see dhows, the Arabian boats with triangular sails. Islamic women covered by black boubou veils scurry down alleyways so narrow their outstretched arms could touch buildings on both sides. Stone Town received its odd name because most of its buildings were made of limestone and coral, which means exposure to salty air has eroded many foundations.The first Europeans who arrived here were the Portuguese in the 15th century, and thus began a reign of exploitation. As far inland as Lake Tanganyika, slave traders captured the residents or bartered for them from their own chiefs, then forced the newly enslaved to march toward the Indian Ocean carrying loads of ivory tusks. Once at the shore they were shackled together while waiting for dhows to collect them at Bagamoyo, a place whose name means, "here I leave my heart." Although it's estimated that 50,000 slaves passed through the Zanzibar slave market each year during the 19th century, many more died en route.Tanganyika and Zanzibar merged in 1964 to create Tanzania, but the honeymoon was brief. Zanzibar's relationship with the mainland remains uncertain as calls for independence continue. "Bismillah, will you let him go," a lyric from Queen's "Bohemian Rhapsody," has become a rebel chant for Zanzibar to break from Tanzania.Zanzibar Island, locally known as Unguja, has amazing beaches and resorts, decent dive spots, acres of spice plantations, the Jozani Forest Reserve, and Stone Town. Plus, it takes little more than an hour to fly there. It's a popular spot to head post-safari.Stone Town, the archipelago's major metropolis, is a maze of narrow streets lined with houses featuring magnificently carved doors studded with brass. There are 51 mosques, 6 Hindu temples, and 2 Christian churches. And though it can rightly be called a city, much of the western part of the larger island is a slumbering paradise where cloves, as well as rice and coconuts, still grow.Although the main island of Unguja feels untouched by the rest of the world, the nearby islands of Pemba and Mnemba offer retreats that are even more remote. For many years Arabs referred to Pemba as Al Khudra, or the Green Island, and indeed it still is, with forests of king palms, mangos, and banana trees. The 65-km-long (40-mile-long) island is less famous than Unguja except among scuba divers, who enjoy the coral gardens with colorful sponges and huge fans. Archaeology buffs are also discovering Pemba, where sites from the 9th to the 15th century have been unearthed. At Mtambwe Mkuu coins bearing the heads of sultans were discovered. Ruins along the coast include ancient mosques and tombs. In the 1930s Pemba was famous for its sorcerers, attracting disciples of the black arts from as far away as Haiti. Witchcraft is still practiced, and, oddly, so is bullfighting. Introduced by the Portuguese in the 17th century, the sport has been improved by locals, who rewrote the ending. After enduring the ritual teasing by the matador's cape, the bull is draped with flowers and paraded around the village.Beyond Pemba, smaller islands in the Zanzibar Archipelago range from mere sandbanks to Changu, once a prison island and now home to the giant Aldabra tortoise, Chumbe Island, and Mnemba, a private retreat for guests who pay hundreds of dollars per day to get away from it all.
Day 8
Mocambique Island (Mozambique)
About Mocambique Island
Day 11
Richards Bay (South Africa)
About Richards Bay
South Africa’s largest harbour is located on a lagoon on the Mhlatuze River on the northern coast of KwaZulu-Natal and takes its name from Admiral Sir F W Richards who sailed into the bay to deliver supplies to the troops during the Anglo/Zulu War of 1879. The Richards Bay lagoon was declared a game reserve in 1935, when conservationists objected to the growing industrialisation here. This however did nothing to halt development. Instead a compromise was agreed and a wall was built across the length of the bay to divide the lagoon. The north side became the seaport and the south remained a sanctuary for waterfowl and wildlife. The lagoon is famous for being the site where the longest crocodile ever recorded was shot by hunter John Dunn - it measured over 20 feet. The town was built on the shores of the lagoon in 1954 and although it was only a small fishing community in the 1960s, the development of the deep water harbour and railway in 1976 prompted the growth of the much larger township you see today. The bustling town is now a popular holiday destination with its unspoilt beaches at the edge of the Indian Ocean, year-round sunshine and excellent recreational facilities including surfing and fishing. It is also an excellent gateway to Zululand and the KwaZulu wildlife reserves. Richards Bay has recently undergone a major renovation that has given the town a Caribbean feel.
Day 13
Gqeberha (ex Port Elizabeth) (South Africa)
About Gqeberha (ex Port Elizabeth)
Originally the home of the San and Khoisan people and later the Xhosa tribe, the area now known as Gqeberha (previously Port Elizabeth) became a landing place for passing European ships after Portuguese navigator Bartolomew Diaz arrived in Algoa Bay in 1488. As part of the Cape Colony, the British occupied the area during the Napoleonic Wars and it was they who built Fort Frederick here in 1799. Twenty-one years later 4,000 settlers arrived, becoming the first permanent British residents of South Africa and Gqeberha. Sir Rufane Donkin, Acting Governor of the Cape Colony, founded Port Elizabeth, naming the settlement after his late wife. The town underwent rapid growth after 1873 following the construction of the railway to Kimberley, and is now one of the country’s major seaports. Like most South African cities, miles of beautiful coastline surround Gqeberha. Algoa Bay combines warm water and fair breezes, making it a mecca for swimmers and water sports enthusiasts. Those interested in history can follow the Donkin Heritage Trail, past a succession of Victorian and Edwardian town houses, trim gardens and neo-Gothic churches. Just outside the town are a number of game reserves, including the famous Addo Elephant National Park.
Day 14
Mossel Bay (South Africa)
About Mossel Bay
Day 15
Cape Town (South Africa)
About Cape Town
Sometimes referred to as the Mother City, Cape Town is the most famous port in South Africa and is influenced by many different cultures, including Dutch, British and Malay. The port was founded in 1652 by Dutch explorer Jan Van Riebeeck, and evidence of Dutch colonial rule remains throughout the region. The port is located on one of the world's most important trade routes, and is mainly a container port and handler of fresh fruit. Fishing is another vital industry, with large Asian fishing fleets using Cape Town as a logistical repair base for much of the year. The region is famous for its natural beauty, with the imposing Table Mountain and Lions Head, as well as the many nature reserves and botanical gardens such as Kirstenbosch which boasts an extensive range of indigenous plant life, including proteas and ferns. Cape Town's weather is mercurial, and can change from beautiful sunshine to dramatic thunderstorms within a short period. A local adage is that in Cape Town you can experience four seasons in one day.
Day 16
Cape Town (South Africa)
About Cape Town
Sometimes referred to as the Mother City, Cape Town is the most famous port in South Africa and is influenced by many different cultures, including Dutch, British and Malay. The port was founded in 1652 by Dutch explorer Jan Van Riebeeck, and evidence of Dutch colonial rule remains throughout the region. The port is located on one of the world's most important trade routes, and is mainly a container port and handler of fresh fruit. Fishing is another vital industry, with large Asian fishing fleets using Cape Town as a logistical repair base for much of the year. The region is famous for its natural beauty, with the imposing Table Mountain and Lions Head, as well as the many nature reserves and botanical gardens such as Kirstenbosch which boasts an extensive range of indigenous plant life, including proteas and ferns. Cape Town's weather is mercurial, and can change from beautiful sunshine to dramatic thunderstorms within a short period. A local adage is that in Cape Town you can experience four seasons in one day.
Crystal Penthouse Suite
Min.
occupancy: 1
Min.
occupancy: 3
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)
Junior Crystal Penthouse Suite
Min.
occupancy: 1
Min.
occupancy: 2
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)
Sapphire Veranda Suite
Min.
occupancy: 1
Min.
occupancy: 2
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)
Sapphire Ocean View Suite
Min.
occupancy: 1
Min.
occupancy: 2
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)
Aquamarine Veranda Suite
Min.
occupancy: 1
Min.
occupancy: 2
Suite offering comfortable living area, private veranda and perfect for grand yet intimate moments, accompanied by attentive butler service. Aquamarine suites are available to book in new and classic design.
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)
Single Guest Room with Ocean View
Min.
occupancy: 1
Min.
occupancy: 2
Cozy bedroom redesigned in 2023, with welcoming and comfortable detailing, butler service and ocean views.
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)
Double Guest Room with Veranda
Min.
occupancy: 1
Min.
occupancy: 2
Contemporary classic bedroom redesigned in 2023, with butler service and comfortable seating constellations opening onto a private veranda.
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)
Double Guest Room with Ocean View
Min.
occupancy: 1
Min.
occupancy: 2
Contemporary classic bedroom redesigned in 2023, with butler service and impressive windows onto ocean views.
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
Experience: complimentary
Food: classic
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
Experience: cover
Food: japanese
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
Experience: cover
Food: italian
Fine Italian cuisine, featuring original menus and dishes created by talented Crystal chefs. 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
The Bistro
Experience: complimentary
Food: cafe
Parisian-inspired café and coffee bar with light snacks such as fresh pastries, bagels and fruit in the morning and a selection of international cheeses, pâtés, prosciutto, smoked salmon and dessert delicacies through late afternoon.
The Vintage Room
Experience: complimentary
Food: fine
The Vintage Room offers guided pairings and dinners highlighting the vast selection of wines in the ship’s onboard cellar. This intimate, innovative concept offers guests an education in fine wine and cuisine, allowing them to gain privileged insights into the art of enology. In addition to daytime tastings and discussions, guests may enjoy a variety of private wine-themed lunches and dinners by special arrangement with the Head Sommelier.
Trident Grill
Experience: complimentary
Food: bbq
Our pool restaurant featuring favorite classics such as Burgers, melts, salads and quick snacks for an indulgent poolside snack.
Tastes Kitchen & Bar
Experience: complimentary
Food: regional
Globally inspired cuisine, and casual dining, Tastes offers tapas-style cuisine inspired by regional itinerary. The venue encourages a "family-style" experience for guests to enjoy on their own or with newfound friends. Open seating.
Scoops Ice Cream Bar
Experience: complimentary
Food: gelato
A sumptuous ice cream bar featuring fresh toppings and homemade cookies, with frozen yoghurt accompanying classics from Ben & Jerry’s.
Marketplace
Experience: complimentary
Food: casual
Buffet style dining wrapped in floor to ceiling windows and a chic open air dining area. This venue offers breakfast and lunch with a variety of choices from appetizers to desserts. Itinerary driven food selections keep the menu’s fresh, while carving stations and individual a la minute cooking add a dynamic element. Open seating.
24 Hours In-Suite Dining
Experience: complimentary
Food: room
Dine in the comfort of your own suite, 24 hours a day. Savor the extensive selection of delicious dishes from Waterside’s menu. Guests staying in the Crystal Penthouse can also enjoy in-suite dining from our specialty restaurants, during opening hours.Service includes afternoon snacks and our Connoisseur Caviar Menu, for a epicurean treat (for an additional charge).
Tea Time
Experience: complimentary
Food: casual
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
Heighten the experience on board with a selection of fine jewelry, watches and cruise wear available in our arcade, alongside designer apparel. Make the most of being at sea with a selection of duty free items available.
Atrium
The central meeting place on the ship where you can visit the front desk, concierge, shore excursion desk, or sip on a casual drink at the Crystal Cove.
Computer University@Sea
Our innovative Computer lab onboard led by a team of tech experts.
Connoisseur Club
An elegant space to indulge in the finest cigars and cognacs.
Crystal Collection
Offers fine perfumes and colognes, cosmetics, purses, sun glasses, and jewelry.
Crystal Cove
An ideal refreshment stop any time of the day, and the perfect place to meet friends for a pre-dinner cocktail. Enjoy a variety of musical styles as the day turns into night.
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
Our lap pool with plenty of surrounding deck space to sunbathe, relax and read while enjoying a cool drink in the afternoon.
Starlite Club
On selected evenings before and after dinner, this entertainment lounge features dancing, production spot shows, cabaret performances and other themed events.
Jade Night Club
An intimate lounge for a late-night drink, dancing or a place to let loose with karaoke.
Hollywood Theatre
The ship's sleek cinema for recent-released movies, live sport events, guest lectures and religious services.
Galaxy Lounge
Performances are the focal point here, with appearances by fantastic Broadway-style performers and headline entertainers. Drink service provided before each show.
Avenue Saloon
Signature piano bar with an intimate ambience. The perfect setting for a cocktail before and after dinner.
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.