To Whom It May Concern:
We received this from Crystal Cruises and thought it would be of interest to
this newsgroup as well.
Happy sailing,
John Sisker, SHIP-TO-SHORE CRUISE AGENCY®
(714) 536-3850 or toll free at (800) 724-6644 & (Agency No. 714.536.3850)
www.shiptoshorecruise.com
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
CRYSTAL CRUISES ANNOUNCES 2009 105-DAY WORLD CRUISE
Round-Trip from Los Angeles for the First Time in Seven Years
LOS ANGELES, August 28, 2007 - Crystal Cruises, voted World's Best more than
any other cruise line by the readers of Travel + Leisure and Condé Nast
Traveler, has set a new course for its 14th annual 2009 World Cruise.
The award-winning Crystal Serenity will depart Los Angeles on January 21,
2009 for Mexico, the South Pacific, New Zealand, Eastern and Western
Australia, Indonesia and Southeast Asia, China, Japan, Russia, Alaska,
British Columbia, San Francisco and back to Los Angeles. Blending new ports
with a contrasting mix of cosmopolitan, unspoiled, ancient, modern and
exotic locales, the epic 105-day journey will visit 46 destinations in 17
countries.
Significant for 2009:
· First time in seven years that Crystal Cruises' World Cruise will begin
and end in Los Angeles.
· Five maiden calls: Rangiroa, French Polynesia; Napier, New Zealand;
Komodo, Indonesia; Sihanoukville, Cambodia; and Petropavlovsk, Russia.
· First time Crystal has called in Bali since 2000 and in Alaska since 2005.
· Overnight stays are scheduled in Auckland, Sydney, Singapore, Bangkok,
Shanghai, Osaka and Yokohama, and two-night stays in Ho Chi Minh City and
Hong Kong.
· Travelers can add the Panama Canal cruises before and after for a 136-day
voyage round-trip from Miami.
· Available in seven individual segments, for as few as 12 days.
"Each year we set out to create an unparalleled travel experience of exotic
destinations, exclusive shoreside events and meaningful onboard enrichment
in a seamless environment of personalized luxury," says Gregg Michel,
Crystal's president. "Even the most discriminating travelers appreciate the
attention to detail and extraordinary value of a Crystal World Cruise."
Effective August 28, Crystal Cruises' complete day-by-day World Cruise
itinerary will be posted on its website, www.crystalcruises.com. World
Cruise fares will be available on October 15, 2007, when the luxury line
will begin accepting reservations. Full World Cruisers booked for 2008 will
have the opportunity to book 2009 before it is open to the public. To date,
the line has dozens of guests waitlisted for the 2009 World Cruise.
The Crystal Difference
With an emphasis on innovative product differentiation, Crystal Serenity is
distinguished by sophisticated style, classic service, abundant space,
exceptional quality and extensive choices. At 68,000-tons, the 1,080-guest
liner is among the most spacious and luxurious vessels cruising in the
luxury market. Her unique size allows for smooth sailing and a wide range
of innovative dining opportunities (Nobu Matsuhisa and The Vintage Room
specialty restaurants), inspiring learning opportunities, generous
amenities, and elegant staterooms, most with private verandah.
The line enjoys a reputation for excellence, grounded in over a decade of
prestigious accolades. Crystal Cruises was voted "World's Best Large-Ship
Cruise Line" by the readers of Condé Nast Traveler and Travel + Leisure
magazines, respectively, for 11 and 12 consecutive years - the only cruise
line, resort or hotel to have achieved such distinction. The luxury line's
spa was voted #1 in Condé Nast Traveler's recent poll, outscoring most
resort spas.
For additional information, contact a travel agent or call 888-799-4625.
Visit the luxury line's website at www.crystalcruises.com.
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