Cruise & Ferry Interiors 2021

6 0 From left, Crystal Endeavor’s spa features contemporary interiors and panoramic views, while a Scandinavian-style sauna adds an element of luxury on Crystal Esprit FEATURE: PREMIUM EXPERIENCE Onboard oasis By Bernie Leypold, Crystal Cruises Crystal is committed to creating elegant ships and delivering luxurious personalised experiences for guests E ver since it began operating with just one ocean cruise ship in 1989, Crystal has been committed to creating elegant ships and delivering luxurious personalised experiences and amenities for guests. Over the years, the company’s portfolio has expanded significantly to include the Crystal Cruises, Crystal River Cruises, Crystal Yacht Cruises and Crystal Expedition Cruises brands – yet our unwavering focus on providing a premium product that far exceeds guest expectations has remained the same. Every new vessel we add to our fleet is meticulously designed to offer our signature ‘Crystal Experience’ and we constantly collect guest feedback to enable us to fine-tune our services and onboard offerings. The Crystal Life Salon & Spas onboard all our ships are an extension of the welcoming atmosphere and warm service that is at the heart of the Crystal Experience. All the spas are designed in collaboration with marine architects that are industry leaders in this craft. We also receive valuable input from our spa concession provider, One Spa World, which operates luxury spas around the world and on vessels sailing for other cruise lines. One of the most important hallmarks of the premium Crystal Experience is that we provide industry-leading space ratios throughout our ships. In line with this, our spas, salons and fitness centres always offer a generously spacious atmosphere. They are also operated by well-trained teams of trained stylists, aestheticians and therapists who can cater spa and beauty treatments to our guests’ individual preferences. Meanwhile, the fitness centres boast the latest equipment and host classes and other wellness activities. Crystal Cruises’ ocean ships – Crystal Serenity and Crystal Symphony – feature the first Feng Shui-inspired spas at sea and offer a tranquil environment designed to relax and recharge guests. Highlights of the spaces include a private canopied relaxation area on the spa’s aft deck, several treatment rooms, saunas and changing areas featuring showers with multiple jets, fibre optic lighting and special rain and mist functions. Although smaller than on our ocean vessels, the spa and fitness areas on our five river cruise ships – Crystal Bach,