Crystal Cruises Reveal Details on 2013 Schedules, Itineraries

Crystal Cruises Reveal Details on 2013 Schedules, Itineraries

Crystal Cruises, the luxury cruise line is planning to unveil a new, innovative trip-length schedule rotation in 2013, as well as offer itineraries that are carefully timed to major world events and festivals.

The new trip rotation schedule involves sailings that take place on a seven-day/12-day/11-day/seven-day schedule, in order to better serve a wider range of luxury cruisers with more limited and / or flexible travel schedules.

In 2013, they intend to offer a schedule that will involve a seven-day voyage, followed by voyages that last 12 days, 11 days and seven days. The initial seven-day departure would depart on a weekend; the 12-day departure leaves mid-week; the 11-day departure leaves mid-week; and the second seven-day departure departs again on a weekend.

The new schedule structure will allow for cruisers to have more flexibility and would allow Crystal to appeal to a broader market of travelers. The ports visited in these itineraries would not be repeated.

For 2012, you can expect to see more itineraries that feature overnights in major cities and destinations of interest, especially in prime embarkation and disembarkation ports. A new itinerary of note for 2012 is a new seven-day cruise along the St. Lawrence River in Eastern Canada.

Crystal Cruises is committing to new initiatives and promotions that enhance the onboard ship experience for its guests, as well as make it easier for travel agents to book their clients on its ships. Recently, the line launched a new Private Adventure option that allows passengers to book traditional group shore excursions for private parties of up to six guests.

The line's Crystal Serenity also recently came out of a major dry-dock that included major upgrades to its stateroom and suite accommodations. Crystal Cruises has also placed great emphasis on its onboard dining options, recently teaming up with famed Taiwan-based Chinese dumpling specialists, Din Tai Fung, to offer authentic Chinese comfort cuisine on its ships. And, in spring 2012, Crystal is going all-inclusive with complimentary fine wines and premium spirits throughout the ship, open bar service in all lounges and pre-paid gratuities for housekeeping, bar and dining staff. 

Look for many incredible deals and consumer incentives available. With a fall fare sale, they’re much more affordable than what may be traditionally perceived of with a Crystal Cruises vacation.