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shipWith her sleek silhouette and shimmering elegance, the legendary Crystal Symphony finds a natural home in the world's most glamorous harbors and idyllic ports of call. The hallmarks of Crystal - legendary service, abundant space, exceptional quality and unparalleled choices - have earned Crystal Symphony international recognition. This stylish and contemporary vessel is your home away from home as you travel the globe.

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Dining

Crystal Dining Room

Savor authentic pad thai on a journey through Asia. Or fresh paella while cruising the coast of Spain. The Crystal Dining Room sets the stage for an eclectic menu of regionally inspired dishes as well as traditional classics.

Lido Café

A bright and welcoming space offering exceptional panoramic sea views, this indoor/outdoor venue features elaborate breakfast buffets with exotic fruits, fresh-baked breads and pastries, as well as made-to-order regular and egg white omelettes, waffles, and pancakes. Luncheon buffets include custom-made pastas and salads, a delicious selection of soups, carved meats, fresh fish and sumptuous desserts, including sugar-free options.

Prego

Charming and romantic, Prego brings the flavors of Italy to Crystal. A seasonally changing Valentino at Prego menu features signature dishes such as Scaloppine Di Vitello Servite Con Capelli D’angelo and Linguine Con Aragosta E Zucchini, along with wines that are served at Piero Selvaggio’s revered Los Angeles and Las Vegas restaurants, Valentino. Valentino is considered by many to be among the finest Italian restaurants in the country.

Silk Road

Silk Road presents Nobu's celebrated dishes such as Lobster with Truffle-Yuzu Sauce, Grilled Wagyu Beef Rib-Eye with Wasabi Pepper Sauce, and his signature dessert, a Bento Box filled with Chocolate Soufflé Cake with Shiso Syrup and Sesame Ice Cream. The famed chef enjoys a long history with Crystal and unveiled his own line of fine china during Crystal Serenity’s inaugural season.

The Sushi Bar

The eclectic–and delectable–cuisine of world-renowned master chef Nobuyuki “Nobu” Matsuhisa is prepared by Nobu-trained chefs at The Sushi Bar. Regarded for his innovative approach to sushi, Nobu blends classically styled Japanese foods with distinct Peruvian and European influences. The Sushi Bar offers an assortment of Nobu’s inventive sushi and sashimi, including Salmon Tartar with Sevruga Caviar, Tiradito Nobu-style and Yellowtail Sashimi with Jalapeño.

The Bistro

In the heart of the ship, this popular European-inspired café is buzzing with activity all day. It's the perfect spot to enjoy a freshly baked morning croissant with espresso before venturing out for your shoreside adventures. Later in the day, relax with an exotic coffee drink or premium wines by the glass as you savor delectable pâtés, international cheeses, and freshly baked desserts. Distinctive to Crystal, The Bistro’s exclusive porcelain is created by celebrated artist Guy Buffet.

Trident Bar & Grill

The ultimate poolside grill with a full bar serves deliciously light fare including made-to-order grills, wraps, melts and gourmet pizzas. On select evenings, the Trident Grill offers casual dinners at a relaxing setup around Neptune Pool with exciting selections served in a comfortable ambiance. Dress is casual and reservations are not required.

The Vintage Room

Inspired by the rich tradition of wine makers to gather and showcase their most treasured vintages, dinners served in the elegant Vintage Room are the pinnacle experience for wine enthusiasts. Working with the sommeliers, Crystal’s culinary team creates menus to enhance the unique attributes of each vintage, with exceptional selections from famed wine-making regions such as Bordeaux and the Napa Valley.

Entertainment

Connoisseur Club

Whether you prefer a Monte Cristo or Davidoff with your Courvoisier, your eery wish is indulged in the comfortable, yet refined, atmosphere of the intimate Connoisseur Club.

Casino

Glittering and stylish, with fabulous chandeliers and an air of energized excitement, the Crystal Casino offers thrilling games of chance featuring Blackjack, Craps, Roulette, 3 Card Poker, Ultimate Texas Hold’em and Mini-Baccarat (on request), as well as slot and video poker machines.

Galaxy Lounge

The main showroom for Crystal’s award-winning Broadway-style production shows and headline entertainers features exceptionally comfortable seating and a hydraulic-rising stage for optimum viewing from anywhere in the room. In addition to the sophisticated staging, the acclaimed shows each feature elaborate costumes and sets created by renowned designers with decades of theatrical experience.

Starlite Club

Centrally located in the middle of the main activity deck, a dramatic round bar takes center stage in this stylishly open environment offering panoramic sea views. With window walls sparkling with Swarovski crystals, the new Starlight Club is the place to see and be seen, featuring lectures by day and dancing by night.

Luxe

From its polished aluminum Philippe Starck bar stools to the glass Bisazza mosaics, this modern nightclub is a sophisticated spot for drinks, dancing and conversation. A dazzling lighting system flashes electric colors off shimmery finishes and stunning shades of black, silver and white.

Palm Court

With panoramic sea vistas enjoyed through vast floor-to-ceiling window walls, this delightfully airy forward lounge hosts Afternoon Tea daily, evening dancing and entertainment, classical music concerts and special parties.

Other Areas of the Ship

Library

The well-stocked library contains over 2,000 books on subjects ranging from classics to popular biographies, history to contemporary mysteries. There is also an entertaining selection of over 1,000 movie titles on DVD and board games which may be borrowed without charge for your enjoyment during the cruise.

Afternoon Tea

As the late afternoon sun gently streams through Palm Court's dramatic wall of windows, savor the refined elegance of that most proper of traditions, Afternoon Tea, served with a touch of Crystal's contemporary style.

Golf Clinic

Enjoy complimentary golf clinics hosted by PGA pros traveling on nearly every cruise. Using state-of-the-art TaylorMade clubs, practice your swing at the driving range and putting green high above the sea on the ship's top deck.

Crystal Spa

Feng Shui is the ancient practice of balance and harmony, and the Crystal Spa embodies a tranquil environment, easily allowing you to slip away from the stresses of daily life. In serene treatment rooms, rejuvenating services such as Aroma Stone Therapy, Japanese Silk Booster Facial and Well-Being Massage are dispensed with expert care.

Fitness Center

Crystal ships feature spacious, state-of-the-art Fitness Center with panoramic ocean views. Relax your mind and indulge in a Pathway to Yoga or mat Pilates class. Challenge yourself at one of the new Tour de Spin indoor cycling classes. Or learn to increase your strength, balance and flexibility on revolutionary KinesisTM equipment.

Paddle Tennis

Adapted from tennis, paddle tennis is a sport that has been around for more than a century. You can enjoy this fun and challenging activity on a full size, enclosed tennis court, surrounded by breathtaking ocean views.

Pool

Relax poolside at the full-length Seahorse Pool, with its expanded and redesigned extra-large Jacuzzi® hot tub which has been redesigned to include a special water feature.

Computer University@Sea

For over a decade, Crystal’s Computer University@Sea has been at the forefront of luxury travel offering guests contemporary enrichment opportunities in line with the dramatic evolution of the Internet and digital communication. The extensiveness of the program is unmatched in both its variety and originality, offering more computers per guest than any other ship, 24-hour Internet access from every lab computer and stateroom, and a dedicated team of knowledgeable instructors to offer lessons on every cruise.

Avenue of the Stars Shopping

Cultured and refined, sleek and sexy. The boutiques and shops along the Avenue of the Stars shopping promenade feature selections from Hermès, Chanel, St. John and others, brands that find a familiar home in a very sophisticated yet understated environment.

Wine Tasting

A hallmark of Crystal’s award-winning reputation is our engaging onboard enrichment program, inviting you to leave the daily routines of life behind and open your mind to new possibilities. The Society of Wine Educators' renowned wine experts are on board to provide wine tasting instruction and lectures on every voyage.

Junior Activities

Crystal ships feature a fully supervised Junior Activities program for kids between the ages of 3 and 17 on Holiday voyages and nearly all summer sailings, each with dedicated play areas for both young kids and teens. Children are supervised during their activities with the Junior Activities Directors, and children with parents’ permission are free to come and go as they please. The Junior Activities program is not intended to be utilized as a babysitting service or daycare facility. Children under the age of the 3 must be supervised by a parent or guardian at all times.