Crystal Cruises by If Only

Overview

Introducing the elite in 6 Star cruising, with everything from fine wines and fizz to speciality dining and gratuities included in the price of your cruise fare. Live like a VIP from the moment you step on board with Crystal Cruises. Each ship boasts an exclusive feel, welcoming far fewer passengers than its capacity to ensure that guests never feel crowded. Every vessel also enjoys a staff to guest ratio of almost one to one, with private butler service in all suites. There’s also the chance to get involved with voluntourism via the ‘You Care, We Care’ programme, from engaging with local wildlife initiatives to partaking in eco-friendly tree planting activities.

Dream

Regardless of cabin class, each accommodation provides a private sanctuary at sea, from spacious Deluxe Staterooms with generous picture windows to palatial penthouses fit for royalty. Every guest can enjoy an evening turndown service and exclusive ETRO bath products, alongside plush dressing gowns and slippers. Experience excellence at sea and opt for a Crystal Penthouse with Verandah, complete with personal butler, in-suite bar and Swarovski crystal chandelier. Guests will have the chance to drink in stunning ocean views as they soak in their marble bath tub, with a spacious verandah perfect for sunbathing and unwinding. Decadent dining experiences can be enjoyed from the comfort of your own private suite, and if you don’t fancy the exceptional evening entertainment, you can always stay in and take advantage of your custom entertainment centre with flat-screen HDTV.

Eat

Discover an array of culinary delights on board, with expansive speciality dining options and Michelin-standard dishes as standard. Enjoy tasty Asian cooking al fresco at Silk Kitchen and Bar, serving up mouth-watering dim-sum, dumplings and noodles. Carefully-curated cocktails and elegant afternoon tea await at Palm Court, whilst authentic Italian cuisine is on the menu at Prego. Tickle your taste buds as you unwind on the pool deck throughout the day, with a divine selection of Ben & Jerry’s® Ice Cream, frozen yoghurt and homemade cookies on offer at Scoops Ice Cream Bar. Alternatively, embark on an epicurean adventure at The Vintage Room, boasting unique wine dinners, encompass some of the world’s rarest vintages served by experienced wine stewards.

Play

From Broadway-style performances at the Galaxy Lounge to relaxed live music at Avenue Saloon, the on-board entertainment options are endless with Crystal Cruises. If you’re looking for academic amusement, each vessel runs regular enrichment workshops with live talks and presentations from authors, professors and thought leaders. There’s also the option to give something back to the local communities you visit whilst cruising. The ‘You Care, We Care’ programme allows guests to get involved in totally unique projects, with a strong focus on preservation and conservation. Why not spend the afternoon cleaning and caring for the cuddly creatures who reside at the Koh Samui Animal Shelter, or assist at a local food bank in San Francisco.

Unwind

Find your inner zen at the Feng-Shui inspired Crystal Life Spa and rejuvenate mind, body and soul. Treat yourself with a signature experience, such as the Japanese Silk Booster Facial, or simply luxuriate in the exclusive, canopied relaxation area. If you’re a keep fit enthusiast, indulge in some light exercise and tee off at the on-board putting greens, with golf clinics and training by PGA professionals available on the majority of sailings. If you’re looking for something slightly more rigorous, guests have access to a range of specialised fitness programmes, from complimentary yoga and Pilates to open-air workout sessions using state-of-the-art equipment.