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Debbie Reynolds, Dorothy Hamill & Michael Feinstein Are Among Hundreds
Of Star Entertainers And Speakers On Crystal Crusies' 2006 World
Cruise
LOS ANGELES CAore than 200 star entertainers, acclaimed chefs, famous
Olympians and noted diplomats, among others, will offer in excess of
1,000 shows, lectures and demonstrations during Crystal Cruises' 11th
annual World Cruise, January 18 - May 5, 2006. The luxurious Crystal
Serenity travels from Los Angeles to London on a 106-day odyssey,
offering guests an entertaining variety of enrichment opportunities
with interactive seminars and progressive classes focusing on
everything from art lessons to world affairs.
"A World Cruise with Crystal is the ultimate travel experience. In
2006, our guests will explore exotic destinations on five different
continents and enjoy a tremendous scope of onboard enrichment
programming," says Bret Bullock, Crystal's vice president,
entertainment. "World Cruise travelers expect to be enriched by their
experiences on board as much as they do ashore, and we offer them
extensive choices to do as much - or as little - as they want."
Long regarded for its award-winning Crystal Visions® Enrichment
Program, the luxury cruise line has assembled a stellar cast of name
performers and renowned speakers in line with the discerning
expectations of its savvy World Cruise clientele. Some highlights
include:
* Stars of Screen & Song
Academy Award nominee and celebrated entertainer Debbie Reynolds
shares Hollywood stories; Grammy-nominated pianist, singer and cabaret
star Michael Feinstein, renowned for his Gershwin interpretations,
performs popular American songs; while Emmy Award winner Art
Linkletter offers insight into his experiences as host of two of the
longest-running shows in television history.
* Decorated Olympians
Timed to coincide with the 2006 Winter Olympic Games in February,
Olympians including gold medal figure skater Dorothy Hamill; the most
decorated American gymnast in history, Shannon Miller; and distance
swimmer Janet Evans, recipient of four individual Olympic golds and
one silver; share their insights on the revered Games and the
importance of dedication and perseverance.
* Cuisine& Wine
Culinary wizards including world-renowned Master Chef André Soltner;
and, Anton Mosimann, master chef and owner of London's Chateau
Mosimann-Private Dining Club; lead cooking demonstrations and feature
special menus in the ship's dining room.
Award-winning wine journalist and San Francisco Chronicle columnist
Leslie Sbrocco; Master of Wine and award-winning TV host Jancis
Robinson; and, Stephen Mack, wine director at Hong Kong's Asian Wine
Service and Education Center; provide insight on savoring and pairing
the world's top vintages.
* Diplomats & Ambassadors
World affairs both past and present are addressed by experts including
Ambassador Hank Cohen, whose 38 years in the US Foreign Service
included five assignments in sub-Saharan Africa; Ambassador Marc
Ginsberg, the first US Ambassador of Jewish heritage appointed to a
Middle East nation; retired US Air Force Major General Perry Smith, a
CNN and NBC military analyst during the Persian Gulf and Iraq wars;
and Tex Harris, two-time president of the American Foreign Service
Association, the professional organization of American diplomats.
General Nick Halley, a recognized expert on leadership, terrorism and
change management and former commander of troops in Vietnam, Greneda
and Desert Storm; and Nigel West, renowned author and military
historian specializing in intelligence and counterintelligence,
provide insight on the security issues facing the world today.
* Film Enrichment
Behind-the-scenes insight into motion pictures and television is
showcased with presentations from filmmaker Rick McKay whose Emmy
Award-winning projects stretch from PBS, HBO and A&E to the big screen
with his critically acclaimed "Broadway: The Golden Age;" Nando
Parrado shares his unforgettable 74-day saga of human endurance high
in the Andes Mountains from the book and movie Alive; former President
and CEO of the Museum of Television and Radio Stuart Brotman explores
the phenomenon of television on American life; and multi-award winning
producer, director and choreographer Kevin Carlisle tells tales of his
experiences working with Bob Hope, Julie Andrews, Doris Day, George
Burns and Bill Cosby, among many others.
Dozens of other celebrated authors, Hollywood historians,
inspirational speakers, fitness gurus and more are scheduled to join
the cruise - including cultural experts from The Smithsonian
Associates and art historians from the world-renowned Sotheby's
Institute.
Available in seven segments and featuring 41 port calls in 25
countries, seven complimentary shoreside excursions, and a variety of
overland adventures including 11 different safaris, Crystal Serenity's
World Cruise programming is equally as impressive as its destinations.
Days at sea are filled with additional enrichment opportunities
including: the line's innovative Creative Learning Institute,
featuring complimentary progressive courses in language by Berlitz and
piano by Yamaha; the pioneering Computer University@Sea® offering 30
different complimentary courses; PGA golf pros providing instruction
using TaylorMade equipment; fitness instruction from experts on yoga,
Pilates and Tai Chi; and much, much more.
World Value Fares for the full 2006 World Cruise begin at $42,790 per
person, double occupancy. World Cruise segments, ranging from 11 to 19
days, are also available with fares starting at $4,660 per person,
double occupancy.
Crystal is scheduling its 12th annual World Cruise beginning in
January 2007. The luxury line will announce details later in the
month.
The Crystal Difference
Aboard the luxurious Crystal Serenity refined elegance meets casual
simplicity. With an emphasis on innovative product differentiation,
the renowned Crystal experience is distinguished by classic service,
abundant space, extensive choices, and quality, providing worldwide
vacations that bridge the best of land and sea.
The 1,080-guest, 68,000-ton Crystal Serenity is among the most
spacious and luxurious vessels cruising in the luxury market. Its
unique size allows for smooth sailing and a wide range of innovative
facilities, generous amenities and elegant accommodations.
Crystal Cruises continues to receive the travel industry's most
distinguished hospitality awards and guidebook ratings, including the
"World's Best Large-Ship Cruise Line" award in the most recent
readers' surveys conducted by Condé Nast Traveler and Travel + Leisure
magazines. In 2005, Crystal became the only cruise line and only hotel
(floating or otherwise) to win Travel +Leisure's "World's Best" award
in its category for ten consecutive years.
For additional information, please contact a travel agent.