Crystal Serenity Awarded
‘World’s Best Large Luxury Cruise Ship’

LOS ANGELES, April 18, 2008 – The luxury cruise ship Crystal Serenity has once again been awarded ‘The World’s Best Large Luxury Ship’ by Fielding’s Guide to Luxury Cruises. The annual award saw the six-star Crystal Serenity receive the top honor for the fourth consecutive year.

The 1,080 passenger Crystal Serenity achieved the impressive result due to an unwavering focus on customer satisfaction. With an overall score of 94.7 it ranked higher than every other luxury cruise ship in the World, regardless of size, with the exception of the boutique German ship, MS Europa, which received the award in the medium sized category.

Crystal Serenity came out on top due to high scores for food and dining, crew and service, entertainment, facilities and activities, cabins, shore excursions as well as design and layout.

Author of the on-line guide at www.fieldings-luxury-cruises, Tim Fielding said, “The Serenity represents the cream of the crop for anyone looking for a large ship, luxury cruising experience. The Crystal difference shows in all areas of the ship but none more so than the loyal crew who ensure your vacation experience is unforgettable. The Serenity is simply without peer.”

On receiving the award, a delighted Crystal Cruises' president, Gregg L. Michel said, “In this increasingly competitive world of international travel, it is truly rewarding to be recognized for Crystal Cruises’ unwavering commitment to excellence. While our crew hails from more than 40 countries, they have a single-minded dedication to providing our guests with an unparalleled vacation experience”

Winners in the other size categories are:

Best Medium Ship: Hapag-Lloyd - Europa

Best Small Ship: SeaDream Yacht Club ‘SeaDream I & II’

The Crystal Difference

Aboard the ultra-luxurious Crystal Symphony and 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 superior quality, providing worldwide vacations that bridge the best of land and sea.

For additional information, please contact a travel agent or call 888-799-4625. Visit the luxury line's website at: crystalcruises.com

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