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Crystal Symphony – June 17, 2019 (San Francisco to Vancouver) – Part III (Food: For Those in Need & Onboard)

I thought I would combine my food (and culinary) experiences on my Crystal Symphony cruise.  To my mind juxtaposing the quest of those simply needing a nutritious meal against my rather critical discussion of the cuisine onboard the Crystal Symphony makes one (that would be me!) appreciate that sometimes culinary criticisms are really unimportant in

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Crystal Cruises – Have Patience and Don’t Forget What Crystal Is…Because It’s a Long Wait for Edie Rodriguez’s Vision

I am excited by Crystal Cruise’s announcement of new ships, a new yacht, a new charter aircraft experience and, possibly even, the river cruise addition BUT…hype is one thing, however remembering your roots and your current guests is critical to Crystal Cruises’ success. Crystal Symphony These are some of the facts: 1.  Its a Long

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Crystal Symphony – Patricia Riley’s Review: August 22-September 2, 2013 (Lisbon to Dover) – Part VII (Honfleur, Trouville-sur-Mer and Some Final Thoughts)

The last port before my Crystal Symphony cruise came to an end was an overnight call in the quaint town of Honfleur, with a population of 10,000 and  located where the Seine River meets the sea.I am always struck at the different perceptions people have on a port or a shore excursion.  My first impression

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Crystal Symphony – Patricia Riley’s Review: August 22-September 2, 2013 (Lisbon to Dover) – Part V- Things I Love About Crystal Cruises, Exceptional Service…and A Small Wish

Now that I am about half way through my cruise on the Crystal Symphony I thought I would list, in no particular order, some the things that I am really enjoying about my cruise and the ship:   1.  A Real Movie Theater.  The Hollywood Theatre has a full size screen, comfortable seats and offers both

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Crystal Symphony – Patricia Riley’s Review: August 22-September 2, 2013 (Lisbon to Dover) – Part IV – Bordeaux and St. Emillion

My cruise on the Crystal Symphony continues sailing up the Garrone River to Bordeaux, France where the ship docked at noon on Tuesday and would remain docked in the center of town overnight. In September 2012 Eric Goldring gave you a perspective on Bordeaux that focused primarily on wine.  My perspective, however, is on the

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