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Crystal Cruises' 2006 Theme Cruises Bridge Best of Land and Sea

From History and Nature to Fitness and Cuisine, 34 Cruises Feature
Dedicated Enrichment Programming

LOS ANGELES, Nov. 18
Luxury specialist Crystal Cruises will showcase 10 different theme
cruise topics on more than half of its worldwide itineraries next
year. Naturalists from The Smithsonian Associates, experts from
Sotheby's Institute, PGA golf pros, celebrated chefs, jazz artists,
fitness gurus and more, will present lectures on board with many
hosting excursions ashore. Focusing on destination enrichment, or
taking advantage of days at sea, the line's rich collection of themed
voyages is designed to reveal the archaeological, natural, cultural,
or culinary wonders of the world.

From Crystal's renowned Wine & Food Festival to Golf-themed cruises,
34 of the award-winning cruise line's 63 global itineraries feature
dedicated theme programming. Crystal Symphony and Crystal Serenity
host an impressive roster of themed voyages that also includes its
Distinguished Speaker Series; Film & Theater Festival; a Health &
Fitness series; Golf cruises; a Jazz journey; and the annual
President's Cruise hosted by company President Gregg Michel.

"Today's sophisticated traveler is looking to collect more than
postcard memories of a destination. They want greater immersion and
authentic experiences of their travels," says Kristin Turner, the
line's manager of enrichment programming. "By partnering professionals
on a variety of contemporary interests with destinations relevant to
their expertise, our savvy clientele is rewarded with deeper
perspectives and insights into the world's most intriguing regions."

For example, popular and respected naturalist Patricia Hostiuck will
host a Smithsonian Associates cruise aboard Crystal Symphony, a 14-day
exploration from Buenos Aires to Valparaiso rounding Cape Horn, March
16-30, 2006. Hostiuck's work has taken her nearly 'pole-to-pole' with
an emphasis on Patagonia, Tierra del Fuego, the Falklands, South
Georgia and Antarctica. Well-versed on polar ecosystems, she will
share her expertise during seminars on board, followed by personally
hosted excursions ashore.

Careful consideration is given to the development and timing of each
theme cruise and its destinations. Highlights of the 2006 program
include:

* Destination-specific lectures from the cultural and
educational arm of
the Smithsonian Institution are featured on eight itineraries
dedicated to The Smithsonian Associates, showcasing the Panama
Canal,
the Amazon, South America and Antarctica, and New England.

* Experts from the world-renowned Sotheby's Institute continue
the
cultural enrichment by illuminating the secrets of art history
on
three voyages to the Amazon, the Mediterranean, and the
Mexican
Riviera.

* The easy-going rhythms of the Caribbean and Panama Canal
provide a
soothing backdrop for two Health & Fitness cruises with
specialized
instruction in yoga, as well as tai chi provided by the
founders of
the Tai Chi Cultural Center in Los Angeles, California. The
line's
state-of-the-art spa facilities (including a Pilates
Reformer), wide
jogging and walking decks, and healthful menus, including
low-carb and
low-fat selections add to the allure of a rejuvenating
journey.

* Golf enthusiasts will appreciate the attention from PGA pros
and golf
celebrities aboard two Golf cruises, affording exclusive
opportunities
to tee-off at some of the world's legendary courses in the
British
Isles and Western Europe.

* Crystal's theme cruise programming takes advantage of extended
days at
sea with Big Band and Jazz cruises featuring marquee names and
hot new
talent on Trans-Atlantic crossings; and two Film Festival
cruises
spotlight lectures and film authorities saluting American
films.

* The line's Distinguished Speaker Series is showcased on two
Mediterranean voyages with informative lectures from some of
the
world's most noted personalities, including former Carter
White House
Chief of Staff Hamilton Jordan.

* Crystal's annual President's Cruise aboard Crystal Serenity
travels
the British Isles round-trip from London on August 30, with
company
President Gregg Michel.

* The cornerstone of Crystal's theme programming -- the highly
regarded
Crystal Wine & Food Festival -- will celebrate its tenth year
on 12
different sailings in 2006. Some of the most established
names in
cuisine and wine share the spotlight with the cutting-edge
stars of
the culinary world, providing guests with an experience that
is both
enriching to the mind and pleasing to the palate.

Crystal's theme cruises are a vital component of the Crystal Visions®
Enrichment Program of renowned speakers and celebrity guest lecturers
offered on every Crystal cruise.

About Crystal Cruises

Crystal Cruises' ultra-luxurious Crystal Symphony and Crystal Serenity
sail throughout the world. The line enjoys a reputation for
excellence, grounded in a decade of prestigious accolades including
its recent record- setting 10th consecutive win as World's Best Large
Ship Cruise Line in both the Conde Nast Traveler and Travel + Leisure
magazines' readers' choice awards -- the only cruise line, resort or
hotel to have achieved such distinction.

For additional information, contact a travel agent.


CRYSTAL CRUISES

2006 Theme Cruise Roster
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Big Band (1) Apr 29 Crystal Symphony Trans-Atlantic

Crystal Wine & Food
Festival (12) Jan 18 Crystal Serenity South America
Jan 27 Crystal Symphony Panama Canal
Mar 4 Crystal Serenity Australia/Africa
Apr 9 Crystal Serenity Middle East
May 5 Crystal Serenity Western Europe
May 25 Crystal Symphony Mediterranean
Jun 4 Crystal Serenity Baltic Sea/Russia
Jun 30 Crystal Symphony Mediterranean
Oct 20 Crystal Symphony New
England/Canada
Oct 24 Crystal Serenity Mediterranean
Nov 12 Crystal Symphony Panama Canal
Dec 6 Crystal Symphony Panama Canal

Distinguished
Speaker Series (2) May 8 Crystal Symphony Mediterranean
Jun 6 Crystal Symphony Mediterranean

Film & Theater
Festival (2) Feb 15 Crystal Serenity Australia/New
Zealand
Aug 31 Crystal Symphony Trans-Atlantic

Golf (2) May 25 Crystal Serenity British Isles
Aug 19 Crystal Symphony Western Europe

Health &
Fitness (2) Feb 7 Crystal Symphony Panama Canal
Dec 5 Crystal Serenity Caribbean

Jazz (1) Nov 15 Crystal Serenity Trans-Atlantic

President's
Cruise (1) Aug 30 Crystal Serenity British Isles

The Smithsonian
Associates (8) Jan 5 Crystal Symphony Panama Canal
Jan 16 Crystal Symphony Panama Canal
Jan 18 Crystal Serenity South America
Feb 18 Crystal Symphony Amazon
Mar 16 Crystal Symphony South
America/Cape Horn
Mar 30 Crystal Symphony South
America/Cape Horn
Sep 28 Crystal Symphony New
England/Canada
Nov 24 Crystal Symphony Panama Canal

Sotheby's
Institute (3) Mar 1 Crystal Symphony Amazon
Jan 18 Crystal Serenity South America
Sep 21 Crystal Serenity Mediterranean