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Crystal Cruises Announces Stateroom Upgrade Offer on Southeast Asia
Cruise Visiting Three World Heritage Sites and a World Monument

14-day Crystal Harmony Voyage Offers In-Depth Exploration Of Thailand
& Vietnam


LOS ANGELES, Feb. 12
From riding an elephant through Thailand's World Heritage Site at
Ayuthaya to witnessing a sunrise over the majestic temples of
Cambodia's Angkor, the jeweled palaces, exquisite buddhas,
cosmopolitan cities and mist-shrouded villages of Thailand, Vietnam
and China are explored with incredible savings on an extraordinary
14-day journey from Singapore to Hong Kong aboard Crystal Harmony,
departing April 9th.
Adding tremendous value to this already-alluring itinerary, Crystal is
announcing an opportunity for guests to enjoy a complimentary one- or
two-category stateroom upgrade and save up to $1,200 per person. The
two-category upgrade is for non-verandah staterooms, while the
one-category upgrade is for verandah staterooms. Cruise fares for the
14-day luxury cruise begin at $3,995 per person, double occupancy.

With a two-night stay in Ho Chi Minh City, overnights in Bangkok and
Hong Kong, and extended port calls in Da Nang and Ha Long Bay, guests
will have ample time to explore three World Heritage Sites --
including Da Nang's open-air Cham Museum housing artifacts from the
architectural treasure My Son; the blue waters of Ha Long Bay's Tonkin
Gulf, named a natural World Heritage Site in 1994; and historic
Ayuthaya, founded in 1350 and serving as the kingdom's capital until
1767 when it was conquered and destroyed by the Burmese -- as well as
the threatened temples of Angkor including the stunning Angkor Wat --
the largest temple in the world, Ta Phrom, Ta Keo, Thommanon, and the
Preah Khan Temple, site of the World Monuments Fund's major Asian
project.

"Our Asia Odyssey is a fascinating itinerary offered at tremendous
savings, combining the mystery and intrigue of ancient cultures with
the contemporary comfort and luxurious style found aboard Crystal
Harmony," says John Stoll, Crystal's director of land programs. "The
extended time in each port of call allows for once-in-a-lifetime
experiences to historical sites and monuments all while in the
attentive care of our award-winning staff and crew."

2004 marks Crystal's thirteenth season cruising in Asia, and the
line's team of destination experts has assembled an impressive
collection of Crystal Adventures -- shore excursions and overnight
land tours -- revealing the continent's immense cultural, geographical
and architectural beauty:

* Visit Bangkok's dazzling Grand Palace to see the Emerald
Buddha at Wat
Phra Keo, revered as Thailand's principal image of Buddha.

* Discover one of Asia's most spectacular private art
collections at
Ayuthaya's Prasart Museum, just outside of Bangkok.

* Embark on an adventure aboard a rustic cyclo -- or pedal cab
-- and
discover the elegant colonial architecture of Ho Chi Minh
City, known
universally and affectionately by residents as Saigon.

* Enjoy a custom-crafted excursion providing a palatable
introduction to
the art of Vietnamese cooking, hosted by an executive sous
chef and
introducing a range of exotic fruits and vegetables native to
the
region.

* Journey along the Mekong River to My Tho, an area renowned for
its
coconut palms and prosperous fruit orchards, and enjoy a
traditional
elephant fish lunch.

* Explore Hanoi's Temple of Literature, a serene retreat built
in 1070
and dedicated to Confucius, which later became Vietnam's first
university.

* Cross a footbridge to a tiny island located in the middle of
Hanoi's
central lake to find the Ngoc Son Pagoda.


The line's Crystal Adventures are carefully customized to complement
the onboard experience with enriching shoreside excursions offering
both high adventure (physically demanding) and softer adventure,
appealing to the varied desires of its guests. Crystal now offers
guests the ability to pre-register for their shore tours, allowing
extra time to research so that travelers can maximize their
experiences in each destination.

Enrichment ashore continues with Crystal's optional Extended Land
Programs, allowing for deeper immersion into these fascinating
cultures. From Singapore, guests enjoy a five-night tour of Thailand's
interior, and from Hong Kong travelers can explore the Faces of China
on a five-night tour to visit Xi'an and the world-famous Terra Cotta
Warriors. The line's pre- and post-cruise hotel program provides
guests with the option of extending their vacation at Singapore's
Ritz-Carlton, Millenia or Hong Kong's Inter-Continental.

At 50,000-tons and carrying only 940 guests, the award-winning Crystal
Harmony is one of the most spacious and luxurious vessels cruising the
world. Its unique size in the luxury market allows for smooth sailing
and a wide range of innovative facilities, generous amenities and
elegant accommodations. The Six-Star rated floating resort is home to
grand lounges, a lavish spa outfitted in accordance with the
principles of Feng Shui, extensive exercise facilities, complimentary
golf, yoga and Pilates instruction, the only Caesars Palace at Sea
Casino afloat, and the innovative Creative Learning Institute offering
progressive curriculums in the arts, finance, wellness, lifestyle and
food and wine. The ship features expansive decks, two pools, gourmet
dining, including Japanese and Italian specialty restaurants, and
exquisitely appointed staterooms, more than half of which offer
private verandahs.

Crystal Cruises is booked exclusively through professional travel
agents. For a complimentary brochure on Asia or any other worldwide
destination, please call 800.820.6663. Visit the luxury line's website
at www.crystalcruises.com .