A chance to whisk, poach and dice side-by-side with culinary artists! Jean-Pierre Vigato, a 2-star Michelin chef/owner of Apicius in Paris, inspires Paul Gauguin's cuisine. On all ships, a complimentary bar is in each stateroom and complimentary superior wine is poured with dinner (soft drinks, juices and bottled water are also included).

Entertainment:

On larger vessels, Peter Grey Terhune produces dazzling showroom productions and cabaret performers such as singers, musicians, and comics also entertain. Paul Gauguin has less glittering entertainment simply because of her size and presents Gaugines, Polynesian singers, dancers and storytellers who form an integral part of flawlessly proficient staff.

Land Programs:

Guests may purchase a hotel stay or land program for one or more nights to extend their stay in port of embarkation or debarkation.

Radisson's Fleet: Radisson Diamond, Seven Seas Mariner, Seven Seas Navigator, Seven Sea Voyager, M/S Paul Gauguin.

All Radisson Seven Seas ships share certain distinctions, yet each has a unique personality. All vessels offer beautifully appointed, uncommonly spacious outside staterooms, suites and penthouse suites virtually all with balcony (Seven Seas Mariner and Voyager are all suite/all balcony ships). For those desiring ultra plus in personal attention and luxury, private butlers - many of whom are alumni of finest private homes and deluxe hotels - are at your behest on Navigator, Mariner and Voyager. Gratuities are not required on any Radisson Seven Seas vessel.

About the author: William Lezubski (Accredited Cruise Counsellor (ACC), and Certified Travel Counsellor(CTC) -William is the owner and author of “Discount Caribbean Vacations Web Site” available at www.discount-caribbean-vacations.com A great source for Discounted Caribbean Cruises!

Afternoon tea presents a selection of savories and sweets served in sunlit charm of Palm Court, for lovers of fresh scones, clotted cream and finger sandwiches. An English Colonial Tea offers a British tradition and for a special treat, join Mozart Tea, a visit to 18th century Vienna where you're greeted by staff in velvets and brocades offering finest cakes and most delicious pastries that Austria has ever created.

Crystal Society:

Once guests complete their first Crystal cruise, they'll be automatically enrolled in Crystal Society. Guests will be entitled to special savings, events and amenities every time they sail with Crystal Cruises. With every cruise guests take, rewards become more impressive (stateroom upgrades, credit toward air travel, on board spending credits and much more).

Crystal Visions® Enrichment Program:

Popular Crystal Visions® Enrichment Program is offered on every cruise and, depending on sailing, features a range of noted destination, cultural, historical and artistic speakers. In addition, all guests can expand horizons with Crystal Cruises Creative Learning Institute®, an innovative series of interactive classes created to enhance guests' quality of life in areas of Arts & Entertainment, Business & Technology (including our popular Computer University@Sea), Lifestyle, Wellness and Wine & Food. ACBL experts offer instruction in most levels of Bridge, professional ballroom dancers share their tips on improving dance steps and on most sailings a qualified PGA pro leads a series of golf classes.

Computer University@Sea Program:

Popular Computer University@Sea® program is offered on all cruises. CU@Sea provides e-mail services, Internet access, group and individual instruction on use of a PC and extensive complimentary enrichment course offerings. Each ship has at least 25 state-of-the-art PC workstations. Complimentary lectures or classes are offered on each cruise. Details of these are listed in daily newsletter Reflections. There is a nominal set-up fee when guests begin to use any CU@Sea services involving off-ship communication.

Extended Land Programs:

Either at beginning or at end of each cruise, guests can take two to six-night trips to some of most remarkable cities and inland destinations. Local travel experts who deliver highest level of service have created these programs.

Hotel Programs:

Many of Crystal's selected hotels are recognized by noted publications such as Condé Nast Traveler and Travel + Leisure as some of finest hotels in world.

Crystal "Classic" Hotel Program Includes:

Luxurious Hotel Accommodation, Meet & Assist arrangements at airport, Group transfer by motor coach between airport and hotel, or hotel and airport, Specially designed sightseeing transfer by motor coach between hotel and ship or, vice versa, Hotel tax and porterage, Hospitality Desk offering local advice and optional sightseeing opportunities.

Crystal "Classic-Plus" Hotel Program Include:

Upgraded Hotel Accommodation, Breakfast daily, Personal Meet & Assist arrangements at, airport, Private car transfer between airport and hotel, or hotel and airport, Specially designed sightseeing transfer by motor coach between hotel and ship or vice versa, Hotel tax and porterage, Hospitality Desk offering local advice and optional sightseeing opportunities.

Junior Activities Program:

Crystal Cruises' commitment to excellence and quality of experience does not end with grown-up cruisers. Kids have a variety of great activities to choose from on every Crystal cruise! Offered are children's playroom and babysitting services on all cruises. During holiday cruises and selected sailing's, additional children's activities are offered under supervision of experienced Junior Activities Directors. Junior Activities Programme is Three-Tiered: 3-7 year olds, 8-12 year olds, 13-17 year olds, Children under six months are not permitted on board without a signed waiver by parent(s).

Activities: age and number of children on board determine Activities. On those sailings with Junior Activities Directors, a detailed schedule of events is created at beginning of each cruise. Once on board, you'll receive Surf Runner, or Teen Scene, teenagers guide to special activities, our daily newsletter for kids with details for following day's schedule and other pertinent information.

Facilities: Fantasia, children's playroom, offers tables and chairs for arts and crafts, popular Sony PlayStation® game titles, a large screen television set and board games. Crystal Symphony and Crystal Serenity also feature a teenager's video arcade, Waves. The Library offers children's books and children's videos or DVDs for enjoyment in staterooms.

Crystal's Fleet: Crystal Harmony, Crystal Symphony, and Crystal Serenity.

During some point you might catch a certain sight or have a distinct feeling that causes you to suddenly realize - I am someplace special. It might be a sense of your own elegance as you enter Crystal Dining Room, or perhaps feeling of serenity that envelopes you as you sink slowly into Cleopatra Tub in The Crystal Spa. Or perchance it will be recognition that you are part of an exclusive group who travels world in style, searching for its very best experiences.

The adventure of grand theatres, quiet corners, sophisticated lounges, lavish shows, and delectable cuisine has earned Crystal Cruises "World's Best Large-Ship Cruise Line" award. Awards come from Condé Nast Traveler magazine and Travel + Leisure a record eight years in a row from 1996 and beyond (the only cruise line to be so honored). And no wonder! Gracious comforts and small pleasures come in large quantities, including smiles accompanying smallest gesture from staff imbued with finest traditions of European service.

About the author: William Lezubski (Accredited Cruise Counsellor (ACC), and Certified Travel Counsellor(CTC) - William is the owner and author of “Discount Caribbean Vacations Web Site” available at www.discount-caribbean-vacations.com A great source for Discounted Caribbean Cruises!