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    White Night

    in Crystal

    Posted

    19 minutes ago, Keith1010 said:

    White Night (now called White Party) is on your cruise.  I have verified that for you.

     

    On a related note, it is on every cruise so no need for anyone to check with OBGS.

     

    Keith

    Thanks Keith.

    White Night

    in Crystal

    Posted

    We will be on the Sept 25th NYC to Quebec cruise. I emailed Onboard guest services to inquire-No White Night is planned for our cruise. Wish this information is readily available to its passengers.

    It’s A Crystal Family Affair – Return To Crystal & Crystal Serenity

    in Crystal

    Posted

    5 minutes ago, Keith1010 said:

    On our flight back home.

     

    Internet reminds me of old Crystal when it took ages to load on certain voyages.

     

    LHR was very crowded. Reminded us of JFK when we flew to and from Iceland in 2021.

     

    And we had to take a bus to the flight and walk up the stairs. We've done this a few times at either LHR or Gatwick and in South Africa and I would do this in private planes when I worked but this one was unexpected. Think of it. You have a bad ankle and Anne Marie has an issue too and we each have a carry on and a back pack. And there was no butler to assist us and we were like sardines in the but to the aircraft.

     

    You know what.  Life is short.  It could be worse and this leads me to my view.

     

    Can I find some faults with our first two cruises? Yes.  Can I find fault at home? Yes. Can I find fault with almost everything?  Yes.

     

    But in the end of the day who cares.

     

    For those of you who have traveled the world you should know that 95%+ of the world will never cruise on a luxury line and have issues much more monumental than ours. Yes, I know this is cruise critic so we just criticize.

     

    Well speaking for myself that is not in my vocabulary.You say why?  My parents were part of the greatest generation and my nana who lived with us was born before then. They all had a right to  . They didn't have much, lived through the depression, supported WWII (my father enlisted before the war) and yet they never complained.

     

    So for me I remind myself of what things could be and how good we have it. If you think that is cheerleading that is your problem.

     

    And for those of you who thought the majority of the crew would not come back, and Crystal would be very different from what it was and feel the need to continually complain you got it wrong.  I am ecstatic that Crystal returned. It was never perfect but what is? I just focus on what is good and as I mentioned when I kicked off this thread I have no patience for those who complain. Why?  Because if you can cruise on a luxury line you are truly blessed.

     

    Can't wait for our next Crystal cruise and bags are packed, ready to go, can't wait.

     

    Cheers,

     

    Keith

    Thank you for sharing your informative and enlightening posts, Keith. You have a wonderfully positive attitude. Agreed whole-heartedly that the members of this group are all very blessed. Hope our paths cross one of these days _ if nothing else, for a game of paddle tennis or pickle ball! Enjoy life at home!

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    Announcement About Three Of The Cruise Directors + Crystal Brand Ambassador

    in Crystal

    Posted

    1 hour ago, Keith1010 said:

    Jeany you are welcome.

     

    On another board someone from here once mentioned that a crew member was returning to Crystal. That crew member who was supposed to get promoted on the line they were working (they would still have come to Crystal at the end of their contract) lost the promotion because the other cruise line read the board and saw the name.  This is why it's important that unless the person publicly says they are returning I am careful what to confirm or not confirm.

     

    Best,

    Keith

    Makes sense.

    Announcement About Three Of The Cruise Directors + Crystal Brand Ambassador

    in Crystal

    Posted

    2 minutes ago, Keith1010 said:

    When you say rest you mean just one as the other three were announced. It won't be too much longer till the fourth CD is announced including who that person is.

     

    Keith

    Yes, Keith, Just wondering. BTW, thank you for taking time out to answer our questions and to share your wonderful experience on the ship. You live life passionately: it is palpable. Continue and enjoy!

    ~Jeany

    Photos from Crystal Serenity’s cruise out of Venice for Media and TAs

    in Crystal

    Posted

    13 minutes ago, Stickman1990 said:


    That's something I’d ask my TA to organise - if the bookings are via multiple travel agencies just give yours the booking references and ask them to organise it 

     

    13 minutes ago, Stickman1990 said:


    That's something I’d ask my TA to organise - if the bookings are via multiple travel agencies just give yours the booking references and ask them to organise it 

    Thanks. Same TA but she’s off Friday and Sat. Reservation opens Sat. Just didn't know if Crystal would let me book for the other two also. 

    It’s A Crystal Family Affair – Return To Crystal & Crystal Serenity

    in Crystal

    Posted

    3 hours ago, Keith1010 said:

    LeeAnne, thank you. It's all good.  The good news is the vast majority of those who follow do not feel that way and many have become lurkers. Only a few make those comments but I feel I needed to just give my perspectives which I've had way before cruising.

     

    It's funny at home I lead a large organization of volunteers for our community. At the first meeting I provided some background. I said that when I hear about a problem and others just keep talking about the problem I turn them out because my mind is figuring out the solution.  And that also relates in my mind to positivity because I am trying to figure out how we resolve the problem and then take positive steps to get it corrected.

     

    Those of us who can cruise are very fortunate no matter what line we sail because the vast majority of the population in this world won't cruise.  And when we are so fortunate to sail a luxury line and have the money and the health to do it I just want to enjoy the experience as much as possible. There will come a day when this is no longer possible for each of us due to health and then what comes after that.

     

    I will share a few more tidbits tomorrow or Tuesday and then we will focus on the pre-cruise and the cruise.  

     

    Many thanks,

    Keith 

    Keith: We are late boomers to cruising. Sailed once on Crystal, loved it, then no more Crystal. Did others, enjoyed them all. Then found out Crystal will be back under new ownership. Ecstatic!! Booked two Crystal voyages since. Learned so much from you and many others here. Thank you!!  Your enthusiasm and positivity influenced us greatly.  We look forward to your opinions and photos _ counting the days and can't wait!  Bon Voyage!

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    WHO IS SAILNG ON ONE OR MORE OF THE 2023/2024 CRYSTAL VOYAGES

    in Crystal

    Posted

    6 hours ago, robrho said:

    I reserved Crystal Serenity/MIA cruise with waitlist for cabin I wanted, and was assigned an upgraded cabin, no additional charge a few days layer.  They also gave me a 5% discount for prior sailing on old Crystal.

    Thank you for sharing that info. Did you get a TA to book you on the waitlist or did you do it directly? 

    - Jeany

    WHO IS SAILNG ON ONE OR MORE OF THE 2023/2024 CRYSTAL VOYAGES

    in Crystal

    Posted

    2 hours ago, Keith1010 said:

    Jeany that makes sense.  When you say five is that five rooms?

     

    Keith

    Keith:: 3 cabins with one being a single. I wonder if Crystal would add more sailings or its 2024 published sailings.Do you know? Also, I hope the departure of the long-time former President will not adversely affect the direction of the new Crystal. 

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