Crystal River Cruises has announced it will extend its vaccination requirement for all guests and crew through December 2022. The updated Crystal Clean+ health and safety protocols will continue to require all guests and crew to be fully vaccinated at least 14 days prior to their embarkation date. Guests will need to present documented proof of vaccination at check-in before boarding. The vaccination requirement allows guests the freedom to explore independently ashore and facilitates a seamless journey through multi-country itineraries.
“The health and safety of our guests and crew is paramount to everything we do at Crystal River Cruises, and as such, we will require full vaccination through 2022 so our guests can continue exploring the world with great comfort and safety,” said Walter Littlejohn, senior vice president and general manager of Crystal River Cruises. “After months of planning and preparation, we welcomed guests back on board in late August, and the response has been wonderful. Extending the vaccination requirement provides our guests with the health and safety information and reassurances they need to plan future voyages.”
Crystal continues to lead the way in its proactive response to COVID-19 with protocols based on the latest data and recommendations from health experts. The vaccine requirement enhances the company's comprehensive Crystal Clean+ measures, which include COVID-19 testing upon embarkation for both guests and crew, temperature checks upon arrival from land, a streamlined mask policy, social distancing guidelines, enhanced cleaning and disinfection measures, and much more.
Crystal River Cruises' all-suite riverboats are spacious and allow for ample social distancing, accommodating half the number of guests of similarly sized vessels and offering plenty of tables for two in their à la carte restaurants, where guests can dine when and with whom they choose. Furthermore, fresh air ventilation systems ensure that all guest suites and public areas have a constant flow of fresh air.
Crystal's Rhine-class riverboats accommodate only 106 guests and are Europe's first and only river cruise ships with suites, balconies, and butlers, with all accommodation categories located above the waterline. All suites feature panoramic Balcony-Windows™ and walk-in closets, and most categories include double vanities in the bathrooms.
The sister ship Crystal Mozart is the most spacious riverboat in Europe, twice as wide as any other and accommodating up to 120 passengers. Known as the “Queen of the Danube,” the Crystal Mozart offers an unparalleled number of social spaces, restaurants, and the largest spa on the rivers.
Crystal River Cruises distinguishes itself with unparalleled service, boasting twice the industry average crew-to-guest ratio, butler service in all stateroom categories, king-size beds, Caudalie amenities, bathrobes and slippers, wall-mounted flat-screen HD televisions, and 24-hour room service. Crystal River Cruises' unparalleled culinary experience features Michelin-starred cuisine across multiple restaurants: the elegant Waterside Restaurant, the namesake Bistro cafés, and the exclusive Vintage Room; as well as the Palm Court for entertainment, enrichment presentations, and sweeping views. Crystal's attention to detail extends ashore, as guests are transported on their daytime adventures in luxury coaches equipped with complimentary water and Wi-Fi for added comfort and convenience, and carrying 30% fewer guests than similarly sized coaches.
Every Crystal River voyage invites guests to explore destinations in the most meaningful way for them, with a collection of Crystal Destination Discoveries tailored to individual interests. Most are free, while others offer more extravagant experiences, focusing on the culinary, cultural, stimulating, and personal aspects of each place.
