Crystal Cruises is celebrating its return to cruising from New York City, as the Crystal Symphony set sail on its Luxury Bermuda Escapes itinerary. The voyage is the first in a series of nine seven-night round-trip cruises sailing from New York's Manhattan Cruise Terminal every Friday through November 19, 2021. This series follows Crystal Symphony's Luxury Bermuda Escapes series departing from Boston in late August and early September.
“We are thrilled to once again sail from New York’s Manhattan Cruise Terminal, offering our guests the opportunity to experience Crystal’s unparalleled luxury, Michelin-starred cuisine, and genuine personalized service on voyages close to home,” said Jack Anderson, President of Crystal. “Travelers can enjoy Bermuda’s stunning pink-sand beaches and abundant outdoor activities with the peace of mind that comes from knowing their health and safety is our number one priority and that our comprehensive Crystal Clean+ measures and vaccination requirement ensure a safe and enjoyable journey.”
The Crystal Symphony will set sail with all guests and crew fully vaccinated and following all local health guidelines and protocols when visiting Bermuda. Crystal has implemented new Crystal Clean+ protocols that address the unique challenges of COVID-19 with measures that are continuously reviewed based on scientific data and evolving recommendations from local and global authorities.
The Crystal Symphony, with one of the highest space-to-guest ratios in the industry and nearly twice the space per guest of similarly sized ships, is sailing at reduced capacity to offer guests even more social space. The line has also just announced that it will extend its current vaccination requirement for guests and crew until 2022.
“As the operator of the Manhattan and Brooklyn cruise terminals, NYCEDC has worked closely with federal, state, and local health officials, as well as our terminal operator, Ports of America, and the cruise lines to ensure that all health and safety protocols are followed. The health of operations staff, crew, and passengers remains our top priority,” said New York City Economic Development Corporation President and CEO Rachel Loeb. “At the same time, we are thrilled to welcome cruise lines back to NYC’s cruise terminals as a sign of the city’s recovery. The cruise industry helps generate millions of dollars in tourism revenue throughout the city, boosting Broadway, restaurants, museums, and other special events, which translates into jobs for New Yorkers.”
The crystal-clear waters of Bermuda offer endless adventures, including reefs and shipwrecks for snorkeling and diving, sport fishing, sailing, kayaking, and much more. In Bermuda, the Crystal Symphony will dock at the Royal Naval Dockyard, a British stronghold for over 150 years, now home to historic architecture, shops, galleries, restaurants, and more. Whether exploring the cobblestone streets of Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, cycling the scenic Bermuda Railway Trail, or enjoying the pink sand beaches of Bermuda's south coast, guests will discover countless wonders and breathtaking natural beauty.
