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MYTH and MONUMENTS CRUISE #6212 ATHENS to VENICE
aboard the Crystal Symphony; 7 days: May 18,2006 to May 25,2006 |
Features of all Crystal Cruises
- New: Complimentary bottled water, soft drinks and specialty coffees
(All non-alcoholic beverages are unlimited and free of charge.)
- New: Late-Risers Breakfast: 10 am at the Trident Grill Feng Shui-designed
- Crystal Spa Frette Linens Bathrobes in every stateroom
- In-stateroom Internet access,Butler service in all Penthouses.
- Up to seven distinct dining venues, including specialty Italian and Asian restaurants
- Kosher-Style Dining on All Ships,Low Carb Meals on Every Menu
- Light and Healthy Menu Items: Low Fat, Low Sodium & Low Cholesterol Selections
- Lavish Broadway-style production shows
- University at Sea Enrichment Opportunities
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| OVERVIEW |
The 50,000-ton, 940-guest Crystal Symphony is one of the most spacious and luxurious cruise ships at sea.
Onboard amenities include grand lounges, a full-service fitness facility, a Caesars Palace at Sea® casino, a lavish spa, expansive decks, two pools, award-winning cuisine and entertainment, in addition to exquisitely-appointed staterooms, more than half of which offer private verandahs.
The Crystal cruising experience is one of the most enjoyable pleasures on earth. Crystal is a real favorite of experienced cruisers, winning awards year after year. The dining, service, entertainment, and itineraries are unparalleled. Never in the history of cruising have there been ships with so much to offer.
From the grand designs of the ships to the right vintage wine, a turned-down bed, or even a simple smile, singular attention is paid to every detail of your cruise
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| ITINERARY |
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Athens/Piraeus, Greece Cruise: 6212 Arrival Date: May 18;
Departure Time: 9 pm |
Piraeus is Greece's largest port and has been a gateway to the Mediterranean since 482 BC.
It lies on the innermost point of the Saronic Gulf and is a short drive from Athens, the cradle of Western democracy and culture.
Throughout the ages, Athens' lofty Acropolis has been a source of inspiration.
The ancient ruins scattered throughout this legendary city are reminders of Greece's great cultural heritage.
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Mykonos, Greece; Cruise: 6212;Arrival Date: May 19
Arrival Time: 8 am,
Departure Time: 5 pm
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Mykonos, a former 18th-century pirates' bastion, is now a sophisticated and cosmopolitan island resort.
This quintessential Greek island offers a maze of winding streets, graceful windmills, inviting beaches,
domed churches and whitewashed houses accented in blue.
Dotting the waterfront are cafés, taverns and tempting shops.
Guests may spend the day exploring the island independently.
Feel free to investigate its fine boutiques and pleasant, labyrinthine streets. For helpful hints or suggestions on things to do while you are ashore, please contact the onboard Shore Excursions staff.
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Kusadasi, Turkey;Cruise: 6212
Arrival Date: May 20;Arrival Time: 8 am,
Departure Time: 10 pm
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A lovely seaside resort on Turkey's Aegean coast, Kusadasi [koo-SHAH-duh-see] is renowned for its inviting sparkling waters, broad sandy beaches and large marina.
The shops in town are filled with designer clothing, carpets, jewelry and leather goods
South, along the Aegean coast, the ancient Greco-Roman cities of Priene, Miletus and Didyma furnish impressions of the sophisticated civilizations that once thrived here.
Kusadasi is perhaps best known as the gateway to the archaeological site of Ephesus, one of the world's greatest archaic finds.
Excavations continue in the 4,000-year-old city and it is believed that more than half of it still remains buried in the hillside. Its marble streets are lined with architectural masterpieces. The city played a significant role in the life of the Apostle Paul, who wrote an epistle to its people.
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Rhodes/Lindos, Greece
Cruise: 6212 Arrival Date: May 21 Arrival Time: 9 am
Departure Time: 6 pm
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Best known of the Dodecanese islands, Rhodes is rich with natural beauty, architectural variety and colorful history.
The city of Rhodes is architecturally one of the most varied in Europe.
Hellenistic, Byzantine, Medieval and Turkish architectural styles freely intermingle.
Sunshine and dry air combine to cast such a magnificent light over the island that the ancients dedicated Rhodes to Apollo, the God of Light.
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Santorini/Thíra, Greece
Cruise: 6212 Arrival Date: May 22 Arrival Time: 8 am
Departure Time: 5 pm
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Of all the Cyclades Islands, Santorini is often considered the most dramatic. Once an active volcano,
it was known as Stongyle, or the Round Island. In about 1500 BC, the volcano erupted with such force that the center of the island literally exploded, leaving the haunting submerged crater into which Crystal Serenity sails. The island's small villages were preserved in the ashes and recent excavations have uncovered a fascinating view of everyday life from 3,500 years ago.
Santorini's dark landscape offsets its simple,
yet refined Cycladic buildings, which glimmer in the sunlight.
The rich volcanic soil is ideal for grapes and the local vines produce a cherished crop known for its "special volcanic taste."
Thíra, or Fira Town, is laid out along the edge of a cliff that partially forms the rim of the now extinct caldera. A picturesque site, it exudes charm and an atmosphere of leisure that can be attributed to the easy-going Greek lifestyle.
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| Venice, Italy
Cruise: 6212 Arrival Date: May 24 Arrival Time: 3 pm
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Venice rests three miles off the coast of mainland Italy and is considered one of the world's most enchanting cities. Known as the "Queen of the Adriatic," it actually comprises more than 100 separate islands.
Laced together by a string of 400 intricate bridges, Venice is legendary for its labyrinthine network of canals.
A whimsical stroll through the city can lead one to a hidden world of ornately decorated piazzas and shops. As you explore colorful marketplaces and busy town squares, marvel at a priceless legacy of Baroque architecture. Admire the richness of St. Mark's Basilica and the lavishness of the Palazzo Ducale. Getting lost in Venice can be a truly delightful experience. The place of dreams, this romantic city will live long in your memory.
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