Port Everglades rolled out the crimson carpet Saturday, Nov. 9, as Crystal Serenity made its official debut in Fort Lauderdale. Metropolis and tourism officers, together with Crystal executives and Serenity senior workers, participated in a welcoming ceremony within the ship’s Palm Courtroom.
The ship shall be cruising to the Caribbean in December earlier than departing on her world voyage in January, returning to Fort Lauderdale in November 2025.
The occasion additionally served as a homecoming of types for Pam and I, who cruised on Serenity virtually one yr in the past. As we toured the ship, work was beneath means for a number of new additions. Again by well-liked demand is the on line casino. Crystal has partnered with On line casino de Monte-Carlo to supply the one On line casino de Monte-Carlo at sea.
Visitors will even have a brand new restaurant to sit up for — Beefbar. Since its 2005 debut in Monte-Carlo, it has places worldwide, together with New York. Serenity and its sister ship, Symphony, will host the one Beefbar at sea. Each ships already host the one Nobu at sea.
Jacqueline Barney, Crystal’s senior vp, international advertising, talked concerning the new deliberate land experiences coming, drawing on the experience of their dad or mum firm, A&Okay Journey Group.
Earlier this month, Crystal introduced they finalized an order with Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri for a 3rd ocean ship along with the 2 already scheduled. The brand new ships will host 690 passengers and weigh in at 61,800 gross tons.
The press launch famous, “A standout characteristic shall be a promenade extending by the entire ships’ perimeter, just like these beloved by company on Crystal Symphony and Crystal Serenity, for leisurely strolls with beautiful ocean views.” A&Okay Journey Group acquired Crystal in 2022, which marked a brand new starting for the cruise line.
PHOTOS: (By Gerry Barker)
- Crystal Serenity welcomed to Fort Lauderdale
- Crystal Serenity at sea (cowl picture)
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