Crystal Serenity Cruise Reviews

5.0 / 5.0
16 reviews
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Crystal Serenity in Reykjavik harbor.
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Crystal Serenity Solo Experience was excellent.
"I think everyone in the group had sailed Crystal before and a few, like me, were returning to sail solo for the first time.I actually felt so ostracized that I was going to leave the Supper Club, but one of my fellow solo guests joined me soon thereafter and talked me off the cliff...."Read More
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Nice to have Crystal back

Review for a Caribbean - All Cruise on Crystal Serenity

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Steve26460
First Time Cruiser • Age 70s

The ambience of the ship was excellent. Service, entertainment, activities during the day all outstanding. We upgraded to a suite which was well worth it. Our butler was first rate. Enjoyed the lectures, the photo classes, and the golf clinics. Food was fine in the Main dining room but the real stars were the Japanese restaurant and Taste for dinner. Not to be missed. No casino which was fine ...
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Response from SarahG, Crystal

Dear Steve26460, ​ Thank you for choosing to sail with Crystal! We are very pleased to read about all the extraordinary amenities, services, and activities you enjoyed onboard. At Crystal we...

Sail Date: January 2024


Solo on a Caribbean cruise onboard Crystal Serenity

Review for a Caribbean - Eastern Cruise on Crystal Serenity

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travelberlin
10+ Cruises • Age 60s

Once upon a time… I have decided to start my review with that sentence because the Crystal Serenity used to be part of a company called Crystal Cruises which was owned by Genting (a Malaysian Company). Crystal cruises ceased operations as a consequence of the financial difficulties from Genting and entered in a process of liquidation in which the ships and assets were sold to different ...
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Response from SarahG, Crystal

Dear travelberlin, Thank you for choosing to sail with Crystal and for your lovely review of Serenity. At Crystal, we are pleased to welcome everyone aboard, from solo travelers to families...

Sail Date: January 2024


Last Gasp?

Review for a Caribbean - Eastern Cruise on Crystal Serenity

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minntom
First Time Cruiser • Age 70s

We were excited but apprehensive. We had decided not to sail the Symphony again because of the age of the ship and the HVAC issues. Given that this was a newer ship we decided to take the Jan 5 Caribbean cruise as we truly missed sailing on Crystal (had gone on over 35 segments). The positives: Rooms have been nicely redone and we paid up for the Sapphire suite which was spacious, well ...
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Response from SarahG, Crystal

Dear minntom, Thank you for providing your sincere and honest feedback from your recent sailing aboard Crystal Serenity. We sincerely apologize that your time onboard did not meet all your...

Sail Date: January 2024


A Wonderful Way To Spend The Holidays

Review for a Caribbean - All Cruise on Crystal Serenity

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Keith1010
10+ Cruises • Age 60s

We selected this cruise to cruise over the Christmas and New Year's Holidays and we had an amazing time. This was our fourth holiday cruise; all with Crystal and on Crystal Serenity. This is also our third voyage since since the inaugural cruise of Crystal this year. For those who used to like old Crystal, my view is new Crystal is like old Crystal but better. The crew makes Crystal very ...
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Response from SarahG, Crystal

Dear Keith1010, ​ ​ Thank you for sailing with Crystal Serenity once again! We are delighted to have celebrated the holidays together and to hear about your exceptional experience onboard....

Sail Date: December 2023


Amazing Experience on the Crystal Serenity

Review for a Caribbean - All Cruise on Crystal Serenity

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Rick505
2-5 Cruises • Age 60s

Had wanted to try Crystal since their purchase by Abercrombie and Kent following their emergence from bankruptcy by the previous owners. Had heard incredible stories about their excellent customer service and concern for their guests. Crystal surpassed those expectations and we cannot wait for the next one. Ship was immaculate and our Aquamarine Classic cabin was superb. Wife loved the Jacuzzi ...
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Response from SarahG, Crystal

Dear Rick505, We are overjoyed to hear about your experience aboard the Serenity! At Crystal, we strive to surpass your expectations and show you the remarkable service you deserve. From our...

Sail Date: December 2023


Romantic Cruise For Golden Couple

Review for a Caribbean - Eastern Cruise on Crystal Serenity

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I adore you
2-5 Cruises • Age 70s

Crystal was recommended by our doctor friend who had just returned from Iceland and knows our high standards and needs. After an easy non stop fight from Vancouver we boarded with great excitement and warm welcomes. The fish at dinner was suitably mahi mahi for the Caribbean. When the evening entertainment opened with the beautiful Nadiya on violin and Raphael in his whites on trumpet we knew ...
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Response from SarahG, Crystal

Dear I adore you, We are delighted to hear you had a wonderful time aboard the Crystal Serenity! Thank you for choosing to sail with Crystal and for your thoughtful feedback. It is lovely...

Sail Date: December 2023

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Crystal Better than Ever

Review for a Caribbean - All Cruise on Crystal Serenity

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Virginia from Roslyn
10+ Cruises • Age 70s

We have cruised with Crystal 4 times previously and have anxiously awaited its return. We had a cabin with ocean view on deck 7. The cabin was 215 sq feet and was well laid out. There was ample drawer and closet space. The cabin attendant kept the cabin spotless. The food at the main dining room, buffet and specialty restaurants was excellent. The selection of the entrees in the main ...
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Response from JillH, Guest Relations

Dear Virginia from Roslyn, Welcome back! We are thrilled to hear that your experience on Serenity was a marvelous one. We deeply appreciate your trust in choosing to sail again with...

Sail Date: November 2023

Cabin Type: Double Guest Room with Ocean View


"Better than ever"?

Review for a Caribbean - Eastern Cruise on Crystal Serenity

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mario 1
10+ Cruises • Age 70s

Crystal is my "go to" luxury cruise line. Having been on >50 cruises all together. I have always been totally impressed with the Enrichment, entertainment food and crew. I have also been labeled as someone with "high standards". The words that you often hear about the new crystal is "better than ever". My previous crystal cruises I have rated as A-A+! This one roundtrip Miami on Serenity was IMO a ...
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Response from SarahG, Crystal

Dear mario 1, Thank you for choosing to sail with Crystal once again. It is lovely to hear that you enjoyed our remarkable boarding process, entertainment, and enrichment opportunities. We...

Sail Date: November 2023

Cabin Type: Double Guest Room with Ocean View


Crystal Serenity, Quebec to Miami (October 21 to November 2, 2023)

Review for a Canada & New England Cruise on Crystal Serenity

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cruise-otter
10+ Cruises • Age 70s

In October 2023, my wife and I took the Crystal Serenity’s 12-day cruise along the east coast of Canada and the United States. We’ve frequently cruised on this ship since 2010. Though the Crystal Serenity is now on its third owner, it’s better than ever. I rate this cruise as outstanding (an overall “5” on a scale of 5). My score is based on the high quality of (1) remodeled, enlarged ...
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Response from JillH, Guest Relations

Dear cruise-otter, Welcome back! We are thrilled to hear that your experience on Serenity was a spectacular one. We deeply value your trust in choosing to sail again with Crystal. Our...

Sail Date: October 2023


Crystal is BACK with all we missed, and more

Review for a Canada & New England Cruise on Crystal Serenity

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peterandtherese
10+ Cruises • Age 70s

Crystal was our first choice of cruise line before Covid, and in fact, we were on Crystal Symphony when Covid stopped us from landing in many ports before finally ending up in Singapore. Even during that experience waiting to find out when and where we could disembark, Crystal staff all the way up to the Captain kept us up to date with the news and port prospects. Crystal Symphony was the most ...
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Response from JillH, Guest Relations

Dear Peter and Therese, Welcome back to Crystal! We are thrilled to hear that your experience on Serenity was a wonderful one. We deeply appreciate your trust in choosing to sail again...

Sail Date: October 2023


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