CRYSTAL CRUISES EXPANDS ITS LUXURY OFFERINGS

I have been fortunate to sail twice on Crystal Cruise Lines, once in the 90’s and again last year. Their service and food have always set them head and shoulders above other cruise lines since their inception in 1988. With other lines building larger and larger ships each year with waterslides and flashy decor, there will always be savvy passengers looking for a more refined and luxurious way to travel.

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Crystal Cruises has been at the forefront of innovative travel options to travelers wanting to see the world in a more luxurious setting. Acquiring multiple awards in the past years for providing outstanding experience, Crystal Cruises has reason to expect many more awards in its future with the welcoming of new luxury offerings in river cruises, yacht cruises, and even air travel. 

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So if you’re looking to travel in a relaxed but luxurious style, look to Crystal with their ocean cruises, river cruising, yacht cruising and air travel. To find out more about Crystal and other luxury vacations call: Diane Ross at Kingsbridge Travel 813-972-3400 or toll free at 877-223-4030

 

What is river cruising?

River cruising has been an increasingly popular form of leisure travel in recent years. River cruises are one-week or longer, overnight passenger cruises on vessels that range in size from a small four-passenger canal barge to the largest passenger river vessel afloat, the 396-passenger Victoria Jenna, which operates on the Yangtze River in China.European river cruising takes place in what is, at maximum, a 38-foot-by-410-foot vessel, dimensions dictated by the locks and bridges that the vessels must past through and under. European river cruisers generally range from between 100 and 200 passengers.

Where do river cruises go?

 

River cruises travel along many of the major rivers in the world. In Europe, the Danube River is second in length only to the Volga River in Russia. The Danube is one of the most popular rivers to cruise along, and many river cruises include the Danube as part of their itinerary.The Main, Rhine, Moselle, Elbe, Rhone, Saone and Seine are also popular rivers in Europe for river cruising. Elsewhere in the world, the Amazon River in Peru and Brazil, the Nile River in Egypt, the Yangtze River in China and the Mekong River in Vietnam and Cambodia are also popular river cruise destinations.

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Wherever you wish to travel, Kingsbridge Travel will make sure your vacation is the perfect fit for you. 

AMSTERDAM IS FOR EVERYONE

My husband and I recently spent a few days in Amsterdam after a river cruise. I had forgotten what a beautiful and delightful city it is. I was struck by the fact that there is something there for everyone and recommend a visit.

 

AMSTERDAM IS FOR LOVERS

Amsterdam is often called the “Venice of the North” because it is built around 165 canals. For a night of romance, stroll around the city admiring the canals or take a canal boat tour. Many are familiar with the love locks in Paris and around the globe, but few are aware that this trend started in Amsterdam. Though a lovely initial idea, I recommend against giving in to the trend as the locks in many cities are causing the bridge to collapse. But to take a photo, head over to the Groenburgwal with the Zuidekerk tower in the background.

AMSTERDAM IS FOR NATURE LOVERS

By far the most beautiful gardens I’ve ever seen is at Keukenhof. Only open for 2 months (March to May – check for exact dates each year). I planned our trip during this time to experience the tulip fields and numerous flower displays. This is the largest and most spectacular flower gardens anywhere in the world.
If you’re not there during that time, there are still over 30 beautiful parks to visit. The largest of these is Vondelpark, popular for jogging, dog walking and just taking in the view. Free concerts are offered during the summer in its open air theatre.
Amstelpark is great for families with its playgrounds, mini golf and pony rides.
With more bikes than people (1.4 million), Amsterdam is wonderful to explore by bicycleand rentals are readily available. There are even special bike lanes.