After a year of planning, Crystal Cruises has now officially begun its transition to an all-inclusive vacation. Launched with the departure of Crystal Symphony’s trans-Atlantic cruise March 19, guests now get complimentary fine wines and premium spirits throughout the ship, open bar service in all lounges, and pre-paid gratuities for housekeeping, butler, bar and dining staff. Crystal Serenity follows suit with its trans-Atlantic sailing departing on May 8. Crystal’s gratis well liquors include Grey Goose, Maker’s Mark, Macallan Select, Hennessy V.S.O.P., and Herradura Silver. Wines and champagnes include higher-end vintages from both boutique makers and big-name wineries, including Beringer Napa Valley Chardonnay, St. Michael-Eppan Sauvignon Blanc Lahn, Edge Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley 2008, Banfi Chianti Classico Riserva, Castello di Bolgheri Varvára, Chateau Macquin St. Emilion, and Jacquart Brut Mosaique, Reims, France. Restaurants offer recommended pairings at dinner nightly, and sommeliers certified by the Court of Master Sommeliers can assist with wine selections. There is no corkage fee if a guest wishes to drink wine purchased ashore. An optional Connoisseur menu features renowned and/or rare vintages, select single-malt whiskeys and other aged spirits at what the line calls "reasonable in-store prices, as opposed to traditional upscale restaurant and hotel rates." Silver and Gold Connoisseur Packages of four and six fine wines, respectively, are also available for onboard gifts. For more information on Crystal Cruises, call 203-288-1884
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