In an industry first, ever-innovative ultra-luxury cruise specialist Crystal Cruises is introducing Ambassador Hostesses on select cruises, expanding its hugely popular onboard dancing programme. Female counterparts to the line’s Ambassador Hosts – professional dance partners for ladies – will debut on three Ballroom at Sea Experiences of Discovery voyages in 2014 and 2015.

Along with eight male dance hosts (double the usual number), the Trans-Atlantic sailings will each feature two Ambassador Hostesses to cha cha, swing and waltz with solo gentlemen during evening dance sets, live orchestra performances and dance classes in the ships’ stylish lounges. The three voyages set to get guests’ tapping this year and next include:

· 5th October 2014, Lisbon/Miami, Crystal Symphony (10 nights)

· 12th June 2015, New York/London, Crystal Symphony (16 nights)

· 11th December 2015, Lisbon/Miami, Crystal Serenity (11 nights)

“Thanks to the suggestion of one of our popular dance instructors, we tested Ambassador Hostesses on a recent cruise and the response was fantastic,” says Philip Ordever, vice president of international sales and marketing. “Similar to tennis players who play better when they play with a pro, dance enthusiasts are inspired by partnering with experts who really know the steps and the more advanced nuances.”

Crystal Cruises has been featuring Ambassador Hosts on its cruises since the company’s inception, as there are traditionally more women than men seeking dance partners. While every Crystal cruise boasts at least four Hosts, on select voyages with many more dance sessions, the line adds more when possible. Hosts also serve as dance partners to guests travelling with spouses or companions who don’t dance, and also socialise with all guests, join singles dining tables and accompany group excursions ashore.

Crystal is known for its welcoming atmosphere for solo travellers, with some of the industry’s lowest single supplement fares, assigned seating in the Crystal Dining Room, a singles get-together and a “Table for Eight” programme that brings single cruisers together for dinner in specialty restaurants such as Nobu Matsuhisa’s Silk Road and the Sushi Bar. 

“A Crystal cruise is so inherently comfortable and luxurious for a single traveller,” adds Ordever. “But no matter how independent one is, one cannot ballroom dance without a partner.” 

 
Until 30th April 30 2014, all-inclusive “Book Now” fly/cruise fares for the upcoming “Ballroom at Sea” cruises start from just £2,449 per person.

Crystal Cruises’ award-winning entertainment offerings include a range of venues and performances, from cabaret nightclub to piano bar saloon; acclaimed productions to headline entertainers; and sophisticated enrichment activities to in-room Blu-ray.
  

For further information and reservations please call Crystal Cruises on 020 7399 7601 or visit www.crystalcruises.co.uk

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