Luxury specialist Crystal Cruises is expanding its innovative Computer University@Sea programming with the brand new Windows 7� operating system, and more options for guests earning college credit during the World Cruise.

This fall, the line will offer classes based on Microsoft�s Windows 7�, exclusively available on both ships � a month before the operating system will be available to the public. Additionally, guests aboard Crystal Serenity�s 2010 World Cruise will be able to earn three transferable college credits for various computer courses, and can learn using two different operating systems, Microsoft and Apple.

The Windows 7� classes will be taught by Crystal�s Computer University@Sea instructors, and cover basic computing and valuable tips for mastering the operating system and maximizing ease and efficiency. The collegiate courses aboard the World Cruise, taught by an instructor from Del Mar College, include: � Components of the System Unit � Computer Storage Devices � Database Management � Privacy and Ethics

�Our guests expect sophisticated enrichment that includes progressive programming and the latest equipment,� says Thomas Mazloum, Crystal�s senior vice president, hotel operations. �We continue to strive to offer the very highest level of curriculum, as well as options to suit virtually any interest.�

Every Crystal Cruise offers complimentary instruction on the Windows 7� operating system, e-mail, website design, digital video editing, digital camera orientation, Photoshop, and even surfing the Web. Other topics include Word, Excel, Access, Powerpoint, greeting and business card design, and various financial research tools and spreadsheet preparation. Private instruction is also available. There is a nominal fee for those wishing to earn collegiate credit.

Renowned for its onboard enrichment, Crystal also offers varied, comprehensive programming on every worldwide itinerary, including keyboard classes through Yamaha and language classes through Berlitz. World Cruise segments feature expanded options, with additional lectures and classes.

The epic 108-day 2010 World Cruise departs Miami on January 11, and visits such exotic destinations as South Africa, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Oman and Iran, among more than 40 ports in 37 countries.

The Crystal Difference

The �Crystal Difference� starts with the company�s unwavering mission: to be the best in the luxury service business, not just the luxury cruise industry. This uncompromising commitment to unparalleled service, abundant space, superior quality, and limitless choices is appreciated by valued guests who return again and again.

Crystal has also won an unprecedented number of the travel industry�s most distinguished hospitality awards. In 2009, Crystal Serenity and Crystal Symphony were again voted the best medium-sized cruise ships in the world (ranking #1 and #2, respectively) by the readers of Cond� Nast Traveler, and the line was voted �World�s Best Large-Ship Cruise Line� by Travel + Leisure readers for a record 14th consecutive year. In all, the line has been voted �World�s Best� by the readers of Travel + Leisure and Cond� Nast Traveler more than any other cruise line, hotel or resort in history.

For additional information or booking, please contact Miramar Express at +852 3960-0388 or email to mecruises@miramarexpress.hk; visit also the luxury line's website at www.crystalcruises.com.

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