Join Crystal Cruises’ President Gregg L. Michel, and his wife Adriana, for the May 12 President’s Cruise and celebratory Crystal Society 20th Anniversary Sailing. Be a part of this unique 14-day sailing from Dubai to Athens, with special events on board and ashore, including optional programs such as a two-night pre-cruise event, and an exclusive President’s Excursion in Egypt.
With fares from just $7,200 including Free Economy Air, there has never been a better time to explore the compelling city of Dubai and the exotic ancient ruins of Egypt with the World's Best.
Optional Two-Night Pre-Cruise Program*
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| Grand Hyatt Dubai |
President Gregg L. Michel |
Egyptian Hieroglyphs |
To give you time to get acquainted with Dubai before your voyage, we have created this special pre-cruise program at a great value. For just $599 per person, you are invited to spend two nights at the Grand Hyatt Dubai. Your two-night stay includes breakfast each morning at the hotel and a President’s welcome dinner hosted by Gregg Michel at an authentic Bedouin camp in the desert dunes. Enjoy a barbeque dinner and an evening’s entertainment featuring belly dancers, henna artists and traditional Arab music. For your convenience, transfers are also included.
Special Guests
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| Peter Bergen |
General Hugh Shelton |
Jack Hanny |
On board your luxury ship, celebrity speakers will enhance your voyage by sharing their career experiences and insights. A few of our special guests include:
Peter Bergen, CNN terrorism analyst and author, whose book The Osama bin Laden I Know: An Oral History of al Qaeda's Leader, was named one of the best non-fiction books of 2006 by The Washington Post. Bergen’s expertise is drawn from his extensive travels in the Middle East.
General Hugh Shelton, former chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff who served two combat tours in Vietnam. Shelton is highly decorated in both military and civilian life. Honors include a Bronze Star Medal for Valor, Purple Heart and National Father of the Year.
Jack Hanny served as a White House chef and wine consultant to the Kennedy and Johnson administrations and, later, as guest chef to Bill Clinton, Queen Noor and many other famous figures. His cookbook, Secrets from the White House Kitchens, is a bestseller.
Optional President’s Shore Excursion
Also, join President Gregg L. Michel on an optional President’s Excursion from Safaga to Luxor and the Valley of the Kings. This unforgettable trip back into the ancient history of Egypt and the Pharaohs is not to be missed!