Crystal Cruises , an NYK Group company, has introduc ed a new expedition-style voyage traversing the Arctic Ocean via the Northwest Passage . E xplorers spent centuries seeking the passage, and just over 100 years after it was first completed successfully by Roald Amundsen , Crystal Cruises will become the first luxury cruise line to ever navigate the route.
Beginning on August 16, 2016 , in Anchorage/Seward, Alaska, the award-winning Crystal Serenity will sail for 32 days from the Pacific , arriving in New York City on September 17 after maneuvering through 900 miles of majestic waterways lined with spectacular glaciers, towering fjords, and vast unspoiled landscapes away from mainstream civilization and tourism, north of mainland Canada.
"Crystal's inaugural Northwest Passage offers guests the opportunity to begin a new story of thrilling adventure, all the while indulging in the world's very best luxury vacation experience," said Crystal President Edie Rodriguez. "The voyage combines intrepid adventure, the great outdoors, and immersive cultural experiences with Six-Star service as only Crystal can deliver."
The NYK Group will continue its efforts to provide innovative, creative opportunities that best meet the passions of its customers.
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Established in 1988, the company offers a range of luxury cruises on its two ships, Crystal Symphony and Crystal Serenity, which are recognized as the top two medium-sized cruise ships in the world.
Nippon Yusen Kabushiki Kaisha (NYK Line) is one of the world's largest transport and logistics services providers. Net sales break down by activity as follows:
- bulk sea transport (42.7%): dry bulk, vehicles, oil products transport, etc.;
- containers sea transport (37.1%). The group also develops a containers terminals operation activity;
- logistics services (8.2%): storage, warehousing, delivery services, etc.;
- freight air transport (7.8%);
- other (4.2%): primarily real estate management, ships maintenance and repair.
At the end of March 2022, the group had a fleet of 658 vessels.