Hypoallergenic Luxury Accommodations To Debut On Crystal Cruises -- An Industry First

LOS ANGELES, Aug. 13, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Allergy sufferers can check their discomfort at the door – of 70 Crystal Serenity doors, that is – when ultra-luxe Crystal Cruises launches the cruise industry's first hypoallergenic staterooms.  Already renowned for the highest standards of sanitation and comfort, Crystal is introducing a whole new category of luxury accommodations for the most refreshing night's sleep possible on the world's #1 cruise line: Deluxe PURE Staterooms.  

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Crystal is partnering with PURE Marine Solutions, sister company of leading allergy-friendly hospitality innovator PURE Global, for a comprehensive transformation utilizing the only hypoallergenic process patented and proven to deliver a safe and healthy environment.  During Crystal Serenity's "Extreme Makeover" dry-dock in November, each of the current 70 "AA" verandah rooms will undergo PURE's seven-step air and surface purification process to remove allergens and reduce the risk of common irritants.  Among the many steps to maintain this superior allergy-friendly indoor environment, a state-of-the art medical grade air purifier will continue to filter out 99.9% of all impurities and dust.  While PURE rooms are usually sold at a premium at shoreside luxury properties such as the SLS Beverly Hills, Park Hyatt Toronto, and Fairmont Chicago, Crystal's Deluxe PURE Staterooms will be available to guests at no additional cost.  The rooms debut on November 27 and will be designated as "P1" and "P2" in April.

"Imagine returning to your room after a full day ashore in a bustling city like Rome or Bangkok, and then slipping into your purified sanctuary of ultra-clean air and hypoallergenic bedding," says Jack Anderson, Crystal's senior vice president, marketing & sales.  "For guests who suffer from allergies, have mild respiratory issues such as asthma, or who simply desire a respite from the air quality in many cities, these staterooms will become a haven of fresh air – for no additional cost."

How does a room become PURE?

Crystal's housekeeping staff will be trained in any daily maintenance routines required.  Every six months, PURE specialists will also re-service the rooms, ensuring spaces are kept to the highest of hygiene levels indefinitely.

What are the tangible results guests may see, feel, and experience from staying in a Deluxe PURE Stateroom?

• Relief from allergies and mild respiratory issues, including coughing, sneezing, sniffling, and watery eyes.  (Crystal's PURE particle-free reduction process exceeds asthma and allergy community recommendations.)
• More sound sleep, waking refreshed.
• Breathing of clean, crisp, ultra-fresh air, thereby enhancing the relaxation and recuperation that people expect from vacation.
• No chemicals, no lingering odors—PURE's cleaning solutions are completely invisible to the eye, smell, and touch.

About PURE Marine Solutions
PURE Marine Solutions is the sister company of PURE Global, the innovative provider of allergy-friendly rooms and healthy environments for hotels, conference centers, and mega-yachts.  PURE Global received the 2008 Innovator Award from The School of Hotel Administration at Cornell University.  In 2012, PURE Allergy Friendly Rooms were awarded the Winner's Seal of Approval by PTPA Media, which boasts North America's largest volunteer parent testing community.  For further information on PURE Rooms, please visit www.pureroom.com.

About Crystal Cruises
Crystal Cruises is the world's leading luxury cruise provider, having earned more "World's Best" awards than any other cruise line, hotel, or resort in history.  Aboard the ultra-chic, ultra-luxurious Crystal Symphony and Crystal Serenity, refined elegance meets casual simplicity.  With an emphasis on innovative product differentiation, the renowned Crystal experience is distinguished by classic service, abundant space, extensive choices and superior quality.  Providing worldwide vacations of five to 100+ days that bridge the best of land and sea, itineraries through early 2016 sail to the Mediterranean, Western Europe, British Isles, Scandinavia/Baltic & Russia, North Cape & Arctic Circle, Africa, Asia, Australia/New Zealand, South Pacific, South America, Antarctica, New England/Canada, Panama Canal, Caribbean, and a sumptuous annual World Cruise.

Crystal's Deluxe PURE rooms are immediately available for booking.  For Crystal reservations, contact a travel agent, call 888-799-4625, or visit www.crystalcruises.com.

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