Cruise & Ferry Interiors 2020

5 7 Lounge, the fold-out marina, designated Mud Rooms and the Helicopter Lounge. However, the comfortable interiors will provide a complete contrast from the rugged outdoors. Unlike polar explorer Nils Nordenskjöld who would have stayed in less pleasant conditions when he made the first transit of the Northeast Passage in 1878, Crystal Endeavor’s cruisers will benefit from the comfort and intimacy of a luxury hotel. Able to host up to 200 guests, the ship’s accommodation – designed by Finnish firm Kudos Dsign – will comprise five different types of all-suite, all-veranda, butler-serviced rooms with light-coloured decor, marble surfaces and king-sized beds. The largest of these – the Expedition Suite – will also feature an expansive living and dining area, two separate spa-like bathrooms with full jacuzzis and anti-fog mirrors, and heated storage for expedition gear. Guests will also be able to make use of the shared spaces onboard, which include six open-seating dining areas, multiple entertainment options and a spa and fitness centre, much of which AD Associates played a major role in designing. The dining options will range from casual, self-service venues such as The Pantry to the fine-dining experiences offered by the Michelin- inspired Waterside. AD Associates also created the Japanese-Peruvian Umi Uma & Sushi Bar – one of restauranteur Nobu Matsuhisa’s only sea-going restaurants – in collaboration with Matsuhisa’s own designer. Guests will be able to satisfy their taste for fusion cuisine amongst island-style seating and moody red and dark-toned colour scheme which will hark back to Japan’s traditional earthenware and samurai-style designs. Italian dishes will be on the menu at Prego, which will serve rustic delicacies with a contemporary twist. The Mediterranean atmosphere will be echoed with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the ocean, and its proximity to The Vintage Room – a unique culinary experience offering some of the rarest wines in the world. Downtime is built in at Crystal Cruises, and Crystal Endeavor’s vast array of leisure options makes this clear. Palm Court will provide a chic and contemporary space to enjoy afternoon tea and enrichment presentations and lectures by day, as well as cocktails and dancing by night. Crystal Cove, which will lie at the ship’s heart, will host guest speakers and late-night entertainment, while the Resorts World at Sea Casino will give guests a flavour of Las Vegas. Warm mahogany and burgundy and emerald velvets that are reminiscent of an explorer’s study will adorn the Connoisseur Club, where guests will be able to enjoy cognacs, cigars and conversation. Decadence will continue at Facets & Apropos – the ship’s designer fashion and jewellery boutique. Also onboard will be The Solarium, a two- storey, glass-enclosed social space which will offer panoramic views of the ship’s surroundings, as well as an indoor retreat featuring the Crystal Seahorse Pool and Jacuzzi. “We know that the most adventurous luxury travellers are eagerly awaiting the unforgettable experiences that lie ahead, just as we are,” said Wolber. CFI