Crystal celebrates Debussy entrance

CRYSTAL River Cruises has officially welcomed Crystal Debussy to its fleet this week via a lavish christening ceremony in Amsterdam.

The event took place during its 10-day Splendours of the Rhine voyage, with guests aboard the vessel participating in the traditional festivities.

Broadway star Rachel York, who has been appointed the vessel’s godmother, was on hand to belt out a few tunes before breaking a champagne bottle against the ship’s hull.

“Crystal Debussy is an exquisitely designed ship and her crew are so warm and welcoming,” York said.

“I am truly honoured to be the godmother of this beautiful ship,” she added.

Debussy’s arrival marks another step for Crystal River Cruises’ push to “redefine the boundaries of luxury river cruising.”

“Crystal River Cruises has raised the bar of excellence with each new ship,” said Crystal’s chief executive Tom Wolber.

“At the heart of this achievement are the crew and officers... who ensure every detail of our guests’ experience is seamless, from ship to shore.”

She will now embark on sailings of seven and 10 days between Amsterdam and Basel along the Rhine and Moselle rivers, visiting Switzerland, Germany, Netherlands and Belgium throughout 2018 & 2019.

Pictured: Singer Rachel York christening Crystal Debussy in Amsterdam this week.