Crystal offers customizable shore excursions

Sometimes a cruise line’s shore excursions just don’t do it for you. Perhaps you’re not interested in the activity options or maybe you’d just like to get away from your cruisemates for a while.

Crystal has the solution to your problem with its new “Private Adventures” customized shore excursions. Guests booked on Crystal sailings can contact a team of travel experts who will put together personalized tour packages upon request. You’ll pay $100 for the privilege, in addition to the cost of your excursion. You can request a Private Adventure through Crystal’s Website or by fax or phone.

At first glance, this program looks very attractive. Its real value will be measured in how much of a premium cruisers will have to pay for the special treatment.