Dr. Oz Fitness Expert and Other Gurus to Help Travelers Get Fit in 2011 Aboard Crystal Alaska Cruise

LOS ANGELES, Jan. 6, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- On Crystal's debut Alaska cruise for 2011, luxury travelers will not only experience the rugged beauty of some of the Western U.S. and Canada's most notable waterfronts--San Francisco; Victoria and Vancouver, British Columbia; and Sitka, Juneau, Skagway, and Ketchikan, Alaska--but also find their Zen via "Mind, Body, and Spirit"-focused presentations.  

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Throughout the May 9-21 Crystal Symphony voyage roundtrip from San Francisco, celebrity fitness trainer Joel Harper and other lifestyle specialists will help guests explore comprehensive wellness through complimentary presentations and classes in Tai Chi, yoga, golf, dance, and more.  Expert presenters include:

• Joel Harper—Best known for his work with television's Dr. Oz, appearances on Oprah and Larry King, and best-selling workout videos for all ages
• Dr. Martin Lee—Founder of the renowned Tai Chi Cultural Center
• Anita Sanci—Certified yoga instructor
• Bill Stutzer—PGA life member and veteran Golf Pro instructor

Rounding out their sensory experiences, guests can bike, trek, kayak and zipline their way through Alaska's breathtaking landscapes, then reward themselves with Crystal's delectable cuisine, with many options to accommodate virtually any dietary preference.  Following a full day of working their bodies and expanding their minds, guests can restore their spirits with a soothing massage, facial, or acupuncture treatment at Crystal's Feng Shui-designed spas at sea.

"Through an array of interactive classes, informative, healthy living presentations, and intimate Q & A sessions, guests can explore personal health and fitness interests with prominent experts in their field," says Chris Corrigall, manager, entertainment.  "Ashore, guests can explore outdoor adventures that are unique to magnificent Alaska."

Guests can further exercise their minds via other stimulating speakers like Ken Walsh, Chief White House Correspondent for the U.S. News & World Report who has spent three decades covering American Presidencies.

With Two-for-One promotions, per person, double occupancy cruise fares for the twelve-day sailing begin at $4,650, including complimentary air transportation from many North American gateways, plus $500 per person "All Inclusive–As You Wish" spending credits.  

For more information and Crystal reservations, contact a travel agent, call 888-799-4625, or visit www.crystalcruises.com.

CONTACT: Mimi Weisband or Susan Wichmann (310) 203-4305, [email protected]

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SOURCE Crystal Cruises