Crystal Books Speakers James Carville, Mary Matalin

Crystal Cruises booked political commentators James Carville and Mary Matalin as guest lecturers on the Crystal Serenity's 12-day July 26 cruise from Venice to Rome. The husband and wife are Democrat and Republican, respectively, and this cruise marks the couple's second voyage with Crystal in as many years. Carville and Matalin's lecture series is titled "A Walk Through the Races…Where They're Going…What to Make of This Historic Time." Carville is a well-known member of Hillary Clinton's inner circle, and Matalin is planning to announce her Republican candidate of choice by the time of this cruise. The dynamic duo will square off with political views -- from the Left and the Right -- during several debates. The July 26 cruise begins in Venice, with an overnight stay aboard ship. From there, the itinerary features calls in Dubrovnik, Croatia; Taormina and Sorrento, Italy; Cannes (overnight), France; Florence/Livorno and Portofino, Italy, ultimately arriving in Rome on Aug. 7. Fares begin at $5,495 per person, double occupancy.  Call 800-913-7245 to book your cabin today!