The vessel, which recently got its iconic winged funnel, is set to welcome its first guests in November. Most dry-docks are routine - just refreshing, do not include major changes and have a fairly accurate schedule. Works on the fleetwide refurb project involved 1000+ artisans and craftsmen and resulted in 1368 new cabins, 8000 new light fixtures, 12000 new sofas and chairs. new category cabin (Club-Class Mini-Suite) offers VIP amenities and reserved dining area. 6 AM Dry Dock. All rights reserved. We'll send you a weekly newsletter to your inbox. 2019's drydock schedule featured the industry's largest (so far) vessel reconstruction project - Carnival Triumph's conversion into Carnival Sunrise. Currently, the ship is scheduled to restart sailings on September 5, 2021, but that could change as the cruise line has not yet confirmed its September restart plans. Note1: All Singapore-based vessel refurbishment projects are done by Sembcorp Marine (at the Admiralty Yard). The new year is off to a strong start with many ships currently undergoing all kinds of work at drydocks globally. In November 2015 was announced company's USD 300 million fleetwide renovation program, including Suite cabin improvements (new decors, furnishings, amenities, services) for all suite categories on Vista-Class, Signature-Class and R-Class vessels. Canyon Ranch Spa (new steam and changing rooms), all public spaces renovated (furnishings, fabrics, lighting fixtures, artworks), new interactive-entertainment kids areas - themed Star Wars and Disney Infinity, new ice-cream bar - Vanellope's Sweets & Treats (handmade gelato), Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique (kids beauty salon for character makeovers - princesses, knights, pirates), Deck 13's adult sundeck area now with Satellite Falls (splash pool, benches, rain curtain), extensive renovations (restaurants, bars, spa, atrium, staterooms( kids area, Dream-class concepts (waterslide starting near the funnel's top and swinging out over the side of the ship; lighting/audio upgrades), updated Boutiques (Bibbidi Bobbidi, Anna & Elsa's). Often vessels' need unscheduled repairs - not matching with planned maintenance schedules. Each drydock cost ~US$35-40 million. RCI drydocks are usually conducted at the shipyards in Freeport (Grand Bahama), Singapore, and Cadiz (Navantia's shipyard in Puerto Real). 'We want to make sure the ships look great when the guests get back on board and of course we're cleaning the hulls,' he said, to reduce drag and maximize fuel efficiency. Length: 1004 feet Beam: 116 feet; 125 feet at pool deck Maximum draft: 27 feet Occupancy based on 2 guests per stateroom: 3646 (1823 staterooms) Full guest occupancy: 4633 Passenger decks: 14 Space ratio: 35:1 Crew Total officers and crew: 1367 Officers: International Hotel and cruise staff: International Accommodations Marina. The ships first cruise back is a six-day western Caribbean sailing out of Galveston, Texas. 2 new bar lounges - Bliss Ultra Lounge (replacing FYZZ Cabaret Lounge) and The Pit Stop (replacing Sky High Bar), 2 new theater shows - "Rock You Tonight" and "Velvet", Horizon and Observation lounges redecoration, new furnishings, wall coverings, artworks, LED lighting, carpets, new furniture for Decks 11-12's relaxation areas, cabins and public areas renovation (new furniture, lighting, carpeting), new venues - wedding chapel, Soho Art Gallery, Perspectives Photo Studio, Dolce Gelato, redesigned Atrium, John Adams Bar, East Meets West (Asian restaurant / new decor, hardwood floors in the bar area), Pool Deck - refinished swimming pool, new loungers, new Jacuzzis, redesigned Ocean Drive Bar, cabins upgrades (new furniture, bedding, smart HDTVs (infotainment system), Movies Under The Stars (outdoor theater updated with 7.1 surround sound), Casino (new carpeting, TVs, light fixtures), Lotus Spa and Fitness (upgraded treatment rooms and beauty salon, latest Precor fitness equipment), upgraded the digital audio systems (Explorers Lounge, Club Fusion, Princess Theater), All public restrooms and all Suite WCs received Japanese bidets. The 2,200-guest Carnival Miracle recently completed a dry dock where Carnival's new red, white, and blue livery was added to the hull.The vessel features venues including BlueIguana Cantina, Guy . During drydocks in the period 2019-2024, MSC will install a fleetwide ZOE - in-cabin digital assistant. The Carnival Dream dry dock was not a major upgrade and more of routine maintenance. ALMACO Group is another major turnkey manufacturer serving the marine and offshore industries. On Deck 16 aft, Camp Discovery's Outdoor Play Area was upgraded with an interactive water table. It's a fact that many travellers are hesitant to take the first sailing post-drydock. 6:00 AMWednesday. Penthouse-Vista-Owner suites' bathrooms were enlarged and upgraded with Carrara marble tops, onyx, polished granite. Each ship received 50 new cabins (to 156 total), which (based on the total investment) meant shipbuilding cost per berth USD 267,000. added fleet's first-ever waterpark (Reef Splash Zone/without waterslides) aft-portside on Deck 17) that includes a large-sized Splashpad (outdoor water playground) fitted with splash pool, water cannons, water sprays, showers, interactive whale-like structure (with a "raining" fluke). The design is inspired by the navy sailor uniforms and the iconic colors of the cruise line, which are featured on the funnel. (Deck 5) Art Gallery added, Atrium redesigned (new color schemes, live entertainment), Market Cafe (menu upgraded with new sweets), Oasis Spa and Salon (added 2 express pods for treatments - spa massages, skin treatments, LVL lash lifting), (Deck 6) shopping upgraded with new luxury brands, (Deck 7) Java Cafe buffet (menu upgraded with alcoholic beverages),Photo Gallery (upgraded with Dixons Electronics Hub), introduced a try-before-you-buy program with consultant-managing tasting tables (beauty and make-up areas), steel repairs, equipment modernization, painting, upgrades of public areas (all bars and restaurants) and passenger cabins (beds, bathrooms, lighting, woodwork, decoration, new carpets, furniture), Some outdoor deck areas redesigned for alfresco dining, new restaurants/venues (Sindhu, Glass House, Grab and Go, Costa Coffee), renovations (theatre, Lido buffet, Reef kids club, Sidewalk Cafe, Spa, shop, Casino, Champions), Aquarius pool and bar renovations (refreshed furnishings, new color schemes, updated chairs, sofas, bar stools, coffee tables, signage, wall tiles), Atrium (new carpets and furniture/chairs, banquettes, cushions), Oasis Spa's Reception (new carpets and blinds, all loungers and armchairs refreshed, cushions added), Intermezzo Bar (new color scheme, new carpeting, blinds, new furniture/chairs, sofas, stools, coffee tables, lampshades), All Suites - refreshed, new color scheme, new furniture (sofabeds, armchairs, coffee tables, lamps), new curtains, bed cushions, throws), onboard retail shopping upgraded by refurbishing all retail shops and adding new brands (BRICS, Longines, Olivia Burton, Liu Jo, Radley, Cath Kidston, Kipling), Arena Theatre received wall-mounted LED screen, sound and light equipment, All passenger cabins and most public areas renovated with new carpeting, main walkway area received new tiling, carpet, furniture, Tamarind Club and Havana Lounge renovated and redesigned, Dixons Travel shop (gadgets and electronic equipment) was enlarged and new products were added (Amazon, Apple, Bose, Canon, Fitbit, GoPro), The Photo Now digital screen moved to the aft, furnishings (sofa, chairs, headboard, carpet, wall coverings, privacy curtain, drapery, bed runner, bed skirt, quartz stone top (vanity), vanity lighting, dresser, dressing table, nightstands). The drydocks were scheduled for the period October 2019 through November 2020, at Fincantieri's shipyard in Palermo Sicily. (new facilities): bars (RedFrog, BlueIguana, Library, Alchemy, EA Sports), Guy's Burger, BlueIguana Cantina, Punchliners (George Lopez), DJ IRIE (Spin U /DJ Academy), Seuss at Sea (kids venue), Hasbro The Game Show, Playlist Productions (dining menu and show programming upgrades). In 2003-2008, by the SOE ("Signature of Excellence") program, HAL upgraded all older vessels, on which were also added new venues, stateroom categories, and amenities. Sites are situated in a large open area near the Ebbetts Pass Scenic Byway and the Pacific Crest Trail. To read more cruise ship technology news, please visit our engines-propulsion-fuel survey. A major refit, on the other hand, usually involves significant changes in construction (or services) and have an "unpleasant" tendency to start prior to the actual drydock (even during the sailing prior) and often continues into the first sailing after. select cabins and all suites received updated bathrooms, (deck 10) 25 new balcony and inside cabins, (deck 2) Lincoln Center Stage (chamber music hall), (deck 11) The Retreat (adult sundeck area) replaces the sunbathing canvas areas, major Royal and Penthouse Suites renovations, decor changes and renovations (pool area, Casino, Solarium), new relaxation/entertainment area (Rooftop Terrace, deck 12), new steakhouse restaurant (Tuscan Grille) replacing "SS United States"), new steakhouse restaurant (Tuscan Grille) replacing "Normandie"), Rooftop Terrace (taking some space from aft sundeck area), Future Cruise Sales desk (separate from Captain's Club), Cinema (redesigned to double as Conference Center), Top Deck Burger Bar (replacing Mast Grill), Major Suite renovations (Royal and Penthouse), Cabin upgrades (bathrooms, lighting, carpeting, drapes, bed linens, artwork, RFID door locks). During Carnival Dream's last dry-dock it received the following updates: Routine hotel maintenance Cosmetic enhancements in lounges and public areas such as new carpeting, wall coverings, tile work and lighting Alchemy Bar (replaced Plaza Bar at Ocean Plaza) Pizzeria del Capitano (replaced Carnival Deli) Corporation's main underwater teams are in Holland, Italy, and the Canaries. the Observation Lounge obtained a small library, nautical chart table, and self-service beverage station. to folks in their. Qsine Restaurant is added fleetwide and offers "Le Petit Chef" (virtual dining-entertainment experience) created by Skullmapping artists and presented by TableMation Studios exclusively for Celebrity Cruises. New public spaces include redesigned Lobby with Reception Hall (lower level) and Upper Hall (2nd level) connected via Grand Staircase (decorated with railings and balustrades) and featuring a large crystal chandelier (with hanging pieces of hand-painted glass). All big lines put their liners into dry dock every few years to update (or upgrade) them - it costs money, but again - it's cheaper than going on brand new ships. As a result, all cruises onboard the Radiance set to depart between Oct. 17, 2022, and Oct. 28, 2022 have been cancelled. MSC Cruises announced in late December 2013 the start of the EUR 200 refurbishment program (named "renaissance") involving not only the revitalization of all Lirica-class vessels but also stretching all four of them in the period 2014-2016 (a total of 38 drydock weeks). September 9, 2022. One of the industry's largest companies contracted for cruiseship and yacht interior outfitting (both of newbuilds and refitted boats) is De Wave Group (based in Genoa Italy). Appearance and fuel efficiency Oasis- and Quantum-class cabin updates, virtual balconies, Perfect Storm waterslides (Cyclone, Typhoon), The Blaster (aqua coaster, 244 m / 800 ft long 2-person raft slide), Riptide (headfirst mat racing waterslide with transparent tube), completely redesigned pool deck area (more swimming pools, Splash Pad for tots), Lime and Coconut (new 2-level bar with live music), To Dry For (blow dry bar - hairstyling, champagnes, and wines), Playmakers Sports Bar and Arcade (with "Owner's Box" VIP room), new restaurants (El Loco Fresh, Jamie's Italian, Hooked Seafood), Battle for Planet Z (Studio B) laser tag course, "The Perfect Storm" aquapark with two waterslides (Typhoon and Cyclone), "Battle for Planet Z" (laser tag course) in "Studio B" (ice-skating rink), "Adventure Ocean" (kids facilities) redesigned, kids programming (3-12 yo) upgraded. . Marin Lutheran Church. Carnival Victory's transformation into Carnival Radiance - March 19 through April 26, 2020. Here is how it will be: Carnival Miracle > Now to be in dry dock from in October and November. Carnival Cruise Line, the flagship brand of Miami-based Carnival Corp. (NYSE: CCL), is doubling down on its Galveston presence.