This would cost the company between US$10-30 million per ship. (new) Gelateria Amarillo (premium ice-cream shop) and Pizzeria Pummid'Oro (Italian pizzas with 100% natural products), renovated and redesigned dining room and wellness complex (spa and gym), redesign of many public areas, regular safety and maintenance works, Waikiki Teens Lounge transformed into Beach Lounge, Seaside Lounges equipped with windbreaks and heaters, outdoor areas of Anytime Bar and Ocean Bar refurbished with new furniture, pool deck area fully modernized and redesigned, American cuisine (burgers, bagels, wrap) introduced, Rossini restaurant transformed into Selection Restaurant (regional specialties), Eisbar by Langnese Happiness Station (ice cream bar, Deck 11). 6 AM Dry Dock. CarnivalShips480 327 March 6, 2022 United States #8 Posted July 16, 2022 2 hours ago, Old Fart Cruisers said: We will be on the same cruise. Carnival Dream (DR) Fact Sheet - GoCCL ABB installed its shore-power equipment on 11x HAL ships. all cabins upgraded with custom-made Princess Luxury beds, a renovated wellness center (Fitness Center, Lotus Spa), retail shops, corridors, hallways, Princess Theatre (indoor movie lounge) received new LED screen (sized 15x5 m / 49x16 ft). (all R-class vessels) - upgrades total cost USD 50 million, Insignia 2018 (November 18 - December 6), Freeport Bahamas. Bionic Bar replaced Champagne Bar, Music Hall replaced Dazzles Disco. Switchover (ship-to-shore power) at seaports takes around 20 min. Retail shops are expanded with new brands - including Hublot (luxury Swiss watches) and Shinola (luxury watches, jewellery, premium leather goods). Drydocks are typically scheduled in the first half of the year or Q4,not during the highest yielding Q3. Cruise review , rated 4.3 out of 5 stars by member NathanW35 . Carnival Cruise Line, the flagship brand of Miami-based Carnival Corp. (NYSE: CCL), is doubling down on its Galveston presence. We make sure cruisers are fully prepared for their cruise vacation with tips on ships and ports. Price-inclusive amenities also include expedited dinner seating, priority services (embarkation/disembarkation), complimentary wine, expanded menu, premium bathrobes. (USD 25 million) - technical maintenance works, machinery upgrades, updates to interior spaces, Hideout (teen lounge) received AstroTurf and titled flooring (outside) and new furniture (loungers, deckchairs, bar stools), all staterooms fully refurbished, new cabin bathrooms fitted with UV-free Antimicrobial Light technology, 56 cabins fully renovated (flooring/carpets, fixed furniture, soft furnishings, light fixers and fittings), unscheduled drydock in Italy for repairs of the tabilizers, 6-month drydock at San Giorgio del Porto shipyard, routine maintenance (machinery overhaul, classification works, cabin upgrades), all staterooms were modernized, all public spaces were renovated with new soft furnishing and carpets. During this dry-dock the Carnival Breeze received the red, white, & blue livery on the exterior of the ship. Ultimate Abyss (10-deck high waterslide),"The Perfect Storm" (3-deck high, 3-waterslides complex), "Sugar Beach" (ice-cream/candies), "Beach Shop" (pool wear), Adventure Ocean (kids complex) completely refurbished-redesigned, teen facilities redesigned, Card Room replaced by Royal Escape Room (adventure gaming/team-building exercises) dedicated to "Mission Control: Apollo 18" (puzzle game), "The Lime and Coconut Bar" (2-level poolside bar lounge), H2O Zone redesigned to "Splashaway Bay" (outdoor playground/kids aquapark), new dining venues - Portside BBQ (a la carte steakhouse restaurant), El Loco Fresh (outdoor fast-food bar), Giovanni's Italian Kitchen and Wine Bar (upgraded food and wine menus, hand-tossed pizzas, charcuterie/meat station), Spotlight Karaoke (bar lounge with 2 private rooms for parties), new Quantum-class venues - "Music Hall" (2-deck dancing lounge) and "Bionic Bar by Makr Shakr" (served by 2 robotic bartenders), "Clash for the Crystal City" (new laser tag game at Studio B's Ice Rink), all staterooms renovated, redesigned mini-golf course, many existing venues will be also redesigned and renovated, Perfect Storm with waterslides (Cyclone, Typhoon), The Blaster (water coaster) and Riptide (mat racing slide), Splashaway Bay (interactive water playground), pool deck's sunbathing areas will receive more shaded seating (including daybeds, hammocks, swing seats, casitas/wooden cabins), Solarium renewed, new venues - To Dry For (blow-dry bar), Lime and Coconut (2-level bar with live music), Bamboo Room (bar lounge), Johnny Rockets Express, Playmakers Sports Bar and Arcade, Starbucks Bar, The Observatorium (Royal Escape Room), new restaurants - El Loco Fresh, Giovannis Italian Kitchen, Hooked Seafood, Izumi Hibachi & Sushi, Battle for Planet Z (laser tag course at Studio B) for "Clash for the Crystal City" gaming experience, Splashaway Bay (large-sized interactive aqua park) with water slides (Cyclone, Typhoon, Boomerango), water cannons and fountains, pools, drench bucket, Izumi (Japanese restaurant with Teppanyaki grills), trampoline park, laser tag course, larger ice rink, FlowRider, new "Panoramic Ocean View" category cabins, Fish and Ships (poolside a-la-carte food bar), Sugar Beach (ice cream bar/candy shop), Portofino replaced by Giovanni's Table (Italian restaurant), Vintages (wine bar) replaces Champagne Bar, Seaside private dining room replaced by inside cabins, Explorer's Court replaced with 1 inside cabin, Wi-Fi upgraded to shipwide, VOOM Internet available, Hollywood Odyssey replaced by Concierge Club, Chops Grille, Spa and retail shops redesigned, new 89 cabins (26 panoramic oceanviews, one 2-bedroom family suite, 24 new outside, and balcony staterooms), Perfect Storm aquapark with waterslides (Cyclone, Typhoon, Boomerango), new restaurants/bars: Izumi (Asian), Giovanni's Table (Italian), steakhouse, Vintages bar, Sabor (Mexican), a poolside large-size outdoor movie screen, amenities upgrades - faster Internet (Voom), Perfect Storm (waterslides "Cyclone" and "Typhoon"), laser tag course ("Battle for Planet Z" / glow-in-the-dark gaming room), The Observatorium (Escape Room by Puzzle Break), Jamie's Italian Restaurant (replaced Giovanni's Table), Perfect Storm aquapark, 3 waterslides (Cyclone, Typhoon, Boomerango- raft slide), new restaurants/bars - Izumi (Asian), Sabor (Mexican), Giovanni's Table (Italian), Chef's Table, propulsion system repairs (1 of the 3 Azipods has worn bearings); to fix a damaged propeller, new theater programming (Mamma Mia); new venues (Deck 16: Sabor Taqueria, Tequila Bar); Dynamic Dining. The Atrium received custom-made chandelier, new flooring, refurbished lobby areas (plus new banquette seating, large HDTV). Major cruise ship overhauls may include reconstructing or adding new cabins, lounges, restaurants, a SPA facility, swimming pool(s), sometimes adding a whole new deck, and even better - a whole midsection, like the case of MS Enchantment of the Seas refurbishment / lengthening in 2005 (next photo and the YouTube video below). The majority of those joined the fleets owned by the world's biggest cruise companies - Carnival Corporation and RCCL-Royal Caribbean - via their subsidiaries/brands. Penthouse-Vista-Owner suites' bathrooms were enlarged and upgraded with Carrara marble tops, onyx, polished granite. Marella Cruises UK Marella Explorer (fka TUI Mein Schiff 1), Marella Cruises UK Marella Discovery (fka Splendour of the Seas), Marella Cruises UK Marella Discovery 2 (fka Legend of the Seas), 2020 (April 2 - May 1) Lisnave Shipyard, Setubal Portugal, 2022 (Oct 28 - Nov 13),Cammell Laird (Birkenhead/Liverpool), general maintenance, engineering works, public areas renovations, cabin refurbishments, general maintenance, engineering works, public areas renovations, cabin refurbishments), (USD 18 million) general maintenance, engineering works, public areas and cabin renovations, new venues (Tea Room, Photo Gallery), Windstar superyachts (fleet's smallest ships), (USD 10 million for both yachts, in Freeport). Note: These are deckplan changes made during refurbs before OceaniaNEXT. They can be dispatched to any location in a matter of hours, providing fast-response vessel inspections, repairs, refurbishments, equipment installation-replacement. In 2020-2021, Carnival Victory was renamed "Carnival Radiance" (upgraded to Sunshine-Class at Navantia/Cadiz Spain). 2020 drydock (USD 30 million) - technical maintenance works, regular maintenance (all staterooms and public spaces), new carpeting, upholstery. Carnival Cruise Line Fleet Location and Status: January Update Read the Carnival Dream review by Cruiseline.com member NathanW35 from May 21, 2022 of the 8 Night Eastern Caribbean (Galveston Roundtrip) cruise. ZOE is a voice-enabled artificial intelligence device available in all passenger staterooms. On the ships Amsterdam, Noordam and Zaandam, the old Crow's Nest (top-deck panoramic bar lounge) were replaced by EXC (Explorations Central). Noordam (2019) - Billboard Onboard, Microsoft Studio, Fujifilm Wonder Photo Shop, pickleball court (Sports Deck), all suites renovated and updated with new furniture, renovated (furniture and carpeting) were Pinnacle Bar, Pinnacle Grill, Dining Room, Lido Market, Spa & Salon. Carnival Cruise Line temporarily pulled the vessel from service after encountering an issue with the ship's maximum speed in late November. ZOE speaks 7 languages, answers cruise-related questions, provides info on shipboard services-activities-facilities, makes reservations-bookings. new designer boutiques (Decks 5 and 8 /shopping arcade: Coach, Kate Spade New York, Michael Kors), Ultimate Abyss (10-deck high waterslide), "The Perfect Storm" (3-deck high, 3-waterslides complex), Blaze Lounge upgraded-redesigned to Blaze Comedy Club (Comedy Live now Diamond Lounge), On Air Club (karaoke-sports bar) replaced by "Spotlight Karaoke" (with 2 private rooms for parties), 3 old venues ("Cups and Scoops", "Arcade", "Sabor Mexican") replaced by "Playmakers Sports Bar and Arcade", Sabor Bar replaced by Ultimate Abyss waterslide's landing area, Candy Beach replaced by "Sugar Beach" and "Beach Shop", Picture This (portrait studio) replaced by Central Park Library, Adventure Ocean (kids complex) completely refurbished-redesigned, Card Room replaced by Royal Escape Room (adventure gaming/team building exercises) dedicated to "Mission Control: Apollo 18" (puzzle game), added "The Perfect Storm" (3-waterslides complex), "Pool Bar" and "Sand Bar" replaced by "The Lime and Coconut Bar" (level 1 of 2), H2O Zone redesigned to "Splashaway Bay" (outdoor playground/kids aqua park), The Living Room (teen lounge) replaced by "Portside BBQ" (a la carte restaurant, teen facilities (Fuel Disco, The Back Deck) redesigned, Wipe Out Cafe replaced by El Loco Fresh (outdoor food bar), 2 outdoor venues ("Sky Bar" and "Mast Bar") replaced by The Lime and Coconut Bar (level 2 of 2),added 2 whirlpools, Aft Deck 16 installed entry-level for Ultimate Abyss (10-deck waterslide) replacing Wipe Out Bar, new Quantum-Class venues - "Music Hall" (2-deck dancing lounge) and "Bionic Bar" (served by robotic bartenders). The list of scheduled for drydocks Celebrity ships (by the Celebrity Revolution project) is shown in the following table: Celebrity Eclipse (2022, at VIGOR Portland OR) regular maintenance and technical works, "Celebrity Revolution" fleetwide modernization project (USD 0,5 billion). RCI drydocks are usually conducted at the shipyards in Freeport (Grand Bahama), Singapore, and Cadiz (Navantia's shipyard in Puerto Real). Carnival Pride, dry dock/refurb Spring 2023? - Carnival Cruise Lines The ships first cruise back is a six-day western Caribbean sailing out of Galveston, Texas. Carnival Cruise Line Announces Major Dry Dock Makeover For Carnival All links in the following table are internal (CruiseMapper) and redirect to the ship's deck plan page. The ship will also get a new wellness area with gym, lounge and treatment rooms; an Expedition Launch (the tender area) and a Science Centre will be added, and the outdoor hot tubs will be. Carnival Magic's 2023 Sailings from Norfolk Now Open for Reservations Two new Haven Deluxe Owner Suites added (112 m2 + balcony 53 m2, with terrace whirlpool). 2017 March 25 - April 4 (Lloyd Werft Bremerhaven Germany). Carnival . Carnival Celebration Year Built: 2022 Capacity: 5,200 guests Status: Under construction Location: Turku, Finland The Carnival Celebration is currently being built in Turku, Finland. The 60-day project (at Navantia Shipyard in Cadiz Spain) was budgeted ~USD 200 million. Carnival Sunrise - March 6. ULTIMATE Carnival Legend Ship Tour Post Dry Dock Renovations! Additional cabanas added to Sun Deck. See Carnival Dream's 2023 to 2024 schedule and popular upcoming cruise itineraries on Cruise Critic. On Awakening In-Person. For comparison, Carnival Destiny-Sunshine conversion (2013) cost ~USD 155M. 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. On Deck 16 aft, Camp Discovery's Outdoor Play Area was upgraded with an interactive water table. ZOE speaks 7 languages, answers cruise-related questions, provides info on shipboard services-activities-facilities, makes reservations-bookings. Carnival Cruise Line has announced that it will expand its offerings in Galveston, Texas with the addition of a fourth cruise ship in the Carnival Miracle.. the 133,500-ton Carnival Panorama set to debut in 2019 and two as-yet-unnamed 180,000 . That means California might be the place for you. 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). Carnival Dream first entered service in 2009 and is 130,000 gross tons with a guest capacity of 3,646 at double occupancy. The world's first global underwater ship repair service provider is Wartsila (CruiseMapper tagged news) - any marine services and maintenance works, regardless of the ship's current location. This list . Fixture of LED and different color temp fluorescents around the ship . The design is inspired by the navy sailor uniforms and the iconic colors of the cruise line, which are featured on the funnel. Older ships are despatched to dry dock each three years with newer vessels going as soon as each 5 years on common. (drydock 2017) new kids area, updated pool deck LED screen, 87 more connecting cabins, Grand Princess (2022, at VIGOR Portland OR) - regular maintenance and technical works, last drydock as Dawn Princess in 2017 (May 27 - June 22, Singapore), (2020) USD 30 million drydocking before joining P&O Australia) - maintenance works, renovations to public areas and all cabins (carpeting, upholstery), (drydock 2023) on Deck 17 were installed the Twin-Racer (142 m-long dealing waterslide) and the P&O Edge Adventure Park (Zipline, Cargo Net, Walk the Plank, Beam Walk, Rock Climbing Wall), drydock 2021(fka Star Princess / 2-week drydocking before joining P&O Australia). The ship will be heading to dry dock in late April, forcing the line to cancel four sailings from April 23 to May 21, 2022. technical upgrades (Wheelhouse refit, cabin upgrades, new scrubbers and propellers), drydock 2020 (technical upgrades, cabin refurbs), "Norwegian Edge" 2016 (May-June) Freeport, (2017 drydock) extensive updates to all public areas and staterooms, "Norwegian Edge" 2017 March (Freeport Bahamas), "Norwegian Edge" 2018 Oct-Nov (Singapore), (drydock 2022) regular maintenance and technical works. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. YSAs Dornelas and Sigurdsen to head up new sustainability division, Former HAL vessel to join Celestyal Cruises fleet, Newly enhanced Carnival Elation back to JAXPORT. "Clash for the Crystal City" is a new laser tag game at Studio B's Ice Rink. The technology allows docked in ports cruise ships to receive shoreside power supply (from the city's grid) and turn off their engines, thus reducing to zero emissions and noise. Some 24 ships are scheduled to enter dry dock during the second quarter. In 2017, Wartsila (Finnish marine corporation) acquired Trident BV (a global provider of commercial diving services) Via Trident, Wartsila offers worldwide underwater repairs, propulsion systems overhaul, regular maintenance works (hull cleaning, propeller polishing, welding), scrubber-cleaning and retrofitting, even major underwater overhauls. MIAMI, Dec. 9, 2020 - Carnival Cruise Line has established dry dock plans for three of its ships, and as part of its gradual, phased-in return to operations in 2021, will defer the deployment of the vessels until after the work is completed. Carnival Dream looks all-new as the vessel adorns the red, white, and blue hull design that will eventually roll out across all ships in the fleet. Carnival Sunrise Pulled for Maintenance in 2022, Four Sailings Cancelled All public areas received new LED lighting and carpeting, The 5-day contract with the Drydocks general maintenance works, regular maintenance, repairs, technical upgrades, redesigning and renovating of several public areas, Gym updated (new fitness equipment, cyberobics workouts), regular maintenance, technical upgrades, hull cleaning/painting, Body & Soul Organic Spa (new Hypoxi Studio), new Fashion Accessories (shopping area for sunglasses, leather goods, handbags), new dining lounge (Almhutte) for traditional Alpine cuisine and live music, complimentary food, and service, beverages cost extra, AIDA Shopping World (retail via a partnership with Gebr. Carnival adds 4th ship to Galveston, offers longer cruises with So far in 2019, several Carnival cruise ships have already been refurbished in dry dock. Copyright 2023. Often vessels' need unscheduled repairs - not matching with planned maintenance schedules. Departures on January 24, 31, February 7, and February 21, 2022, have all dropped a call to Key. Carnival Celebration will sail out of Miami all year round. "The Haven" complex received courtyard updates, all villas and suites received new finishes, tiles, drapes, carpets, artworks, furniture. To read more cruise ship technology news, please visit our engines-propulsion-fuel survey. Cruise Ship Refurbishment Schedule, Dry-Dock News - CruiseMapper 2018 (January 31- March 1) Freeport Bahamas, 2020 (Royal Amplified) January 12 - March 7, (USD 65 million) - general maintenance, technical overhauls, refreshed interiors, new attractions (Laser Tag, Escape Room), routine maintenance (hull cleaning and painting, mechanical/machinery inspections and upgrades), open-deck spaces renovations (sundeck, swimming pools), recarpeting of all indoor public areas (hallways, bars, lounges). The second of Carnival's new Excel Class of cruise ships after Mardi Gras, Carnival Celebration made her maiden voyage on 6th November 2022. The new public spaces and cabins were designed by the NYC-based "The Johnson Studio at Cooper Carry". During the upgrade, she received the new red, white and . The music system and lighting were upgraded (to the steps and swimming pool) and new wall lighting was installed. Casino and Conference Room (new curtains, chairs), (Deck 5) 9x Terrace Suite refitted to Veranda Suites, all cabins upgraded with 40-inch flat TVs (interactive system), all cabin bathrooms (repolished granite countertops). Carnival Dream entered dry dock recently to receive some major enhancements and new additions. Carnival Dream - February 2022 - March 2022 Carnival Elation - January 2023 . The surrounding family lounging area was updated with new patio furniture, fixtures, finishes. From fall 2024 to spring 2025, Carnival Miracle will . Seatrade, a trading name of Informa Markets (UK) Limited. Meetings - Intergroup | Central Office serving SF & Marin The hull already had the new blue paint, and Guy's/Seafood Shack is already onboard. Carnival Valor will be the next ship in the fleet to receive the new livery design, and that is set to be completed at the end of July 2021. Note1: All Singapore-based vessel refurbishment projects are done by Sembcorp Marine (at the Admiralty Yard). The water-park area is protected by wind panels (throughout) and has Shade Canopy (seating area covered with canvas canopies). Teenagers' exclusive hangout will be updated and will be added to an adjacent outdoor laid-back/sun deck. '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. new category cabin (Club-Class Mini-Suite) offers VIP amenities and reserved dining area. Due to the impact of the Coronavirus crisisand IMO's new maritime regulations, all major cruise shipping companies started to sell (and eventually replace) the fleet's oldest units to smaller travel operators. In such cases are used teams of underwater specialists for fast, high-quality repairs, thus avoiding potential loss of income due to drydocking. In addition, a separate non-smoking area was added in the casinos of Nieuw Rotterdam, Nieuw Statendam and Koningsdam. addition of 21 cabins Lanai category and contemporary bar, Mix. RCI's "Royal Advantage" renovation program (2011-2016) was budgeted USD 300 million. Among its regular clients are Carnival, Royal Caribbean, Star Cruises (Asia). Carnival Corp. & plc currently plans 802 dry dock days in 2022, optimizing time out of service to prepare ships for resuming passenger operations. (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).