Three Week Drydock for Crystal Ship Ahead of Caribbean Season

The project is focused on refining the onboard experience through various updates to the Aquamarine Classic Suite category and several public spaces

Crystal has announced that Crystal Serenity will enter a three-week drydock in October 2026 for a scheduled refurbishment of select areas of the ship.

The project is focused on refining the onboard experience through various updates to the Aquamarine Classic Suite category and several public spaces.

The drydock will see a complete refit of the Aquamarine Classic Suites’ living area and bathrooms on deck 10. While preserving their existing layout and bathroom configurations, these suites will be outfitted with new furnishings, aligning with the design style introduced during the ship’s 2023 transformation. Additionally, the corridors on deck 10 will receive new carpet and wallpaper.

As well as the suite enhancements, several public spaces will also be updated. This includes a new Pool Bar, Located on deck 12 mid-ship, Atrium and Crystal Cove, Waterside Restaurant, Stardust Club, Seahorse Pool: Guests will be pleased to find new loose furniture in the areas around the pool and Marketplace.

Bernie Leypold, Crystal’s senior vice president of hotel operations, comments:

“Following the successful drydock of Crystal Symphony, our work aboard Crystal Serenity is guided first and foremost by the guest experience. These enhancements underscore our commitment to creating meaningful, memorable experiences for our guests at every touchpoint, while ensuring that Crystal Serenity continues to feel as welcoming and enriching as the journeys themselves.”
Crystal Serenity is expected to resume service on 8th November 2026 on a 15-day Transatlantic voyage from Lisbon to Fort Lauderdale where she will the begin her Caribbean season.

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