The Crystal Symphony is currently at a shipyard in Italy for a major refurbishment.
The 1996-built vessel kicked off its three-week drydock in early November following a summer season of sailing in the Mediterranean.
According to Crystal, the Symphony is now scheduled to undergo a series of updates aimed at enhancing the aesthetic and functional aspects of suites and spaces.
The upgrades are being executed by De Wave Group, along with Gerolamo Scorza and Trident Maritime Systems.
One of the spaces set to undergo a major transformation is the ship’s atrium, which will be given a more modern and fluid layout with additional seating.
Key updates include the removal of the water feature, the relocation of the piano, a two-story mosaic produced by DeCastelli and a new chandelier.
A traditional feature of the area, the Dance bronze statue by Japanese sculptor Satoru Kitago, is also being removed.
The piece will be auctioned as part of Crystal’s partnership with MD Anderson Cancer Center, with part of the proceeds set to be donated to cancer research.
Other areas set to undergo enhancements include the Stair Lobbies, the Crystal Cove bar, the Starlite Club and the Bistro.
While all suites and staterooms will get new carpets and wall coverings, the Aquamarine and Sapphire Classic suites on Deck 10 will be outfitted with new furnishings aligning with the design style introduced during the ship’s 2023 transformation.
The 50,000-ton vessel is also scheduled to undergo a major technical upgrade that includes a complete overhaul of the stabilizerss, renewal of both evaporators and the installation of new fuel and oil purifiers designed to accommodate biodiesel.
After completing its refurbishment, the Crystal Symphony is set to welcome guests back in late November for a 15-night cruise to Africa. The open-jaw itinerary sails from Portugal before ending in Ghana.
Following the repositioning voyage, the 606-guest vessel will spend most of the upcoming winter season sailing to destinations in Africa, the Indian Ocean and Southeast Asia.
