These Cruise Ships Are Getting Makeovers in 2025

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Wondering if your favourite cruise ship will get an upgrade in 2025? Here’s a simple guide to all the changes and improvements happening so you’ll know exactly what’s new for your next cruise!

Carnival Miracle

The Carnival Miracle cruise ship sails in the open ocean, its blue and white exterior gleaming under the clear blue sky, with the ship's red funnel adding a pop of color to the serene marine scene.

Scheduled for refurbishment (Mar 30 – May 10, 2025), Carnival Miracle will see general updates like new carpeting, modern lighting enhancements, and refreshed cabin amenities.

Guests might also welcome popular Carnival venues such as updated dining areas, revitalised bar spaces, and improved entertainment options, delivering a more contemporary and enjoyable cruising experience.

Allure of the Seas

Royal Caribbean's Allure of the Seas, one of the largest cruise ships in the world, captured from an aerial angle as it sails the open sea. The ship's deck bustles with amenities, including an aqua theater and green spaces, against the vast backdrop of the ocean.

Royal Caribbean’s Allure of the Seas is undergoing a substantial upgrade from late February to April 2025. Get ready for thrilling additions, including the Perfect Storm waterslides, the exhilarating Ultimate Abyss dry slide, and an action-packed laser tag arena.

Foodies will appreciate new dining experiences such as the Southern-inspired Mason Jar and the colourful Pesky Parrot Tiki Bar. The ship will also showcase enhancements to the pool deck, refreshed family zones, and brand-new luxurious panoramic suites boasting spectacular views.

Norwegian Bliss

The Norwegian Cruise Line Bliss sails through clear blue waters, with green islands visible in the distance. The ship's expansive decks are filled with amenities, including pools and lounging areas, showcasing its luxurious and spacious design against a stunning seascape backdrop.

Norwegian Bliss is set for significant enhancements (Jan 17 – Feb 2, 2025). A highlight includes the introduction of Horizon Park, an innovative outdoor area featuring lawn-style games and relaxing ocean-view seating.

The luxurious Haven suites will be expanded, offering spacious multi-bedroom accommodations alongside additional balcony cabins. Dining will reach new heights with Palomar seafood restaurant replacing Ocean Blue, the addition of Cagney’s Steakhouse, and the Teppanyaki hibachi grill.

Regal Princess

The image shows the Regal Princess, a large, multi-deck cruise ship from **Princess Cruises**, docked at a pier. The ship's sleek white exterior contrasts with the vibrant blue of the many balcony levels, and the lifeboats are visible along its side. The ship is framed against a backdrop of a partly cloudy sky, emphasizing its massive size and luxury features, as it sits calmly by the water.

Scheduled for a technical dry dock in Rotterdam in April 2025, Regal Princess will undergo important improvements to propulsion, navigation, and safety systems. While no major guest area changes are planned, passengers will benefit from enhanced ship reliability, efficiency, and comfort throughout their journey.

Majestic Princess

The image features the Majestic Princess cruise ship in the beautiful harbor of Sydney, Australia. The iconic Sydney Opera House with its unique sail-like design and the Sydney Harbour Bridge, known for its arch-based structure, are both prominently visible, framing the vessel. The image captures the essence of Sydney's maritime allure, with the elegant cruise ship contributing to the dynamic and picturesque waterfront of this world-renowned city.

Majestic Princess will undergo routine maintenance in Palermo in March 2025. Expect essential updates to cabins and public spaces, including refreshed carpets, upholstery, and amenities. These subtle improvements ensure a continuously luxurious and seamless cruising experience.

Crown Princess

A photo of the Crown Princess cruise ship in Jamaica

Crown Princess will receive extensive maintenance (Nov 29 – Dec 18, 2025), focusing on technical enhancements to propulsion, navigation, and safety systems. Interiors will also see notable improvements, including refreshed cabins, updated furnishings in public areas, and contemporary décor enhancements.

After refurbishment, the ship will resume service from Brisbane, Australia, offering a comfortable, modern onboard atmosphere.

Celebrity Eclipse

This image shows the Celebrity Eclipse cruise ship arriving in Sydney, with the iconic Sydney Opera House visible in the background. The ship's sleek, modern design stands out as it glides through the harbor at sunset, creating a beautiful contrast between the deep blue hull and the warm hues of the evening sky. A tugboat can be seen assisting the ship as it makes its approach to the dock, emphasizing the grandeur of the vessel against the scenic city backdrop.

Celebrity Eclipse’s Spring 2025 refurbishment will elevate onboard luxury with fresh carpeting, new stateroom furnishings, and comfortable balcony furniture.

Guests will appreciate refined decor in public areas and enhanced amenities, continuing Celebrity Cruises’ tradition of premium quality.

Aurora

P&Os cruise ship Aurora sailing on the sea.

P&O Cruises’ Aurora will undergo extensive updates in April 2025, featuring stylish balcony furniture and revitalised deck areas for optimal outdoor relaxation.

Public spaces will receive sophisticated design upgrades, including new carpeting, seating, and elegant decor. Additionally, expect refreshed poolside furniture, lounge upgrades, and enhanced dining area furnishings to enhance the ship’s adult-only appeal.

Disney Fantasy

Disney Fantasy sailing on the ocean.

Disney Fantasy enters dry dock in late 2025 with exciting enhancements focused on entertainment venues, immersive updates in kids’ clubs featuring beloved Disney characters, and refreshed family-friendly public spaces.

Guests can anticipate potential additions such as new water play areas, revamped dining concepts, and upgraded theater and lounge technology, preserving Disney Cruise Line’s magical reputation.

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