The Crystal Symphony has emerged from its drydock after the completion of a $23 million renovation project, the largest in the companys history.

The refurbishment included a renovation of the Symphony's staterooms and bathrooms and a complete reconstruction of its social lounge and casino. Boutiques, shops and the Bistro cafe were redone. A new nightclub was installed and the ship's main entertainment deck was redesigned.

The line said that in the last two years, it has invested over $35 million into construction projects on the Crystal Symphony in order to expand choices in dining, recreation and relaxation.

Some of the major changes to the Symphony:

Staterooms: Murano glass bedside lamps; Rubelli fabrics and leather headboard; LED reading lights; and liquid-crystal-display, flat-screen TVs. In the bathrooms, oval, glass sinks and granite countertops.

Entertainment areas: The Tiffany Deck (Deck 6) was given new color schemes, new construction and new lighting. A round bar with panoramic sea views was installed in the Satellite Club. The casino has new gaming machines and a new black-and-silver color palette. The new Luxe nightclub was constructed.

Shopping: The area was redesigned with white marble and black accents, with chandeliers. There's a private viewing space for guests to consider high-end jewelry purchases.

Dining: The Bistro Cafe features new decorative tiles, wall finishings and fresh upholstery in russets and earth-tone colors.

Technology: The Computer University@Sea was outfitted with new equipment and wireless Internet access. The ship has cell phone service.

To contact reporter Johanna Jainchill, send e-mail to [email protected].

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