Legend Drydock 2011

[OrdieJ]

The big upgrade they are doing is taking the azipod propulsion system out and putting in a hyperdrive system!

[GayleR]

Likewise, I wouldn't expect anything major. This is just the usual periodic maintenance drydock. She may get cosmetic things like new carpets, new mattresses, etc, but no new structural components.

 

Yep, it's usually required maintenance. They usually do new carpets, fabrics and I'm betting flat screens will be put in the cabins.

 

I have to wait a whole year to sail on her. :mad: Well, the anticipation is fun too. :p We've never sailed on a Spirit class ship so we are looking forward to it. Gee, I'm not sure if I can get used to NOT having to go to deck 5 or 9 to go from one end of the ship to the other.

[tidecruiser]

Thanks for the replys. I agree, with just two weeks this would be a normal maintenance dry dock. Just was checking to see if anyone had heard anything that would be a nice surprise.

[jrannis]

Now that it is in dry dock wondering if anyone had heard anything? Seen anything, knows anyone working on the ship . . .etc . . .

[jtdlmc]

Now that it is in dry dock wondering if anyone had heard anything? Seen anything, knows anyone working on the ship . . .etc . . .

 

I read on another thread that while the passengers were getting off on Sunday, they were already lifting the waterslide off with a crane and clearing out the casino.

[jrannis]

I read on another thread that while the passengers were getting off on Sunday, they were already lifting the waterslide off with a crane and clearing out the casino.

 

great news, or at least news. Thanks for posting. Strange they were pulling off the waterslide, I would love to see it get a better waterslide, but probably was just in the way of other work and putting back same slide. anyways, thanks.

[zqvol]

Not much was planned. Don't expect to be able to tell that the ship has been in dry dock, except that the sea grass that was growing on the hull in December will be gone and hopefully the TVs will be flat screen.

[jtdlmc]

This from the Carnival website:

 

Highlights:

• Serenity – Will be located in former aft pool area and feature pool, whirlpool and full bar

• Conversion of Grand Suite 6182 to be ADA compliant

• Kids Pool Area – More colorful, playful design for floor and pool tiles; Addition of teak benches and plush outdoor toys

 

Other Updates:

• Lido Pool Area – Retiling pools, new whirlpools, new look for area including bars

• Casino – Reconfiguration of layout for slot machines & poker tables

• Dance Club – Removing TV wall, replacing furniture and fabrics

• Lido Restaurant – Replacing chairs (inside and outside) and carpet

• Dining Room – Replacing chairs

 

Planned for completion while in service in 2011:

• Stateroom TVs being replaced with flat screen LCDs

• Replace gym equipment

[Clearwater]

Per John Heald's post on Facebook this evening:

 

"during the Carnival Legend's dry dock these next two weeks she will get a beautiful adults only Serenity Deck"

[MagnoliaFly]

Per John Heald's post on Facebook this evening:

 

"during the Carnival Legend's dry dock these next two weeks she will get a beautiful adults only Serenity Deck"

 

Hellz yeah!!! Was so excited when I saw this.

[TCG AJG]

Per John Heald's post on Facebook this evening:

 

"during the Carnival Legend's dry dock these next two weeks she will get a beautiful adults only Serenity Deck"

 

Yay! DW and I sail Feb 20th without our kids. Nothing against other people's kids, but we were kinda worried about it being February break for lots of school systems; that our cruise might be one long episode of "Suite Life on Deck." A serenity area sounds fabulous.

[okwriter]

Sounds like anyone who has been on the Legend will sure enough be able to tell there were changes!

[clearwatergirl]

Wish I was scheduled for a cruise on my fave ship. Oh well, hopefully next year. Some family going on Legend in April. will be curious to hear their comments on the refurbishments and changes.

 

Maybe they'll be a Legend review commenting on changes by the end of the month. :)

[nomoredyess]

Per John Heald's post on Facebook this evening:

 

"during the Carnival Legend's dry dock these next two weeks she will get a beautiful adults only Serenity Deck"

 

Now this is exciting news!!!!

[MagnoliaFly]

Wish I was scheduled for a cruise on my fave ship. Oh well, hopefully next year. Some family going on Legend in April. will be curious to hear their comments on the refurbishments and changes.

 

Maybe they'll be a Legend review commenting on changes by the end of the month. :)

 

I'm not there till March but I'll be posting a detailed review for sure comparing the changes since we cruised on Legend last year. Can't wait to see what they do!

[kkestone]

whats the difference between a serenity deck and the adults only aft pool area. Sound like kids are restricted in each case

[Lady_Jag]

whats the difference between a serenity deck and the adults only aft pool area. Sound like kids are restricted in each case

 

Serenity deck is 18 and up and strictly enforced. The ones I've seen have had only hot tubs, but they also have the plushier padded loungers, big umbrellas, and wicker seating area. They also pipe in more soothing music.

 

[Clearwater]

More news today on the drydock:

 

From John Heald:

 

Carnival Legend. She will have a brand new disco with new design and a new serenity deck on lido aft. The ice cream machines have been moved as have the big plasma screens and it will be an exclusive strictly adults only area. It will have 44 upgraded sun lounges. 6 double bedded loungers, 10 love seats and hammocks.

[lharry]

More news today on the drydock:

 

From John Heald:

 

Carnival Legend. She will have a brand new disco with new design and a new serenity deck on lido aft. The ice cream machines have been moved as have the big plasma screens and it will be an exclusive strictly adults only area. It will have 44 upgraded sun lounges. 6 double bedded loungers, 10 love seats and hammocks.

 

Oooo la la!! :D

[golfb4cruzing]

nice touch...

[DDFla]

Love serenity on the Dream, looking forward to June.

[Boatingmom]

Sounds Sooo good:D

[Bookworm77]

I am so thrilled to see there will be a Serenity area added to the Legend!! We were on Glory last year and absolutely loved the area, especially the big double pappasan chairs.

 

We're on Legend this March and will be using this area a lot!!

[Clearwater]

I agree! I had a less than stellar experience on The Sensation on my last cruise and the Serenity area made it sooo much better. I was there often!

 

Also, someone asked about the slide if it was leaving and he said no, it would be reinstalled. I am curious for those cruising on her before me what it will look like with the Serenity and the slide?

 

Can't wait for reports!

[MagnoliaFly]

Sounds like it is going to look great. I'm wondering if they are going to have 1 or 2 whirlpools now over there and if the pool will stay or if they are taking it out to fit more chairs.

 

John heald said he'd post photos of the transformation soon on his FB page. Can't wait to see.