Bolette has temporarily stepped out of service after arriving at the A&P Falmouth shipyard in the UK for a scheduled drydock.
For Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines, this is a routine but important part of keeping the ship in top condition. Every few years, vessels like Bolette undergo this kind of maintenance to make sure everything continues to run safely and smoothly.
The drydock allows engineers to inspect areas below the waterline, carry out technical servicing, and take care of long-term wear that simply can’t be handled while the ship is sailing.
This visit is planned to last 16 days, balancing behind-the-scenes maintenance with visible upgrades guests will notice onboard.
Fresh Updates Across Guest Areas
Alongside the technical work, Bolette is getting some thoughtful updates aimed at improving comfort and atmosphere for future sailings.
One of the most noticeable changes is a full refresh of the Colours & Tastes specialty restaurant, giving the venue a renewed look for returning guests.
The Neptune Lounge is also being enhanced with a new LED screen wall, which will improve onboard entertainment and presentations.
Elsewhere on the ship, new carpet is being installed in the Bloomsbury restaurant, while the Thermal Suite is receiving new flooring to improve both appearance and comfort.
More than 50 stateroom bathrooms are being refurbished, offering a cleaner, more modern feel for guests spending weeks onboard.
Even the dance floors in the Observatory and Oceans Bar are getting attention, with sanding and varnishing planned, while the main galley is being upgraded with new equipment to support daily operations.
The refit mirrors similar recent upgrades across the industry, including Holland America’s Westerdam, which has also returned from drydock with newly added cabins and refreshed public spaces.
Ready for a Long Caribbean Sailing
Once the work is complete, Bolette will return to service on February 8, 2026, welcoming guests aboard for a major Caribbean journey.
The ship is set to depart from Liverpool on a 32-night roundtrip cruise, giving travelers plenty of time to explore the Southern and Eastern Caribbean.
Stops on the itinerary include well-loved destinations such as Barbados, Grenada, St. Lucia, St. Maarten, Antigua and several islands in the Grenadines.
After completing the Caribbean voyage, Bolette will continue sailing from Liverpool throughout 2026, offering itineraries to Northern Europe, the Mediterranean and the Canary Islands.
The drydock follows similar work recently completed on Bolette’s sister ship, Borealis, reflecting Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ ongoing focus is on keeping its fleet refreshed, reliable and comfortable for guests.
