Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has welcomed guests back on board its flagship vessel, Bolette, following the completion of a 16‑day dry dock programme at APCL A&P Falmouth

It comes after Bolette entered the facility on 18 January for scheduled maintenance, technical inspections and a series of enhancements.

During the dry dock, interior refurbishments were carried out across guest spaces, including refreshed finishes in The Observatory and The Ocean Bar, new carpeting in the main dining room, and revitalised guest corridors and stairwells. More than 50 guest cabin bathrooms were also renovated.

Bolette’s speciality restaurant, Colours & Tastes, has undergone a complete interior transformation as part of a wider fleet refresh. From 2026, the eatery will offer a new rotating menu inspired by global flavours, including Grill, Italian and Asian cuisines.

Enhancements were also made to the Neptune Lounge, which included the installation of a new LED wall and aerial performance structures, enabling higher production values and a new evening entertainment programme.

Bolette was also fitted with more efficient propeller blades, helping to maintain strong operational performance while supporting the line’s environmental targets.

Samantha Stimpson, CEO of Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines, said: “We are delighted to welcome guests back on board Bolette to enjoy her refreshed spaces and enhanced onboard experiences following a successful dry dock period.

“We greatly value our long-standing partnership with APCL A&P Falmouth, whose expertise is instrumental in helping us maintain our fleet to the high standards our guests expect while ensuring Bolette continues to operate efficiently and responsibly.”