Access openings were cut near the keel, to gain entrance to the ballast tanks, where welding crews began replacing corroded steel in several locations. To comply with Lloyd's rules, over fifty sea valves were overhauled and inspections carried out on propellers, shafting and rudders. On Deck Five, this included new carpeting for the Crystal Plaza, new fittings for the Crystal Cove bar, and new marble d cor in all eight public bathrooms. In the Crystal dining room, which seats 500 passengers, James P. Colie of Miami was responsible for implementing a new interior design created by English specialists SMC Design. A contrasting cream was chosen for the upper walls and ceilings.
Counter tops are a speckled black granite, above which hang modern art works framed in gold.
On Deck Six, the Tiffany Deck, the upgrade included improvements to the stage lighting in the Hollywood Theatre and a makeover for the ship's four boutiques, which were remodeled from floor to ceiling. A similar effort went into the luxurious penthouse cabins on Deck 10. We've done our part to make sure she maintains her six-star rating and is ready for many more years of service. The Crystal Harmony left Portland Shipyard on May 24 and arrived in Vancouver on May 25 ready to start its first Alaska run for 2000. Cascade General operates Portland Shipyard, the largest and most complete ship repair and industrial facility on the West Coast of the United States.