After a 7-week stay at the Chantier Naval shipyard in Marseille, the vessel AIDAluna re-entered service on December 10th, emerging from refit under AIDA's Evolution initiative with comprehensive upgrades to guest comfort, onboard amenities and sustainable technologies.
All passenger cabins and suites have been refurbished with updated decor, modern furnishings, updated balcony furniture, USB and USB-C ports, and improved lighting; newly created stern suites now feature private sun decks, expanded master bathrooms, and space for up to five guests, accommodating larger groups or families.
Public areas and amenities have been significantly refreshed: the ship now hosts ten restaurants and snack bars — including new venues — alongside 13 bars and cafes.
The entertainment spaces have been upgraded: the main venue has been modernized with improved lighting and sound systems; a new Fun Park, a redesigned Kids Club and a games centre have been introduced for younger travellers. Wellness-oriented facilities such as a new spa, Nail Spa and Hair Spa have been renovated.
Suite guests can look forward to a redesigned suite lounge and a newly fitted Sky Deck, complete with whirlpools, lounge furniture and cabanas.
The refit also embraced sustainability and circular-economy principles. Under the project led with Oceancircle, old carpets and fabric materials from AIDAluna and its sistership were recycled to produce carpet underlays (“Green Guard Underlay”) — a process that earned recognition: at the December 4th, Cruise Ship Interiors Awards (CSI), the recycled underlay was awarded “Sustainable Product of the Year.”
In addition to interior and amenity upgrades, AIDAluna underwent technical enhancements: a new reverse-osmosis system for fresh water production, testing of transparent solar films on the pool deck for renewable energy, a biocide-free hull coating to reduce friction and fuel consumption, and modernization of IT infrastructure with new data cabling, among other improvements.
The renovation marks the second major shipyard overhaul under the AIDA Evolution program. The company announced that further vessels in the fleet will undergo similar modernization — the next scheduled being AIDAbella in early 2026 and AIDAmar toward the end of 2026.
This refit reaffirms AIDA's commitment to extending the operational life of its midsize ships and offering an updated travel experience that combines comfort, entertainment variety and sustainable practices.