Carnival Fascination, which debuted in 1994 with a 70,367-tonne 2,052-passenger ship received the second phase refurbishment of the "Evolutions of Fun" project, part of a $ 350,000,000 program to refurbish eight middle-aged Fantasy-class ships, through extensive makeovers modifications of public areas, open spaces and cabins. During the refurbishment Fascination underwent a major refurbishment in the solarium part also welcoming the famous WaterWorks slide, The amidships pool was redesigned in a tropical style with huge parasols, thatched-roof whirlpools. The "Serenity" part dedicated only to the adult public has also been introduced, complete with whirlpools, deck chairs and umbrellas. Additionally, 98 balconies have been added to the staterooms, and several suites have been modernized and redesigned with larger balconies.