Side-by-side cruise ship comparison · Updated January 2026
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across 5 categories
Size
Based on gross tonnage and length
Capacity
Based on passengers and crew
Modernity
Based on year built
Service
Based on passenger-to-crew ratio (lower is better)
Spaciousness
Based on gross tonnage per passenger (higher is better)
Adventure of the Seas
Carnival Celebration
Gross Tonnage
Adventure of the Seas
137,276 GT
Carnival Celebration
183,521 GT
Length
Adventure of the Seas
311 m
Carnival Celebration
344 m
Beam
Adventure of the Seas
48 m
Carnival Celebration
42 m
Passengers
Adventure of the Seas
3,114
Carnival Celebration
5,374
Crew
Adventure of the Seas
1,185
Carnival Celebration
1,735
Decks
Adventure of the Seas
—
Carnival Celebration
—
Year Built
Adventure of the Seas
2,001
Carnival Celebration
2,022
Space Ratio
Adventure of the Seas
44.1 GT/pax
Carnival Celebration
34.1 GT/pax
Passenger:Crew Ratio
Adventure of the Seas
2.63 :1
Carnival Celebration
3.10 :1
| Specification | Adventure of the Seas | Carnival Celebration |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Cruise Line | Royal Caribbean International | Carnival Cruise Line |
| Class | Voyager Class | Excel Class |
| Status | active | active |
| Year Built | 2,001 | 2,022Winner |
| Dimensions | ||
| Gross Tonnage | 137,276 GT | 183,521 GTWinner |
| Length | 311 m | 344 mWinner |
| Beam | 48 mWinner | |
| Capacity | ||
| Passengers | 3,114 | 5,374Winner |
| Crew | 1,185 | 1,735Winner |
| Key Ratios | ||
| Space Ratio | 44.1 GT/paxWinner | 34.1 GT/pax |
| Passenger:Crew Ratio | 2.63:1Winner | 3.10:1 |
| Build | ||
| Builder | Kvaerner Masa-Yards | Meyer Turku |
| Flag | Bahamas | Panama |
| IMO Number | 9168705 | 9837456 |
Carnival Celebration is the significantly larger vessel at 183,521 GT — 34% more than Adventure of the Seas's 137,276 GT. Adventure of the Seas offers more personal space with a space ratio of 44.1 GT per passenger versus 34.1. Built in 2022, Carnival Celebration is 21 years newer — an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Carnival Celebration |
| Capacity | Carnival Celebration |
| Modernity | Carnival Celebration |
| Service | Adventure of the Seas |
| Spaciousness | Adventure of the Seas |
Bottom line: Carnival Celebration wins more categories (3 vs 2), making it the stronger all-round choice based on current data.
Adventure of the Seas
Well-suited for cruise newcomers
Large 3,114-guest capacity offers competitive pricing
3,114 passengers means tons of activities
44 GT/pax means plenty of quiet space
Carnival Celebration
Large 5,374-guest capacity offers competitive pricing
5,374 passengers means tons of activities
Built in 2022 with modern facilities — great for a first cruise
Comfortable atmosphere for two
Free cancellation on most rooms
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Medical, trip cancellation & luggage cover
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42 m |
| Draft | 9.2 mWinner | 8.6 m |
| Decks | — | — |
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