Side-by-side cruise ship comparison · Updated January 2026
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 Jubilee
Gross Tonnage
Adventure of the Seas
137,276 GT
Carnival Jubilee
183,521 GT
Length
Adventure of the Seas
311 m
Carnival Jubilee
344 m
Beam
Adventure of the Seas
48 m
Carnival Jubilee
42 m
Passengers
Adventure of the Seas
3,114
Carnival Jubilee
5,374
Crew
Adventure of the Seas
1,185
Carnival Jubilee
1,735
Decks
Adventure of the Seas
—
Carnival Jubilee
—
Year Built
Adventure of the Seas
2,001
Carnival Jubilee
2,023
Space Ratio
Adventure of the Seas
44.1 GT/pax
Carnival Jubilee
34.1 GT/pax
Passenger:Crew Ratio
Adventure of the Seas
2.63 :1
Carnival Jubilee
3.10 :1
| Specification | Adventure of the Seas | Carnival Jubilee |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Cruise Line | Royal Caribbean International | Carnival Cruise Line |
| Class | Voyager Class | Excel Class |
| Status | active | active |
| Year Built | 2,001 | 2,023Winner |
| 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 | 9851737 |
Carnival Jubilee 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 2023, Carnival Jubilee is 22 years newer — an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Carnival Jubilee |
| Capacity | Carnival Jubilee |
| Modernity | Carnival Jubilee |
| Service | Adventure of the Seas |
| Spaciousness | Adventure of the Seas |
Bottom line: Carnival Jubilee 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 Jubilee
Large 5,374-guest capacity offers competitive pricing
5,374 passengers means tons of activities
Built in 2023 with modern facilities — great for a first cruise
Comfortable atmosphere for two
Free cancellation on most rooms
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42 m |
| Draft | 9.2 mWinner | 8.5 m |
| Decks | — | — |
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