6 Night Western Caribbean & Perfect Day
Royal Caribbean • Adventure of the Seas
Oct 30, 2026 · 6 nights
Mexico
$489/person$81/night
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Adventure of the Seas vs Rhapsody of the Seas
Side-by-side cruise ship comparison. Adventure of the Seas wins 6 of 7 scored categories.
At a glance
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Category
Adventure of the Seas
Rhapsody of the Seas
Size
137,276 GT
78,491 GT
Passengers
3,114
2,000
Year built
2001
1997
Crew ratio
2.6 guests per crew
2.6 guests per crew
Space ratio
44.1 GT per guest
39.3 GT per guest
Decks
No data
No data
Length
311 m
279 m
From price
$354.01 pp
$636.16 pp
The verdict
Comparison Verdict
Adventure of the Seas is the significantly larger vessel at 137,276 GT, 75% more than Rhapsody of the Seas's 78,491 GT. Adventure of the Seas offers more personal space with a space ratio of 44.1 GT per passenger versus 39.3. Built in 2001, Adventure of the Seas is 4 years newer, an advantage for travelers seeking modern amenities and design.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Adventure of the Seas |
| Capacity | Adventure of the Seas |
| Modernity | Adventure of the Seas |
| Service | Rhapsody of the Seas |
| Spaciousness | Adventure of the Seas |
| Decks | No data |
| Length | Adventure of the Seas |
| Fleet Power | Adventure of the Seas |
Bottom line: Adventure of the Seas leads 6–1 across our categories, strongest in Size. Choose Adventure of the Seas for overall superiority; pick Rhapsody of the Seas if its strengths matter more to you.
Decide
Which Ship Is Right for You?
Choose Adventure of the Seas if
- You want the newer ship (built 2001, 4 years newer)
- Size matters to you (137,276 GT)
- More onboard variety (3,114 guests)
- More space per guest (44.1 GT per guest)
Prices
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Fares
Sailing Prices
| Detail | Adventure of the Seas | Rhapsody of the Seas |
|---|---|---|
| Cheapest | $354.01 pp | $636.16 pp |
| Per night | $59 pp | $91 pp |
| Departing | Nov 15 | Nov 14 |
| Duration | 6 nights | 7 nights |
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Prices from Cruisebound, per person, for the sailing shown.
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Sailings
Upcoming Sailings
Upcoming Sailings on Adventure of the Seas
8 Night Eastern Caribbean Cruise
Royal Caribbean • Adventure of the Seas
Nov 7, 2026 · 8 nights
Caribbean
$407/person$51/night
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6 Night Western Caribbean & Perfect Day
Royal Caribbean • Adventure of the Seas
Nov 15, 2026 · 6 nights
Caribbean
$354/person$59/night
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7 Night Southern Caribbean Cruise
Royal Caribbean • Rhapsody of the Seas
Nov 7, 2026 · 7 nights
Caribbean
$738/person$105/night
View Deal7 Night Southern Caribbean Cruise
Royal Caribbean • Rhapsody of the Seas
Nov 14, 2026 · 7 nights
Caribbean
$636/person$91/night
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Royal Caribbean • Rhapsody of the Seas
Nov 21, 2026 · 7 nights
Caribbean
$878/person$125/night
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
How is the comparison score calculated?
We score 8 categories from spec data: size, capacity, modernity, service, spaciousness, decks, length and fleet power. Each category awards one point to the winning ship. A category where either ship has no data is marked No data and left out of the score.
What is the space ratio and why does it matter?
Space ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity. A higher number means more space per guest. Luxury lines typically score above 40, and mass-market ships often fall between 30 and 40.
What does the passenger-to-crew ratio mean?
It is the number of guests for each crew member, shown as "3.0 guests per crew". Lower is better: more staff per guest usually means more attentive service. Luxury lines aim for fewer than 2 guests per crew, and large mainstream ships often carry 3 to 4.
Are the prices shown accurate?
Prices come from Cruisebound and are per person for the sailing shown. They change with cabin type, date and demand, so open the sailing to see the current fare.
Can I compare more than two ships?
Yes, up to four ships. Use the search tool on the compare hub page to add additional ships.
How current is the ship data?
Specifications come from our database of 380+ ships, and this page refreshes daily. An "Updated" date appears at the top when either ship's record changed in the last 30 days.
