A Journey Into Caribbean Exploration & Island Delights
Explora Journeys • EXPLORA III
Nov 1, 2026
Caribbean
$5,400/person
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AIDAblu vs EXPLORA III
Side-by-side cruise ship comparison. AIDAblu wins 4 of 7 scored categories.
At a glance
Quick Compare
Category
AIDAblu
EXPLORA III
Size
71,304 GT
64,000 GT
Passengers
2,174
922
Year built
2010
2026
Crew ratio
3.6 guests per crew
1.4 guests per crew
Space ratio
32.8 GT per guest
69.4 GT per guest
Decks
No data
No data
Length
253 m
248 m
From price
No data
$5,400 pp
The verdict
Comparison Verdict
AIDAblu is the larger vessel at 71,304 GT, 11% more than EXPLORA III's 64,000 GT. EXPLORA III offers more personal space with a space ratio of 69.4 GT per passenger versus 32.8. Built in 2026, EXPLORA III is 16 years newer, an advantage for travelers seeking modern amenities and design.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | AIDAblu |
| Capacity | AIDAblu |
| Modernity | EXPLORA III |
| Service | EXPLORA III |
| Spaciousness | EXPLORA III |
| Decks | No data |
| Length | AIDAblu |
| Fleet Power | AIDAblu |
Bottom line: AIDAblu leads 4–3 across our categories, strongest in Size. Choose AIDAblu for overall superiority; pick EXPLORA III if its strengths matter more to you.
Decide
Which Ship Is Right for You?
Choose EXPLORA III if
- You want the newer ship (built 2026, 16 years newer)
- More crew per guest (1.4 guests per crew)
- More space per guest (69.4 GT per guest)
Prices
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Fares
Sailing Prices
| Detail | AIDAblu | EXPLORA III |
|---|---|---|
| Cheapest | No sailings | $5,400 pp |
| Per night | No data | No data |
| Departing | No data | Nov 1 |
| Duration | No data | null nights |
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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.
