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Side-by-side cruise ship comparison · Updated January 2026
AIDAluna is the larger vessel at 69,203 GT, 8% more than EXPLORA I's 64,000 GT. EXPLORA I offers more personal space with a space ratio of 69.4 GT per passenger versus 33.8. Built in 2023, EXPLORA I is 14 years newer, an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design.
Score: 4 – 3
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Category
AIDAluna
EXPLORA I
Size
69,203 GT
64,000 GT
Passengers
2,050
922
Year Built
2009
2023
Crew Ratio
1:3.5
1:1.4
Space Ratio
33.8
69.4
Decks
—
—
Length
252m
248m
From Price
—
$5,510/pp
Comparison Verdict
AIDAluna is the larger vessel at 69,203 GT, 8% more than EXPLORA I's 64,000 GT. EXPLORA I offers more personal space with a space ratio of 69.4 GT per passenger versus 33.8. Built in 2023, EXPLORA I is 14 years newer, an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | AIDAluna |
| Capacity | AIDAluna |
| Modernity | EXPLORA I |
| Service | EXPLORA I |
| Spaciousness | EXPLORA I |
| Decks | Tie |
| Length | AIDAluna |
| Fleet Power | AIDAluna |
Bottom line: AIDAluna leads 4–3 across our categories, strongest in Size. Choose AIDAluna for overall superiority; pick EXPLORA I if its strengths matter more to you.
Which Ship Is Right for You?
Choose AIDAluna if...
- Size matters to you (69,203 GT)
- More onboard variety (2,050 guests)
Choose EXPLORA I if...
- You want the newer ship (built 2023, 14yr newer)
- Better service ratio (1.4:1 crew ratio)
- More space per guest (69.4 GT/pax)
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Sailing Prices
| AIDAluna | EXPLORA I | |
|---|---|---|
| Cheapest | — | $5,510 pp |
| Departing | — | Sep 21 |
| Duration | — | null nights |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How is the comparison score calculated?
We compute scores across 8 categories using real spec data: gross tonnage, passenger capacity, crew capacity, year built, length, deck count, space ratio, and fleet power. Each category awards one point to the winning ship.
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; mass-market ships often fall in the 30-40 range.
What does the passenger-to-crew ratio mean?
Passengers per crew member. Lower is better, more staff per guest means better service. Luxury lines aim below 2:1; large mainstream ships may be 3-4:1.
Are the prices shown accurate?
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Can I compare more than two ships?
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