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Anthem of the Seas vs MSC World Europa
Side-by-side cruise ship comparison. MSC World Europa wins 4 of 7 scored categories.
At a glance
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Category
Anthem of the Seas
MSC World Europa
Size
168,666 GT
215,863 GT
Passengers
4,180
6,774
Year built
2015
2022
Crew ratio
2.8 guests per crew
3.2 guests per crew
Space ratio
40.4 GT per guest
31.9 GT per guest
Decks
No data
No data
Length
348 m
331 m
From price
$773.35 pp
$796.19 pp
The verdict
Comparison Verdict
MSC World Europa is the significantly larger vessel at 215,863 GT, 28% more than Anthem of the Seas's 168,666 GT. Anthem of the Seas offers more personal space with a space ratio of 40.4 GT per passenger versus 31.9. Built in 2022, MSC World Europa is 7 years newer, an advantage for travelers seeking modern amenities and design.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | MSC World Europa |
| Capacity | MSC World Europa |
| Modernity | MSC World Europa |
| Service | Anthem of the Seas |
| Spaciousness | Anthem of the Seas |
| Decks | No data |
| Length | Anthem of the Seas |
| Fleet Power | MSC World Europa |
Bottom line: MSC World Europa leads 4–3 across our categories, strongest in Size. Choose MSC World Europa for overall superiority; pick Anthem of the Seas if Service matter more to you.
Decide
Which Ship Is Right for You?
Choose Anthem of the Seas if
- More crew per guest (2.8 guests per crew)
- More space per guest (40.4 GT per guest)
Choose MSC World Europa if
- You want the newer ship (built 2022, 7 years newer)
- Size matters to you (215,863 GT)
- More onboard variety (6,774 guests)
- Lower fares per night (from $114 per person per night)
Prices
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Fares
Sailing Prices
| Detail | Anthem of the Seas | MSC World Europa |
|---|---|---|
| Cheapest | $773.35 pp | $796.19 pp |
| Per night | $258 pp | $114 pp |
| Departing | Nov 20 | Oct 31 |
| Duration | 3 nights | 7 nights |
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Sailings
Upcoming Sailings
Upcoming Sailings on Anthem of the Seas
Upcoming Sailings on MSC World Europa
7 Night Mediterranean - Western Cruise
MSC Cruises • MSC World Europa
Oct 30, 2026 · 7 nights
Iberian Peninsula
$3,803/person$543/night
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7 Night Mediterranean - Western Cruise
MSC Cruises • MSC World Europa
Oct 31, 2026 · 7 nights
Iberian Peninsula
$796/person$114/night
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7 Night Mediterranean - Western Cruise
MSC Cruises • MSC World Europa
Nov 1, 2026 · 7 nights
Mediterranean
$911/person$130/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.
