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)
Arcadia
Britannia
Gross Tonnage
Arcadia
83,781 GT
Britannia
143,730 GT
Length
Arcadia
285 m
Britannia
330 m
Beam
Arcadia
32 m
Britannia
38 m
Passengers
Arcadia
2,094
Britannia
3,647
Crew
Arcadia
866
Britannia
1,398
Decks
Arcadia
—
Britannia
—
Year Built
Arcadia
2,005
Britannia
2,015
Space Ratio
Arcadia
40.0 GT/pax
Britannia
39.4 GT/pax
Passenger:Crew Ratio
Arcadia
2.42 :1
Britannia
2.61 :1
| Specification | Arcadia | Britannia |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Cruise Line | P&O Cruises | P&O Cruises |
| Class | Vista Class | Britannia Class |
| Status | active | active |
| Year Built | 2,005 | 2,015Winner |
| Dimensions | ||
| Gross Tonnage | 83,781 GT | 143,730 GTWinner |
| Length | 285 m | 330 mWinner |
| Beam | 32 m | 38 mWinner |
| Capacity | ||
| Passengers | 2,094 | 3,647Winner |
| Crew | 866 | 1,398Winner |
| Key Ratios | ||
| Space Ratio | 40.0 GT/paxWinner | 39.4 GT/pax |
| Passenger:Crew Ratio | 2.42:1Winner | 2.61:1 |
| Build | ||
| Builder | Fincantieri | Fincantieri |
| Flag | United Kingdom | United Kingdom |
| IMO Number | 9169524 | 9614157 |
Britannia is the significantly larger vessel at 143,730 GT — 72% more than Arcadia's 83,781 GT. Built in 2015, Britannia is 10 years newer — an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design. Arcadia edges ahead in service with a passenger-to-crew ratio of 2.4:1, meaning more crew per guest.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Britannia |
| Capacity | Britannia |
| Modernity | Britannia |
| Service | Arcadia |
| Spaciousness | Arcadia |
Bottom line: Britannia wins more categories (3 vs 2), making it the stronger all-round choice based on current data.
Arcadia
Well-suited for cruise newcomers
40 GT/pax means plenty of quiet space
Good range of onboard options
Good value for money
Britannia
Large 3,647-guest capacity offers competitive pricing
Well-suited for cruise newcomers
3,647 passengers means tons of activities
Comfortable atmosphere for two
Free cancellation on most rooms
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Medical, trip cancellation & luggage cover
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| Draft | — | 8.5 m |
| Decks | — | — |
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