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)
Arvia
Disney Destiny
Gross Tonnage
Arvia
184,700 GT
Disney Destiny
144,000 GT
Length
Arvia
345 m
Disney Destiny
341 m
Beam
Arvia
42 m
Disney Destiny
39 m
Passengers
Arvia
5,200
Disney Destiny
2,500
Crew
Arvia
1,800
Disney Destiny
1,555
Decks
Arvia
—
Disney Destiny
—
Year Built
Arvia
2,022
Disney Destiny
2,025
Space Ratio
Arvia
35.5 GT/pax
Disney Destiny
57.6 GT/pax
Passenger:Crew Ratio
Arvia
2.89 :1
Disney Destiny
1.61 :1
| Specification | Arvia | Disney Destiny |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Cruise Line | P&O Cruises | Disney Cruise Line |
| Class | Excellence Class | Triton Class |
| Status | active | active |
| Year Built | 2,022 | 2,025Winner |
| Dimensions | ||
| Gross Tonnage | 184,700 GTWinner | 144,000 GT |
| Length | 345 mWinner | 341 m |
| Beam | 42 mWinner | |
| Capacity | ||
| Passengers | 5,200Winner | 2,500 |
| Crew | 1,800Winner | 1,555 |
| Key Ratios | ||
| Space Ratio | 35.5 GT/pax | 57.6 GT/paxWinner |
| Passenger:Crew Ratio | 2.89:1 | 1.61:1Winner |
| Build | ||
| Builder | Meyer Werft | Meyer Werft |
| Flag | United Kingdom | Bahamas |
| IMO Number | 9855669 | 9917011 |
Arvia is the significantly larger vessel at 184,700 GT — 28% more than Disney Destiny's 144,000 GT. Disney Destiny offers more personal space with a space ratio of 57.6 GT per passenger versus 35.5. Built in 2025, Disney Destiny is 3 years newer — an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Arvia |
| Capacity | Arvia |
| Modernity | Disney Destiny |
| Service | Disney Destiny |
| Spaciousness | Disney Destiny |
Bottom line: Disney Destiny wins more categories (3 vs 2), making it the stronger all-round choice based on current data.
Arvia
Large 5,200-guest capacity offers competitive pricing
5,200 passengers means tons of activities
Built in 2022 with modern facilities — great for a first cruise
Comfortable atmosphere for two
Disney Destiny
58 GT/pax means plenty of quiet space
Built in 2025 with modern facilities — great for a first cruise
Good range of onboard options
1.6:1 passenger-crew ratio means exceptional service
Free cancellation on most rooms
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39 m |
| Draft | 8.6 mWinner | 8.5 m |
| Decks | — | — |
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