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)
Aurora
Mein Schiff 2
Gross Tonnage
Aurora
76,152 GT
Mein Schiff 2
111,500 GT
Length
Aurora
270 m
Mein Schiff 2
316 m
Beam
Aurora
32 m
Mein Schiff 2
36 m
Passengers
Aurora
1,874
Mein Schiff 2
2,894
Crew
Aurora
850
Mein Schiff 2
1,000
Decks
Aurora
—
Mein Schiff 2
—
Year Built
Aurora
2,000
Mein Schiff 2
2,019
Space Ratio
Aurora
40.6 GT/pax
Mein Schiff 2
38.5 GT/pax
Passenger:Crew Ratio
Aurora
2.20 :1
Mein Schiff 2
2.89 :1
| Specification | Aurora | Mein Schiff 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Cruise Line | P&O Cruises | TUI Cruises |
| Class | Oriana Class | Legacy |
| Status | active | active |
| Year Built | 2,000 | 2,019Winner |
| Dimensions | ||
| Gross Tonnage | 76,152 GT | 111,500 GTWinner |
| Length | 270 m | 316 mWinner |
| Beam | 32 m | 36 mWinner |
| Capacity | ||
| Passengers | 1,874 | 2,894Winner |
| Crew | 850 | 1,000Winner |
| Key Ratios | ||
| Space Ratio | 40.6 GT/paxWinner | 38.5 GT/pax |
| Passenger:Crew Ratio | 2.20:1Winner | 2.89:1 |
| Build | ||
| Builder | Meyer Werft | Meyer Turku |
| Flag | United Kingdom | Malta |
| IMO Number | 9104005 | 9451114 |
Mein Schiff 2 is the significantly larger vessel at 111,500 GT — 46% more than Aurora's 76,152 GT. Built in 2019, Mein Schiff 2 is 19 years newer — an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design. Aurora edges ahead in service with a passenger-to-crew ratio of 2.2:1, meaning more crew per guest.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Mein Schiff 2 |
| Capacity | Mein Schiff 2 |
| Modernity | Mein Schiff 2 |
| Service | Aurora |
| Spaciousness | Aurora |
Bottom line: Mein Schiff 2 wins more categories (3 vs 2), making it the stronger all-round choice based on current data.
Aurora
41 GT/pax means plenty of quiet space
Well-suited for cruise newcomers
Premium onboard experience
Good range of onboard options
Mein Schiff 2
Built in 2019 with modern facilities — great for a first cruise
Good value for money
Good range of onboard options
Comfortable atmosphere for two
Free cancellation on most rooms
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| Draft | 8.4 m | — |
| Decks | — | — |
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