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)
Azura
Enchantment of the Seas
Gross Tonnage
Azura
115,055 GT
Enchantment of the Seas
82,910 GT
Length
Azura
290 m
Enchantment of the Seas
301 m
Beam
Azura
36 m
Enchantment of the Seas
32 m
Passengers
Azura
3,100
Enchantment of the Seas
2,730
Crew
Azura
1,200
Enchantment of the Seas
840
Decks
Azura
—
Enchantment of the Seas
—
Year Built
Azura
2,010
Enchantment of the Seas
1,997
Space Ratio
Azura
37.1 GT/pax
Enchantment of the Seas
30.4 GT/pax
Passenger:Crew Ratio
Azura
2.58 :1
Enchantment of the Seas
3.25 :1
| Specification | Azura | Enchantment of the Seas |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Cruise Line | P&O Cruises | Royal Caribbean International |
| Class | Grand Class | Vision Class |
| Status | active | active |
| Year Built | 2,010Winner | 1,997 |
| Dimensions | ||
| Gross Tonnage | 115,055 GTWinner | 82,910 GT |
| Length | 290 m | 301 mWinner |
| Beam | 36 mWinner | |
| Capacity | ||
| Passengers | 3,100Winner | 2,730 |
| Crew | 1,200Winner | 840 |
| Key Ratios | ||
| Space Ratio | 37.1 GT/paxWinner | 30.4 GT/pax |
| Passenger:Crew Ratio | 2.58:1Winner | 3.25:1 |
| Build | ||
| Builder | Fincantieri | Kvaerner Masa-Yards |
| Flag | United Kingdom | Bahamas |
| IMO Number | 9424883 | 9074927 |
Azura is the significantly larger vessel at 115,055 GT — 39% more than Enchantment of the Seas's 82,910 GT. Azura offers more personal space with a space ratio of 37.1 GT per passenger versus 30.4. Built in 2010, Azura is 13 years newer — an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Azura |
| Capacity | Azura |
| Modernity | Azura |
| Service | Azura |
| Spaciousness | Azura |
Bottom line: Azura wins more categories (5 vs 0), making it the stronger all-round choice based on current data.
Azura
Well-suited for cruise newcomers
Large 3,100-guest capacity offers competitive pricing
3,100 passengers means tons of activities
Comfortable atmosphere for two
Enchantment of the Seas
Well-suited for cruise newcomers
Good value for money
Good range of onboard options
Comfortable atmosphere for two
Free cancellation on most rooms
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32 m |
| Draft | 8.7 mWinner | 7.6 m |
| Decks | — | — |