14 Night Spain & Bermuda Transatlantic
Royal Caribbean • Brilliance of the Seas
Nov 2, 2026 · 14 nights
Mediterranean
$959/person$68/night
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Brilliance of the Seas vs Serenade of the Seas
Side-by-side cruise ship comparison. Serenade of the Seas wins 3 of 7 scored categories.
At a glance
Quick Compare
Category
Brilliance of the Seas
Serenade of the Seas
Size
90,090 GT
90,090 GT
Passengers
2,501
2,143
Year built
2002
2003
Crew ratio
3.0 guests per crew
2.4 guests per crew
Space ratio
36.0 GT per guest
42.0 GT per guest
Decks
No data
13
Length
293 m
293 m
From price
$229.12 pp
$469.14 pp
The verdict
Comparison Verdict
Serenade of the Seas offers more personal space with a space ratio of 42.0 GT per passenger versus 36.0. Serenade of the Seas edges ahead in service at 2.4 guests per crew, meaning more crew per guest. Brilliance of the Seas accommodates 358 more guests (2,501 vs 2,143), making it the larger resort-at-sea. Serenade of the Seas trades capacity for a more intimate atmosphere.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Tie |
| Capacity | Brilliance of the Seas |
| Modernity | Serenade of the Seas |
| Service | Serenade of the Seas |
| Spaciousness | Serenade of the Seas |
| Decks | No data |
| Length | Tie |
| Fleet Power | Brilliance of the Seas |
Bottom line: Serenade of the Seas leads 3–2 across our categories, strongest in Modernity. Choose Serenade of the Seas for overall superiority; pick Brilliance of the Seas if Capacity matter more to you.
Decide
Which Ship Is Right for You?
Choose Brilliance of the Seas if
- More onboard variety (2,501 guests)
- Lower fares per night (from $57 per person per night)
Choose Serenade of the Seas if
- You want the newer ship (built 2003, 1 year newer)
- More crew per guest (2.4 guests per crew)
- More space per guest (42.0 GT per guest)
Prices
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Fares
Sailing Prices
| Detail | Brilliance of the Seas | Serenade of the Seas |
|---|---|---|
| Cheapest | $229.12 pp | $469.14 pp |
| Per night | $57 pp | $67 pp |
| Departing | Nov 16 | Nov 8 |
| Duration | 4 nights | 7 nights |
| View sailing | View sailing |
Prices from Cruisebound, per person, for the sailing shown.
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Sailings
Upcoming Sailings
Upcoming Sailings on Brilliance of the Seas
4 Night Bahamas Getaway Cruise
Royal Caribbean • Brilliance of the Seas
Nov 16, 2026 · 4 nights
Bahamas
$229/person$57/night
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3 Night Bahamas Getaway Cruise
Royal Caribbean • Brilliance of the Seas
Nov 20, 2026 · 3 nights
Bahamas
$468/person$156/night
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7 Night Ensenada, Cabo & Mazatlan Cruise
Royal Caribbean • Serenade of the Seas
Nov 1, 2026 · 7 nights
Mexico
$775/person$111/night
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7 Night Ensenada, Cabo & Mazatlan Cruise
Royal Caribbean • Serenade of the Seas
Nov 8, 2026 · 7 nights
Mexico
$469/person$67/night
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7 Night Ensenada, Cabo & La Paz Cruise
Royal Caribbean • Serenade of the Seas
Nov 15, 2026 · 7 nights
Mexico
$1,012/person$145/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.
