Side-by-side cruise ship comparison · Updated February 2026
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across 5 categories
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)
Brilliant Lady
Genting Dream
Gross Tonnage
Brilliant Lady
110,000 GT
Genting Dream
151,300 GT
Length
Brilliant Lady
278 m
Genting Dream
335 m
Beam
Brilliant Lady
38 m
Genting Dream
40 m
Passengers
Brilliant Lady
2,770
Genting Dream
3,400
Crew
Brilliant Lady
1,150
Genting Dream
2,000
Decks
Brilliant Lady
—
Genting Dream
—
Year Built
Brilliant Lady
2,025
Genting Dream
2,016
Space Ratio
Brilliant Lady
39.7 GT/pax
Genting Dream
44.5 GT/pax
Passenger:Crew Ratio
Brilliant Lady
2.41 :1
Genting Dream
1.70 :1
| Specification | Brilliant Lady | Genting Dream |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Cruise Line | Virgin Voyages | Dream Cruises |
| Class | Virgin Class | Dream Class |
| Status | active | active |
| Year Built | 2,025Winner | 2,016 |
| Dimensions | ||
| Gross Tonnage | 110,000 GT | 151,300 GTWinner |
| Length | 278 m | 335 mWinner |
| Beam | 38 m | 40 mWinner |
| Capacity | ||
| Passengers | 2,770 | 3,400Winner |
| Crew | 1,150 | 2,000Winner |
| Key Ratios | ||
| Space Ratio | 39.7 GT/pax | 44.5 GT/paxWinner |
| Passenger:Crew Ratio | 2.41:1 | 1.70:1Winner |
| Build | ||
| Builder | Fincantieri | Meyer Werft |
| Flag | Bahamas | Bahamas |
| IMO Number | 9915547 | 9731037 |
Genting Dream is the significantly larger vessel at 151,300 GT — 38% more than Brilliant Lady's 110,000 GT. Genting Dream offers more personal space with a space ratio of 44.5 GT per passenger versus 39.7. Built in 2025, Brilliant Lady is 9 years newer — an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Genting Dream |
| Capacity | Genting Dream |
| Modernity | Brilliant Lady |
| Service | Genting Dream |
| Spaciousness | Genting Dream |
Bottom line: Genting Dream wins more categories (4 vs 1), making it the stronger all-round choice based on current data.
Brilliant Lady
Built in 2025 with modern facilities — great for a first cruise
Comfortable atmosphere for two
Good value for money
Good range of onboard options
Genting Dream
Built in 2016 with modern facilities — great for a first cruise
45 GT/pax means plenty of quiet space
3,400 passengers means tons of activities
Large 3,400-guest capacity offers competitive pricing
Free cancellation on most rooms
Bundle & save on your cruise trip
Medical, trip cancellation & luggage cover
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| Decks | — | — |
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