Side-by-side cruise ship comparison · Updated February 2026
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
World Dream
Gross Tonnage
Brilliant Lady
110,000 GT
World Dream
151,300 GT
Length
Brilliant Lady
278 m
World Dream
335 m
Beam
Brilliant Lady
38 m
World Dream
40 m
Passengers
Brilliant Lady
2,770
World Dream
3,400
Crew
Brilliant Lady
1,150
World Dream
2,000
Decks
Brilliant Lady
—
World Dream
—
Year Built
Brilliant Lady
2,025
World Dream
2,017
Space Ratio
Brilliant Lady
39.7 GT/pax
World Dream
44.5 GT/pax
Passenger:Crew Ratio
Brilliant Lady
2.41 :1
World Dream
1.70 :1
| Specification | Brilliant Lady | World Dream |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Cruise Line | Virgin Voyages | Dream Cruises |
| Class | Virgin Class | Dream Class |
| Status | active | active |
| Year Built | 2,025Winner | 2,017 |
| 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 | 9731049 |
World Dream is the significantly larger vessel at 151,300 GT — 38% more than Brilliant Lady's 110,000 GT. World Dream offers more personal space with a space ratio of 44.5 GT per passenger versus 39.7. Built in 2025, Brilliant Lady is 8 years newer — an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | World Dream |
| Capacity | World Dream |
| Modernity | Brilliant Lady |
| Service | World Dream |
| Spaciousness | World Dream |
Bottom line: World 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
World Dream
Built in 2017 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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