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Carnival Adventure vs Carnival Splendor
Side-by-side cruise ship comparison. Carnival Splendor wins 4 of 8 scored categories.
At a glance
Quick Compare
Category
Carnival Adventure
Carnival Splendor
Size
109,000 GT
113,323 GT
Passengers
2,636
3,012
Year built
2001
2008
Crew ratio
2.4 guests per crew
2.6 guests per crew
Space ratio
41.4 GT per guest
37.6 GT per guest
Decks
18
13
Length
290 m
290 m
From price
$456 pp
$505 pp
The verdict
Comparison Verdict
Carnival Adventure offers more personal space with a space ratio of 41.4 GT per passenger versus 37.6. Built in 2008, Carnival Splendor is 7 years newer, an advantage for travelers seeking modern amenities and design. Carnival Adventure edges ahead in service at 2.4 guests per crew, meaning more crew per guest.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Carnival Splendor |
| Capacity | Carnival Splendor |
| Modernity | Carnival Splendor |
| Service | Carnival Adventure |
| Spaciousness | Carnival Adventure |
| Decks | Carnival Adventure |
| Length | Tie |
| Fleet Power | Carnival Splendor |
Bottom line: Carnival Splendor leads 4–3 across our categories, strongest in Size. Choose Carnival Splendor for overall superiority; pick Carnival Adventure if Service matter more to you.
Decide
Which Ship Is Right for You?
Choose Carnival Adventure if
- More crew per guest (2.4 guests per crew)
- More space per guest (41.4 GT per guest)
- More decks to explore (18 decks)
Choose Carnival Splendor if
- You want the newer ship (built 2008, 7 years newer)
- Size matters to you (113,323 GT)
- More onboard variety (3,012 guests)
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Fares
Sailing Prices
| Detail | Carnival Adventure | Carnival Splendor |
|---|---|---|
| Cheapest | $456 pp | $505 pp |
| Per night | No data | No data |
| Departing | Dec 4 | Nov 21 |
| Duration | null nights | null nights |
| View sailing | View sailing |
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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.
