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Carnival Breeze vs Carnival Sunshine
Side-by-side cruise ship comparison. Carnival Breeze wins 6 of 7 scored categories.
At a glance
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Category
Carnival Breeze
Carnival Sunshine
Size
130,000 GT
102,853 GT
Passengers
3,690
3,002
Year built
2012
1996
Crew ratio
2.7 guests per crew
2.6 guests per crew
Space ratio
35.2 GT per guest
34.3 GT per guest
Decks
No data
13
Length
306 m
272 m
From price
$444 pp
$571 pp
The verdict
Comparison Verdict
Carnival Breeze is the significantly larger vessel at 130,000 GT, 26% more than Carnival Sunshine's 102,853 GT. Built in 2012, Carnival Breeze is 16 years newer, an advantage for travelers seeking modern amenities and design. Carnival Breeze accommodates 688 more guests (3,690 vs 3,002), making it the larger resort-at-sea. Carnival Sunshine trades capacity for a more intimate atmosphere.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Carnival Breeze |
| Capacity | Carnival Breeze |
| Modernity | Carnival Breeze |
| Service | Carnival Sunshine |
| Spaciousness | Carnival Breeze |
| Decks | No data |
| Length | Carnival Breeze |
| Fleet Power | Carnival Breeze |
Bottom line: Carnival Breeze leads 6–1 across our categories, strongest in Size. Choose Carnival Breeze for overall superiority; pick Carnival Sunshine if its strengths matter more to you.
Decide
Which Ship Is Right for You?
Choose Carnival Breeze if
- You want the newer ship (built 2012, 16 years newer)
- Size matters to you (130,000 GT)
- More onboard variety (3,690 guests)
- More space per guest (35.2 GT per guest)
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Fares
Sailing Prices
| Detail | Carnival Breeze | Carnival Sunshine |
|---|---|---|
| Cheapest | $444 pp | $571 pp |
| Per night | No data | No data |
| Departing | Nov 12 | Oct 31 |
| 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.
