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)
Carnival Breeze
Serenade of the Seas
Gross Tonnage
Carnival Breeze
130,000 GT
Serenade of the Seas
90,090 GT
Length
Carnival Breeze
306 m
Serenade of the Seas
293 m
Beam
Carnival Breeze
37 m
Serenade of the Seas
32.2 m
Passengers
Carnival Breeze
3,690
Serenade of the Seas
2,143
Crew
Carnival Breeze
1,386
Serenade of the Seas
884
Decks
Carnival Breeze
—
Serenade of the Seas
13
Year Built
Carnival Breeze
2,012
Serenade of the Seas
2,003
Space Ratio
Carnival Breeze
35.2 GT/pax
Serenade of the Seas
42.0 GT/pax
Passenger:Crew Ratio
Carnival Breeze
2.66 :1
Serenade of the Seas
2.42 :1
| Specification | Carnival Breeze | Serenade of the Seas |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Cruise Line | Carnival Cruise Line | Royal Caribbean International |
| Class | Dream Class | Radiance Class |
| Status | active | active |
| Year Built | 2,012Winner | 2,003 |
| Dimensions | ||
| Gross Tonnage | 130,000 GTWinner | 90,090 GT |
| Length | 306 mWinner | 293 m |
| Beam | 37 mWinner | |
| Capacity | ||
| Passengers | 3,690Winner | 2,143 |
| Crew | 1,386Winner | 884 |
| Key Ratios | ||
| Space Ratio | 35.2 GT/pax | 42.0 GT/paxWinner |
| Passenger:Crew Ratio | 2.66:1 | 2.42:1Winner |
| Build | ||
| Builder | Fincantieri | Meyer Werft |
| Flag | Panama | Bahamas |
| IMO Number | 9555723 | 9228200 |
Carnival Breeze is the significantly larger vessel at 130,000 GT — 44% more than Serenade of the Seas's 90,090 GT. Serenade of the Seas offers more personal space with a space ratio of 42.0 GT per passenger versus 35.2. Built in 2012, Carnival Breeze is 9 years newer — an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Carnival Breeze |
| Capacity | Carnival Breeze |
| Modernity | Carnival Breeze |
| Service | Serenade of the Seas |
| Spaciousness | Serenade of the Seas |
Bottom line: Carnival Breeze wins more categories (3 vs 2), making it the stronger all-round choice based on current data.
Carnival Breeze
Large 3,690-guest capacity offers competitive pricing
Well-suited for cruise newcomers
3,690 passengers means tons of activities
Comfortable atmosphere for two
Serenade of the Seas
Well-suited for cruise newcomers
42 GT/pax means plenty of quiet space
Good range of onboard options
Good value for money
Free cancellation on most rooms
Bundle & save on your cruise trip
Medical, trip cancellation & luggage cover
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32.2 m |
| Draft | 8.5 m | 8.5 m |
| Decks | — | 13 |
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