$459/person
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Carnival Encounter vs Crown Princess
Side-by-side cruise ship comparison. Crown Princess wins 4 of 7 scored categories.
At a glance
Quick Compare
Category
Carnival Encounter
Crown Princess
Size
109,000 GT
113,561 GT
Passengers
2,600
3,080
Year built
2002
2006
Crew ratio
2.4 guests per crew
2.8 guests per crew
Space ratio
41.9 GT per guest
36.9 GT per guest
Decks
18
No data
Length
290 m
290 m
From price
$459 pp
$731 pp
The verdict
Comparison Verdict
Carnival Encounter offers more personal space with a space ratio of 41.9 GT per passenger versus 36.9. Built in 2006, Crown Princess is 4 years newer, an advantage for travelers seeking modern amenities and design. Carnival Encounter edges ahead in service at 2.4 guests per crew, meaning more crew per guest.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Crown Princess |
| Capacity | Crown Princess |
| Modernity | Crown Princess |
| Service | Carnival Encounter |
| Spaciousness | Carnival Encounter |
| Decks | No data |
| Length | Tie |
| Fleet Power | Crown Princess |
Bottom line: Crown Princess leads 4–2 across our categories, strongest in Size. Choose Crown Princess for overall superiority; pick Carnival Encounter if Service matter more to you.
Decide
Which Ship Is Right for You?
Choose Carnival Encounter if
- More crew per guest (2.4 guests per crew)
- More space per guest (41.9 GT per guest)
Choose Crown Princess if
- You want the newer ship (built 2006, 4 years newer)
- Size matters to you (113,561 GT)
- More onboard variety (3,080 guests)
Prices
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Fares
Sailing Prices
| Detail | Carnival Encounter | Crown Princess |
|---|---|---|
| Cheapest | $459 pp | $731 pp |
| Per night | No data | $91 pp |
| Departing | Oct 31 | Dec 19 |
| Duration | null nights | 8 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.
