$423/person
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Carnival Radiance vs Ventura
Side-by-side cruise ship comparison. Ventura wins 6 of 7 scored categories.
At a glance
Quick Compare
Category
Carnival Radiance
Ventura
Size
101,509 GT
116,017 GT
Passengers
2,764
3,078
Year built
2000
2008
Crew ratio
2.5 guests per crew
2.6 guests per crew
Space ratio
36.7 GT per guest
37.7 GT per guest
Decks
No data
No data
Length
272 m
290 m
From price
$242 pp
No data
The verdict
Comparison Verdict
Ventura is the larger vessel at 116,017 GT, 14% more than Carnival Radiance's 101,509 GT. Built in 2008, Ventura is 8 years newer, an advantage for travelers seeking modern amenities and design. Ventura accommodates 314 more guests (3,078 vs 2,764), making it the larger resort-at-sea. Carnival Radiance trades capacity for a more intimate atmosphere.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Ventura |
| Capacity | Ventura |
| Modernity | Ventura |
| Service | Carnival Radiance |
| Spaciousness | Ventura |
| Decks | No data |
| Length | Ventura |
| Fleet Power | Ventura |
Bottom line: Ventura leads 6–1 across our categories, strongest in Size. Choose Ventura for overall superiority; pick Carnival Radiance if Service matter more to you.
Decide
Which Ship Is Right for You?
Choose Ventura if
- You want the newer ship (built 2008, 8 years newer)
- Size matters to you (116,017 GT)
- More onboard variety (3,078 guests)
- More space per guest (37.7 GT per guest)
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Fares
Sailing Prices
| Detail | Carnival Radiance | Ventura |
|---|---|---|
| Cheapest | $242 pp | No sailings |
| Per night | No data | No data |
| Departing | Dec 17 | No data |
| Duration | null nights | No data |
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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.
