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Carnival Venezia vs Rhapsody of the Seas
Side-by-side cruise ship comparison. Carnival Venezia wins 5 of 7 scored categories.
At a glance
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Category
Carnival Venezia
Rhapsody of the Seas
Size
135,225 GT
78,491 GT
Passengers
4,072
2,000
Year built
2019
1997
Crew ratio
2.9 guests per crew
2.6 guests per crew
Space ratio
33.2 GT per guest
39.3 GT per guest
Decks
No data
No data
Length
323 m
279 m
From price
$495 pp
$636.16 pp
The verdict
Comparison Verdict
Carnival Venezia is the significantly larger vessel at 135,225 GT, 72% more than Rhapsody of the Seas's 78,491 GT. Rhapsody of the Seas offers more personal space with a space ratio of 39.3 GT per passenger versus 33.2. Built in 2019, Carnival Venezia is 22 years newer, an advantage for travelers seeking modern amenities and design.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Carnival Venezia |
| Capacity | Carnival Venezia |
| Modernity | Carnival Venezia |
| Service | Rhapsody of the Seas |
| Spaciousness | Rhapsody of the Seas |
| Decks | No data |
| Length | Carnival Venezia |
| Fleet Power | Carnival Venezia |
Bottom line: Carnival Venezia leads 5–2 across our categories, strongest in Size. Choose Carnival Venezia for overall superiority; pick Rhapsody of the Seas if its strengths matter more to you.
Decide
Which Ship Is Right for You?
Choose Carnival Venezia if
- You want the newer ship (built 2019, 22 years newer)
- Size matters to you (135,225 GT)
- More onboard variety (4,072 guests)
Choose Rhapsody of the Seas if
- More crew per guest (2.6 guests per crew)
- More space per guest (39.3 GT per guest)
Prices
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Fares
Sailing Prices
| Detail | Carnival Venezia | Rhapsody of the Seas |
|---|---|---|
| Cheapest | $495 pp | $636.16 pp |
| Per night | No data | $91 pp |
| Departing | Nov 15 | Nov 14 |
| Duration | null nights | 7 nights |
| View sailing | View sailing |
Prices from Cruisebound, per person, for the sailing shown.
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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.
