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Carnival Vista vs MSC Poesia
Side-by-side cruise ship comparison. Carnival Vista wins 5 of 7 scored categories.
At a glance
Quick Compare
Category
Carnival Vista
MSC Poesia
Size
133,500 GT
92,627 GT
Passengers
3,936
2,550
Year built
2016
2008
Crew ratio
2.7 guests per crew
2.6 guests per crew
Space ratio
33.9 GT per guest
36.3 GT per guest
Decks
15
No data
Length
323 m
293 m
From price
$456 pp
$498 pp
The verdict
Comparison Verdict
Carnival Vista is the significantly larger vessel at 133,500 GT, 44% more than MSC Poesia's 92,627 GT. Built in 2016, Carnival Vista is 8 years newer, an advantage for travelers seeking modern amenities and design. MSC Poesia edges ahead in service at 2.6 guests per crew, meaning more crew per guest.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Carnival Vista |
| Capacity | Carnival Vista |
| Modernity | Carnival Vista |
| Service | MSC Poesia |
| Spaciousness | MSC Poesia |
| Decks | No data |
| Length | Carnival Vista |
| Fleet Power | Carnival Vista |
Bottom line: Carnival Vista leads 5–2 across our categories, strongest in Size. Choose Carnival Vista for overall superiority; pick MSC Poesia if its strengths matter more to you.
Decide
Which Ship Is Right for You?
Choose Carnival Vista if
- You want the newer ship (built 2016, 8 years newer)
- Size matters to you (133,500 GT)
- More onboard variety (3,936 guests)
Choose MSC Poesia if
- More crew per guest (2.6 guests per crew)
- More space per guest (36.3 GT per guest)
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Fares
Sailing Prices
| Detail | Carnival Vista | MSC Poesia |
|---|---|---|
| Cheapest | $456 pp | $498 pp |
| Per night | No data | $50 pp |
| Departing | Nov 8 | Nov 12 |
| Duration | null nights | 10 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.
