$1,264/person$181/night
View DealShip comparison
Celestyal Journey vs Disney Magic
Side-by-side cruise ship comparison. Disney Magic wins 5 of 7 scored categories.
At a glance
Quick Compare
Category
Celestyal Journey
Disney Magic
Size
73,500 GT
84,000 GT
Passengers
1,800
2,713
Year built
1992
1998
Crew ratio
2.8 guests per crew
2.9 guests per crew
Space ratio
40.8 GT per guest
31.0 GT per guest
Decks
No data
No data
Length
269 m
294 m
From price
No data
$1,263.5 pp
The verdict
Comparison Verdict
Disney Magic is the larger vessel at 84,000 GT, 14% more than Celestyal Journey's 73,500 GT. Celestyal Journey offers more personal space with a space ratio of 40.8 GT per passenger versus 31.0. Built in 1998, Disney Magic is 6 years newer, an advantage for travelers seeking modern amenities and design.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Disney Magic |
| Capacity | Disney Magic |
| Modernity | Disney Magic |
| Service | Celestyal Journey |
| Spaciousness | Celestyal Journey |
| Decks | No data |
| Length | Disney Magic |
| Fleet Power | Disney Magic |
Bottom line: Disney Magic leads 5–2 across our categories, strongest in Size. Choose Disney Magic for overall superiority; pick Celestyal Journey if Service matter more to you.
Decide
Which Ship Is Right for You?
Choose Celestyal Journey if
- More crew per guest (2.8 guests per crew)
- More space per guest (40.8 GT per guest)
Choose Disney Magic if
- You want the newer ship (built 1998, 6 years newer)
- Size matters to you (84,000 GT)
- More onboard variety (2,713 guests)
Prices
See Current Prices
You have compared the ships. Now see what they cost.
Cruise and flight packages
We may earn a commission from partner bookings at no extra cost to you.
Fares
Sailing Prices
| Detail | Celestyal Journey | Disney Magic |
|---|---|---|
| Cheapest | No sailings | $1,263.5 pp |
| Per night | No data | $181 pp |
| Departing | No data | Oct 30 |
| Duration | No data | 7 nights |
| View sailing |
Prices from Cruisebound, per person, for the sailing shown.
Go deeper
Deep Dive
Sailings
Upcoming Sailings
Hotels & Accommodations Near Port of San Diego
Compare prices from 100+ booking sites
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.
