Side-by-side cruise ship comparison · Updated January 2026
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across 5 categories
Size
Based on gross tonnage and length
Capacity
Based on passengers and crew
Modernity
Based on year built
Service
Based on passenger-to-crew ratio (lower is better)
Spaciousness
Based on gross tonnage per passenger (higher is better)
Disney Destiny
Disney Wish
Gross Tonnage
Disney Destiny
144,000 GT
Disney Wish
144,000 GT
Length
Disney Destiny
341 m
Disney Wish
341 m
Beam
Disney Destiny
39 m
Disney Wish
39 m
Passengers
Disney Destiny
2,500
Disney Wish
4,000
Crew
Disney Destiny
1,555
Disney Wish
1,555
Decks
Disney Destiny
—
Disney Wish
—
Year Built
Disney Destiny
2,025
Disney Wish
2,022
Space Ratio
Disney Destiny
57.6 GT/pax
Disney Wish
36.0 GT/pax
Passenger:Crew Ratio
Disney Destiny
1.61 :1
Disney Wish
2.57 :1
| Specification | Disney Destiny | Disney Wish |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Cruise Line | Disney Cruise Line | Disney Cruise Line |
| Class | Triton Class | Triton Class |
| Status | active | active |
| Year Built | 2,025Winner | 2,022 |
| Dimensions | ||
| Gross Tonnage | 144,000 GT | 144,000 GT |
| Length | 341 m | 341 m |
| Beam | 39 m | 39 m |
| Draft | 8.5 m | 8.6 mWinner |
| Decks | — | |
| Capacity | ||
| Passengers | 2,500 | 4,000Winner |
| Crew | 1,555 | 1,555 |
| Key Ratios | ||
| Space Ratio | 57.6 GT/paxWinner | 36.0 GT/pax |
| Passenger:Crew Ratio | 1.61:1Winner | 2.57:1 |
| Build | ||
| Builder | Meyer Werft | Meyer Werft |
| Flag | Bahamas | Bahamas |
| IMO Number | 9917011 | 9834739 |
Disney Destiny offers more personal space with a space ratio of 57.6 GT per passenger versus 36.0. Built in 2025, Disney Destiny is 3 years newer — an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design. Disney Destiny edges ahead in service with a passenger-to-crew ratio of 1.6:1, meaning more crew per guest.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Tie |
| Capacity | Disney Wish |
| Modernity | Disney Destiny |
| Service | Disney Destiny |
| Spaciousness | Disney Destiny |
Bottom line: Disney Destiny wins more categories (3 vs 1), making it the stronger all-round choice based on current data.
Disney Destiny
58 GT/pax means plenty of quiet space
Built in 2025 with modern facilities — great for a first cruise
Good range of onboard options
1.6:1 passenger-crew ratio means exceptional service
Disney Wish
Built in 2022 with modern facilities — great for a first cruise
Large 4,000-guest capacity offers competitive pricing
4,000 passengers means tons of activities
Comfortable atmosphere for two
Free cancellation on most rooms
Bundle & save on your cruise trip
Medical, trip cancellation & luggage cover
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