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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
Iona
Gross Tonnage
Disney Destiny
144,000 GT
Iona
184,700 GT
Length
Disney Destiny
341 m
Iona
345 m
Beam
Disney Destiny
39 m
Iona
42 m
Passengers
Disney Destiny
2,500
Iona
5,200
Crew
Disney Destiny
1,555
Iona
1,800
Decks
Disney Destiny
—
Iona
—
Year Built
Disney Destiny
2,025
Iona
2,020
Space Ratio
Disney Destiny
57.6 GT/pax
Iona
35.5 GT/pax
Passenger:Crew Ratio
Disney Destiny
1.61 :1
Iona
2.89 :1
| Specification | Disney Destiny | Iona |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Cruise Line | Disney Cruise Line | P&O Cruises |
| Class | Triton Class | Excellence Class |
| Status | active | active |
| Year Built | 2,025Winner | 2,020 |
| Dimensions | ||
| Gross Tonnage | 144,000 GT | 184,700 GTWinner |
| Length | 341 m | 345 mWinner |
| Beam | 39 m | 42 mWinner |
| Capacity | ||
| Passengers | 2,500 | 5,200Winner |
| Crew | 1,555 | 1,800Winner |
| Key Ratios | ||
| Space Ratio | 57.6 GT/paxWinner | 35.5 GT/pax |
| Passenger:Crew Ratio | 1.61:1Winner | 2.89:1 |
| Build | ||
| Builder | Meyer Werft | Meyer Werft |
| Flag | Bahamas | United Kingdom |
| IMO Number | 9917011 | 9808037 |
Iona is the significantly larger vessel at 184,700 GT — 28% more than Disney Destiny's 144,000 GT. Disney Destiny offers more personal space with a space ratio of 57.6 GT per passenger versus 35.5. Built in 2025, Disney Destiny is 5 years newer — an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Iona |
| Capacity | Iona |
| Modernity | Disney Destiny |
| Service | Disney Destiny |
| Spaciousness | Disney Destiny |
Bottom line: Disney Destiny wins more categories (3 vs 2), 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
Iona
Large 5,200-guest capacity offers competitive pricing
5,200 passengers means tons of activities
Built in 2020 with modern facilities — great for a first cruise
Comfortable atmosphere for two
Free cancellation on most rooms
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| Draft | 8.5 m | 8.8 mWinner |
| Decks | — | — |
