Side-by-side cruise ship comparison · Updated January 2026
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 Fantasy
Radiance of the Seas
Gross Tonnage
Disney Fantasy
129,750 GT
Radiance of the Seas
90,090 GT
Length
Disney Fantasy
340 m
Radiance of the Seas
293 m
Beam
Disney Fantasy
37 m
Radiance of the Seas
32 m
Passengers
Disney Fantasy
4,000
Radiance of the Seas
2,143
Crew
Disney Fantasy
1,450
Radiance of the Seas
859
Decks
Disney Fantasy
—
Radiance of the Seas
—
Year Built
Disney Fantasy
2,012
Radiance of the Seas
2,001
Space Ratio
Disney Fantasy
32.4 GT/pax
Radiance of the Seas
42.0 GT/pax
Passenger:Crew Ratio
Disney Fantasy
2.76 :1
Radiance of the Seas
2.49 :1
| Specification | Disney Fantasy | Radiance of the Seas |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Cruise Line | Disney Cruise Line | Royal Caribbean International |
| Class | Dream Class | Radiance Class |
| Status | active | active |
| Year Built | 2,012Winner | 2,001 |
| Dimensions | ||
| Gross Tonnage | 129,750 GTWinner | 90,090 GT |
| Length | 340 mWinner | 293 m |
| Beam | 37 mWinner | |
| Capacity | ||
| Passengers | 4,000Winner | 2,143 |
| Crew | 1,450Winner | 859 |
| Key Ratios | ||
| Space Ratio | 32.4 GT/pax | 42.0 GT/paxWinner |
| Passenger:Crew Ratio | 2.76:1 | 2.49:1Winner |
| Build | ||
| Builder | Meyer Werft | Meyer Werft |
| Flag | Bahamas | Bahamas |
| IMO Number | 9445590 | 9195195 |
Disney Fantasy is the significantly larger vessel at 129,750 GT — 44% more than Radiance of the Seas's 90,090 GT. Radiance of the Seas offers more personal space with a space ratio of 42.0 GT per passenger versus 32.4. Built in 2012, Disney Fantasy is 11 years newer — an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Disney Fantasy |
| Capacity | Disney Fantasy |
| Modernity | Disney Fantasy |
| Service | Radiance of the Seas |
| Spaciousness | Radiance of the Seas |
Bottom line: Disney Fantasy wins more categories (3 vs 2), making it the stronger all-round choice based on current data.
Disney Fantasy
Large 4,000-guest capacity offers competitive pricing
Well-suited for cruise newcomers
4,000 passengers means tons of activities
Comfortable atmosphere for two
Radiance of the Seas
Well-suited for cruise newcomers
42 GT/pax means plenty of quiet space
Good range of onboard options
Good value for money
Free cancellation on most rooms
Bundle & save on your cruise trip
Medical, trip cancellation & luggage cover
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32 m |
| Draft | 8.7 m | 8.8 mWinner |
| Decks | — | — |
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