13 Night Spain, & Bermuda Transatlantic
Royal Caribbean • Explorer of the Seas
Oct 31, 2026 · 13 nights
Mediterranean
$812/person$62/night
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Explorer of the Seas vs Spectrum of the Seas
Side-by-side cruise ship comparison. Spectrum of the Seas wins 5 of 7 scored categories.
At a glance
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Category
Explorer of the Seas
Spectrum of the Seas
Size
137,308 GT
169,379 GT
Passengers
3,114
4,246
Year built
2000
2019
Crew ratio
2.6 guests per crew
2.7 guests per crew
Space ratio
44.1 GT per guest
39.9 GT per guest
Decks
No data
No data
Length
311 m
347 m
From price
$328.3 pp
$514 pp
The verdict
Comparison Verdict
Spectrum of the Seas is the significantly larger vessel at 169,379 GT, 23% more than Explorer of the Seas's 137,308 GT. Explorer of the Seas offers more personal space with a space ratio of 44.1 GT per passenger versus 39.9. Built in 2019, Spectrum of the Seas is 19 years newer, an advantage for travelers seeking modern amenities and design.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Spectrum of the Seas |
| Capacity | Spectrum of the Seas |
| Modernity | Spectrum of the Seas |
| Service | Explorer of the Seas |
| Spaciousness | Explorer of the Seas |
| Decks | No data |
| Length | Spectrum of the Seas |
| Fleet Power | Spectrum of the Seas |
Bottom line: Spectrum of the Seas leads 5–2 across our categories, strongest in Size. Choose Spectrum of the Seas for overall superiority; pick Explorer of the Seas if Service matter more to you.
Decide
Which Ship Is Right for You?
Choose Explorer of the Seas if
- More crew per guest (2.6 guests per crew)
- More space per guest (44.1 GT per guest)
- Lower fares per night (from $62 per person per night)
Choose Spectrum of the Seas if
- You want the newer ship (built 2019, 19 years newer)
- Size matters to you (169,379 GT)
- More onboard variety (4,246 guests)
Prices
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Fares
Sailing Prices
| Detail | Explorer of the Seas | Spectrum of the Seas |
|---|---|---|
| Cheapest | $328.3 pp | $514 pp |
| Per night | $66 pp | $129 pp |
| Departing | Nov 13 | Nov 16 |
| Duration | 5 nights | 4 nights |
| View sailing | View sailing |
Prices from Cruisebound, per person, for the sailing shown.
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Sailings
Upcoming Sailings
Upcoming Sailings on Explorer of the Seas
5 Night Eastern Caribbean Cruise
Royal Caribbean • Explorer of the Seas
Nov 13, 2026 · 5 nights
Bahamas
$328/person$66/night
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9 Night Southern Caribbean Cruise
Royal Caribbean • Explorer of the Seas
Nov 18, 2026 · 9 nights
Caribbean
$693/person$77/night
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5 Night Okinawa Cruise
Royal Caribbean • Spectrum of the Seas
Nov 6, 2026 · 5 nights
Asia & Indian Ocean
$859/person$172/night
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5 Night Okinawa & Ishigaki Cruise
Royal Caribbean • Spectrum of the Seas
Nov 11, 2026 · 5 nights
Asia & Indian Ocean
$1,387/person$277/night
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$514/person$129/night
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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.
