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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)
MSC Fantasia
MSC Poesia
Gross Tonnage
MSC Fantasia
137,936 GT
MSC Poesia
92,627 GT
Length
MSC Fantasia
333 m
MSC Poesia
293 m
Beam
MSC Fantasia
38 m
MSC Poesia
32 m
Passengers
MSC Fantasia
4,363
MSC Poesia
2,550
Crew
MSC Fantasia
1,313
MSC Poesia
987
Decks
MSC Fantasia
—
MSC Poesia
—
Year Built
MSC Fantasia
2,008
MSC Poesia
2,008
Space Ratio
MSC Fantasia
31.6 GT/pax
MSC Poesia
36.3 GT/pax
Passenger:Crew Ratio
MSC Fantasia
3.32 :1
MSC Poesia
2.58 :1
| Specification | MSC Fantasia | MSC Poesia |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Cruise Line | MSC Cruises | MSC Cruises |
| Class | Fantasia Class | Musica Class |
| Status | active | active |
| Year Built | 2,008 | 2,008 |
| Dimensions | ||
| Gross Tonnage | 137,936 GTWinner | 92,627 GT |
| Length | 333 mWinner | 293 m |
| Beam | 38 mWinner | 32 m |
| Draft | 8.6 mWinner | 7.7 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Capacity | ||
| Passengers | 4,363Winner | 2,550 |
| Crew | 1,313Winner | 987 |
| Key Ratios | ||
| Space Ratio | 31.6 GT/pax | 36.3 GT/paxWinner |
| Passenger:Crew Ratio | 3.32:1 | 2.58:1Winner |
| Build | ||
| Builder | Aker Yards | Aker Yards |
| Flag | Panama | Panama |
| IMO Number | 9359779 | 9320086 |
MSC Fantasia is the significantly larger vessel at 137,936 GT — 49% more than MSC Poesia's 92,627 GT. MSC Poesia offers more personal space with a space ratio of 36.3 GT per passenger versus 31.6. MSC Poesia edges ahead in service with a passenger-to-crew ratio of 2.6:1, meaning more crew per guest.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | MSC Fantasia |
| Capacity | MSC Fantasia |
| Modernity | Tie |
| Service | MSC Poesia |
| Spaciousness | MSC Poesia |
Bottom line: MSC Fantasia and MSC Poesia are closely matched — your best pick depends on which qualities matter most to you.
MSC Fantasia
Well-suited for cruise newcomers
Large 4,363-guest capacity offers competitive pricing
4,363 passengers means tons of activities
Comfortable atmosphere for two
MSC Poesia
Well-suited for cruise newcomers
Comfortable atmosphere for two
Good value for money
Good range of onboard options
Free cancellation on most rooms
Bundle & save on your cruise trip
Medical, trip cancellation & luggage cover
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