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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 Preziosa
Gross Tonnage
MSC Fantasia
137,936 GT
MSC Preziosa
139,072 GT
Length
MSC Fantasia
333 m
MSC Preziosa
333 m
Beam
MSC Fantasia
38 m
MSC Preziosa
38 m
Passengers
MSC Fantasia
4,363
MSC Preziosa
4,345
Crew
MSC Fantasia
1,313
MSC Preziosa
1,370
Decks
MSC Fantasia
—
MSC Preziosa
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Year Built
MSC Fantasia
2,008
MSC Preziosa
2,013
Space Ratio
MSC Fantasia
31.6 GT/pax
MSC Preziosa
32.0 GT/pax
Passenger:Crew Ratio
MSC Fantasia
3.32 :1
MSC Preziosa
3.17 :1
| Specification | MSC Fantasia | MSC Preziosa |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Cruise Line | MSC Cruises | MSC Cruises |
| Class | Fantasia Class | Fantasia Class |
| Status | active | active |
| Year Built | 2,008 | 2,013Winner |
| Dimensions | ||
| Gross Tonnage | 137,936 GT | 139,072 GTWinner |
| Length | 333 m | 333 m |
| Beam | 38 m | 38 m |
| Draft | 8.6 m | 8.7 mWinner |
| Capacity | ||
| Passengers | 4,363Winner | 4,345 |
| Crew | 1,313 | 1,370Winner |
| Key Ratios | ||
| Space Ratio | 31.6 GT/pax | 32.0 GT/paxWinner |
| Passenger:Crew Ratio | 3.32:1 | 3.17:1Winner |
| Build | ||
| Builder | Aker Yards | STX France |
| Flag | Panama | Panama |
| IMO Number | 9359779 | 9502519 |
Built in 2013, MSC Preziosa is 5 years newer — an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design. MSC Preziosa edges ahead in service with a passenger-to-crew ratio of 3.2:1, meaning more crew per guest.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | MSC Preziosa |
| Capacity | MSC Preziosa |
| Modernity | MSC Preziosa |
| Service | MSC Preziosa |
| Spaciousness | MSC Preziosa |
Bottom line: MSC Preziosa wins more categories (5 vs 0), making it the stronger all-round choice based on current data.
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 Preziosa
Large 4,345-guest capacity offers competitive pricing
Well-suited for cruise newcomers
4,345 passengers means tons of activities
Comfortable atmosphere for two
Free cancellation on most rooms
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