7 Night Mediterranean - Western Cruise
MSC Cruises • MSC Meraviglia
Oct 12, 2026 · 7 nights
Mediterranean
$3,451/person$493/night
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MSC Meraviglia vs Norwegian Luna
Side-by-side cruise ship comparison. Norwegian Luna wins 4 of 7 scored categories.
At a glance
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Category
MSC Meraviglia
Norwegian Luna
Size
171,598 GT
156,300 GT
Passengers
5,686
3,571
Year built
2017
2026
Crew ratio
3.7 guests per crew
2.4 guests per crew
Space ratio
30.2 GT per guest
43.8 GT per guest
Decks
No data
No data
Length
315 m
322 m
From price
$819.54 pp
$559 pp
The verdict
Comparison Verdict
MSC Meraviglia is the larger vessel at 171,598 GT, 10% more than Norwegian Luna's 156,300 GT. Norwegian Luna offers more personal space with a space ratio of 43.8 GT per passenger versus 30.2. Built in 2026, Norwegian Luna is 9 years newer, an advantage for travelers seeking modern amenities and design.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | MSC Meraviglia |
| Capacity | MSC Meraviglia |
| Modernity | Norwegian Luna |
| Service | Norwegian Luna |
| Spaciousness | Norwegian Luna |
| Decks | No data |
| Length | Norwegian Luna |
| Fleet Power | MSC Meraviglia |
Bottom line: Norwegian Luna leads 4–3 across our categories, strongest in Modernity. Choose Norwegian Luna for overall superiority; pick MSC Meraviglia if Size matter more to you.
Decide
Which Ship Is Right for You?
Choose MSC Meraviglia if
- Size matters to you (171,598 GT)
- More onboard variety (5,686 guests)
Choose Norwegian Luna if
- You want the newer ship (built 2026, 9 years newer)
- More crew per guest (2.4 guests per crew)
- More space per guest (43.8 GT per guest)
- Lower fares per night (from $80 per person per night)
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Fares
Sailing Prices
| Detail | MSC Meraviglia | Norwegian Luna |
|---|---|---|
| Cheapest | $819.54 pp | $559 pp |
| Per night | $117 pp | $80 pp |
| Departing | Oct 13 | Oct 24 |
| Duration | 7 nights | 7 nights |
| View sailing | View sailing |
Prices from Cruisebound, per person, for the sailing shown.
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Sailings
Upcoming Sailings
Upcoming Sailings on MSC Meraviglia
7 Night Mediterranean - Western Cruise
MSC Cruises • MSC Meraviglia
Oct 13, 2026 · 7 nights
Iberian Peninsula
$820/person$117/night
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$2,764/person$111/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.
