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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 Preziosa
MSC Seashore
Gross Tonnage
MSC Preziosa
139,072 GT
MSC Seashore
169,400 GT
Length
MSC Preziosa
333 m
MSC Seashore
339 m
Beam
MSC Preziosa
38 m
MSC Seashore
41 m
Passengers
MSC Preziosa
4,345
MSC Seashore
5,632
Crew
MSC Preziosa
1,370
MSC Seashore
1,648
Decks
MSC Preziosa
—
MSC Seashore
—
Year Built
MSC Preziosa
2,013
MSC Seashore
2,021
Space Ratio
MSC Preziosa
32.0 GT/pax
MSC Seashore
30.1 GT/pax
Passenger:Crew Ratio
MSC Preziosa
3.17 :1
MSC Seashore
3.42 :1
| Specification | MSC Preziosa | MSC Seashore |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Cruise Line | MSC Cruises | MSC Cruises |
| Class | Fantasia Class | Seaside Evo Class |
| Status | active | active |
| Year Built | 2,013 | 2,021Winner |
| Dimensions | ||
| Gross Tonnage | 139,072 GT | 169,400 GTWinner |
| Length | 333 m | 339 mWinner |
| Beam | 38 m | 41 mWinner |
| Capacity | ||
| Passengers | 4,345 | 5,632Winner |
| Crew | 1,370 | 1,648Winner |
| Key Ratios | ||
| Space Ratio | 32.0 GT/paxWinner | 30.1 GT/pax |
| Passenger:Crew Ratio | 3.17:1Winner | 3.42:1 |
| Build | ||
| Builder | STX France | Fincantieri |
| Flag | Panama | Malta |
| IMO Number | 9502519 | 9745354 |
MSC Seashore is the significantly larger vessel at 169,400 GT — 22% more than MSC Preziosa's 139,072 GT. Built in 2021, MSC Seashore is 8 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 Seashore |
| Capacity | MSC Seashore |
| Modernity | MSC Seashore |
| Service | MSC Preziosa |
| Spaciousness | MSC Preziosa |
Bottom line: MSC Seashore wins more categories (3 vs 2), making it the stronger all-round choice based on current data.
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
MSC Seashore
Large 5,632-guest capacity offers competitive pricing
5,632 passengers means tons of activities
Built in 2021 with modern facilities — great for a first cruise
Comfortable atmosphere for two
Free cancellation on most rooms
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| Draft | 8.7 mWinner | 8.6 m |
| Decks | — | — |
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