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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 Seashore
MSC Seaside
Gross Tonnage
MSC Seashore
169,400 GT
MSC Seaside
153,516 GT
Length
MSC Seashore
339 m
MSC Seaside
323 m
Beam
MSC Seashore
41 m
MSC Seaside
41 m
Passengers
MSC Seashore
5,632
MSC Seaside
5,179
Crew
MSC Seashore
1,648
MSC Seaside
1,413
Decks
MSC Seashore
—
MSC Seaside
—
Year Built
MSC Seashore
2,021
MSC Seaside
2,017
Space Ratio
MSC Seashore
30.1 GT/pax
MSC Seaside
29.6 GT/pax
Passenger:Crew Ratio
MSC Seashore
3.42 :1
MSC Seaside
3.67 :1
| Specification | MSC Seashore | MSC Seaside |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Cruise Line | MSC Cruises | MSC Cruises |
| Class | Seaside Evo Class | Seaside Class |
| Status | active | active |
| Year Built | 2,021Winner | 2,017 |
| Dimensions | ||
| Gross Tonnage | 169,400 GTWinner | 153,516 GT |
| Length | 339 mWinner | 323 m |
| Beam | 41 m | 41 m |
| Draft | ||
| Capacity | ||
| Passengers | 5,632Winner | 5,179 |
| Crew | 1,648Winner | 1,413 |
| Key Ratios | ||
| Space Ratio | 30.1 GT/paxWinner | 29.6 GT/pax |
| Passenger:Crew Ratio | 3.42:1Winner | 3.67:1 |
| Build | ||
| Builder | Fincantieri | Fincantieri |
| Flag | Malta | Malta |
| IMO Number | 9745354 | 9695600 |
MSC Seashore is the larger vessel at 169,400 GT — 10% more than MSC Seaside's 153,516 GT. Built in 2021, MSC Seashore is 4 years newer — an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design. MSC Seashore edges ahead in service with a passenger-to-crew ratio of 3.4:1, meaning more crew per guest.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | MSC Seashore |
| Capacity | MSC Seashore |
| Modernity | MSC Seashore |
| Service | MSC Seashore |
| Spaciousness | MSC Seashore |
Bottom line: MSC Seashore wins more categories (5 vs 0), making it the stronger all-round choice based on current data.
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
MSC Seaside
Large 5,179-guest capacity offers competitive pricing
5,179 passengers means tons of activities
Built in 2017 with modern facilities — great for a first cruise
Comfortable atmosphere for two
Free cancellation on most rooms
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