$799/person$89/night
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Nieuw Amsterdam vs Norwegian Jade
Side-by-side cruise ship comparison. Norwegian Jade wins 4 of 7 scored categories.
At a glance
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Category
Nieuw Amsterdam
Norwegian Jade
Size
86,700 GT
93,558 GT
Passengers
2,106
2,402
Year built
2010
2006
Crew ratio
2.3 guests per crew
2.3 guests per crew
Space ratio
41.2 GT per guest
39.0 GT per guest
Decks
No data
No data
Length
286 m
294 m
From price
$799 pp
$1,859 pp
The verdict
Comparison Verdict
Norwegian Jade is the larger vessel at 93,558 GT, 8% more than Nieuw Amsterdam's 86,700 GT. Built in 2010, Nieuw Amsterdam is 4 years newer, an advantage for travelers seeking modern amenities and design. Norwegian Jade accommodates 296 more guests (2,402 vs 2,106), making it the larger resort-at-sea. Nieuw Amsterdam trades capacity for a more intimate atmosphere.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Norwegian Jade |
| Capacity | Norwegian Jade |
| Modernity | Nieuw Amsterdam |
| Service | Nieuw Amsterdam |
| Spaciousness | Nieuw Amsterdam |
| Decks | No data |
| Length | Norwegian Jade |
| Fleet Power | Norwegian Jade |
Bottom line: Norwegian Jade leads 4–3 across our categories, strongest in Size. Choose Norwegian Jade for overall superiority; pick Nieuw Amsterdam if Modernity matter more to you.
Decide
Which Ship Is Right for You?
Choose Nieuw Amsterdam if
- You want the newer ship (built 2010, 4 years newer)
- More crew per guest (2.3 guests per crew)
- More space per guest (41.2 GT per guest)
- Lower fares per night (from $77 per person per night)
Choose Norwegian Jade if
- Size matters to you (93,558 GT)
- More onboard variety (2,402 guests)
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Fares
Sailing Prices
| Detail | Nieuw Amsterdam | Norwegian Jade |
|---|---|---|
| Cheapest | $799 pp | $1,859 pp |
| Per night | $89 pp | $169 pp |
| Departing | Oct 30 | Dec 23 |
| Duration | 9 nights | 11 nights |
| View sailing | View sailing |
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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.
