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)
Norwegian Gem
Allura
Gross Tonnage
Norwegian Gem
93,530 GT
Allura
67,000 GT
Length
Norwegian Gem
294 m
Allura
242 m
Beam
Norwegian Gem
32 m
Allura
32 m
Passengers
Norwegian Gem
2,394
Allura
1,200
Crew
Norwegian Gem
1,037
Allura
800
Decks
Norwegian Gem
—
Allura
15
Year Built
Norwegian Gem
2,007
Allura
2,025
Space Ratio
Norwegian Gem
39.1 GT/pax
Allura
55.8 GT/pax
Passenger:Crew Ratio
Norwegian Gem
2.31 :1
Allura
1.50 :1
| Specification | Norwegian Gem | Allura |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Cruise Line | Norwegian Cruise Line | Oceania Cruises |
| Class | Jewel Class | Allura Class |
| Status | active | active |
| Year Built | 2,007 | 2,025Winner |
| Dimensions | ||
| Gross Tonnage | 93,530 GTWinner | 67,000 GT |
| Length | 294 mWinner | 242 m |
| Beam | 32 m | 32 m |
| Draft | ||
| Capacity | ||
| Passengers | 2,394Winner | 1,200 |
| Crew | 1,037Winner | 800 |
| Key Ratios | ||
| Space Ratio | 39.1 GT/pax | 55.8 GT/paxWinner |
| Passenger:Crew Ratio | 2.31:1 | 1.50:1Winner |
| Build | ||
| Builder | Meyer Werft | Fincantieri |
| Flag | Bahamas | Marshall Islands |
| IMO Number | 9355733 | 9876969 |
Norwegian Gem is the significantly larger vessel at 93,530 GT — 40% more than Allura's 67,000 GT. Allura offers more personal space with a space ratio of 55.8 GT per passenger versus 39.1. Built in 2025, Allura is 18 years newer — an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Norwegian Gem |
| Capacity | Norwegian Gem |
| Modernity | Allura |
| Service | Allura |
| Spaciousness | Allura |
Bottom line: Allura wins more categories (3 vs 2), making it the stronger all-round choice based on current data.
Norwegian Gem
Well-suited for cruise newcomers
Comfortable atmosphere for two
Good value for money
Good range of onboard options
Allura
56 GT/pax means plenty of quiet space
Built in 2025 with modern facilities — great for a first cruise
1.5:1 passenger-crew ratio means exceptional service
Good range of onboard options
Free cancellation on most rooms
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| Decks | — | 15 |
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