Side-by-side cruise ship comparison · Updated January 2026
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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)
Norwegian Gem
Voyager of the Seas
Gross Tonnage
Norwegian Gem
93,530 GT
Voyager of the Seas
137,276 GT
Length
Norwegian Gem
294 m
Voyager of the Seas
311 m
Beam
Norwegian Gem
32 m
Voyager of the Seas
48 m
Passengers
Norwegian Gem
2,394
Voyager of the Seas
3,114
Crew
Norwegian Gem
1,037
Voyager of the Seas
1,176
Decks
Norwegian Gem
—
Voyager of the Seas
—
Year Built
Norwegian Gem
2,007
Voyager of the Seas
1,999
Space Ratio
Norwegian Gem
39.1 GT/pax
Voyager of the Seas
44.1 GT/pax
Passenger:Crew Ratio
Norwegian Gem
2.31 :1
Voyager of the Seas
2.65 :1
| Specification | Norwegian Gem | Voyager of the Seas |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Cruise Line | Norwegian Cruise Line | Royal Caribbean International |
| Class | Jewel Class | Voyager Class |
| Status | active | active |
| Year Built | 2,007Winner | 1,999 |
| Dimensions | ||
| Gross Tonnage | 93,530 GT | 137,276 GTWinner |
| Length | 294 m | 311 mWinner |
| Beam | 32 m | 48 mWinner |
| Capacity | ||
| Passengers | 2,394 | 3,114Winner |
| Crew | 1,037 | 1,176Winner |
| Key Ratios | ||
| Space Ratio | 39.1 GT/pax | 44.1 GT/paxWinner |
| Passenger:Crew Ratio | 2.31:1Winner | 2.65:1 |
| Build | ||
| Builder | Meyer Werft | Kvaerner Masa-Yards |
| Flag | Bahamas | Bahamas |
| IMO Number | 9355733 | 9161716 |
Voyager of the Seas is the significantly larger vessel at 137,276 GT — 47% more than Norwegian Gem's 93,530 GT. Voyager of the Seas offers more personal space with a space ratio of 44.1 GT per passenger versus 39.1. Built in 2007, Norwegian Gem is 8 years newer — an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Voyager of the Seas |
| Capacity | Voyager of the Seas |
| Modernity | Norwegian Gem |
| Service | Norwegian Gem |
| Spaciousness | Voyager of the Seas |
Bottom line: Voyager of the Seas 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
Voyager of the Seas
Well-suited for cruise newcomers
Large 3,114-guest capacity offers competitive pricing
3,114 passengers means tons of activities
44 GT/pax means plenty of quiet space
Free cancellation on most rooms
Bundle & save on your cruise trip
Medical, trip cancellation & luggage cover
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| Draft | 8.6 m | 9.1 mWinner |
| Decks | — | — |
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