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 Getaway
Pride of America
Gross Tonnage
Norwegian Getaway
145,655 GT
Pride of America
80,439 GT
Length
Norwegian Getaway
324 m
Pride of America
280 m
Beam
Norwegian Getaway
40 m
Pride of America
32 m
Passengers
Norwegian Getaway
3,963
Pride of America
2,186
Crew
Norwegian Getaway
1,640
Pride of America
927
Decks
Norwegian Getaway
—
Pride of America
—
Year Built
Norwegian Getaway
2,014
Pride of America
2,005
Space Ratio
Norwegian Getaway
36.8 GT/pax
Pride of America
36.8 GT/pax
Passenger:Crew Ratio
Norwegian Getaway
2.42 :1
Pride of America
2.36 :1
| Specification | Norwegian Getaway | Pride of America |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Cruise Line | Norwegian Cruise Line | Norwegian Cruise Line |
| Class | Breakaway Class | America Class |
| Status | active | active |
| Year Built | 2,014Winner | 2,005 |
| Dimensions | ||
| Gross Tonnage | 145,655 GTWinner | 80,439 GT |
| Length | 324 mWinner | 280 m |
| Beam | 40 mWinner | |
| Capacity | ||
| Passengers | 3,963Winner | 2,186 |
| Crew | 1,640Winner | 927 |
| Key Ratios | ||
| Space Ratio | 36.8 GT/pax | 36.8 GT/paxWinner |
| Passenger:Crew Ratio | 2.42:1 | 2.36:1Winner |
| Build | ||
| Builder | Meyer Werft | Ingalls Shipbuilding |
| Flag | Bahamas | United States |
| IMO Number | 9606912 | 8701193 |
Norwegian Getaway is the significantly larger vessel at 145,655 GT — 81% more than Pride of America's 80,439 GT. Built in 2014, Norwegian Getaway is 9 years newer — an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Norwegian Getaway |
| Capacity | Norwegian Getaway |
| Modernity | Norwegian Getaway |
| Service | Pride of America |
| Spaciousness | Pride of America |
Bottom line: Norwegian Getaway wins more categories (3 vs 2), making it the stronger all-round choice based on current data.
Norwegian Getaway
Large 3,963-guest capacity offers competitive pricing
Well-suited for cruise newcomers
3,963 passengers means tons of activities
Comfortable atmosphere for two
Pride of America
Well-suited for cruise newcomers
Comfortable atmosphere for two
Good value for money
Good range of onboard options
Free cancellation on most rooms
Bundle & save on your cruise trip
Medical, trip cancellation & luggage cover
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32 m |
| Draft | 8.5 mWinner | 8.3 m |
| Decks | — | — |
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