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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 Joy
Queen Anne
Gross Tonnage
Norwegian Joy
167,725 GT
Queen Anne
113,000 GT
Length
Norwegian Joy
333 m
Queen Anne
322 m
Beam
Norwegian Joy
41 m
Queen Anne
36 m
Passengers
Norwegian Joy
3,804
Queen Anne
2,996
Crew
Norwegian Joy
1,821
Queen Anne
1,225
Decks
Norwegian Joy
—
Queen Anne
—
Year Built
Norwegian Joy
2,017
Queen Anne
2,024
Space Ratio
Norwegian Joy
44.1 GT/pax
Queen Anne
37.7 GT/pax
Passenger:Crew Ratio
Norwegian Joy
2.09 :1
Queen Anne
2.45 :1
| Specification | Norwegian Joy | Queen Anne |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Cruise Line | Norwegian Cruise Line | Cunard |
| Class | Breakaway Plus Class | Pinnacle Class |
| Status | active | active |
| Year Built | 2,017 | 2,024Winner |
| Dimensions | ||
| Gross Tonnage | 167,725 GTWinner | 113,000 GT |
| Length | 333 mWinner | 322 m |
| Beam | 41 mWinner | |
| Capacity | ||
| Passengers | 3,804Winner | 2,996 |
| Crew | 1,821Winner | 1,225 |
| Key Ratios | ||
| Space Ratio | 44.1 GT/paxWinner | 37.7 GT/pax |
| Passenger:Crew Ratio | 2.09:1Winner | 2.45:1 |
| Build | ||
| Builder | Meyer Werft | Fincantieri |
| Flag | Bahamas | Bermuda |
| IMO Number | 9677088 | 9867892 |
Norwegian Joy is the significantly larger vessel at 167,725 GT — 48% more than Queen Anne's 113,000 GT. Norwegian Joy offers more personal space with a space ratio of 44.1 GT per passenger versus 37.7. Built in 2024, Queen Anne is 7 years newer — an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Norwegian Joy |
| Capacity | Norwegian Joy |
| Modernity | Queen Anne |
| Service | Norwegian Joy |
| Spaciousness | Norwegian Joy |
Bottom line: Norwegian Joy wins more categories (4 vs 1), making it the stronger all-round choice based on current data.
Norwegian Joy
Built in 2017 with modern facilities — great for a first cruise
3,804 passengers means tons of activities
44 GT/pax means plenty of quiet space
Large 3,804-guest capacity offers competitive pricing
Queen Anne
Built in 2024 with modern facilities — great for a first cruise
Comfortable atmosphere for two
Good value for money
Good range of onboard options
Free cancellation on most rooms
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36 m |
| Draft | 8.7 mWinner | 8.1 m |
| Decks | — | — |
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