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 Pearl
Voyager of the Seas
Gross Tonnage
Norwegian Pearl
93,530 GT
Voyager of the Seas
137,276 GT
Length
Norwegian Pearl
294 m
Voyager of the Seas
311 m
Beam
Norwegian Pearl
32 m
Voyager of the Seas
48 m
Passengers
Norwegian Pearl
2,394
Voyager of the Seas
3,114
Crew
Norwegian Pearl
1,037
Voyager of the Seas
1,176
Decks
Norwegian Pearl
—
Voyager of the Seas
—
Year Built
Norwegian Pearl
2,006
Voyager of the Seas
1,999
Space Ratio
Norwegian Pearl
39.1 GT/pax
Voyager of the Seas
44.1 GT/pax
Passenger:Crew Ratio
Norwegian Pearl
2.31 :1
Voyager of the Seas
2.65 :1
| Specification | Norwegian Pearl | Voyager of the Seas |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Cruise Line | Norwegian Cruise Line | Royal Caribbean International |
| Class | Jewel Class | Voyager Class |
| Status | active | active |
| Year Built | 2,006Winner | 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 | 9245354 | 9161716 |
Voyager of the Seas is the significantly larger vessel at 137,276 GT — 47% more than Norwegian Pearl'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 2006, Norwegian Pearl is 7 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 Pearl |
| Service | Norwegian Pearl |
| 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 Pearl
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 | 8.7 m | 9.1 mWinner |
| Decks | — | — |
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