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 Sky
Seven Seas Splendor
Gross Tonnage
Norwegian Sky
77,104 GT
Seven Seas Splendor
55,254 GT
Length
Norwegian Sky
258 m
Seven Seas Splendor
224 m
Beam
Norwegian Sky
32 m
Seven Seas Splendor
32 m
Passengers
Norwegian Sky
2,002
Seven Seas Splendor
750
Crew
Norwegian Sky
891
Seven Seas Splendor
548
Decks
Norwegian Sky
—
Seven Seas Splendor
—
Year Built
Norwegian Sky
1,999
Seven Seas Splendor
2,020
Space Ratio
Norwegian Sky
38.5 GT/pax
Seven Seas Splendor
73.7 GT/pax
Passenger:Crew Ratio
Norwegian Sky
2.25 :1
Seven Seas Splendor
1.37 :1
| Specification | Norwegian Sky | Seven Seas Splendor |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Cruise Line | Norwegian Cruise Line | Regent Seven Seas Cruises |
| Class | Sun Class | Explorer Class |
| Status | active | active |
| Year Built | 1,999 | 2,020Winner |
| Dimensions | ||
| Gross Tonnage | 77,104 GTWinner | 55,254 GT |
| Length | 258 mWinner | 224 m |
| Beam | 32 m | 32 m |
| Draft | ||
| Capacity | ||
| Passengers | 2,002Winner | 750 |
| Crew | 891Winner | 548 |
| Key Ratios | ||
| Space Ratio | 38.5 GT/pax | 73.7 GT/paxWinner |
| Passenger:Crew Ratio | 2.25:1 | 1.37:1Winner |
| Build | ||
| Builder | Lloyd Werft | Fincantieri |
| Flag | Bahamas | Bahamas |
| IMO Number | 9128532 | 9790313 |
Norwegian Sky is the significantly larger vessel at 77,104 GT — 40% more than Seven Seas Splendor's 55,254 GT. Seven Seas Splendor offers more personal space with a space ratio of 73.7 GT per passenger versus 38.5. Built in 2020, Seven Seas Splendor is 21 years newer — an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Norwegian Sky |
| Capacity | Norwegian Sky |
| Modernity | Seven Seas Splendor |
| Service | Seven Seas Splendor |
| Spaciousness | Seven Seas Splendor |
Bottom line: Seven Seas Splendor wins more categories (3 vs 2), making it the stronger all-round choice based on current data.
Norwegian Sky
Comfortable atmosphere for two
Well-suited for cruise newcomers
Good value for money
Good range of onboard options
Seven Seas Splendor
74 GT/pax means plenty of quiet space
1.4:1 passenger-crew ratio means exceptional service
Built in 2020 with modern facilities — great for a first cruise
Good range of onboard options
Free cancellation on most rooms
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8 mWinner |
7.2 m |
| Decks | — | — |
