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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)
Sapphire Princess
Ventura
Gross Tonnage
Sapphire Princess
115,875 GT
Ventura
116,017 GT
Length
Sapphire Princess
290 m
Ventura
290 m
Beam
Sapphire Princess
38 m
Ventura
36 m
Passengers
Sapphire Princess
2,670
Ventura
3,078
Crew
Sapphire Princess
1,100
Ventura
1,200
Decks
Sapphire Princess
—
Ventura
—
Year Built
Sapphire Princess
2,004
Ventura
2,008
Space Ratio
Sapphire Princess
43.4 GT/pax
Ventura
37.7 GT/pax
Passenger:Crew Ratio
Sapphire Princess
2.43 :1
Ventura
2.57 :1
| Specification | Sapphire Princess | Ventura |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Cruise Line | Princess Cruises | P&O Cruises |
| Class | Grand Class | Grand Class |
| Status | active | active |
| Year Built | 2,004 | 2,008Winner |
| Dimensions | ||
| Gross Tonnage | 115,875 GT | 116,017 GTWinner |
| Length | 290 m | 290 m |
| Beam | 38 mWinner | 36 m |
| Draft | ||
| Capacity | ||
| Passengers | 2,670 | 3,078Winner |
| Crew | 1,100 | 1,200Winner |
| Key Ratios | ||
| Space Ratio | 43.4 GT/paxWinner | 37.7 GT/pax |
| Passenger:Crew Ratio | 2.43:1Winner | 2.57:1 |
| Build | ||
| Builder | MHI Nagasaki | Fincantieri |
| Flag | Bermuda | United Kingdom |
| IMO Number | 9228198 | 9333175 |
Sapphire Princess offers more personal space with a space ratio of 43.4 GT per passenger versus 37.7. Built in 2008, Ventura is 4 years newer — an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design. Sapphire Princess edges ahead in service with a passenger-to-crew ratio of 2.4:1, meaning more crew per guest.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Ventura |
| Capacity | Ventura |
| Modernity | Ventura |
| Service | Sapphire Princess |
| Spaciousness | Sapphire Princess |
Bottom line: Ventura wins more categories (3 vs 2), making it the stronger all-round choice based on current data.
Sapphire Princess
Well-suited for cruise newcomers
43 GT/pax means plenty of quiet space
Good value for money
Good range of onboard options
Ventura
Well-suited for cruise newcomers
Large 3,078-guest capacity offers competitive pricing
3,078 passengers means tons of activities
Comfortable atmosphere for two
Free cancellation on most rooms
Bundle & save on your cruise trip
Medical, trip cancellation & luggage cover
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