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Seabourn Encore vs Seabourn Quest
Side-by-side cruise ship comparison. Seabourn Encore wins 6 of 7 scored categories.
At a glance
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Category
Seabourn Encore
Seabourn Quest
Size
40,350 GT
32,346 GT
Passengers
604
458
Year built
2016
2011
Crew ratio
1.3 guests per crew
1.4 guests per crew
Space ratio
66.8 GT per guest
70.6 GT per guest
Decks
No data
No data
Length
210 m
198 m
From price
$4,079 pp
$5,549 pp
The verdict
Comparison Verdict
Seabourn Encore is the significantly larger vessel at 40,350 GT, 25% more than Seabourn Quest's 32,346 GT. Built in 2016, Seabourn Encore is 5 years newer, an advantage for travelers seeking modern amenities and design. Seabourn Encore accommodates 146 more guests (604 vs 458), making it the larger resort-at-sea. Seabourn Quest trades capacity for a more intimate atmosphere.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Seabourn Encore |
| Capacity | Seabourn Encore |
| Modernity | Seabourn Encore |
| Service | Seabourn Encore |
| Spaciousness | Seabourn Quest |
| Decks | No data |
| Length | Seabourn Encore |
| Fleet Power | Seabourn Encore |
Bottom line: Seabourn Encore leads 6–1 across our categories, strongest in Size. Choose Seabourn Encore for overall superiority; pick Seabourn Quest if its strengths matter more to you.
Decide
Which Ship Is Right for You?
Choose Seabourn Encore if
- You want the newer ship (built 2016, 5 years newer)
- Size matters to you (40,350 GT)
- More onboard variety (604 guests)
- More crew per guest (1.3 guests per crew)
Choose Seabourn Quest if
- More space per guest (70.6 GT per guest)
- Lower fares per night (from $400 per person per night)
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Fares
Sailing Prices
| Detail | Seabourn Encore | Seabourn Quest |
|---|---|---|
| Cheapest | $4,079 pp | $5,549 pp |
| Per night | $510 pp | $617 pp |
| Departing | Dec 13 | Nov 1 |
| Duration | 8 nights | 9 nights |
| View sailing | View sailing |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
How is the comparison score calculated?
We score 8 categories from spec data: size, capacity, modernity, service, spaciousness, decks, length and fleet power. Each category awards one point to the winning ship. A category where either ship has no data is marked No data and left out of the score.
What is the space ratio and why does it matter?
Space ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity. A higher number means more space per guest. Luxury lines typically score above 40, and mass-market ships often fall between 30 and 40.
What does the passenger-to-crew ratio mean?
It is the number of guests for each crew member, shown as "3.0 guests per crew". Lower is better: more staff per guest usually means more attentive service. Luxury lines aim for fewer than 2 guests per crew, and large mainstream ships often carry 3 to 4.
Are the prices shown accurate?
Prices come from Cruisebound and are per person for the sailing shown. They change with cabin type, date and demand, so open the sailing to see the current fare.
Can I compare more than two ships?
Yes, up to four ships. Use the search tool on the compare hub page to add additional ships.
How current is the ship data?
Specifications come from our database of 380+ ships, and this page refreshes daily. An "Updated" date appears at the top when either ship's record changed in the last 30 days.
