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View Deal →Volendam vs Westerdam
Side-by-side cruise ship comparison · Updated January 2026
Westerdam is the significantly larger vessel at 82,862 GT, 32% more than Volendam's 63,000 GT. Built in 2004, Westerdam is 5 years newer, an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design. Westerdam accommodates 484 more guests (1,916 vs 1,432), making it the larger resort-at-sea. Volendam trades capacity for a more intimate atmosphere.
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Category
Volendam
Westerdam
Size
63,000 GT
82,862 GT
Passengers
1,432
1,916
Year Built
1999
2004
Crew Ratio
1:2.3
1:2.4
Space Ratio
44.0
43.3
Decks
—
—
Length
238m
285m
From Price
$1,319/pp
$1,609/pp
Comparison Verdict
Westerdam is the significantly larger vessel at 82,862 GT, 32% more than Volendam's 63,000 GT. Built in 2004, Westerdam is 5 years newer, an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design. Westerdam accommodates 484 more guests (1,916 vs 1,432), making it the larger resort-at-sea. Volendam trades capacity for a more intimate atmosphere.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Westerdam |
| Capacity | Westerdam |
| Modernity | Westerdam |
| Service | Volendam |
| Spaciousness | Volendam |
| Decks | Tie |
| Length | Westerdam |
| Fleet Power | Westerdam |
Bottom line: Westerdam leads 5–2 across our categories, strongest in Size. Choose Westerdam for overall superiority; pick Volendam if Service matter more to you.
Which Ship Is Right for You?
Choose Volendam if...
- Better service ratio (2.3:1 crew ratio)
- More space per guest (44.0 GT/pax)
- Save $290/person on sailings
Choose Westerdam if...
- You want the newer ship (built 2004, 5yr newer)
- Size matters to you (82,862 GT)
- More onboard variety (1,916 guests)
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Frequently Asked Questions
How is the comparison score calculated?
We compute scores across 8 categories using real spec data: gross tonnage, passenger capacity, crew capacity, year built, length, deck count, space ratio, and fleet power. Each category awards one point to the winning ship.
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; mass-market ships often fall in the 30-40 range.
What does the passenger-to-crew ratio mean?
Passengers per crew member. Lower is better, more staff per guest means better service. Luxury lines aim below 2:1; large mainstream ships may be 3-4:1.
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