Emerald OceanGreek Islands & Turkish Coastlines - 8 Days Athens (Piraeus) To Athens (Piraeus)
Emerald Ocean • Emerald Azzurra
Aug 29, 2026
$16,890/person
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Side-by-side cruise ship comparison · Updated January 2026
Emerald Azzurra offers more personal space with a space ratio of 53.0 GT per passenger versus 36.1. Built in 2022, Emerald Azzurra is 36 years newer — an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design. Emerald Azzurra edges ahead in service with a passenger-to-crew ratio of 1.4:1, meaning more crew per guest.
Score: 3 – 4
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Category
Emerald Azzurra
Wind Star
Size
5,300 GT
5,350 GT
Passengers
100
148
Year Built
2022
1986
Crew Ratio
1:1.4
1:1.6
Space Ratio
53.0
36.1
Decks
—
—
Length
110m
134m
From Price
$8,990/pp
$3,596/pp
Comparison Verdict
Emerald Azzurra offers more personal space with a space ratio of 53.0 GT per passenger versus 36.1. Built in 2022, Emerald Azzurra is 36 years newer — an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design. Emerald Azzurra edges ahead in service with a passenger-to-crew ratio of 1.4:1, meaning more crew per guest.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Wind Star |
| Capacity | Wind Star |
| Modernity | Emerald Azzurra |
| Service | Emerald Azzurra |
| Spaciousness | Emerald Azzurra |
| Decks | Tie |
| Length | Wind Star |
| Fleet Power | Wind Star |
Bottom line: Wind Star leads 4–3 across our categories — strongest in Size. Choose Wind Star for overall superiority; pick Emerald Azzurra if Modernity matter more to you.
Which Ship Is Right for You?
Choose Emerald Azzurra if...
- You want the newer ship (built 2022, 36yr newer)
- Better service ratio (1.4:1 crew ratio)
- More space per guest (53.0 GT/pax)
Choose Wind Star if...
- Size matters to you (5,350 GT)
- More onboard variety (148 guests)
- Save $5,394/person on sailings
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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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