Royal Caribbean
Adventure of the Seas
- Cruises
- 55
- From
- $406
Ship comparison
Adventure of the Seas vs Navigator of the Seas
Royal Caribbean
Navigator of the Seas
- Cruises
- 28
- From
- $267
The verdict
Which should you choose?
Adventure of the Seas is a large Royal Caribbean ship carrying 3,114 passengers, in service since 2001. Navigator of the Seas is a large Royal Caribbean ship carrying 3,114 passengers, in service since 2002.
Choose Adventure of the Seas if you want a more family-friendly ship: it outscores Navigator of the Seas for family friendly (9.0 vs 8.0) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores.
Choose Navigator of the Seas if you want a more active cruise, better-rated staterooms or a lower starting fare: it outscores Adventure of the Seas for active (8.0 vs 4.0) and staterooms (8.0 vs 6.0) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores and its cruises start from $267 (vs $406).
Side by side
Specifications
marks the better figure where more, or less, is plainly better.
| Adventure of the Seas | Navigator of the Seas | |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise line | Royal Caribbean | Royal Caribbean |
| Ship size | Large | Large |
| Maiden voyagenewer highlighted | 2001 | 2002 (better) |
| Last refurbishedmore recent highlighted | — | 2019 |
| Gross tonnage | 142,000 | 138,000 |
| Passengers | 3,114 | 3,114 |
| Crew | 1,185 | 1,185 |
| Passengers per crew memberfewer is better | 2.6 | 2.6 |
| Space per passengergross tons per passenger; more is roomier | 45.6 (better) | 44.3 |
| Decks | 15 | 15 |
| Length | 1,020 ft | 1,020 ft |
| Beam | 161 ft | 157 ft |
| Speed | 26 mph | 25 mph |
| Cruiseable ratingout of 10 | 8 / 10 | 8 / 10 |
| Cruises on sale | 55 | 28 |
| Upcoming sailings | 95 | 112 |
| Cruise lengths | 4–9 nights | 2–17 nights |
| Fares fromlower highlighted | $406 | $267 (better) |
Bliss scores
How they rate, out of 10
Cruiseable rates ships out of 10 on ten parts of a cruise holiday. Adventure of the Seas leads on 3 of the ten, Navigator of the Seas on 5, with 2 level.
- Active
- Adventure & nature
- Cultural
- Dining
- Entertainment
- Family friendly
- Party
- Romantic
- Spa & fitness
- Staterooms
Royal Caribbean
Adventure of the Seas
Adventure of the Seas from Royal Caribbean is one of the largest cruise ships that call on some of the most desirable islands in the Southern Caribbean.
Highlights
- The Royal Promenade is the internal hub of the ship with different shopping venues, four themed bars and 24-hour snacks at the Café Promenade.
- The ship has one of the largest arcades at sea, a plus for families with active kids.
- Make sure to see the ice show in Studio B; it is definitely a must-do.
- Climb the rock wall 200 feet above the ocean.
Sailing now
55 cruises on sale, from $406.
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Royal Caribbean
Navigator of the Seas
As the fourth ship in Royal Caribbean’s Voyager class, the 3,114-passenger Navigator of the Seas has plenty to offer. Refurbished in 2019, the ship features the longest waterslide at sea, a revamped pool area, new nightlife venues and updated dining options. The best way to enjoy this ship is to take advantage of the amenities.
Highlights
- Duty-free shopping on the Royal Promenade
- Recreational facilities such as the ice-skating rink and rock-climbing wall
- More than 100 treatments at Vitality Spa
- Solarium pool, an adults-only retreat
Sailing now
28 cruises on sale, from $267.
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Questions
Adventure of the Seas or Navigator of the Seas?
Which is bigger, Adventure of the Seas or Navigator of the Seas?
Adventure of the Seas is bigger at 142,000 gross tons, against 138,000 gross tons for Navigator of the Seas. Adventure of the Seas carries 3,114 passengers and Navigator of the Seas carries 3,114.
Which ship is newer, Adventure of the Seas or Navigator of the Seas?
Navigator of the Seas is newer, with a maiden voyage in 2002 against 2001 for Adventure of the Seas.
Which has more space per passenger?
Adventure of the Seas, with 45.6 gross tons per passenger against 44.3 on Navigator of the Seas. The higher the figure, the more ship there is for each guest.
Which has more crew per passenger?
They are level, with one crew member for every 2.6 passengers.
Which is better for families?
Adventure of the Seas scores higher for family friendliness in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores: 9.0 out of 10, against 8.0 for Navigator of the Seas.
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