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Adventure of the Seas vs Voyager of the Seas

The verdict

Which should you choose?

Adventure of the Seas is a large Royal Caribbean ship carrying 3,114 passengers, in service since 2001. Voyager of the Seas is a large Royal Caribbean ship carrying 3,114 passengers, in service since 1999.

Choose Voyager of the Seas if you want more culture, a more active cruise or a more romantic trip: it outscores Adventure of the Seas for cultural (7.5 vs 3.0), active (7.5 vs 4.0) and romantic (6.5 vs 4.0) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores.

Adventure of the Seas does not lead by a clear margin on any measure we track, so pick it for its itinerary or its dates.

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Specifications

marks the better figure where more, or less, is plainly better.

Adventure of the SeasVoyager of the Seas
Cruise line Royal Caribbean Royal Caribbean
Ship size Large Large
Maiden voyagenewer highlighted 2001 (better) 1999
Last refurbishedmore recent highlighted — 2013
Gross tonnage 142,000 137,276
Passengers 3,114 3,114
Crew 1,185 1,176
Passengers per crew memberfewer is better 2.6 2.6
Space per passengergross tons per passenger; more is roomier 45.6 (better) 44.1
Decks 15 15
Length 1,020 ft 1,020 ft
Beam 161 ft 127 ft
Speed 26 mph 27 mph
Cruiseable ratingout of 10 8 / 10 8 / 10
Cruises on sale 50 39
Upcoming sailings 90 97
Cruise lengths 4 to 9 nights 2 to 25 nights
Fares fromlower highlighted $299 $229 (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, Voyager of the Seas on 5, with 2 level.

  • Active Adventure of the Seas: 4.0 Voyager of the Seas: 7.5
  • Adventure & nature Adventure of the Seas: 4.0 Voyager of the Seas: 4.0
  • Cultural Adventure of the Seas: 3.0 Voyager of the Seas: 7.5
  • Dining Adventure of the Seas: 6.0 Voyager of the Seas: 5.6
  • Entertainment Adventure of the Seas: 8.0 Voyager of the Seas: 7.5
  • Family friendly Adventure of the Seas: 9.0 Voyager of the Seas: 8.5
  • Party Adventure of the Seas: 5.0 Voyager of the Seas: 5.0
  • Romantic Adventure of the Seas: 4.0 Voyager of the Seas: 6.5
  • Spa & fitness Adventure of the Seas: 8.0 Voyager of the Seas: 9.0
  • Staterooms Adventure of the Seas: 6.0 Voyager of the Seas: 8.0

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

50 cruises on sale, from $299.

Royal Caribbean

Voyager of the Seas

Voyager of the Seas has several of Royal Caribbean's iconic features for cruise passengers to enjoy. Conquer the rock-climbing wall, or find your adventure on the basketball court, ice-skating rink or mini-golf course. If it's zen you seek, achieve it poolside or at the relaxing Vitality Spa.

Highlights

  • Spa treatments at the Vitality Spa
  • DreamWorks experience for kids to meet and greet with characters
  • Solarium, an adults-only retreat
  • Rock-climbing wall and basketball court

Sailing now

39 cruises on sale, from $229.

Questions

Adventure of the Seas or Voyager of the Seas?

Which is bigger, Adventure of the Seas or Voyager of the Seas?

Adventure of the Seas is bigger at 142,000 gross tons, against 137,276 gross tons for Voyager of the Seas. Adventure of the Seas carries 3,114 passengers and Voyager of the Seas carries 3,114.

Which ship is newer, Adventure of the Seas or Voyager of the Seas?

Adventure of the Seas is newer, with a maiden voyage in 2001 against 1999 for Voyager of the Seas.

Which has more space per passenger?

Adventure of the Seas, with 45.6 gross tons per passenger against 44.1 on Voyager 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 8.5 for Voyager of the Seas.

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