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AmaCello vs AmaDolce

The verdict

Which should you choose?

AmaCello is an intimate AmaWaterways ship carrying 144 passengers, in service since 2008. AmaDolce is an intimate AmaWaterways ship carrying 148 passengers, in service since 2009.

Choose AmaCello if you want more cruises to choose from: it has 30 cruises on sale (vs 11).

Choose AmaDolce if you want a more romantic trip: it outscores AmaCello for romantic (9.0 vs 8.0) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores.

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Specifications

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

AmaCelloAmaDolce
Cruise line AmaWaterways AmaWaterways
Ship size Intimate Intimate
Maiden voyagenewer highlighted 2008 2009 (better)
Gross tonnage 3,350 3,350
Passengers 144 148
Crew 45 41
Passengers per crew memberfewer is better 3.2 (better) 3.6
Space per passengergross tons per passenger; more is roomier 23.3 (better) 22.6
Decks 4 4
Length 360 ft 360 ft
Beam 38 ft 38 ft
Speed 13 mph 13 mph
Cruiseable ratingout of 10 8 / 10 9 / 10 (better)
Cruises on sale 30 11
Upcoming sailings 81 89
Cruise lengths 7 to 11 nights 7 nights
Fares fromlower highlighted $3,139 $2,989 (better)

Bliss scores

How they rate, out of 10

Cruiseable rates ships out of 10 on ten parts of a cruise holiday. AmaCello leads on 0 of the ten, AmaDolce on 1, with 9 level.

  • Active AmaCello: 8.9 AmaDolce: 8.9
  • Adventure & nature AmaCello: 5.0 AmaDolce: 5.0
  • Cultural AmaCello: 8.0 AmaDolce: 8.0
  • Dining AmaCello: 7.9 AmaDolce: 7.9
  • Entertainment AmaCello: 7.8 AmaDolce: 7.8
  • Family friendly AmaCello: 2.0 AmaDolce: 2.0
  • Party AmaCello: 5.0 AmaDolce: 5.0
  • Romantic AmaCello: 8.0 AmaDolce: 9.0
  • Spa & fitness AmaCello: 2.0 AmaDolce: 2.0
  • Staterooms AmaCello: 10.0 AmaDolce: 10.0

AmaWaterways

AmaCello

The 148-passenger AmaCello features twin balcony staterooms, complimentary Wi-Fi and an "infotainment" system, an Observation Lounge, a fitness center and sauna, hair and beauty salon, heated swimming pool, plus a fleet of bicycles.

Highlights

  • Sundeck with lounge chairs offering unimpeded panoramic views
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the vessel
  • Massage and Hair Salon

Sailing now

30 cruises on sale, from $3,139.

AmaWaterways

AmaDolce

AmaDolce from AmaWaterways offers 148 passengers a unique river cruise experience where attention to details and luxury touches are de rigeur.

Highlights

  • Sundeck with lounge chairs offering unimpeded panoramic views
  • All outside staterooms with French Balconies or Fixed Windows at 170 sq. ft.
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the vessel
  • Take advantage of a fleet of bicycles to enjoy the countryside and shoreline

Sailing now

11 cruises on sale, from $2,989.

Questions

AmaCello or AmaDolce?

Which is bigger, AmaCello or AmaDolce?

They are the same size, 3,350 gross tons each. AmaCello carries 144 passengers and AmaDolce carries 148.

Which ship is newer, AmaCello or AmaDolce?

AmaDolce is newer, with a maiden voyage in 2009 against 2008 for AmaCello.

Which has more space per passenger?

AmaCello, with 23.3 gross tons per passenger against 22.6 on AmaDolce. The higher the figure, the more ship there is for each guest.

Which has more crew per passenger?

AmaCello, with one crew member for every 3.2 passengers against one for every 3.6 on AmaDolce.

Which is better for families?

They score the same for family friendliness in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores: 2.0 out of 10.

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