AmaWaterways
AmaVida
- Cruises
- 15
- From
- $2,829
Ship comparison
AmaVida vs SeaDream I
SeaDream Yacht Club
SeaDream I
- Cruises
- 106
- From
- $3,419
The verdict
Which should you choose?
AmaVida is an intimate AmaWaterways ship carrying 108 passengers, in service since 2013. SeaDream I is an intimate SeaDream Yacht Club ship carrying 112 passengers, in service since 2000. AmaVida has no specs yet, so the verdict rests on the figures we do hold.
Choose AmaVida if you want more adventure and nature, a newer ship or better-rated staterooms: it outscores SeaDream I for adventure & nature (10.0 vs 7.0) and staterooms (10.0 vs 8.0) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores and its maiden voyage was in 2013 (vs 2000).
Choose SeaDream I if you want more crew per passenger, a better-rated spa and gym or a more family-friendly ship: it outscores AmaVida for spa & fitness (7.0 vs 2.0) and family friendly (5.0 vs 2.0) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores and it has a crew member for every 1.2 passengers (vs 3.6).
Side by side
Specifications
marks the better figure where more, or less, is plainly better.
| AmaVida | SeaDream I | |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise line | AmaWaterways | SeaDream Yacht Club |
| Ship size | Intimate | Intimate |
| Maiden voyagenewer highlighted | 2013 (better) | 2000 |
| Last refurbishedmore recent highlighted | — | 2020 |
| Gross tonnage | — | 4,253 |
| Passengers | 108 | 112 |
| Crew | 30 | 95 |
| Passengers per crew memberfewer is better | 3.6 | 1.2 (better) |
| Space per passengergross tons per passenger; more is roomier | — | 38.0 |
| Decks | 4 | 3 |
| Length | 260 ft | 47 ft |
| Beam | 37 ft | 24 ft |
| Speed | — | 17 mph |
| Cruiseable ratingout of 10 | 9 / 10 | 9 / 10 |
| Cruises on sale | 15 | 106 |
| Upcoming sailings | 96 | 118 |
| Cruise lengths | 7 nights | 6–14 nights |
| Fares fromlower highlighted | $2,829 (better) | $3,419 |
Bliss scores
How they rate, out of 10
Cruiseable rates ships out of 10 on ten parts of a cruise holiday. AmaVida leads on 5 of the ten, SeaDream I on 3, with 2 level.
- Active
- Adventure & nature
- Cultural
- Dining
- Entertainment
- Family friendly
- Party
- Romantic
- Spa & fitness
- Staterooms
AmaWaterways
AmaVida
Sailing on the Douro River in Portugal, AmaWaterways' grand 106-passenger vessel, the AmaVida, features balconies in the majority of its staterooms and suites, which are spacious with the largest at 323 sq. ft.
Highlights
- Balconies in the majority of its spacious staterooms and suites
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
- Full marble bathrooms
- Sun deck pool with river views
Sailing now
15 cruises on sale, from $2,829.
SeaDream Yacht Club
SeaDream I
SeaDream Yacht Club's twin luxury mega-yachts SeaDream I and SeaDream II were designed as prototypes for the ultra-luxury yachting experience. Teak decks, inviting seating and lounging areas give passengers plenty of room to stroll or simply relax.
Highlights
- World-class dining options with open seating for meals
- Upscale accommodations, including three luxury suites
- Ships have sports platforms with sailboats, kayaks and more
Sailing now
106 cruises on sale, from $3,419.
Questions
AmaVida or SeaDream I?
Which ship is newer, AmaVida or SeaDream I?
AmaVida is newer, with a maiden voyage in 2013 against 2000 for SeaDream I.
Which has more crew per passenger?
SeaDream I, with one crew member for every 1.2 passengers against one for every 3.6 on AmaVida.
Which is better for families?
SeaDream I scores higher for family friendliness in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores: 5.0 out of 10, against 2.0 for AmaVida.
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