Avalon Waterways
Avalon Alegria
- Cruises
- 6
- From
- $4,650
Ship comparison
Avalon Alegria vs SeaDream I
SeaDream Yacht Club
SeaDream I
- Cruises
- 106
- From
- $3,419
The verdict
Which should you choose?
Avalon Alegria is an intimate Avalon Waterways ship carrying 102 passengers, in service since 2024. SeaDream I is an intimate SeaDream Yacht Club ship carrying 112 passengers, in service since 2000.
Choose Avalon Alegria if you want more space per passenger, a newer ship or more adventure and nature: it outscores SeaDream I for adventure & nature (8.0 vs 7.0) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores, it has 98.0 gross tons per passenger (vs 38.0) and its maiden voyage was in 2024 (vs 2000).
Choose SeaDream I if you want more crew per passenger, better-rated dining or better-rated entertainment: it outscores Avalon Alegria for dining (8.5 vs 6.0) and entertainment (7.5 vs 5.0) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores and it has a crew member for every 1.2 passengers (vs 3.1).
Side by side
Specifications
marks the better figure where more, or less, is plainly better.
| Avalon Alegria | SeaDream I | |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise line | Avalon Waterways | SeaDream Yacht Club |
| Ship size | Intimate | Intimate |
| Maiden voyagenewer highlighted | 2024 (better) | 2000 |
| Last refurbishedmore recent highlighted | — | 2020 |
| Gross tonnage | 9,999 | 4,253 |
| Passengers | 102 | 112 |
| Crew | 33 | 95 |
| Passengers per crew memberfewer is better | 3.1 | 1.2 (better) |
| Space per passengergross tons per passenger; more is roomier | 98.0 (better) | 38.0 |
| Decks | 4 | 3 |
| Length | 256 ft | 47 ft |
| Beam | 38 ft | 24 ft |
| Speed | — | 17 mph |
| Cruiseable ratingout of 10 | — | 9 / 10 |
| Cruises on sale | 6 | 106 |
| Upcoming sailings | 286 | 118 |
| Cruise lengths | 7–14 nights | 6–14 nights |
| Fares fromlower highlighted | $4,650 | $3,419 (better) |
Bliss scores
How they rate, out of 10
Cruiseable rates ships out of 10 on ten parts of a cruise holiday. Avalon Alegria leads on 2 of the ten, SeaDream I on 4, with 4 level.
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Avalon Waterways
Avalon Alegria
There are few better ways to experience the scenic landscapes and storied traditions of the Douro River Valey of Portugal and Spain than on Avalon Alegria from Avalon Waterways. Famed for its wine and terraced vineyards, the valley is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Sailing now
6 cruises on sale, from $4,650.
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
Avalon Alegria or SeaDream I?
Which is bigger, Avalon Alegria or SeaDream I?
Avalon Alegria is bigger at 9,999 gross tons, against 4,253 gross tons for SeaDream I. Avalon Alegria carries 102 passengers and SeaDream I carries 112.
Which ship is newer, Avalon Alegria or SeaDream I?
Avalon Alegria is newer, with a maiden voyage in 2024 against 2000 for SeaDream I.
Which has more space per passenger?
Avalon Alegria, with 98.0 gross tons per passenger against 38.0 on SeaDream I. The higher the figure, the more ship there is for each guest.
Which has more crew per passenger?
SeaDream I, with one crew member for every 1.2 passengers against one for every 3.1 on Avalon Alegria.
Which is better for families?
They score the same for family friendliness in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores: 5.0 out of 10.
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