Avalon Waterways
Avalon Envision
- Cruises
- 15
- From
- $3,243
Ship comparison
Avalon Envision vs Scenic Jewel
Scenic
Scenic Jewel
- Cruises
- 52
- From
- $3,292
The verdict
Which should you choose?
Avalon Envision is an intimate Avalon Waterways ship carrying 166 passengers, in service since 2019. Scenic Jewel is an intimate Scenic ship carrying 169 passengers, in service since 2012.
Choose Avalon Envision if you want a more family-friendly ship, more culture or a newer ship: it outscores Scenic Jewel for family friendly (5.0 vs 2.0) and cultural (8.0 vs 6.0) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores and its maiden voyage was in 2019 (vs 2012).
Choose Scenic Jewel if you want better-rated staterooms, more adventure and nature or a more active cruise: it outscores Avalon Envision for staterooms (10.0 vs 7.0), adventure & nature (7.0 vs 5.0) and active (8.0 vs 7.0) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores.
Side by side
Specifications
marks the better figure where more, or less, is plainly better.
| Avalon Envision | Scenic Jewel | |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise line | Avalon Waterways | Scenic |
| Ship size | Intimate | Intimate |
| Maiden voyagenewer highlighted | 2019 (better) | 2012 |
| Last refurbishedmore recent highlighted | — | 2019 |
| Gross tonnage | 2,775 | 2,721 |
| Passengers | 166 | 169 |
| Crew | 47 | 51 |
| Passengers per crew memberfewer is better | 3.5 | 3.3 (better) |
| Space per passengergross tons per passenger; more is roomier | 16.7 (better) | 16.1 |
| Decks | 4 | 4 |
| Length | 443 ft | 444 ft |
| Beam | 39 ft | 38 ft |
| Speed | 14 mph | — |
| Cruiseable ratingout of 10 | 9 / 10 (better) | 8 / 10 |
| Cruises on sale | 15 | 52 |
| Upcoming sailings | 84 | 111 |
| Cruise lengths | 4 to 15 nights | 7 to 34 nights |
| Fares fromlower highlighted | $3,243 (better) | $3,292 |
Bliss scores
How they rate, out of 10
Cruiseable rates ships out of 10 on ten parts of a cruise holiday. Avalon Envision leads on 3 of the ten, Scenic Jewel on 3, with 4 level.
- Active
- Adventure & nature
- Cultural
- Dining
- Entertainment
- Family friendly
- Party
- Romantic
- Spa & fitness
- Staterooms
Avalon Waterways
Avalon Envision
The 166-passenger Avalon Envision debuted in April 2019 as the latest vessel in Avalon Waterways' Suite Ship class.
Sailing now
15 cruises on sale, from $3,243.
Scenic
Scenic Jewel
Scenic Jewel from the luxury cruise line Scenic voyages along the Rhine River, to such destinations as Prague, Berlin, Budapest, Vienna and smaller river towns. The ship features outdoor balconies that convert into all-weather "Sun Lounges," newly designed guest rooms with 32-inch, flat screen HDTVs as well as six onboard restaurants.
Highlights
- Balconies convert to all-weather "Sun Lounges" so you never miss a good view
- Deluxe Balcony Suites with additional space & privacy
- Scenic Cruises' signature all-inclusive pricing, including tips
Sailing now
52 cruises on sale, from $3,292.
Questions
Avalon Envision or Scenic Jewel?
Which is bigger, Avalon Envision or Scenic Jewel?
Avalon Envision is bigger at 2,775 gross tons, against 2,721 gross tons for Scenic Jewel. Avalon Envision carries 166 passengers and Scenic Jewel carries 169.
Which ship is newer, Avalon Envision or Scenic Jewel?
Avalon Envision is newer, with a maiden voyage in 2019 against 2012 for Scenic Jewel.
Which has more space per passenger?
Avalon Envision, with 16.7 gross tons per passenger against 16.1 on Scenic Jewel. The higher the figure, the more ship there is for each guest.
Which has more crew per passenger?
Scenic Jewel, with one crew member for every 3.3 passengers against one for every 3.5 on Avalon Envision.
Which is better for families?
Avalon Envision scores higher for family friendliness in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores: 5.0 out of 10, against 2.0 for Scenic Jewel.
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