Royal Caribbean
Brilliance of the Seas
- Cruises
- 42
- From
- $248
Ship comparison
Brilliance of the Seas vs Navigator of the Seas
Royal Caribbean
Navigator of the Seas
- Cruises
- 28
- From
- $267
The verdict
Which should you choose?
Brilliance of the Seas is a large Royal Caribbean ship carrying 2,400 passengers, in service since 2002. Navigator of the Seas is a large Royal Caribbean ship carrying 3,114 passengers, in service since 2002.
Choose Navigator of the Seas if you want a more active cruise, more culture or more space per passenger: it outscores Brilliance of the Seas for active (8.0 vs 6.0) and cultural (4.0 vs 2.0) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores and it has 44.3 gross tons per passenger (vs 37.5).
Brilliance of the Seas does not lead by a clear margin on any measure we track, so pick it for its itinerary or its dates.
Side by side
Specifications
marks the better figure where more, or less, is plainly better.
| Brilliance of the Seas | Navigator of the Seas | |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise line | Royal Caribbean | Royal Caribbean |
| Ship size | Large | Large |
| Maiden voyagenewer highlighted | 2002 | 2002 |
| Last refurbishedmore recent highlighted | 2015 | 2019 (better) |
| Gross tonnage | 90,090 | 138,000 |
| Passengers | 2,400 | 3,114 |
| Crew | 848 | 1,185 |
| Passengers per crew memberfewer is better | 2.8 | 2.6 (better) |
| Space per passengergross tons per passenger; more is roomier | 37.5 | 44.3 (better) |
| Decks | 12 | 15 |
| Length | 962 ft | 1,020 ft |
| Beam | 131 ft | 157 ft |
| Speed | 29 mph | 25 mph |
| Cruiseable ratingout of 10 | 6 / 10 | 8 / 10 (better) |
| Cruises on sale | 42 | 28 |
| Upcoming sailings | 96 | 112 |
| Cruise lengths | 3–15 nights | 2–17 nights |
| Fares fromlower highlighted | $248 (better) | $267 |
Bliss scores
How they rate, out of 10
Cruiseable rates ships out of 10 on ten parts of a cruise holiday. Brilliance of the Seas leads on 1 of the ten, Navigator of the Seas on 3, with 6 level.
- Active
- Adventure & nature
- Cultural
- Dining
- Entertainment
- Family friendly
- Party
- Romantic
- Spa & fitness
- Staterooms
Royal Caribbean
Brilliance of the Seas
Part of Royal Caribbean's Radiance class of ships, Brilliance of the Seas features acres of glass that enclose the nine-story central atrium, elevators facing the sea and floor-to-ceiling windows throughout — all of which flaunt ocean views.
Highlights
- Recreational activities such as a rock-climbing wall and a mini-golf course
- Adults-only Solarium pool
- Vegas-style gaming in the Casino Royale
- Complimentary Broadway-style entertainment
Sailing now
42 cruises on sale, from $248.
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Royal Caribbean
Navigator of the Seas
As the fourth ship in Royal Caribbean’s Voyager class, the 3,114-passenger Navigator of the Seas has plenty to offer. Refurbished in 2019, the ship features the longest waterslide at sea, a revamped pool area, new nightlife venues and updated dining options. The best way to enjoy this ship is to take advantage of the amenities.
Highlights
- Duty-free shopping on the Royal Promenade
- Recreational facilities such as the ice-skating rink and rock-climbing wall
- More than 100 treatments at Vitality Spa
- Solarium pool, an adults-only retreat
Sailing now
28 cruises on sale, from $267.
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Questions
Brilliance of the Seas or Navigator of the Seas?
Which is bigger, Brilliance of the Seas or Navigator of the Seas?
Navigator of the Seas is bigger at 138,000 gross tons, against 90,090 gross tons for Brilliance of the Seas. Brilliance of the Seas carries 2,400 passengers and Navigator of the Seas carries 3,114.
Which ship is newer, Brilliance of the Seas or Navigator of the Seas?
Both made their maiden voyage in 2002.
Which has more space per passenger?
Navigator of the Seas, with 44.3 gross tons per passenger against 37.5 on Brilliance of the Seas. The higher the figure, the more ship there is for each guest.
Which has more crew per passenger?
Navigator of the Seas, with one crew member for every 2.6 passengers against one for every 2.8 on Brilliance of the Seas.
Which is better for families?
They score the same for family friendliness in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores: 8.0 out of 10.
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