Carnival Cruise Line
Carnival Breeze
- Cruises
- 11
- From
- $285
Ship comparison
Carnival Breeze vs Carnival Magic
Carnival Cruise Line
Carnival Magic
- Cruises
- 10
- From
- $320
The verdict
Which should you choose?
Carnival Breeze is a large Carnival Cruise Line ship carrying 3,690 passengers, in service since 2012. Carnival Magic is a large Carnival Cruise Line ship carrying 3,690 passengers, in service since 2011.
Choose Carnival Breeze if you want a more family-friendly ship: it outscores Carnival Magic for family friendly (9.0 vs 8.0) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores.
Choose Carnival Magic if you want a better-rated spa and gym or a more active cruise: it outscores Carnival Breeze for spa & fitness (7.0 vs 6.0) and active (7.0 vs 6.0) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores.
Side by side
Specifications
marks the better figure where more, or less, is plainly better.
| Carnival Breeze | Carnival Magic | |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise line | Carnival Cruise Line | Carnival Cruise Line |
| Ship size | Large | Large |
| Maiden voyagenewer highlighted | 2012 (better) | 2011 |
| Last refurbishedmore recent highlighted | — | 2018 |
| Gross tonnage | 130,000 | 130,000 |
| Passengers | 3,690 | 3,690 |
| Crew | 1,386 | 1,367 |
| Passengers per crew memberfewer is better | 2.7 | 2.7 |
| Space per passengergross tons per passenger; more is roomier | 35.2 | 35.2 |
| Decks | 15 | 17 |
| Length | 1,004 ft | 1,004 ft |
| Beam | 122 ft | 122 ft |
| Speed | 26 mph | 29 mph |
| Cruiseable ratingout of 10 | 8 / 10 | 8 / 10 |
| Cruises on sale | 11 | 10 |
| Upcoming sailings | 82 | 72 |
| Cruise lengths | 4 to 14 nights | 6 to 8 nights |
| Fares fromlower highlighted | $285 (better) | $320 |
Bliss scores
How they rate, out of 10
Cruiseable rates ships out of 10 on ten parts of a cruise holiday. Carnival Breeze leads on 2 of the ten, Carnival Magic on 2, with 6 level.
- Active
- Adventure & nature
- Cultural
- Dining
- Entertainment
- Family friendly
- Party
- Romantic
- Spa & fitness
- Staterooms
Carnival Cruise Line
Carnival Breeze
Carnival Breeze, sailing from Miami, will take you to some of the hottest spots in the Caribbean and the Bahamas, while you get to experience some fun in the sun on board.
Highlights
- Two waterslides at Carnival WaterWorks
- Carnival's house brew at RedFrog Pub
- Relaxing in Serenity Adult-Only Retreat
- Testing your luck at Winner's Luck Casino
Sailing now
11 cruises on sale, from $285.
Carnival Cruise Line
Carnival Magic
At 1,004 feet, Carnival Magic continued Carnival's Dream class tradition, with food and entertainment space in the Ocean Plaza, the splashy stylings of Carnival WaterWorks and The Lanai, a convenient and scenic half-mile outdoor wraparound promenade deck.
Highlights
- Exclusive teens-only Club O2
- Waterslides at Carnival WaterWorks
- Mini golf course at SportSquare
- Relaxing in Serenity Adult-Only Retreat
Sailing now
10 cruises on sale, from $320.
Questions
Carnival Breeze or Carnival Magic?
Which is bigger, Carnival Breeze or Carnival Magic?
They are the same size, 130,000 gross tons each. Carnival Breeze carries 3,690 passengers and Carnival Magic carries 3,690.
Which ship is newer, Carnival Breeze or Carnival Magic?
Carnival Breeze is newer, with a maiden voyage in 2012 against 2011 for Carnival Magic.
Which has more space per passenger?
They are level at 35.2 gross tons per passenger.
Which has more crew per passenger?
They are level, with one crew member for every 2.7 passengers.
Which is better for families?
Carnival Breeze scores higher for family friendliness in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores: 9.0 out of 10, against 8.0 for Carnival Magic.
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