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Detailed side-by-side comparison of Carnival Cruise Line and Royal Caribbean cruise ships
| Specification | Carnival Elation | Odyssey of the Seas |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise Line | Carnival Cruise Line | Royal Caribbean |
| Maiden Voyage | 1998 | 2021 |
| Year Refurbished | 2015 | N/A |
| Adults Only | No | No |
| Specification | Carnival Elation | Odyssey of the Seas |
|---|---|---|
| Passenger Capacity | 2,190 | 4,198 |
| Crew Size | 900 | 1,550 |
| Guest-to-Crew Ratio | 2.43 | 2.71 |
| Specification | Carnival Elation | Odyssey of the Seas |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Tonnage | 71,909 | 169,000 |
| Length | 855 ft | 1,138 ft |
| Width | 103 ft | 135 ft |
| Ship Size Category | Large | Mega |
| Number of Decks | 13 | 16 |
| Specification | Carnival Elation | Odyssey of the Seas |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Cruiseable Rating | 6.0 / 10 | 9.0 / 10 |
| Roominess Score | 34.2 | N/A |
| Advised For | Party, families | Party, families, entertainment |
