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Detailed side-by-side comparison of Carnival Cruise Line and Royal Caribbean cruise ships
| Specification | Carnival Freedom | Serenade of the Seas |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise Line | Carnival Cruise Line | Royal Caribbean |
| Maiden Voyage | 2006 | 2015 |
| Year Refurbished | 2015 | 2015 |
| Adults Only | No | No |
| Specification | Carnival Freedom | Serenade of the Seas |
|---|---|---|
| Passenger Capacity | 2,980 | 2,110 |
| Crew Size | 1,150 | 891 |
| Guest-to-Crew Ratio | 2.59 | 2.37 |
| Specification | Carnival Freedom | Serenade of the Seas |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Tonnage | 110,000 | 90,090 |
| Length | 952 ft | 965 ft |
| Width | 116 ft | 131 ft |
| Ship Size Category | Large | Large |
| Number of Decks | 13 | 12 |
| Specification | Carnival Freedom | Serenade of the Seas |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Cruiseable Rating | 7.0 / 10 | 8.0 / 10 |
| Roominess Score | 25.9 | 36.0 |
| Advised For | Party, staterooms, families | Staterooms, families, spa and fitness |
