Celebrity Cruises
Celebrity Constellation
- Cruises
- 46
- From
- $522
Ship comparison
Celebrity Constellation vs Queen Elizabeth
Cunard Line
Queen Elizabeth
- Cruises
- 182
- From
- $799
The verdict
Which should you choose?
Celebrity Constellation is a large Celebrity Cruises ship carrying 2,038 passengers, in service since 2002. Queen Elizabeth is a large Cunard Line ship carrying 2,068 passengers, in service since 2010.
Choose Celebrity Constellation if you want a more family-friendly ship, more adventure and nature or a lower starting fare: it outscores Queen Elizabeth for family friendly (7.7 vs 5.0) and adventure & nature (6.5 vs 5.0) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores and its cruises start from $522 (vs $799).
Choose Queen Elizabeth if you want a newer ship, a more active cruise or more of a party: it outscores Celebrity Constellation for active (6.0 vs 5.0) and party (5.0 vs 4.0) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores and its maiden voyage was in 2010 (vs 2002).
Side by side
Specifications
marks the better figure where more, or less, is plainly better.
| Celebrity Constellation | Queen Elizabeth | |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise line | Celebrity Cruises | Cunard Line |
| Ship size | Large | Large |
| Maiden voyagenewer highlighted | 2002 | 2010 (better) |
| Last refurbishedmore recent highlighted | 2012 | — |
| Gross tonnage | 91,000 | 90,900 |
| Passengers | 2,038 | 2,068 |
| Crew | 999 | 1,005 |
| Passengers per crew memberfewer is better | 2.0 (better) | 2.1 |
| Space per passengergross tons per passenger; more is roomier | 44.7 (better) | 44.0 |
| Decks | 11 | 16 |
| Length | 965 ft | 964 ft |
| Beam | 106 ft | 106 ft |
| Speed | 28 mph | 27 mph |
| Cruiseable ratingout of 10 | 8 / 10 | 8 / 10 |
| Cruises on sale | 46 | 182 |
| Upcoming sailings | 84 | 200 |
| Cruise lengths | 4–16 nights | 3–113 nights |
| Fares fromlower highlighted | $522 (better) | $799 |
Bliss scores
How they rate, out of 10
Cruiseable rates ships out of 10 on ten parts of a cruise holiday. Celebrity Constellation leads on 3 of the ten, Queen Elizabeth on 4, with 3 level.
- Active
- Adventure & nature
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- Dining
- Entertainment
- Family friendly
- Party
- Romantic
- Spa & fitness
- Staterooms
Celebrity Cruises
Celebrity Constellation
Celebrity Constellation is a ship that appeals to upscale travelers looking for a hip and happening cruise experience.
Highlights
- Specialty dining options include Tuscan Grille, a grill experience at sea.
- Don't miss Cellar Masters, which offers you tastes of wines from around the world.
- Spend that day at the AquaSpa, enjoy the hydropool or get a massage.
- Be active. Use the basketball court, golf simulator or jogging track.
Sailing now
46 cruises on sale, from $522.
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Cunard Line
Queen Elizabeth
Queen Elizabeth of Cunard Line received the royal treatment in 2010 when Her Majesty the Queen formally named the ship. When it joined sister ships Queen Mary 2 and Queen Victoria, Elizabeth became a favorite among many travelers who adore her rich Art Deco interiors and plush decor.
Highlights
- Traditional afternoon tea is served by white-gloved waiters in the Queens Room.
- Dance to a live band in the Queens Room, where gentleman dance hosts are available to partner with solo women travelers.
- Enjoy a drink of champagne or afternoon tea in the Garden Lounge, inspired by Kew Gardens London.
- Listen to lectures by leading authors, entertainers, celebrities, politicians and historians in the Cunard Insights Program.
Sailing now
182 cruises on sale, from $799.
Questions
Celebrity Constellation or Queen Elizabeth?
Which is bigger, Celebrity Constellation or Queen Elizabeth?
Celebrity Constellation is bigger at 91,000 gross tons, against 90,900 gross tons for Queen Elizabeth. Celebrity Constellation carries 2,038 passengers and Queen Elizabeth carries 2,068.
Which ship is newer, Celebrity Constellation or Queen Elizabeth?
Queen Elizabeth is newer, with a maiden voyage in 2010 against 2002 for Celebrity Constellation.
Which has more space per passenger?
Celebrity Constellation, with 44.7 gross tons per passenger against 44.0 on Queen Elizabeth. The higher the figure, the more ship there is for each guest.
Which has more crew per passenger?
Celebrity Constellation, with one crew member for every 2.0 passengers against one for every 2.1 on Queen Elizabeth.
Which is better for families?
Celebrity Constellation scores higher for family friendliness in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores: 7.7 out of 10, against 5.0 for Queen Elizabeth.
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