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Detailed side-by-side comparison of Celebrity Cruises and Royal Caribbean cruise ships
| Specification | Celebrity Solstice | Explorer of the Seas |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise Line | Celebrity Cruises | Royal Caribbean |
| Maiden Voyage | 2008 | 2000 |
| Year Refurbished | 2021 | 2015 |
| Adults Only | No | No |
| Specification | Celebrity Solstice | Explorer of the Seas |
|---|---|---|
| Passenger Capacity | 2,850 | 3,114 |
| Crew Size | 1,500 | 1,185 |
| Guest-to-Crew Ratio | 1.90 | 2.63 |
| Specification | Celebrity Solstice | Explorer of the Seas |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Tonnage | 122,000 | 137,308 |
| Length | 1,041 ft | 1,020 ft |
| Width | 121 ft | 157 ft |
| Ship Size Category | Large | Large |
| Number of Decks | 19 | 15 |
| Specification | Celebrity Solstice | Explorer of the Seas |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Cruiseable Rating | 8.0 / 10 | 7.0 / 10 |
| Roominess Score | 38.7 | 35.7 |
| Advised For | Cultural, staterooms, romantic, spa and fitness | Staterooms, families, spa and fitness |
