Disney Cruise Line
Disney Fantasy
- Cruises
- 48
- From
- $890
Ship comparison
Disney Fantasy vs Quantum of the Seas
Royal Caribbean
Quantum of the Seas
- Cruises
- 27
- From
- $357
The verdict
Which should you choose?
Disney Fantasy is a mega Disney Cruise Line ship carrying 4,000 passengers, in service since 2012. Quantum of the Seas is a mega Royal Caribbean ship carrying 4,152 passengers, in service since 2014.
Choose Disney Fantasy if you want a more family-friendly ship, a better-rated spa and gym or better-rated dining: it outscores Quantum of the Seas for family friendly (10.0 vs 8.0), spa & fitness (8.0 vs 7.0) and dining (8.0 vs 7.0) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores.
Choose Quantum of the Seas if you want a more romantic trip, more culture or a more active cruise: it outscores Disney Fantasy for romantic (6.0 vs 2.0), cultural (7.0 vs 3.0) and active (7.0 vs 4.0) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores.
Side by side
Specifications
marks the better figure where more, or less, is plainly better.
| Disney Fantasy | Quantum of the Seas | |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise line | Disney Cruise Line | Royal Caribbean |
| Ship size | Mega | Mega |
| Maiden voyagenewer highlighted | 2012 | 2014 (better) |
| Last refurbishedmore recent highlighted | 2015 | 2019 (better) |
| Gross tonnage | 128,000 | 167,800 |
| Passengers | 4,000 | 4,152 |
| Crew | 1,450 | 1,500 |
| Passengers per crew memberfewer is better | 2.8 | 2.8 |
| Space per passengergross tons per passenger; more is roomier | 32.0 | 40.4 (better) |
| Decks | 16 | 18 |
| Length | 1,115 ft | 1,141 ft |
| Beam | 137 ft | 135 ft |
| Speed | 28 mph | 25 mph |
| Cruiseable ratingout of 10 | 8 / 10 | 9 / 10 (better) |
| Cruises on sale | 48 | 27 |
| Upcoming sailings | 111 | 84 |
| Cruise lengths | 3 to 10 nights | 3 to 23 nights |
| Fares fromlower highlighted | $890 | $357 (better) |
Bliss scores
How they rate, out of 10
Cruiseable rates ships out of 10 on ten parts of a cruise holiday. Disney Fantasy leads on 3 of the ten, Quantum of the Seas on 7.
- Active
- Adventure & nature
- Cultural
- Dining
- Entertainment
- Family friendly
- Party
- Romantic
- Spa & fitness
- Staterooms
Disney Cruise Line
Disney Fantasy
Building on the classic style of her sister ships, Disney Fantasy is the fourth cruise ship in the Disney Cruise Line fleet. Disney Fantasy is designed to reflect the glamor of the golden age of cruising during the 1930s.
Highlights
- The Disney Fantasy is approximately 40% larger than the Disney Magic and the Disney Wonder.
- The centerpiece of the 3-deck atrium lobby is a bronze sculpture of Mademoiselle Minnie Mouse.
- Original paintings, statues and woodwork that lend to the Art Nouveau ambiance.
- Enjoy Disney-themed kids clubs, areas and immersive interactive programs and activities.
Sailing now
48 cruises on sale, from $890.
Royal Caribbean
Quantum of the Seas
Quantum of the Seas is the first ship of the Quantum class from Royal Caribbean. Dubbed the first “smartship,” Quantum of the Seas boasts some nice firsts at sea, including robotic bartenders, a skydiving simulator, bumper cars and high-speed Internet that really is high speed.
Highlights
- Two70, the aft entertainment area, offers amazing views by day and incredible entertainment at night with the signature show “Starwater.”
- The Music Hall offers a true rock concert venue with specialty cocktails and was our go-to spot for late night fun!
- iFLY by Ripcord and the North Star are two high flying attractions that you just have to experience.
- There are close to 3,000 pieces of art throughout the ship, including the relaxed and luxurious Via area.
Sailing now
27 cruises on sale, from $357.
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Questions
Disney Fantasy or Quantum of the Seas?
Which is bigger, Disney Fantasy or Quantum of the Seas?
Quantum of the Seas is bigger at 167,800 gross tons, against 128,000 gross tons for Disney Fantasy. Disney Fantasy carries 4,000 passengers and Quantum of the Seas carries 4,152.
Which ship is newer, Disney Fantasy or Quantum of the Seas?
Quantum of the Seas is newer, with a maiden voyage in 2014 against 2012 for Disney Fantasy.
Which has more space per passenger?
Quantum of the Seas, with 40.4 gross tons per passenger against 32.0 on Disney Fantasy. The higher the figure, the more ship there is for each guest.
Which has more crew per passenger?
They are level, with one crew member for every 2.8 passengers.
Which is better for families?
Disney Fantasy scores higher for family friendliness in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores: 10.0 out of 10, against 8.0 for Quantum of the Seas.
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