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Detailed side-by-side comparison of Royal Caribbean and Silversea cruise ships
| Specification | Explorer of the Seas | Silver Cloud |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise Line | Royal Caribbean | Silversea |
| Maiden Voyage | 2000 | 1994 |
| Year Refurbished | 2015 | 2017 |
| Adults Only | No | No |
| Specification | Explorer of the Seas | Silver Cloud |
|---|---|---|
| Passenger Capacity | 3,114 | 254 |
| Crew Size | 1,185 | 222 |
| Guest-to-Crew Ratio | 2.63 | 1.14 |
| Specification | Explorer of the Seas | Silver Cloud |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Tonnage | 137,308 | 16,800 |
| Length | 1,020 ft | 514 ft |
| Width | 157 ft | 71 ft |
| Ship Size Category | Large | Small |
| Number of Decks | 15 | 9 |
| Specification | Explorer of the Seas | Silver Cloud |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Cruiseable Rating | 7.0 / 10 | 10.0 / 10 |
| Roominess Score | 35.7 | 50.1 |
| Advised For | Staterooms, families, spa and fitness | Cultural, staterooms, romantic, adventure and nature, adults, spa and fitness, dining |
