MSC Cruises
MSC Divina
- Cruises
- 55
- From
- $79
Ship comparison
MSC Divina vs MSC Preziosa
MSC Cruises
MSC Preziosa
- Cruises
- 70
- From
- $129
The verdict
Which should you choose?
MSC Divina is a large MSC Cruises ship carrying 3,478 passengers, in service since 2012. MSC Preziosa is a large MSC Cruises ship carrying 3,502 passengers, in service since 2013.
Choose MSC Divina if you want more of a party, a more romantic trip or better-rated entertainment: it outscores MSC Preziosa for party (9.0 vs 5.0), romantic (8.0 vs 5.0) and entertainment (10.0 vs 7.6) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores.
Choose MSC Preziosa if you want more culture: it outscores MSC Divina for cultural (4.0 vs 2.0) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores.
Side by side
Specifications
marks the better figure where more, or less, is plainly better.
| MSC Divina | MSC Preziosa | |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise line | MSC Cruises | MSC Cruises |
| Ship size | Large | Large |
| Maiden voyagenewer highlighted | 2012 | 2013 (better) |
| Gross tonnage | 139,400 | 139,400 |
| Passengers | 3,478 | 3,502 |
| Crew | 1,410 | 1,388 |
| Passengers per crew memberfewer is better | 2.5 | 2.5 |
| Space per passengergross tons per passenger; more is roomier | 40.1 (better) | 39.8 |
| Decks | 18 | 18 |
| Length | 1,094 ft | 1,093 ft |
| Beam | 125 ft | 125 ft |
| Speed | 26 mph | 27 mph |
| Cruiseable ratingout of 10 | 9 / 10 (better) | 8 / 10 |
| Cruises on sale | 55 | 70 |
| Upcoming sailings | 240 | 222 |
| Cruise lengths | 1 to 22 nights | 2 to 14 nights |
| Fares fromlower highlighted | $79 (better) | $129 |
Bliss scores
How they rate, out of 10
Cruiseable rates ships out of 10 on ten parts of a cruise holiday. MSC Divina leads on 6 of the ten, MSC Preziosa on 1, with 3 level.
- Active
- Adventure & nature
- Cultural
- Dining
- Entertainment
- Family friendly
- Party
- Romantic
- Spa & fitness
- Staterooms
MSC Cruises
MSC Divina
Named after godmother Sophia Loren, MSC Divina — the first of MSC Cruises’ ships dedicated to North Americans — is one of the line’s most luxurious ships, with sailings from Miami to the Caribbean.
Highlights
- 18 bars and lounges
- 5 swimming pools
- Exclusive partnerships with brands like Eataly, Segafredo Zanetti and Venchi.
- State-of-the-art theater with entertainment galore.
Sailing now
55 cruises on sale, from $79.
MSC Cruises
MSC Preziosa
MSC Cruises' MSC Preziosa will appeal to families, as children under 18 can share a cabin with their parents and sail free (except for port taxes). There are quality kids clubs, special family excursions as well as traditional-style, family-friendly entertainment.
Highlights
- Vertigo Water Slide, the longest at sea
- Yacht Club, the "ship within a ship" premium suites area with concierge, lounge, private pool deck and restaurant
- Mediterranean-inspired food and service
- Good value fares; children under 18 sharing a cabin with their parents travel for free
Sailing now
70 cruises on sale, from $129.
Questions
MSC Divina or MSC Preziosa?
Which is bigger, MSC Divina or MSC Preziosa?
They are the same size, 139,400 gross tons each. MSC Divina carries 3,478 passengers and MSC Preziosa carries 3,502.
Which ship is newer, MSC Divina or MSC Preziosa?
MSC Preziosa is newer, with a maiden voyage in 2013 against 2012 for MSC Divina.
Which has more space per passenger?
MSC Divina, with 40.1 gross tons per passenger against 39.8 on MSC Preziosa. 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 2.5 passengers.
Which is better for families?
MSC Divina scores higher for family friendliness in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores: 7.0 out of 10, against 6.0 for MSC Preziosa.
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