MSC Cruises
MSC Magnifica
- Cruises
- 116
- From
- $268
Ship comparison
MSC Magnifica vs Vision of the Seas
Royal Caribbean
Vision of the Seas
- Cruises
- 35
- From
- $489
The verdict
Which should you choose?
MSC Magnifica is a large MSC Cruises ship carrying 2,518 passengers, in service since 2010. Vision of the Seas is a large Royal Caribbean ship carrying 2,435 passengers, in service since 1998.
Choose MSC Magnifica if you want a newer ship, better-rated staterooms or more culture: it outscores Vision of the Seas for staterooms (8.0 vs 6.0) and cultural (6.0 vs 4.0) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores and its maiden voyage was in 2010 (vs 1998).
Choose Vision of the Seas if you want better-rated entertainment, a better-rated spa and gym or a more active cruise: it outscores MSC Magnifica for entertainment (7.4 vs 6.2), spa & fitness (8.0 vs 7.0) and active (6.0 vs 5.0) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores.
Side by side
Specifications
marks the better figure where more, or less, is plainly better.
| MSC Magnifica | Vision of the Seas | |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise line | MSC Cruises | Royal Caribbean |
| Ship size | Large | Large |
| Maiden voyagenewer highlighted | 2010 (better) | 1998 |
| Last refurbishedmore recent highlighted | — | 2013 |
| Gross tonnage | 95,128 | 78,491 |
| Passengers | 2,518 | 2,435 |
| Crew | 1,027 | 723 |
| Passengers per crew memberfewer is better | 2.5 (better) | 3.4 |
| Space per passengergross tons per passenger; more is roomier | 37.8 (better) | 32.2 |
| Decks | 13 | 11 |
| Length | 963 ft | 915 ft |
| Beam | 106 ft | 117 ft |
| Speed | 26 mph | 25 mph |
| Cruiseable ratingout of 10 | 8 / 10 (better) | 6 / 10 |
| Cruises on sale | 116 | 35 |
| Upcoming sailings | 283 | 72 |
| Cruise lengths | 1 to 121 nights | 3 to 11 nights |
| Fares fromlower highlighted | $268 (better) | $489 |
Bliss scores
How they rate, out of 10
Cruiseable rates ships out of 10 on ten parts of a cruise holiday. MSC Magnifica leads on 3 of the ten, Vision of the Seas on 3, with 4 level.
- Active
- Adventure & nature
- Cultural
- Dining
- Entertainment
- Family friendly
- Party
- Romantic
- Spa & fitness
- Staterooms
MSC Cruises
MSC Magnifica
As its name would suggest, MSC Magnifica is a true jewel within the MSC Cruises family — you are welcomed aboard with Italian style, Mediterranean luxury and an atmosphere infused with energy.
Highlights
- One of the most stylish ships within the MSC Cruises fleet
- Ideal family choice
- Drinks package options are available
- Oriental Plaza Chinese and Asian Fusion speciality restaurant
Sailing now
116 cruises on sale, from $268.
Royal Caribbean
Vision of the Seas
Vision of the Seas offers most of the staples you're accustomed to seeing on Royal Caribbean ships: satisfying restaurants, new technology and sun-splashed destinations. Cruise passengers can enjoy new staterooms; the Centrum experience, a high-flying aerial acrobatics show, and an outdoor movie screen.
Highlights
- Gaming in the Vegas-style Casino Royale
- Broadway-style entertainment in the Main Theater
- Solarium, an adults-only retreat
- Spa treatments at Vitality Spa
Sailing now
35 cruises on sale, from $489.
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Questions
MSC Magnifica or Vision of the Seas?
Which is bigger, MSC Magnifica or Vision of the Seas?
MSC Magnifica is bigger at 95,128 gross tons, against 78,491 gross tons for Vision of the Seas. MSC Magnifica carries 2,518 passengers and Vision of the Seas carries 2,435.
Which ship is newer, MSC Magnifica or Vision of the Seas?
MSC Magnifica is newer, with a maiden voyage in 2010 against 1998 for Vision of the Seas.
Which has more space per passenger?
MSC Magnifica, with 37.8 gross tons per passenger against 32.2 on Vision of the Seas. The higher the figure, the more ship there is for each guest.
Which has more crew per passenger?
MSC Magnifica, with one crew member for every 2.5 passengers against one for every 3.4 on Vision of the Seas.
Which is better for families?
They score the same for family friendliness in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores: 8.0 out of 10.
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