Holland America Line
Nieuw Amsterdam
- Cruises
- 87
- From
- $429
Ship comparison
Nieuw Amsterdam vs Queen Elizabeth
Cunard Line
Queen Elizabeth
- Cruises
- 182
- From
- $799
The verdict
Which should you choose?
Nieuw Amsterdam is a large Holland America Line ship carrying 2,106 passengers, in service since 2010. Queen Elizabeth is a large Cunard Line ship carrying 2,068 passengers, in service since 2010.
Choose Nieuw Amsterdam if you want a lower starting fare or a more family-friendly ship: it outscores Queen Elizabeth for family friendly (6.0 vs 5.0) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores and its cruises start from $429 (vs $799).
Choose Queen Elizabeth if you want more of a party, a better-rated spa and gym or a more romantic trip: it outscores Nieuw Amsterdam for party (5.0 vs 3.0), spa & fitness (9.0 vs 8.0) and romantic (8.0 vs 7.0) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores.
Side by side
Specifications
marks the better figure where more, or less, is plainly better.
| Nieuw Amsterdam | Queen Elizabeth | |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise line | Holland America Line | Cunard Line |
| Ship size | Large | Large |
| Maiden voyagenewer highlighted | 2010 | 2010 |
| Gross tonnage | 86,700 | 90,900 |
| Passengers | 2,106 | 2,068 |
| Crew | 929 | 1,005 |
| Passengers per crew memberfewer is better | 2.3 | 2.1 (better) |
| Space per passengergross tons per passenger; more is roomier | 41.2 | 44.0 (better) |
| Decks | 11 | 16 |
| Length | 936 ft | 964 ft |
| Beam | 105 ft | 106 ft |
| Speed | 25 mph | 27 mph |
| Cruiseable ratingout of 10 | 9 / 10 (better) | 8 / 10 |
| Cruises on sale | 87 | 182 |
| Upcoming sailings | 139 | 200 |
| Cruise lengths | 4–41 nights | 3–113 nights |
| Fares fromlower highlighted | $429 (better) | $799 |
Bliss scores
How they rate, out of 10
Cruiseable rates ships out of 10 on ten parts of a cruise holiday. Nieuw Amsterdam leads on 1 of the ten, Queen Elizabeth on 6, with 3 level.
- Active
- Adventure & nature
- Cultural
- Dining
- Entertainment
- Family friendly
- Party
- Romantic
- Spa & fitness
- Staterooms
Holland America Line
Nieuw Amsterdam
Holland America is perfect for people who enjoy a sophisticated and refined environment built on a long maritime heritage. Holland America has been transporting passengers around the world for more than 140 years.
Highlights
- Take in the fine art collection, including works by Andy Warhol and Roy Lichtenstein.
- Enjoy the spine tingling and extraordinary outdoor-view glass elevators.
- Work off some of the great meals at the largest gymnasium ever built for a Holland America Line ship.
- Learn the history! Nieuw Amsterdam IV continues the proud tradition of her name and evolution of Holland America Line's sophisticated mid-sized ships.
Sailing now
87 cruises on sale, from $429.
Cunard Line
Queen Elizabeth
Queen Elizabeth of Cunard Line received the royal treatment in 2010 when Her Majesty the Queen formally named the ship. When it joined sister ships Queen Mary 2 and Queen Victoria, Elizabeth became a favorite among many travelers who adore her rich Art Deco interiors and plush decor.
Highlights
- Traditional afternoon tea is served by white-gloved waiters in the Queens Room.
- Dance to a live band in the Queens Room, where gentleman dance hosts are available to partner with solo women travelers.
- Enjoy a drink of champagne or afternoon tea in the Garden Lounge, inspired by Kew Gardens London.
- Listen to lectures by leading authors, entertainers, celebrities, politicians and historians in the Cunard Insights Program.
Sailing now
182 cruises on sale, from $799.
Questions
Nieuw Amsterdam or Queen Elizabeth?
Which is bigger, Nieuw Amsterdam or Queen Elizabeth?
Queen Elizabeth is bigger at 90,900 gross tons, against 86,700 gross tons for Nieuw Amsterdam. Nieuw Amsterdam carries 2,106 passengers and Queen Elizabeth carries 2,068.
Which ship is newer, Nieuw Amsterdam or Queen Elizabeth?
Both made their maiden voyage in 2010.
Which has more space per passenger?
Queen Elizabeth, with 44.0 gross tons per passenger against 41.2 on Nieuw Amsterdam. The higher the figure, the more ship there is for each guest.
Which has more crew per passenger?
Queen Elizabeth, with one crew member for every 2.1 passengers against one for every 2.3 on Nieuw Amsterdam.
Which is better for families?
Nieuw Amsterdam scores higher for family friendliness in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores: 6.0 out of 10, against 5.0 for Queen Elizabeth.
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