Norwegian Cruise Line
Norwegian Bliss
- Cruises
- 23
- From
- $679
Ship comparison
Norwegian Bliss vs Quantum of the Seas
Royal Caribbean
Quantum of the Seas
- Cruises
- 27
- From
- $357
The verdict
Which should you choose?
Norwegian Bliss is a mega Norwegian Cruise Line ship carrying 4,000 passengers, in service since 2018. Quantum of the Seas is a mega Royal Caribbean ship carrying 4,152 passengers, in service since 2014.
Choose Norwegian Bliss if you want more adventure and nature, a more active cruise or more crew per passenger: it outscores Quantum of the Seas for adventure & nature (10.0 vs 4.0) and active (10.0 vs 7.0) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores and it has a crew member for every 1.9 passengers (vs 2.8).
Choose Quantum of the Seas if you want a lower starting fare, a more family-friendly ship or more culture: it outscores Norwegian Bliss for family friendly (8.0 vs 7.0) and cultural (7.0 vs 6.0) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores and its cruises start from $357 (vs $679).
Side by side
Specifications
marks the better figure where more, or less, is plainly better.
| Norwegian Bliss | Quantum of the Seas | |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise line | Norwegian Cruise Line | Royal Caribbean |
| Ship size | Mega | Mega |
| Maiden voyagenewer highlighted | 2018 (better) | 2014 |
| Last refurbishedmore recent highlighted | — | 2019 |
| Gross tonnage | 167,800 | 167,800 |
| Passengers | 4,000 | 4,152 |
| Crew | 2,100 | 1,500 |
| Passengers per crew memberfewer is better | 1.9 (better) | 2.8 |
| Space per passengergross tons per passenger; more is roomier | 42.0 (better) | 40.4 |
| Decks | 20 | 18 |
| Length | 1,069 ft | 1,141 ft |
| Beam | 136 ft | 135 ft |
| Speed | 26 mph | 25 mph |
| Cruiseable ratingout of 10 | 9 / 10 | 9 / 10 |
| Cruises on sale | 23 | 27 |
| Upcoming sailings | 85 | 84 |
| Cruise lengths | 5 to 22 nights | 3 to 23 nights |
| Fares fromlower highlighted | $679 | $357 (better) |
Bliss scores
How they rate, out of 10
Cruiseable rates ships out of 10 on ten parts of a cruise holiday. Norwegian Bliss leads on 4 of the ten, Quantum of the Seas on 2, with 4 level.
- Active
- Adventure & nature
- Cultural
- Dining
- Entertainment
- Family friendly
- Party
- Romantic
- Spa & fitness
- Staterooms
Norwegian Cruise Line
Norwegian Bliss
The first ship from Norwegian Cruise Line built specifically for Alaska cruises, Norwegian Bliss began seasonal sailings to Alaska in June 2018, and offers itineraries that call on the Mexican Riviera and Bermuda in the fall and winter.
Sailing now
23 cruises on sale, from $679.
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
Norwegian Bliss or Quantum of the Seas?
Which is bigger, Norwegian Bliss or Quantum of the Seas?
They are the same size, 167,800 gross tons each. Norwegian Bliss carries 4,000 passengers and Quantum of the Seas carries 4,152.
Which ship is newer, Norwegian Bliss or Quantum of the Seas?
Norwegian Bliss is newer, with a maiden voyage in 2018 against 2014 for Quantum of the Seas.
Which has more space per passenger?
Norwegian Bliss, with 42.0 gross tons per passenger against 40.4 on Quantum of the Seas. The higher the figure, the more ship there is for each guest.
Which has more crew per passenger?
Norwegian Bliss, with one crew member for every 1.9 passengers against one for every 2.8 on Quantum of the Seas.
Which is better for families?
Quantum of the Seas scores higher for family friendliness in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores: 8.0 out of 10, against 7.0 for Norwegian Bliss.
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