Norwegian Cruise Line
Norwegian Jade
- Cruises
- 36
- From
- $699
Ship comparison
Norwegian Jade vs Vision of the Seas
Royal Caribbean
Vision of the Seas
- Cruises
- 35
- From
- $489
The verdict
Which should you choose?
Norwegian Jade is a large Norwegian Cruise Line ship carrying 2,402 passengers, in service since 2006. Vision of the Seas is a large Royal Caribbean ship carrying 2,435 passengers, in service since 1998.
Choose Norwegian Jade if you want more of a party, more crew per passenger or a more romantic trip: it outscores Vision of the Seas for party (8.0 vs 5.0) and romantic (6.0 vs 4.0) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores and it has a crew member for every 2.2 passengers (vs 3.4).
Choose Vision of the Seas if you want a better-rated spa and gym or a lower starting fare: it outscores Norwegian Jade for spa & fitness (8.0 vs 6.0) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores and its cruises start from $489 (vs $699).
Side by side
Specifications
marks the better figure where more, or less, is plainly better.
| Norwegian Jade | Vision of the Seas | |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise line | Norwegian Cruise Line | Royal Caribbean |
| Ship size | Large | Large |
| Maiden voyagenewer highlighted | 2006 (better) | 1998 |
| Last refurbishedmore recent highlighted | 2017 (better) | 2013 |
| Gross tonnage | 93,558 | 78,491 |
| Passengers | 2,402 | 2,435 |
| Crew | 1,078 | 723 |
| Passengers per crew memberfewer is better | 2.2 (better) | 3.4 |
| Space per passengergross tons per passenger; more is roomier | 39.0 (better) | 32.2 |
| Decks | 15 | 11 |
| Length | 965 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 | 36 | 35 |
| Upcoming sailings | 75 | 72 |
| Cruise lengths | 7 to 17 nights | 3 to 11 nights |
| Fares fromlower highlighted | $699 | $489 (better) |
Bliss scores
How they rate, out of 10
Cruiseable rates ships out of 10 on ten parts of a cruise holiday. Norwegian Jade leads on 6 of the ten, Vision of the Seas on 1, with 3 level.
- Active
- Adventure & nature
- Cultural
- Dining
- Entertainment
- Family friendly
- Party
- Romantic
- Spa & fitness
- Staterooms
Norwegian Cruise Line
Norwegian Jade
Sailing the Caribbean in winter and European waters in summer, the 2,402-passenger Norwegian Jade from Norwegian Cruise Line offers a fun, laid-back way to explore the historic sites of Europe. Unlike many large ships, which repeat the same itinerary over and over, Jade features a varied selection of enriching cruises.
Highlights
- Fitness Center features a full gym and aerobics/fitness classes daily.
- If you love playing slots, you can gamble one cent up to $100.
- Two huge 4,390-square-foot Garden Villas offer three separate bedrooms, private garden with hot tub and access to a private courtyard with pool.
Sailing now
36 cruises on sale, from $699.
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
Norwegian Jade or Vision of the Seas?
Which is bigger, Norwegian Jade or Vision of the Seas?
Norwegian Jade is bigger at 93,558 gross tons, against 78,491 gross tons for Vision of the Seas. Norwegian Jade carries 2,402 passengers and Vision of the Seas carries 2,435.
Which ship is newer, Norwegian Jade or Vision of the Seas?
Norwegian Jade is newer, with a maiden voyage in 2006 against 1998 for Vision of the Seas.
Which has more space per passenger?
Norwegian Jade, with 39.0 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?
Norwegian Jade, with one crew member for every 2.2 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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