Norwegian Cruise Line
Norwegian Jewel
- Cruises
- 42
- From
- $299
Ship comparison
Norwegian Jewel vs Serenade of the Seas
Royal Caribbean
Serenade of the Seas
- Cruises
- 44
- From
- $219
The verdict
Which should you choose?
Norwegian Jewel is a large Norwegian Cruise Line ship carrying 2,376 passengers, in service since 2005. Serenade of the Seas is a large Royal Caribbean ship carrying 2,110 passengers, in service since 2003.
Choose Norwegian Jewel if you want more of a party, a more romantic trip or more adventure and nature: it outscores Serenade of the Seas for party (8.0 vs 6.0), romantic (7.0 vs 6.0) and adventure & nature (8.0 vs 7.0) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores.
Choose Serenade of the Seas if you want a better-rated spa and gym, better-rated staterooms or a lower starting fare: it outscores Norwegian Jewel for spa & fitness (9.0 vs 8.0) and staterooms (8.0 vs 7.0) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores and its cruises start from $219 (vs $299).
Side by side
Specifications
marks the better figure where more, or less, is plainly better.
| Norwegian Jewel | Serenade of the Seas | |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise line | Norwegian Cruise Line | Royal Caribbean |
| Ship size | Large | Large |
| Maiden voyagenewer highlighted | 2005 (better) | 2003 |
| Last refurbishedmore recent highlighted | 2018 (better) | 2015 |
| Gross tonnage | 93,502 | 90,090 |
| Passengers | 2,376 | 2,110 |
| Crew | 1,100 | 891 |
| Passengers per crew memberfewer is better | 2.2 (better) | 2.4 |
| Space per passengergross tons per passenger; more is roomier | 39.4 | 42.7 (better) |
| Decks | 15 | 12 |
| Length | 965 ft | 965 ft |
| Beam | 105 ft | 131 ft |
| Speed | 29 mph | 29 mph |
| Cruiseable ratingout of 10 | 8 / 10 | 8 / 10 |
| Cruises on sale | 42 | 44 |
| Upcoming sailings | 53 | 109 |
| Cruise lengths | 4 to 17 nights | 3 to 15 nights |
| Fares fromlower highlighted | $299 | $219 (better) |
Bliss scores
How they rate, out of 10
Cruiseable rates ships out of 10 on ten parts of a cruise holiday. Norwegian Jewel leads on 5 of the ten, Serenade of the Seas on 2, with 3 level.
- Active
- Adventure & nature
- Cultural
- Dining
- Entertainment
- Family friendly
- Party
- Romantic
- Spa & fitness
- Staterooms
Norwegian Cruise Line
Norwegian Jewel
Since its launch, Norwegian Jewel — namesake of Norwegian Cruise Line's Jewel Class cruise ships — has proved to be a gem of a vessel. In addition to offering some of the largest suites at sea, there are staterooms to accommodate every style.
Highlights
- Start crooning, scatting and belting out those favorite tunes in three private karaoke rooms in the FYZZ Carbaret Lounge & Bar.
- Whatever your passion or poison enjoy a full sake bar, a whiskey bar or champagne bar and toast to good times!
- You must check out Club Underground with a NYC subway theme with full 1980's style graffiti... it's for teens but you may enjoy the scene!
- 24/7 made to order hot delivered pizza!
Sailing now
42 cruises on sale, from $299.
Royal Caribbean
Serenade of the Seas
Serenade of the Seas from Royal Caribbean combines speed, added comfort, greater space, sweeping ocean vistas and a personable crew. Among the ship's highlights are the nine-story glass-constructed Centrum, glass elevators facing the sea and the highest percentage of outside cabins in the Royal Caribbean fleet.
Highlights
- Vegas-style gambling in Casino Royale
- Vintages, Royal Caribbean's first wine bar
- The 1960s vibe at R Bar
- Rock-climbing wall and mini-golf course
Sailing now
44 cruises on sale, from $219.
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Questions
Norwegian Jewel or Serenade of the Seas?
Which is bigger, Norwegian Jewel or Serenade of the Seas?
Norwegian Jewel is bigger at 93,502 gross tons, against 90,090 gross tons for Serenade of the Seas. Norwegian Jewel carries 2,376 passengers and Serenade of the Seas carries 2,110.
Which ship is newer, Norwegian Jewel or Serenade of the Seas?
Norwegian Jewel is newer, with a maiden voyage in 2005 against 2003 for Serenade of the Seas.
Which has more space per passenger?
Serenade of the Seas, with 42.7 gross tons per passenger against 39.4 on Norwegian Jewel. The higher the figure, the more ship there is for each guest.
Which has more crew per passenger?
Norwegian Jewel, with one crew member for every 2.2 passengers against one for every 2.4 on Serenade 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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