Scenic
Scenic Crystal
- Cruises
- 54
- From
- $3,820
Ship comparison
Scenic Crystal vs Scenic Jade
Scenic
Scenic Jade
- Cruises
- 33
- From
- $4,622
The verdict
Which should you choose?
Scenic Crystal is an intimate Scenic ship carrying 169 passengers, in service since 2011. Scenic Jade is an intimate Scenic ship carrying 169 passengers, in service since 2014.
Choose Scenic Crystal if you want a more active cruise, a more family-friendly ship or better-rated dining: it outscores Scenic Jade for active (8.0 vs 7.0), family friendly (2.0 vs 1.0) and dining (8.0 vs 7.0) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores.
Choose Scenic Jade if you want more culture or better-rated entertainment: it outscores Scenic Crystal for cultural (7.0 vs 4.0) and entertainment (5.0 vs 4.0) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores.
Side by side
Specifications
marks the better figure where more, or less, is plainly better.
| Scenic Crystal | Scenic Jade | |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise line | Scenic | Scenic |
| Ship size | Intimate | Intimate |
| Maiden voyagenewer highlighted | 2011 | 2014 (better) |
| Gross tonnage | 2,721 | 2,721 |
| Passengers | 169 | 169 |
| Crew | 51 | 51 |
| Passengers per crew memberfewer is better | 3.3 | 3.3 |
| Space per passengergross tons per passenger; more is roomier | 16.1 | 16.1 |
| Decks | 4 | 4 |
| Length | 442 ft | 442 ft |
| Beam | 39 ft | 39 ft |
| Speed | 14 mph | 14 mph |
| Cruiseable ratingout of 10 | 9 / 10 | 10 / 10 (better) |
| Cruises on sale | 54 | 33 |
| Upcoming sailings | 83 | 61 |
| Cruise lengths | 7–23 nights | 7–33 nights |
| Fares fromlower highlighted | $3,820 (better) | $4,622 |
Bliss scores
How they rate, out of 10
Cruiseable rates ships out of 10 on ten parts of a cruise holiday. Scenic Crystal leads on 3 of the ten, Scenic Jade on 2, with 5 level.
- Active
- Adventure & nature
- Cultural
- Dining
- Entertainment
- Family friendly
- Party
- Romantic
- Spa & fitness
- Staterooms
Scenic
Scenic Crystal
The luxury river ship Scenic Crystal from the Scenic fleet voyages through the heart of Europe. The ship features outdoor balconies that convert into all-weather "Sun Lounges," newly designed guest rooms with 32-inch, flat-screen HDTVs as well as six onboard restaurants.
Highlights
- All-inclusive pricing includes wi-fi, bottled water and tipping
- Balconies transform into all-weather "Sun Lounges"
- Six restaurants to choose from
Sailing now
54 cruises on sale, from $3,820.
Scenic
Scenic Jade
MELK, Austria — The question is not who created the design or who executed the idea. No, what grabs your attention is how the artist reached the ceiling in the famed Melk Abbey to paint the glorious images, at once delicate, lively and even forceful.
Highlights
- All-inclusive cruise pricing, including tips
- Personal butler service for all staterooms and suites
- Panorama Lounge for great views
Sailing now
33 cruises on sale, from $4,622.
Questions
Scenic Crystal or Scenic Jade?
Which is bigger, Scenic Crystal or Scenic Jade?
They are the same size, 2,721 gross tons each. Scenic Crystal carries 169 passengers and Scenic Jade carries 169.
Which ship is newer, Scenic Crystal or Scenic Jade?
Scenic Jade is newer, with a maiden voyage in 2014 against 2011 for Scenic Crystal.
Which has more space per passenger?
They are level at 16.1 gross tons per passenger.
Which has more crew per passenger?
They are level, with one crew member for every 3.3 passengers.
Which is better for families?
Scenic Crystal scores higher for family friendliness in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores: 2.0 out of 10, against 1.0 for Scenic Jade.
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