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Scenic Jade vs Scenic Jewel

The verdict

Which should you choose?

Scenic Jade is an intimate Scenic ship carrying 169 passengers, in service since 2014. Scenic Jewel is an intimate Scenic ship carrying 169 passengers, in service since 2012.

Choose Scenic Jade if you want better-rated entertainment or more culture: it outscores Scenic Jewel for entertainment (5.0 vs 4.0) and cultural (7.0 vs 6.0) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores.

Choose Scenic Jewel 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.

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Specifications

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Scenic JadeScenic Jewel
Cruise line Scenic Scenic
Ship size Intimate Intimate
Maiden voyagenewer highlighted 2014 (better) 2012
Last refurbishedmore recent highlighted 2019
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 444 ft
Beam 39 ft 38 ft
Speed 14 mph
Cruiseable ratingout of 10 10 / 10 (better) 8 / 10
Cruises on sale 33 26
Upcoming sailings 61 53
Cruise lengths 7–33 nights 7–23 nights
Fares fromlower highlighted $4,622 $3,577 (better)

Bliss scores

How they rate, out of 10

Cruiseable rates ships out of 10 on ten parts of a cruise holiday. Scenic Jade leads on 2 of the ten, Scenic Jewel on 4, with 4 level.

  • Active Scenic Jade: 7.0 Scenic Jewel: 8.0
  • Adventure & nature Scenic Jade: 7.0 Scenic Jewel: 7.0
  • Cultural Scenic Jade: 7.0 Scenic Jewel: 6.0
  • Dining Scenic Jade: 7.0 Scenic Jewel: 8.0
  • Entertainment Scenic Jade: 5.0 Scenic Jewel: 4.0
  • Family friendly Scenic Jade: 1.0 Scenic Jewel: 2.0
  • Party Scenic Jade: 5.0 Scenic Jewel: 5.0
  • Romantic Scenic Jade: 8.0 Scenic Jewel: 8.0
  • Spa & fitness Scenic Jade: 6.0 Scenic Jewel: 6.0
  • Staterooms Scenic Jade: 9.0 Scenic Jewel: 10.0

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.

Scenic

Scenic Jewel

Scenic Jewel from the luxury cruise line Scenic voyages along the Rhine River, to such destinations as Prague, Berlin, Budapest, Vienna and smaller river towns. 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

  • Balconies convert to all-weather "Sun Lounges" so you never miss a good view
  • Deluxe Balcony Suites with additional space & privacy
  • Scenic Cruises' signature all-inclusive pricing, including tips

Sailing now

26 cruises on sale, from $3,577.

Questions

Scenic Jade or Scenic Jewel?

Which is bigger, Scenic Jade or Scenic Jewel?

They are the same size, 2,721 gross tons each. Scenic Jade carries 169 passengers and Scenic Jewel carries 169.

Which ship is newer, Scenic Jade or Scenic Jewel?

Scenic Jade is newer, with a maiden voyage in 2014 against 2012 for Scenic Jewel.

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 Jewel 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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