Scenic
Scenic Jewel
- Cruises
- 52
- From
- $3,292
Ship comparison
Scenic Jewel vs Scenic Pearl
Scenic
Scenic Pearl
- Cruises
- 63
- From
- $3,088
The verdict
Which should you choose?
Scenic Jewel is an intimate Scenic ship carrying 169 passengers, in service since 2012. Scenic Pearl is an intimate Scenic ship carrying 167 passengers, in service since 2011.
Choose Scenic Jewel if you want more culture or better-rated staterooms: it outscores Scenic Pearl for cultural (6.0 vs 4.0) and staterooms (10.0 vs 9.0) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores.
Scenic Pearl does not lead by a clear margin on any measure we track, so pick it for its itinerary or its dates.
Side by side
Specifications
marks the better figure where more, or less, is plainly better.
| Scenic Jewel | Scenic Pearl | |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise line | Scenic | Scenic |
| Ship size | Intimate | Intimate |
| Maiden voyagenewer highlighted | 2012 (better) | 2011 |
| Last refurbishedmore recent highlighted | 2019 | — |
| Gross tonnage | 2,721 | 2,721 |
| Passengers | 169 | 167 |
| Crew | 51 | 51 |
| Passengers per crew memberfewer is better | 3.3 | 3.3 |
| Space per passengergross tons per passenger; more is roomier | 16.1 | 16.3 (better) |
| Decks | 4 | 4 |
| Length | 444 ft | 442 ft |
| Beam | 38 ft | 38 ft |
| Speed | — | 14 mph |
| Cruiseable ratingout of 10 | 8 / 10 | 8 / 10 |
| Cruises on sale | 52 | 63 |
| Upcoming sailings | 111 | 125 |
| Cruise lengths | 7 to 34 nights | 7 to 34 nights |
| Fares fromlower highlighted | $3,292 | $3,088 (better) |
Bliss scores
How they rate, out of 10
Cruiseable rates ships out of 10 on ten parts of a cruise holiday. Scenic Jewel leads on 2 of the ten, Scenic Pearl on 0, with 8 level.
- Active
- Adventure & nature
- Cultural
- Dining
- Entertainment
- Family friendly
- Party
- Romantic
- Spa & fitness
- Staterooms
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
52 cruises on sale, from $3,292.
Scenic
Scenic Pearl
The luxury river ship Scenic Pearl from the Scenic fleet voyages is the ideal ship for taking in the Black Sea via a scenic river cruise. The ship features luxury suites with large private balconies and "Sun Lounges," HDTVs linked to Mac mini computers and complimentary Wi-Fi access.
Highlights
- "Space ship" layout, giving passengers plenty of room to wander & enjoy the scenery
- Balconies and "Sun Lounge" in most staterooms
- Plenty of dining options from informal to elegant
Sailing now
63 cruises on sale, from $3,088.
Questions
Scenic Jewel or Scenic Pearl?
Which is bigger, Scenic Jewel or Scenic Pearl?
They are the same size, 2,721 gross tons each. Scenic Jewel carries 169 passengers and Scenic Pearl carries 167.
Which ship is newer, Scenic Jewel or Scenic Pearl?
Scenic Jewel is newer, with a maiden voyage in 2012 against 2011 for Scenic Pearl.
Which has more space per passenger?
Scenic Pearl, with 16.3 gross tons per passenger against 16.1 on Scenic Jewel. The higher the figure, the more ship there is for each guest.
Which has more crew per passenger?
They are level, with one crew member for every 3.3 passengers.
Which is better for families?
They score the same for family friendliness in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores: 2.0 out of 10.
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