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Carnival Celebration vs Carnival Firenze
- Carnival Celebration is the bigger ship: 183,521 gross tons vs 135,156, about 36% larger.
- Carnival Firenze is newer (2024) than Carnival Celebration (2022).
- Carnival Celebration carries more guests: 5,362 vs 4,126 (double occupancy).
- Carnival Firenze has more crew per guest (2.9 guests per crew member vs 3.09).
| Carnival Celebration | Carnival Firenze | |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise line | Carnival Cruise Line | Carnival Cruise Line |
| Entered service | 2022 | 2024 ● |
| Gross tonnage | 183,521 ● | 135,156 |
| Guests | 5,362 (double occupancy) ● | 4,126 (double occupancy) |
| Crew | 1,735 ● | 1,425 |
| Guests per crew member | 3.09 | 2.9 ● |
● = higher (or, for guests per crew member, lower) of the two. Figures from each line's own source: Carnival Celebration, Carnival Firenze (accessed Oct 26, 2026).
FAQ
Which is bigger, Carnival Celebration or Carnival Firenze?
Carnival Celebration is the bigger ship: 183,521 gross tons vs 135,156, about 36% larger.
Which is newer, Carnival Celebration or Carnival Firenze?
Carnival Firenze is newer (2024) than Carnival Celebration (2022).
Which ship holds more passengers?
Carnival Celebration: 5,362 (double occupancy). Carnival Firenze: 4,126 (double occupancy).
Which ship has more crew per guest?
Carnival Firenze has more crew per guest (2.9 guests per crew member vs 3.09), calculated from each line's published guest and crew figures.
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