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Icon of the Seas vs Carnival Jubilee
- Icon of the Seas is the bigger ship: 248,663 gross tons vs 183,521, about 35% larger.
- Icon of the Seas is newer (2024) than Carnival Jubilee (2023).
- Icon of the Seas carries more guests: 5,610 vs 5,362 (double occupancy).
- Icon of the Seas has more crew per guest (2.39 guests per crew member vs 3.09).
| Icon of the Seas | Carnival Jubilee | |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise line | Royal Caribbean | Carnival Cruise Line |
| Ship class | Icon Class | Not published |
| Entered service | 2024 ● | 2023 |
| Gross tonnage | 248,663 ● | 183,521 |
| Guests | 5,610 (double occupancy) ● | 5,362 (double occupancy) |
| Crew | 2,350 ● | 1,735 |
| Guests per crew member | 2.39 ● | 3.09 |
| Decks | 20 | Not published |
| Staterooms | 2,805 | Not published |
| Length | 1,196 ft (364 m) | Not published |
● = higher (or, for guests per crew member, lower) of the two. Figures from each line's own source: Icon of the Seas, Carnival Jubilee (accessed Oct 26, 2026).
FAQ
Which is bigger, Icon of the Seas or Carnival Jubilee?
Icon of the Seas is the bigger ship: 248,663 gross tons vs 183,521, about 35% larger.
Which is newer, Icon of the Seas or Carnival Jubilee?
Icon of the Seas is newer (2024) than Carnival Jubilee (2023).
Which ship holds more passengers?
Icon of the Seas: 5,610 (double occupancy). Carnival Jubilee: 5,362 (double occupancy).
Which ship has more crew per guest?
Icon of the Seas has more crew per guest (2.39 guests per crew member vs 3.09), calculated from each line's published guest and crew figures.
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