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Mardi Gras vs Wonder of the Seas
- Wonder of the Seas is the bigger ship: 235,600 gross tons vs 180,800, about 30% larger.
- Wonder of the Seas is newer (2022) than Mardi Gras (2021).
- Wonder of the Seas carries more guests: 5,734 vs 5,270 (double occupancy).
- Wonder of the Seas has more crew per guest (2.6 guests per crew member vs 3.04).
| Mardi Gras | Wonder of the Seas | |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise line | Carnival Cruise Line | Royal Caribbean |
| Ship class | Not published | Oasis Class |
| Entered service | 2021 | 2022 ● |
| Gross tonnage | 180,800 | 235,600 ● |
| Guests | 5,270 (double occupancy) | 5,734 (double occupancy) ● |
| Crew | 1,735 | 2,204 ● |
| Guests per crew member | 3.04 | 2.6 ● |
| Decks | Not published | 18 |
| Staterooms | Not published | 2,867 |
| Length | Not published | 1,188 ft (362 m) |
● = higher (or, for guests per crew member, lower) of the two. Figures from each line's own source: Mardi Gras, Wonder of the Seas (accessed Oct 26, 2026).
FAQ
Which is bigger, Mardi Gras or Wonder of the Seas?
Wonder of the Seas is the bigger ship: 235,600 gross tons vs 180,800, about 30% larger.
Which is newer, Mardi Gras or Wonder of the Seas?
Wonder of the Seas is newer (2022) than Mardi Gras (2021).
Which ship holds more passengers?
Mardi Gras: 5,270 (double occupancy). Wonder of the Seas: 5,734 (double occupancy).
Which ship has more crew per guest?
Wonder of the Seas has more crew per guest (2.6 guests per crew member vs 3.04), calculated from each line's published guest and crew figures.
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