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Rhapsody of the Seas vs Vision of the Seas
- Rhapsody of the Seas is the bigger ship: 78,878 gross tons vs 78,340, about 1% larger.
- Vision of the Seas is newer (1998) than Rhapsody of the Seas (1997).
- Vision of the Seas carries more guests: 2,050 vs 2,040 (double occupancy).
- Rhapsody of the Seas has more crew per guest (2.64 guests per crew member vs 2.76).
| Rhapsody of the Seas | Vision of the Seas | |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise line | Royal Caribbean | Royal Caribbean |
| Ship class | Vision Class | Vision Class |
| Entered service | 1997 | 1998 ● |
| Gross tonnage | 78,878 ● | 78,340 |
| Guests | 2,040 (double occupancy) | 2,050 (double occupancy) ● |
| Crew | 772 ● | 742 |
| Guests per crew member | 2.64 ● | 2.76 |
| Decks | 12 | 12 |
| Staterooms | 1,020 | 1,142 ● |
| Length | 916 ft (279 m) ● | 915 ft (278 m) |
● = higher (or, for guests per crew member, lower) of the two. Figures from each line's own source: Rhapsody of the Seas, Vision of the Seas (accessed Oct 26, 2026).
FAQ
Which is bigger, Rhapsody of the Seas or Vision of the Seas?
Rhapsody of the Seas is the bigger ship: 78,878 gross tons vs 78,340, about 1% larger.
Which is newer, Rhapsody of the Seas or Vision of the Seas?
Vision of the Seas is newer (1998) than Rhapsody of the Seas (1997).
Which ship holds more passengers?
Rhapsody of the Seas: 2,040 (double occupancy). Vision of the Seas: 2,050 (double occupancy).
Which ship has more crew per guest?
Rhapsody of the Seas has more crew per guest (2.64 guests per crew member vs 2.76), calculated from each line's published guest and crew figures.
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