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Vision of the Seas vs Grandeur of the Seas
- Vision of the Seas is the bigger ship: 78,340 gross tons vs 73,817, about 6% larger.
- Vision of the Seas is newer (1998) than Grandeur of the Seas (1996).
- Vision of the Seas carries more guests: 2,050 vs 1,992 (double occupancy).
- Grandeur of the Seas has more crew per guest (2.62 guests per crew member vs 2.76).
| Vision of the Seas | Grandeur of the Seas | |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise line | Royal Caribbean | Royal Caribbean |
| Ship class | Vision Class | Vision Class |
| Entered service | 1998 ● | 1996 |
| Gross tonnage | 78,340 ● | 73,817 |
| Guests | 2,050 (double occupancy) ● | 1,992 (double occupancy) |
| Crew | 742 | 760 ● |
| Guests per crew member | 2.76 | 2.62 ● |
| Decks | 12 | 12 |
| Staterooms | 1,142 ● | 996 |
| Length | 915 ft (278 m) | 916 ft (279 m) ● |
● = higher (or, for guests per crew member, lower) of the two. Figures from each line's own source: Vision of the Seas, Grandeur of the Seas (accessed Oct 26, 2026).
FAQ
Which is bigger, Vision of the Seas or Grandeur of the Seas?
Vision of the Seas is the bigger ship: 78,340 gross tons vs 73,817, about 6% larger.
Which is newer, Vision of the Seas or Grandeur of the Seas?
Vision of the Seas is newer (1998) than Grandeur of the Seas (1996).
Which ship holds more passengers?
Vision of the Seas: 2,050 (double occupancy). Grandeur of the Seas: 1,992 (double occupancy).
Which ship has more crew per guest?
Grandeur of the Seas has more crew per guest (2.62 guests per crew member vs 2.76), calculated from each line's published guest and crew figures.
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