15 Biggest Cruise Ships in the World

it can be tricky planning a holiday of a lifetime there are so many places to go and only a limited budget that's why many people opt for cruise holidays you can enjoy the onboard offerings while ending up in some pretty cool places but some cruise ships offer better experiences than others due to their size [Music] from britannia to ada nova here are 15 biggest cruise ships in the world number 15 allure of the seas allure of the seas is owned and operated by royal caribbean international even though it's one of many cruise ships under the same ownership it certainly stands out in its own right it is easily one of the largest cruise ships in the world in fact at the end of 2009 it was given the title of the actual world's largest cruise ship sitting at 1 187 feet long and 236 feet high above the waterline allure of the seas isn't just well known because of its size though there are so many things about it that just make it such a fascinating ship for example its interior is more like a town there's a theater with 1 380 seats an ice skating rink a two-deck dance hall and 25 different dining options the ship is even split into seven neighborhoods to make it easier to navigate if you're missing the creature comforts of home you'll likely find them on this ship since it even has a starbucks coffee shop when you're on board it's easy to forget you're in the middle of the ocean not a township on solid ground before we go on like this video smash the subscribe button and click the notification bell right now or this centipede will crawl on your face when you're sleeping [Music] number 14 navigator of the seas another of royal caribbean internationals finest cruise ships is navigator of the seas this ship is truly sensational so start saving your pennies so you can afford a well-deserved vacation this ship is 1020 feet long has 15 decks and is capable of carrying up to 4 000 passengers and 1 200 crew that should give you a reasonable idea of just how large this ship is just like other cruise ships owned by royal caribbean international being on board is just like being in a luxury vacation township you can relax in the spa and fitness center enjoy a show or hit the shops for a spot of shopping there are also many different dining opportunities or you can order room service even those who enjoy a classic frappe from starbucks are in luck since there's a starbucks coffee shop on board the ship have a good time with your friends in some of the bars and lounges or join the kids at the water park here you'll find the longest water slide at sea and an entire deck for lounging encompassed by a swimming pool number 13 britannia britannia is a 1082 foot long cruise ship designed to cater to 3647 passengers and a crew of 1 350. it might not be the largest cruise ship in existence but it certainly has plenty of offerings for those looking to escape on their dream holiday those who like to be social on their vacations will have many opportunities to do so there are plenty of bars and restaurants not to mention seating with beautiful ocean views but if you tire of watching the waves there's plenty to fill your days go for a swim in one of the four pools visit the steam room relax in a whirlpool spa or try out the hydrotherapy suite this large cruise ship even has space for a fully equipped gym fitness and dance classes a theater casino and art gallery or if you feel like some quiet time you can venture into the fully stocked library in total there are 13 massive passenger decks to explore on britannia so if you're trying to avoid bumping into a particular people it's likely you'll not even see them once on your entire cruise number 12 nor norwegian breakaway norwegian breakaway was named the best cruise ship for families by usa today and we're starting to see why that was such an appropriate title for it to have on its 18 decks spanning 1068.4 feet there are so many things to see do and experience you can lounge around in the restaurants and bars with 25 different dining experiences to enjoy on your trip you can even enjoy broadway style entertainment a sports complex with mini golf and a rock wall and 24 hour butler service in some of the special rooms have some me time in the spa go for a hot stone massage or treat yourself to a facial massage or acupuncture basically think of anything you want on a vacation and norwegian breakaway will have it that's not to say this ship doesn't have an unfortunate reputation for a few different reasons though a woman fell down two decks in 2013 and a four-year-old fell into a pool and drowned the following year another four-year-old boy fell off his bunk and suffered a head injury that same year in 2018 a blizzard caused significant flooding and then it was caught up in a covid19 cluster after one person had to be medically evacuated and later died number 11 rms queen mary 2 the rms queen mary 2 is a beautiful british transatlantic ocean liner that retains the title of the only purpose-built passenger ship for use as an ocean liner it was first launched in 2003 and has a regular route between southampton and england and new york city in the united states this 1132 foot beauty is truly something special even down to its build quality because it had to be designed as an ocean liner it needed around 40 percent more steel than what you'd use for a cruise ship most people who have been on this ship would say the extra costs were completely worth it though it has enough space for 2 695 guests spread out over 18 total decks and what you'll find on these decks will make you want to sign up for a cruise right away most of the passenger common areas are on the lower decks with the passenger rooms above deck 2 has a theater cinema planetarium casino pub and restaurant the next deck up has even more restaurants and bars a nightclub and a shopping arcade you'll even find the largest library of any cruise ship with over 8 000 bucks for vacationers to enjoy basically this huge cruise ship will blow your mind number 10 genting dream genting dream is a cruise ship that was designed for the asian cruise market it was first launched in 2016 and completed its maiden voyage in that same year genting dream is 1 100 feet and 2 inches long with 18 decks and room for 3 348 passengers and a crew of 1 700. these features alone can set the scene for what you can expect from such a massive cruise ship the accommodation types are those you'd see in any five-star hotel with balcony staterooms ocean view state rooms and luxurious family rooms that ooze elegance once you're well rested you can visit one of the many eateries such as the 24 hour blue lagoon cafe a steakhouse or a day-long buffet you'll certainly need to put on your elastic banded pants for this cruise ship finally you get to enjoy a number of different entertainment options there are live music events to suit all tastes an immersive cinema experience and even live shows even the kids can have a fun time with plenty of child-friendly activities at sea for education and enrichment all this while you get to travel around singapore thailand malaysia vietnam indonesia and brunei number nine msc sea view mscc view owned and operated by msc cruises and built by italian shipbuilder fincantieri cost a whopping 700 million euros in 2014 to build at such a high cost it's probably of no surprise to you that this is a massive ship not to mention a beautiful one it is 1060 feet long has 18 decks and can comfortably cater for 5 119 passengers and 1413 staff that means you're sharing your vacation with nearly 6 000 other people you're basically in a small town even though this ship stops in many different places so you can explore towns and cities there's also plenty to keep you occupied on board you can relax in one of the many luxury suites and even be entertained at the theater forest aquaventure park and two bowling alleys there's even plenty for the kids with a baby club open for children between 1 and 3 years old and a mini and junior club for kids from three to eleven even the teens have plenty to do with two teenage clubs featuring a disco gaming room and cinema everyone's also bound to be well fed and watered in one of the many restaurants bars and lounges many of which provide world-class food and various cuisines number eight norwegian encore norwegian encore joins norwegian bliss norwegian escape and norwegian joy in the breakaway plus class ship fleet owned by norwegian cruise line if its grand size of 1094 feet doesn't capture your attention then it's colorful paint job surely will this ship is made to stand out norwegian encore was named the best new ship in the porthole cruise ship magazine in 2020 and it's pretty apparent why this newcomer gets that name it can hold up to nearly 4 000 guests and 1735 crew and is designed to keep you entertained for the entire duration of your stay there's a race track with go-karts award-winning broadway-style entertainment and plenty of extraordinary eateries and by extraordinary we really do mean it you can help yourself at buff phase visit a casual cafe or even opt for on the run food if you want to head back to your room to relax or if you'd prefer you can relax in the moderate spa with hot stone massages a thermal suite assault room and specially trained staff it won't be long until you're booking your next holiday on this ship number seven spectrum of the seas spectrum of the seas is part of the quantum ultra class of cruise ship that royal caribbean international currently operates in asia it may not be the largest ship at 1 139 feet but by gross tonnage it is the fifth largest and that's a pretty impressive feat spectrum of the seas has 18 decks 16 of which are accessible by its 4905 passengers even though this ship has barely been run in due to its maiden voyage just a year before the kovit 19 pandemic many people would make this ship their first choice for many reasons [Music] if you want to be kept busy you will be there are bars and lounges to try out live shows to be enthralled by and a range of dining experiences and by range we actually mean it you can opt for something casual like a hot dog get room service or pay a visit to the restaurant that specializes in famous chef jamie oliver's cuisine to help you burn off all those calories you can have a go at archery or fencing or you can finish off your meal with something sweet by taking a cupcake class there's almost nothing spectrum of the seas doesn't offer number six msc grandiosa when msc grandiosa owned by msc cruises first hit the water in 2019 it was the sixth largest ship by gross tonnage in the world but because of the design it looks even larger than many other cruise ships you would have seen it measures 1087.4 feet long has 19 decks and can still travel at speeds of 22.3 knots while carrying 6 300 passengers and 1704 crew now that is impressive things have been a bit challenging for this ship's operators mainly because of the kobit 19 pandemic however when things are back up and running as per usual i'll be the first one to say that this would be my ship of choice msc grandiosa doesn't have grand in its name for no reason all the cabins ooze luxury even among the most affordable you can choose duplex suites royals suites deluxe suites grand suites with private whirlpools family cabins and more if you've got a preference you'll surely find this ship caters to you after you're well rested there's also plenty of onboard entertainment to enjoy you can visit the water park enjoy a show at the theater or relax with friends at some of the many restaurants and bars let your holiday of a lifetime begin number five mardi gras the mardi gras is an excellent class cruise ship owned by carnival cruise line and the largest in their entire fleet at 1 130 feet long there's no other way to say it this ship stands out [Music] it has a vibrant blue hole red and white accents and 19 huge decks to cater to 6 500 passengers and 2 000 crew out of all passenger ships this one would have to have one of the largest capacities to make sure everything runs like a well-oiled machine the ship is split into zones there's grand central french quarter summer landing la piazza lido and the ultimate playground throughout all of these zones there's something for the kids mom and dad and even the grandparents to enjoy onboard activities include things like a water park a tiki bar swimming pools adult-only retreats and a spa room here you can enjoy body wraps facials massages and more if you want to cap off each night with something amazing there are plenty of live shows and productions to attend or you can simply spend much of your time trying out the different cuisines there are bistros seafood only restaurants street eats and more this ship is essentially set up like a small town and you can't help but love it number four ada nova if you're wondering why you recognize the name eta nova but don't have much interest in cruise ships then we might have an answer for you this 1 106 foot long cruise ship is the first ever cruise ship in the world to operate entirely on liquefied natural gas now that's a pretty impressive feat she is capable of holding 6654 passengers 1646 crew and all while traveling at 17 knots around the canary islands and the mediterranean while you're on board making your way to these exciting destinations you can be enjoying some of the many standout features on board there are endless eateries with all kinds of delicious cuisine swimming pools mini golf theaters disco dances and an entire pool deck you can also go shopping relax in your luxurious suite and check out the bars to make a few friends many people immediately fall in love with the street food too which can actually feel like you're walking up an actual street to buy it if you've ever thought that a cruise ship would make for quite a restrictive holiday ada nova certainly proves that theory wrong it has more to do than many small tourist towns number three ms iona ms iona is one of the newest cruise ships to join p o cruises having been delivered in october 2020 today it is the largest ship ever to operate with p and o cruises it's just a pity people haven't had a chance to enjoy it yet since the kovid 19 pandemic kicked off around the same time according to pno cruises there is no official debut date to be determined since it was already pushed out a few times but even if you can't jump aboard this beauty just yet there's no harm in learning about what awaits when you finally can put your tickets to good use there are 1 130 feet and 3 inches of ship to explore which includes 16 complete decks and 3 partial decks you'll also be sharing the ship with 5 5206 passengers and 1762 crew ms iona also can't wait to share with you a variety of exciting features that aren't available on other cruise ships it's powered by liquefied natural gas as a glass roofed sky dome and even has an onboard gin distillery if you're passionate about a beverage or two but that's not all several parts of the ship are dedicated to dining drinking entertainment shopping and spa and wellness there's no such thing as boring on this ship number two costas muralda hostus miralda is the largest ship commissioned for costa cruises and boy is it a beauty this ship measures one thousand one hundred five feet and eight inches long has room for six thousand five hundred fifty four passengers and one thousand six hundred forty six crew and comfortably travels at speeds of 21.5 knots with two electric propulsion drive engines what's underneath is quite important but what's on top is equally so this ship has often been called a symbol of beauty style and italian hospitality there is 1804 square feet of shopping space 11 restaurants and over 1 600 balcony cabins for passengers to enjoy but the best is yet to come holiday makers can dine in restaurants looking out over the ocean or even be a chef for the day in the kitchen lab if you brought your children on holiday there's a mini club for kids under three along with many other fun children's activities why not go into the pool for a silent party or enjoy a virtual band there are so many innovative and exciting things to do that you'll run out of time to do them all before your vacation is over number one symphony of the seas symphony of the seas is a 1.35 billion dollar ship that first launched in 2018. it's 1184 feet long with 18 decks and is well known for providing an unforgettable vacation for its many thousands of passengers when this ship takes to the oceans it travels with 6 680 passengers and 2 200 crew it is one of the largest ships in the world and makes sure it leads the way in other respects too for example there's almost nothing you won't find in your nearest tourist town that you won't discover on symphony of the seas there's a zipline 1400 seat theater and two 43-foot climbing walls if that's not enough you can shoot some hoops on the basketball court take the kids to the water park relax in your luxury accommodation or try different cuisines in the restaurants it doesn't have the cleanest record though a passenger jumped overboard but fortunately survived while a crew member died from covet 19 and the family sued royal caribbean for a wrongful death still that doesn't mean this cruise ship shouldn't be one of your first choices for your next cruise get ready for an action-packed itinerary if you get seasick cruise ship holidays are probably not your cup of tea but some of these cruise ships are so massive and have so many cool features that you might forget you're even on a ship which one sounded the most luxurious to you also check out our other cool stuff showing up on screen right now see you next time

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Published: Wed Jul 07 2021