Cruise Comparison

Independence of the Seas VS Grandeur of the Seas

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Independence of the Seas Grandeur of the Seas
Year built 2008 1996
Beam 38 m 32 m
Length 339 m 279 m
Tonnage 154400 tn. 78000 tn.
Velocity 22 23
Passenger capacity 3634 2440
Crew capacity 1365 760
Ratio of crew per passenger 2,66 3,21
Decks 15 12
Cabins 1815 996
Restaurants 12 9
Bars/Pubs 11 6
Lifts 14 9
Nationality Bahamas Bahamas
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Independence of the Seas Grandeur of the Seas
Johnny Rockets De pago
Windjammer Incluido Incluido
Chops Grille De pago De pago
Café Promenade Incluido
Sugar Beach De pago
Giovanni's Italian Kitchen & Wine Bar De pago De pago
Sorrento Pizza Incluido
Restaurante Principal Incluido Incluido
Chef's Table De pago De pago
Izumi De pago De pago
Fish & Ships De pago
Park Cafe Incluido
Café Latte-tudes De pago
Overview
Independence of the Seas Grandeur of the Seas
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The Independence of the Seas was finished in 2008, with a difference of 12 years after Grandeur of the Seas, which was inaugurated on 1996. Independence of the Seas has a capacity of 3634 passengers that are distributed in its 1815 cabins, on the other hand, the Grandeur of the Seas can accommodate up to 2440 passengers in its 996 cabins. At the same time, the Independence of the Seas It has a higher ratio of crew members per passenger, giving better service in most of the ship's rooms by having 1 crew member for every 2.7 passengers.

Among the main differences of Independence of the Seas is that it has a total of 4 free restaurants (Windjammer, Café Promenade, Sorrento Pizza, Restaurante Principal, ) included in the price of the cruise, making a total of 12 restaurants that we can visit. For his part, the Grandeur of the Seas includes a total of 9 restaurants among which 3 (Windjammer, Park Cafe, Restaurante Principal, ) are completely free in the price of the cruise and have no additional cost.

In the common areas of the ship Independence of the Seas include a total of 3 pools and 7 jacuzzis where you can enjoy with the family during your stay and take a dip. On the contrary, the cruise Grandeur of the SeasIt has fewer pools with a total of 2 pools also included in the stay and 6 jacuzzis to relax with its jets. In addition, the cruise ship Independence of the Seas has 11 bars and lounges to enjoy all kinds of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages instead of the 6 that includes Grandeur of the Seas distributed throughout the boat.

Independence of the Seas it has 339 meters length (length), therefore it is equal to the length/height of 3 football fields, 6 Towers of Pisa, 12 basketball court or 8 Boeing 737 aircraft. For your partthe cruise Grandeur of the Seas has 279 meters in length, so it is equal to the length or height of 14 tennis courts, 7 Statues of Liberty, 12 basketball court or 4 Big Ben.

Independence of the Seas Grandeur of the Seas
  • It is 12 years newer than Grandeur of the Seas.
  • Independence of the Seas has 6 meters more than beam.
  • It is 60 meters longer than Grandeur of the Seas.
  • Independence of the Seas has 3 more floors than Grandeur of the Seas.
  • Independence of the Seas has 819 more cabins.
  • Independence of the Seas has a difference of 1194 with respect to Grandeur of the Seas.
  • Has 3 restaurants more than Grandeur of the Seas.
  • Independence of the Seas has a difference of 5 bares than Grandeur of the Seas.
  • Independence of the Seas has a better crew to passenger ratio than Grandeur of the Seas.
  • Independence of the Seas has 1 restaurant included more than Grandeur of the Seas.
  • Has 1 jacuzzi more than Grandeur of the Seas.
  • It has 1 more pools than Grandeur of the Seas.
  • Independence of the Seas has 5 elevators more than Grandeur of the Seas.
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