Cruise Comparison

Independence of the Seas VS Liberty of the Seas

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Independence of the Seas Liberty of the Seas
Year built 2008 2007
Beam 38 m 56 m
Length 339 m 339 m
Tonnage 154400 tn. 154400 tn.
Velocity 22 22
Passenger capacity 3634 4960
Crew capacity 1365 1360
Ratio of crew per passenger 2,66 3,65
Decks 15 15
Cabins 1815 1889
Restaurants 12 11
Bars/Pubs 11 9
Lifts 14 14
Nationality Bahamas Bahamas
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Johnny Rockets De pago De pago
Windjammer Incluido Incluido
Chops Grille De pago De pago
Café Promenade Incluido Incluido
Sugar Beach De pago
Giovanni's Italian Kitchen & Wine Bar De pago De pago
Sorrento Pizza Incluido Incluido
Restaurante Principal Incluido Incluido
Chef's Table De pago De pago
Izumi De pago
Fish & Ships De pago
Sabor De pago
Cupcake Cupboard De pago
Overview
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Independence of the Seas was released in 2008, , 1 years newer than Liberty of the Seas, which was inaugurated on 2007. The Independence of the Seas has a capacity of 3634 passengers that are distributed in its 1815 cabins (interior, exterior and balcony), on the contrary, the Liberty of the Seas can accommodate up to 4960 passengers in its 1889 cabins. In addition, 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.

Comparing both cruises, one of the 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. Secondly, the Liberty of the Seas has enabled a total of 11 restaurants of different types of menus in which 4 (Windjammer, Café Promenade, Sorrento Pizza, Restaurante Principal, ) are included in the price of the cruise.

The services and areas of Independence of the Seas It has a total of 3 pools and 7 jacuzzis in which to bathe and which are included during the stay. Secondly, Liberty of the SeasIt has more pools with a total of 3 pools also included in the stay and 6 jacuzzis to relax with its jets. On the other hand, 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 9 that includes Liberty of the Seas distributed throughout the boat.

The cruise Independence of the Seas It has 339 meters length (length), which is the same as 12 basketball court, 8 Boeing 737 aircraft, 23 buses or 14 tennis courts approximately. On the contrary Liberty of the Seas has 339 meters length (length), therefore it is equal to the length/height of 3 football fields, 7 Statues of Liberty, 23 buses or 14 tennis courts.

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  • Independence of the Seas is 1 years more recent than Liberty of the Seas.
  • Independence of the Seas has 1 restaurant plus.
  • Independence of the Seas has 2 bares more than Liberty of the Seas.
  • It has a better crew to passenger ratio than Liberty of the Seas.
  • It has 1 jacuzzi more than Liberty of the Seas.
  • Liberty of the Seas has 18 meters more beam than Independence of the Seas.
  • Liberty of the Seas has 74 more cabins than Independence of the Seas.
  • Liberty of the Seas fits 1326 more passengers than Independence of the Seas.
  • Liberty of the Seas has 1 restaurant included in the price more than Independence of the Seas.
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