The World’s Five Biggest Cruise Ships
The biggest cruise ship in the world is a three-way tie. Royal Caribbean's Icon of the Seas, Star of the Seas and Legend of the Seas are identical sisters, each…
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How much does a cruise ship cost to build?
A large new cruise ship costs between about US$1 billion and US$2.5 billion to build. The biggest ships afloat, Royal Caribbean's Icon class, cost around US$2 billion each, and Star of the Seas was reported at €2.12 billion when she was delivered in 2025. Mid-sized ships for 2,000 to 4,000 guests usually come in between US$700 million and US$1 billion. A big ship takes around two and a half years to build once steel is cut, and closer to eight years from first design to first passengers. The easiest way to compare ships of different sizes is cost per berth, which is the build price divided by the number of guests. In the late 2000s that was about US$250,000. For the newest mega ships it is now between US$350,000 and US$430,000.
Which Cruise Ships Have Adjoining Rooms
Since Disney Cruise Line introduced family style accommodations on its newer ships in the 1990's, the concept has caught on like wildfire. Newer cruise ships are being designed with the…
Which Cruise Ships have Self Serve Laundry
Before commencing any vacation, there will be a host of decisions to make. A lot of time will be spent deciding how much to pack. Some decisions will be guided…
Which Cruise Ships Have FlowRider?
When planning a cruise holiday, selecting the perfect itinerary and destination is essential, but onboard experiences now play an equally significant role. In recent years, cruise lines have upped the…
How Much Does a Cruise Ship Weigh
It’s truly amazing to witness a cruise ship for the first time. As the floating palace gracefully draws closer, we get a glimpse of the sheer size and beauty of…
Couple at WaterWorks
Which Carnival Cruise Ships have Waterworks
In 2009, a revolution in cruising began when Carnival Cruise Line introduced Waterworks, an aqua fun-park at sea. Waterworks is now the stand-out feature on many Carnival ships, featuring the…
The Best Cruise Ships for Couples
A cruise vacation is a great option for a romantic getaway. Choosing the right ship will guarantee the onboard ambiance you desire and a trip to remember long after the…
Sea Princess
Sea Princess Cruise Ship & Deck Plans
The Sea Princess was launched in 1998, and has travelled the world as a signature Princess cruise ship for most of the last 18 years. Refurbishments in 2009 and 2012…
Royal Caribbean Oasis class ships
Royal Caribbean Oasis of the Seas
Oasis of the Seas is the ship that heralded the new era of mega cruise ships. Launched in 2009, Oasis is as big as a high-rise apartment building, standing 16…