September 5, 2026
8-Night Southern Caribbean Cruise
Departing from Port Canaveral
From
$724
Price / day
$91
Adora Magic City|Carnival Vista
Adora Magic City vs Carnival Vista
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
VS
Newer Ship
Both ships are the same
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
More Spacious Ship
Carnival Vista
33.9 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Adora Magic City vs Carnival Vista: Quick Comparison
Adora Magic City is approximately 1% larger by gross tonnage at 135,500 GT. Adora Magic City also carries 1,312 more passengers. Carnival Vista has upcoming sailings in Southern Caribbean and Eastern Caribbean. The sailings shown cover different itineraries, so the price per day figures are not a like-for-like comparison. Cruise fares vary significantly by itinerary, departure date and cabin availability, so any price difference should be treated as a snapshot rather than a permanent gap.
Ship Comparison
| Spec | Adora Magic City | Carnival Vista |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | — | 2016 |
| Gross Tonnage | 135,500 GT | 133,500 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 5,246 | 3,934 |
| Space per Passenger | 25.8 GT | 33.9 GT |
| Length | 323.6 m | 322 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Adora Magic City vs Carnival Vista
Size
At 135,500 GT, Adora Magic City is approximately 1% larger by gross tonnage than Carnival Vista at 133,500 GT.
Passenger capacity
Adora Magic City carries up to 5,246 passengers compared with 3,934 aboard Carnival Vista, a difference of 1,312 passengers.
Passenger space
Carnival Vista offers more space per passenger: 33.9 GT per guest, compared with 25.8 aboard Adora Magic City. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Adora Magic City and Carnival Vista (Southern Caribbean and Eastern Caribbean) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Compare Ports of Call
Carnival Vista
8-Day Southern Caribbean from Port Canaveral (Orlando), FL
- Departure Port
- Port Canaveral
- Region
- Southern Caribbean
- Nights
- 8
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 5, 2026Port Canaveral
- Day 2 · Sep 6, 2026At Sea
- Day 3 · Sep 7, 2026At Sea
- Day 4 · Sep 8, 2026Aruba
- Day 5 · Sep 9, 2026Curaçao
- Day 6 · Sep 10, 2026At Sea
- Day 7 · Sep 11, 2026At Sea
- Day 8 · Sep 12, 2026Celebration Key™
- Day 9 · Sep 13, 2026Port Canaveral
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Adora Magic City
Carnival Vista
September 13, 2026
6-Night Eastern Caribbean Cruise
Departing from Port Canaveral
From
$539
Price / day
$90
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Adora Magic City
Average
$0 / day
VS
Carnival Vista
Average
$91 / day
Cruise prices vary by departure date, itinerary, cabin type and availability.
Which Ship Should You Choose?
Choose Adora Magic City if…
- You prefer the larger ship by gross tonnage.
- You do not mind sailing on a ship with a higher passenger capacity.
Choose Carnival Vista if…
- You prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.
- You value having more space per passenger (higher GT-per-guest ratio).
- You want to sail in Southern Caribbean and Eastern Caribbean.
- Departing from Port Canaveral works for your plans.
Adora Magic City vs Carnival Vista: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Both ships are the same
Bigger
Adora Magic City
135,500 GT
1% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
- Build year is not available for both ships.
- Adora Magic City is 1% larger by gross tonnage.
- Adora Magic City carries 1,312 more passengers.
- Carnival Vista offers more space per passenger (33.9 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is bigger, Adora Magic City or Carnival Vista?
Adora Magic City is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 135,500 GT compared with Carnival Vista at 133,500 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Adora Magic City has a passenger capacity of approximately 5,246, compared with 3,934 for Carnival Vista.
Which ship is more spacious, Adora Magic City or Carnival Vista?
Carnival Vista has the higher passenger space ratio at 33.9 GT per passenger, versus 25.8 for Adora Magic City. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
Where does Carnival Vista sail?
The upcoming Carnival Vista sailings currently listed cover Southern Caribbean and Eastern Caribbean, departing from Port Canaveral.
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