AIDAbella vs Blue Dream Melody
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
Newer Ship
AIDAbella
Built in 2008
6 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
More Spacious Ship
AIDAbella
33.8 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
AIDAbella vs Blue Dream Melody: Quick Comparison
AIDAbella is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2008, it is 6 years newer than Blue Dream Melody, which entered service in 2002. AIDAbella is approximately 64% larger by gross tonnage at 69,203 GT. AIDAbella also carries 784 more passengers. 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 | AIDAbella | Blue Dream Melody |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2008Newer | 2002 |
| Gross Tonnage | 69,203 GT | 42,289 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 2,050 | 1,266 |
| Space per Passenger | 33.8 GT | 33.4 GT |
| Length | 251.89 m | 202.85 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: AIDAbella vs Blue Dream Melody
Age
AIDAbella was built in 2008, making it 6 years newer than Blue Dream Melody, which was built in 2002.
Size
At 69,203 GT, AIDAbella is approximately 64% larger by gross tonnage than Blue Dream Melody at 42,289 GT.
Passenger capacity
AIDAbella carries up to 2,050 passengers compared with 1,266 aboard Blue Dream Melody, a difference of 784 passengers.
Passenger space
AIDAbella offers more space per passenger: 33.8 GT per guest, compared with 33.4 aboard Blue Dream Melody. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
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Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
AIDAbella
Average
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Blue Dream Melody
Average
$0 / day
Cruise prices vary by departure date, itinerary, cabin type and availability.
Which Ship Should You Choose?
Choose AIDAbella if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You prefer the larger ship by gross tonnage.
- You do not mind sailing on a ship with a higher passenger capacity.
- You value having more space per passenger (higher GT-per-guest ratio).
Choose Blue Dream Melody if…
- You prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than AIDAbella.
AIDAbella vs Blue Dream Melody: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
AIDAbella
Built in 2008
6 years newer
Bigger
AIDAbella
69,203 GT
64% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
- AIDAbella is 6 years newer.
- AIDAbella is 64% larger by gross tonnage.
- AIDAbella carries 784 more passengers.
- AIDAbella offers more space per passenger (33.8 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, AIDAbella or Blue Dream Melody?
AIDAbella is newer. It was built in 2008, while Blue Dream Melody was built in 2002, making AIDAbella 6 years newer.
Which is bigger, AIDAbella or Blue Dream Melody?
AIDAbella is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 69,203 GT compared with Blue Dream Melody at 42,289 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
AIDAbella has a passenger capacity of approximately 2,050, compared with 1,266 for Blue Dream Melody.
Which ship is more spacious, AIDAbella or Blue Dream Melody?
AIDAbella has the higher passenger space ratio at 33.8 GT per passenger, versus 33.4 for Blue Dream Melody. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
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