AIDAblu vs Blue Dream Melody
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
Newer Ship
AIDAblu
Built in 2010
8 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
More Spacious Ship
AIDAblu
35.1 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
AIDAblu vs Blue Dream Melody: Quick Comparison
AIDAblu is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2010, it is 8 years newer than Blue Dream Melody, which entered service in 2002. AIDAblu is approximately 69% larger by gross tonnage at 71,304 GT. AIDAblu also carries 764 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 | AIDAblu | Blue Dream Melody |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2010Newer | 2002 |
| Gross Tonnage | 71,304 GT | 42,289 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 2,030 | 1,266 |
| Space per Passenger | 35.1 GT | 33.4 GT |
| Length | 253.33 m | 202.85 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: AIDAblu vs Blue Dream Melody
Age
AIDAblu was built in 2010, making it 8 years newer than Blue Dream Melody, which was built in 2002.
Size
At 71,304 GT, AIDAblu is approximately 69% larger by gross tonnage than Blue Dream Melody at 42,289 GT.
Passenger capacity
AIDAblu carries up to 2,030 passengers compared with 1,266 aboard Blue Dream Melody, a difference of 764 passengers.
Passenger space
AIDAblu offers more space per passenger: 35.1 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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Which Ship Is Cheaper?
AIDAblu
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 AIDAblu 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 AIDAblu.
AIDAblu vs Blue Dream Melody: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
AIDAblu
Built in 2010
8 years newer
Bigger
AIDAblu
71,304 GT
69% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
- AIDAblu is 8 years newer.
- AIDAblu is 69% larger by gross tonnage.
- AIDAblu carries 764 more passengers.
- AIDAblu offers more space per passenger (35.1 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, AIDAblu or Blue Dream Melody?
AIDAblu is newer. It was built in 2010, while Blue Dream Melody was built in 2002, making AIDAblu 8 years newer.
Which is bigger, AIDAblu or Blue Dream Melody?
AIDAblu is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 71,304 GT compared with Blue Dream Melody at 42,289 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
AIDAblu has a passenger capacity of approximately 2,030, compared with 1,266 for Blue Dream Melody.
Which ship is more spacious, AIDAblu or Blue Dream Melody?
AIDAblu has the higher passenger space ratio at 35.1 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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