AIDAmar vs AIDAbella
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
Newer Ship
AIDAmar
Built in 2012
4 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
AIDAmar vs AIDAbella: Quick Comparison
AIDAmar is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2012, it is 4 years newer than AIDAbella, which entered service in 2008. AIDAmar is approximately 3% larger by gross tonnage at 71,304 GT. AIDAmar also carries 450 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 | AIDAmar | AIDAbella |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2012Newer | 2008 |
| Gross Tonnage | 71,304 GT | 69,203 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 2,500 | 2,050 |
| Space per Passenger | 28.5 GT | 33.8 GT |
| Length | 252 m | 251.89 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: AIDAmar vs AIDAbella
Age
AIDAmar was built in 2012, making it 4 years newer than AIDAbella, which was built in 2008.
Size
At 71,304 GT, AIDAmar is approximately 3% larger by gross tonnage than AIDAbella at 69,203 GT.
Passenger capacity
AIDAmar carries up to 2,500 passengers compared with 2,050 aboard AIDAbella, a difference of 450 passengers.
Passenger space
AIDAbella offers more space per passenger: 33.8 GT per guest, compared with 28.5 aboard AIDAmar. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
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Which Ship Is Cheaper?
AIDAmar
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AIDAbella
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Cruise prices vary by departure date, itinerary, cabin type and availability.
Which Ship Should You Choose?
Choose AIDAmar 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.
Choose AIDAbella if…
- You prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.
- You value having more space per passenger (higher GT-per-guest ratio).
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than AIDAmar.
AIDAmar vs AIDAbella: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
AIDAmar
Built in 2012
4 years newer
Bigger
AIDAmar
71,304 GT
3% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
- AIDAmar is 4 years newer.
- AIDAmar is 3% larger by gross tonnage.
- AIDAmar carries 450 more passengers.
- AIDAbella offers more space per passenger (33.8 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, AIDAmar or AIDAbella?
AIDAmar is newer. It was built in 2012, while AIDAbella was built in 2008, making AIDAmar 4 years newer.
Which is bigger, AIDAmar or AIDAbella?
AIDAmar is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 71,304 GT compared with AIDAbella at 69,203 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
AIDAmar has a passenger capacity of approximately 2,500, compared with 2,050 for AIDAbella.
Which ship is more spacious, AIDAmar or AIDAbella?
AIDAbella has the higher passenger space ratio at 33.8 GT per passenger, versus 28.5 for AIDAmar. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
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