AIDAmar vs Blue Dream Melody
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
Newer Ship
AIDAmar
Built in 2012
10 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
More Spacious Ship
Blue Dream Melody
33.4 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
AIDAmar vs Blue Dream Melody: Quick Comparison
AIDAmar is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2012, it is 10 years newer than Blue Dream Melody, which entered service in 2002. AIDAmar is approximately 69% larger by gross tonnage at 71,304 GT. AIDAmar also carries 1,234 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 | Blue Dream Melody |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2012Newer | 2002 |
| Gross Tonnage | 71,304 GT | 42,289 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 2,500 | 1,266 |
| Space per Passenger | 28.5 GT | 33.4 GT |
| Length | 252 m | 202.85 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: AIDAmar vs Blue Dream Melody
Age
AIDAmar was built in 2012, making it 10 years newer than Blue Dream Melody, which was built in 2002.
Size
At 71,304 GT, AIDAmar is approximately 69% larger by gross tonnage than Blue Dream Melody at 42,289 GT.
Passenger capacity
AIDAmar carries up to 2,500 passengers compared with 1,266 aboard Blue Dream Melody, a difference of 1,234 passengers.
Passenger space
Blue Dream Melody offers more space per passenger: 33.4 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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Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
AIDAmar
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 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 Blue Dream Melody 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 Blue Dream Melody: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
AIDAmar
Built in 2012
10 years newer
Bigger
AIDAmar
71,304 GT
69% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
- AIDAmar is 10 years newer.
- AIDAmar is 69% larger by gross tonnage.
- AIDAmar carries 1,234 more passengers.
- Blue Dream Melody offers more space per passenger (33.4 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, AIDAmar or Blue Dream Melody?
AIDAmar is newer. It was built in 2012, while Blue Dream Melody was built in 2002, making AIDAmar 10 years newer.
Which is bigger, AIDAmar or Blue Dream Melody?
AIDAmar 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?
AIDAmar has a passenger capacity of approximately 2,500, compared with 1,266 for Blue Dream Melody.
Which ship is more spacious, AIDAmar or Blue Dream Melody?
Blue Dream Melody has the higher passenger space ratio at 33.4 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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