Ambition vs Blue Dream Melody
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
Ambition
Ambassador Cruise Line
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Newer Ship
Blue Dream Melody
Built in 2002
3 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
More Spacious Ship
Ambition
40.2 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Ambition vs Blue Dream Melody: Quick Comparison
Blue Dream Melody is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2002, it is 3 years newer than Ambition, which entered service in 1999. Ambition is approximately 14% larger by gross tonnage at 48,200 GT. Blue Dream Melody also carries 66 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 | Ambition | Blue Dream Melody |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 1999 | 2002Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | 48,200 GT | 42,289 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 1,200 | 1,266 |
| Space per Passenger | 40.2 GT | 33.4 GT |
| Length | 216 m | 202.85 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Ambition vs Blue Dream Melody
Age
Blue Dream Melody was built in 2002, making it 3 years newer than Ambition, which was built in 1999.
Size
At 48,200 GT, Ambition is approximately 14% larger by gross tonnage than Blue Dream Melody at 42,289 GT.
Passenger capacity
Blue Dream Melody carries up to 1,266 passengers compared with 1,200 aboard Ambition, a difference of 66 passengers.
Passenger space
Ambition offers more space per passenger: 40.2 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?
Ambition
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Blue Dream Melody
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Cruise prices vary by departure date, itinerary, cabin type and availability.
Which Ship Should You Choose?
Choose Ambition if…
- You prefer the larger ship by gross tonnage.
- 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 Blue Dream Melody.
Choose Blue Dream Melody if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You do not mind sailing on a ship with a higher passenger capacity.
Ambition vs Blue Dream Melody: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Blue Dream Melody
Built in 2002
3 years newer
Bigger
Ambition
48,200 GT
14% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
- Blue Dream Melody is 3 years newer.
- Ambition is 14% larger by gross tonnage.
- Blue Dream Melody carries 66 more passengers.
- Ambition offers more space per passenger (40.2 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Ambition or Blue Dream Melody?
Blue Dream Melody is newer. It was built in 2002, while Ambition was built in 1999, making Blue Dream Melody 3 years newer.
Which is bigger, Ambition or Blue Dream Melody?
Ambition is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 48,200 GT compared with Blue Dream Melody at 42,289 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Blue Dream Melody has a passenger capacity of approximately 1,266, compared with 1,200 for Ambition.
Which ship is more spacious, Ambition or Blue Dream Melody?
Ambition has the higher passenger space ratio at 40.2 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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