September 12, 2026
7-Night Caribbean Cruise
Departing from Ft. Lauderdale
From
$913
Price / day
$130
Aroya Manara|Regal Princess
Aroya Manara vs Regal Princess
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
VS
Newer Ship
Aroya Manara
Built in 2017
3 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
More Spacious Ship
Aroya Manara
44.6 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Aroya Manara vs Regal Princess: Quick Comparison
Aroya Manara is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2017, it is 3 years newer than Regal Princess, which entered service in 2014. Aroya Manara is approximately 6% larger by gross tonnage at 150,695 GT. Regal Princess also carries 184 more passengers. Regal Princess has upcoming sailings in Caribbean. 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 | Aroya Manara | Regal Princess |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2017Newer | 2014 |
| Gross Tonnage | 150,695 GT | 142,714 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 3,376 | 3,560 |
| Space per Passenger | 44.6 GT | 40.1 GT |
| Length | 335.2 m | 330 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Aroya Manara vs Regal Princess
Age
Aroya Manara was built in 2017, making it 3 years newer than Regal Princess, which was built in 2014.
Size
At 150,695 GT, Aroya Manara is approximately 6% larger by gross tonnage than Regal Princess at 142,714 GT.
Passenger capacity
Regal Princess carries up to 3,560 passengers compared with 3,376 aboard Aroya Manara, a difference of 184 passengers.
Passenger space
Aroya Manara offers more space per passenger: 44.6 GT per guest, compared with 40.1 aboard Regal Princess. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Aroya Manara and Regal Princess (Caribbean) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Compare Ports of Call
Regal Princess
Eastern Caribbean with Puerto Rico
- Departure Port
- Ft. Lauderdale
- Region
- Caribbean
- Nights
- 7
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 12, 2026Ft. Lauderdale
- Day 2 · Sep 13, 2026At Sea
- Day 3 · Sep 14, 2026Amber Cove
- Day 4 · Sep 15, 2026San Juan
- Day 5 · Sep 16, 2026St. Maarten
- Day 6 · Sep 17, 2026At Sea
- Day 7 · Sep 18, 2026At Sea
- Day 8 · Sep 19, 2026Ft. Lauderdale
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Aroya Manara
Regal Princess
September 19, 2026
7-Night Caribbean Cruise
Departing from Ft. Lauderdale
From
$623
Price / day
$89
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Aroya Manara
Average
$0 / day
VS
Regal Princess
Average
$110 / day
Cruise prices vary by departure date, itinerary, cabin type and availability.
Which Ship Should You Choose?
Choose Aroya Manara if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- 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).
Choose Regal Princess if…
- You do not mind sailing on a ship with a higher passenger capacity.
- You want to sail in Caribbean.
- Departing from Ft. Lauderdale works for your plans.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than Aroya Manara.
Aroya Manara vs Regal Princess: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Aroya Manara
Built in 2017
3 years newer
Bigger
Aroya Manara
150,695 GT
6% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
- Aroya Manara is 3 years newer.
- Aroya Manara is 6% larger by gross tonnage.
- Regal Princess carries 184 more passengers.
- Aroya Manara offers more space per passenger (44.6 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Aroya Manara or Regal Princess?
Aroya Manara is newer. It was built in 2017, while Regal Princess was built in 2014, making Aroya Manara 3 years newer.
Which is bigger, Aroya Manara or Regal Princess?
Aroya Manara is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 150,695 GT compared with Regal Princess at 142,714 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Regal Princess has a passenger capacity of approximately 3,560, compared with 3,376 for Aroya Manara.
Which ship is more spacious, Aroya Manara or Regal Princess?
Aroya Manara has the higher passenger space ratio at 44.6 GT per passenger, versus 40.1 for Regal Princess. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
Where does Regal Princess sail?
The upcoming Regal Princess sailings currently listed cover Caribbean, departing from Ft. Lauderdale.
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