Astoria Grande vs Blue Dream Melody
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
Newer Ship
Blue Dream Melody
Built in 2002
6 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
Astoria Grande vs Blue Dream Melody: Quick Comparison
Blue Dream Melody is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2002, it is 6 years newer than Astoria Grande, which entered service in 1996. Blue Dream Melody is approximately 10% larger by gross tonnage at 42,289 GT. Blue Dream Melody also carries 86 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 | Astoria Grande | Blue Dream Melody |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 1996 | 2002Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | 38,557 GT | 42,289 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 1,180 | 1,266 |
| Space per Passenger | 32.7 GT | 33.4 GT |
| Length | 193.34 m | 202.85 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Astoria Grande vs Blue Dream Melody
Age
Blue Dream Melody was built in 2002, making it 6 years newer than Astoria Grande, which was built in 1996.
Size
At 42,289 GT, Blue Dream Melody is approximately 10% larger by gross tonnage than Astoria Grande at 38,557 GT.
Passenger capacity
Blue Dream Melody carries up to 1,266 passengers compared with 1,180 aboard Astoria Grande, a difference of 86 passengers.
Passenger space
Blue Dream Melody offers more space per passenger: 33.4 GT per guest, compared with 32.7 aboard Astoria Grande. 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?
Astoria Grande
Average
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Blue Dream Melody
Average
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Cruise prices vary by departure date, itinerary, cabin type and availability.
Which Ship Should You Choose?
Choose Astoria Grande if…
- You prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.
- 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 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).
Astoria Grande vs Blue Dream Melody: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Blue Dream Melody
Built in 2002
6 years newer
Bigger
Blue Dream Melody
42,289 GT
10% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
- Blue Dream Melody is 6 years newer.
- Blue Dream Melody is 10% larger by gross tonnage.
- Blue Dream Melody carries 86 more passengers.
- Blue Dream Melody offers more space per passenger (33.4 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Astoria Grande or Blue Dream Melody?
Blue Dream Melody is newer. It was built in 2002, while Astoria Grande was built in 1996, making Blue Dream Melody 6 years newer.
Which is bigger, Astoria Grande or Blue Dream Melody?
Blue Dream Melody is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 42,289 GT compared with Astoria Grande at 38,557 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Blue Dream Melody has a passenger capacity of approximately 1,266, compared with 1,180 for Astoria Grande.
Which ship is more spacious, Astoria Grande or Blue Dream Melody?
Blue Dream Melody has the higher passenger space ratio at 33.4 GT per passenger, versus 32.7 for Astoria Grande. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
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