Balmoral vs Blue Dream Melody
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
Newer Ship
Blue Dream Melody
Built in 2002
14 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
Balmoral vs Blue Dream Melody: Quick Comparison
Blue Dream Melody is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2002, it is 14 years newer than Balmoral, which entered service in 1988. Balmoral is approximately 3% larger by gross tonnage at 43,537 GT. Balmoral also carries 43 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 | Balmoral | Blue Dream Melody |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 1988 | 2002Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | 43,537 GT | 42,289 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 1,309 | 1,266 |
| Space per Passenger | 33.3 GT | 33.4 GT |
| Length | 217.91 m | 202.85 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Balmoral vs Blue Dream Melody
Age
Blue Dream Melody was built in 2002, making it 14 years newer than Balmoral, which was built in 1988.
Size
At 43,537 GT, Balmoral is approximately 3% larger by gross tonnage than Blue Dream Melody at 42,289 GT.
Passenger capacity
Balmoral carries up to 1,309 passengers compared with 1,266 aboard Blue Dream Melody, a difference of 43 passengers.
Passenger space
Blue Dream Melody offers more space per passenger: 33.4 GT per guest, compared with 33.3 aboard Balmoral. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
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Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Balmoral
Blue Dream Melody
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Balmoral
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 Balmoral if…
- You prefer the larger ship by gross tonnage.
- You do not mind sailing on a ship with a higher 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 ship with the lower passenger capacity.
- You value having more space per passenger (higher GT-per-guest ratio).
Balmoral vs Blue Dream Melody: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Blue Dream Melody
Built in 2002
14 years newer
Bigger
Balmoral
43,537 GT
3% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
- Blue Dream Melody is 14 years newer.
- Balmoral is 3% larger by gross tonnage.
- Balmoral carries 43 more passengers.
- Blue Dream Melody offers more space per passenger (33.4 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Balmoral or Blue Dream Melody?
Blue Dream Melody is newer. It was built in 2002, while Balmoral was built in 1988, making Blue Dream Melody 14 years newer.
Which is bigger, Balmoral or Blue Dream Melody?
Balmoral is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 43,537 GT compared with Blue Dream Melody at 42,289 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Balmoral has a passenger capacity of approximately 1,309, compared with 1,266 for Blue Dream Melody.
Which ship is more spacious, Balmoral or Blue Dream Melody?
Blue Dream Melody has the higher passenger space ratio at 33.4 GT per passenger, versus 33.3 for Balmoral. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
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