Balmoral vs Boudicca
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
Balmoral
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines
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Boudicca
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines
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Balmoral
Built in 1988
15 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
More Spacious Ship
Boudicca
53.3 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Balmoral vs Boudicca: Quick Comparison
Balmoral is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 1988, it is 15 years newer than Boudicca, which entered service in 1973. Balmoral is approximately 52% larger by gross tonnage at 43,537 GT. Balmoral also carries 773 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 | Boudicca |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 1988Newer | 1973 |
| Gross Tonnage | 43,537 GT | 28,551 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 1,309 | 536 |
| Space per Passenger | 33.3 GT | 53.3 GT |
| Length | 217.91 m | 206.96 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Balmoral vs Boudicca
Age
Balmoral was built in 1988, making it 15 years newer than Boudicca, which was built in 1973.
Size
At 43,537 GT, Balmoral is approximately 52% larger by gross tonnage than Boudicca at 28,551 GT.
Passenger capacity
Balmoral carries up to 1,309 passengers compared with 536 aboard Boudicca, a difference of 773 passengers.
Passenger space
Boudicca offers more space per passenger: 53.3 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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Which Ship Is Cheaper?
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Which Ship Should You Choose?
Choose Balmoral 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 Boudicca 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 Balmoral.
Balmoral vs Boudicca: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Balmoral
Built in 1988
15 years newer
Bigger
Balmoral
43,537 GT
52% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
- Balmoral is 15 years newer.
- Balmoral is 52% larger by gross tonnage.
- Balmoral carries 773 more passengers.
- Boudicca offers more space per passenger (53.3 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Balmoral or Boudicca?
Balmoral is newer. It was built in 1988, while Boudicca was built in 1973, making Balmoral 15 years newer.
Which is bigger, Balmoral or Boudicca?
Balmoral is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 43,537 GT compared with Boudicca at 28,551 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Balmoral has a passenger capacity of approximately 1,309, compared with 536 for Boudicca.
Which ship is more spacious, Balmoral or Boudicca?
Boudicca has the higher passenger space ratio at 53.3 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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