Marella Voyager vs Norwegian Sky
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
Marella Voyager
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Newer Ship
Norwegian Sky
Built in 1999
2 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
More Spacious Ship
Marella Voyager
41.2 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Marella Voyager vs Norwegian Sky: Quick Comparison
Norwegian Sky is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 1999, it is 2 years newer than Marella Voyager, which entered service in 1997. Marella Voyager is approximately 1% larger by gross tonnage at 77,713 GT. Norwegian Sky also carries 116 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 | Marella Voyager | Norwegian Sky |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 1997 | 1999Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | 77,713 GT | 77,104 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 1,886 | 2,002 |
| Space per Passenger | 41.2 GT | 38.5 GT |
| Length | 264 m | 258.6 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Marella Voyager vs Norwegian Sky
Age
Norwegian Sky was built in 1999, making it 2 years newer than Marella Voyager, which was built in 1997.
Size
At 77,713 GT, Marella Voyager is approximately 1% larger by gross tonnage than Norwegian Sky at 77,104 GT.
Passenger capacity
Norwegian Sky carries up to 2,002 passengers compared with 1,886 aboard Marella Voyager, a difference of 116 passengers.
Passenger space
Marella Voyager offers more space per passenger: 41.2 GT per guest, compared with 38.5 aboard Norwegian Sky. 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 Marella Voyager 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 Norwegian Sky.
Choose Norwegian Sky if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You do not mind sailing on a ship with a higher passenger capacity.
Marella Voyager vs Norwegian Sky: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Norwegian Sky
Built in 1999
2 years newer
Bigger
Marella Voyager
77,713 GT
1% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
- Norwegian Sky is 2 years newer.
- Marella Voyager is 1% larger by gross tonnage.
- Norwegian Sky carries 116 more passengers.
- Marella Voyager offers more space per passenger (41.2 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Marella Voyager or Norwegian Sky?
Norwegian Sky is newer. It was built in 1999, while Marella Voyager was built in 1997, making Norwegian Sky 2 years newer.
Which is bigger, Marella Voyager or Norwegian Sky?
Marella Voyager is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 77,713 GT compared with Norwegian Sky at 77,104 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Norwegian Sky has a passenger capacity of approximately 2,002, compared with 1,886 for Marella Voyager.
Which ship is more spacious, Marella Voyager or Norwegian Sky?
Marella Voyager has the higher passenger space ratio at 41.2 GT per passenger, versus 38.5 for Norwegian Sky. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
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