MV Ortelius vs MV La Belle des Océans
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
Newer Ship
MV La Belle des Océans
Built in 1990
1 year newer
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
More Spacious Ship
MV Ortelius
43.2 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
MV Ortelius vs MV La Belle des Océans: Quick Comparison
MV La Belle des Océans is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 1990, it is 1 year newer than MV Ortelius, which entered service in 1989. MV La Belle des Océans is approximately 14% larger by gross tonnage at 5,218 GT. MV La Belle des Océans also carries 24 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 | MV Ortelius | MV La Belle des Océans |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 1989 | 1990Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | 4,575 GT | 5,218 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 106 | 130 |
| Space per Passenger | 43.2 GT | 40.1 GT |
| Length | 91.25 m | 103 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: MV Ortelius vs MV La Belle des Océans
Age
MV La Belle des Océans was built in 1990, making it 1 year newer than MV Ortelius, which was built in 1989.
Size
At 5,218 GT, MV La Belle des Océans is approximately 14% larger by gross tonnage than MV Ortelius at 4,575 GT.
Passenger capacity
MV La Belle des Océans carries up to 130 passengers compared with 106 aboard MV Ortelius, a difference of 24 passengers.
Passenger space
MV Ortelius offers more space per passenger: 43.2 GT per guest, compared with 40.1 aboard MV La Belle des Océans. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
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Which Ship Is Cheaper?
MV Ortelius
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Average
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Cruise prices vary by departure date, itinerary, cabin type and availability.
Which Ship Should You Choose?
Choose MV Ortelius 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 MV La Belle des Océans.
Choose MV La Belle des Océans 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.
MV Ortelius vs MV La Belle des Océans: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
MV La Belle des Océans
Built in 1990
1 year newer
Bigger
MV La Belle des Océans
5,218 GT
14% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
- MV La Belle des Océans is 1 year newer.
- MV La Belle des Océans is 14% larger by gross tonnage.
- MV La Belle des Océans carries 24 more passengers.
- MV Ortelius offers more space per passenger (43.2 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, MV Ortelius or MV La Belle des Océans?
MV La Belle des Océans is newer. It was built in 1990, while MV Ortelius was built in 1989, making MV La Belle des Océans 1 year newer.
Which is bigger, MV Ortelius or MV La Belle des Océans?
MV La Belle des Océans is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 5,218 GT compared with MV Ortelius at 4,575 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
MV La Belle des Océans has a passenger capacity of approximately 130, compared with 106 for MV Ortelius.
Which ship is more spacious, MV Ortelius or MV La Belle des Océans?
MV Ortelius has the higher passenger space ratio at 43.2 GT per passenger, versus 40.1 for MV La Belle des Océans. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
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