Piano Land vs Marella Explorer 2
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
Newer Ship
Both ships are the same
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
More Spacious Ship
Marella Explorer 2
38.7 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Piano Land vs Marella Explorer 2: Quick Comparison
Piano Land and Marella Explorer 2 both entered service in 1995. Marella Explorer 2 is approximately 4% larger by gross tonnage at 72,458 GT. Piano Land also carries 58 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 | Piano Land | Marella Explorer 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 1995 | 1995 |
| Gross Tonnage | 69,840 GT | 72,458 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 1,928 | 1,870 |
| Space per Passenger | 36.2 GT | 38.7 GT |
| Length | 260 m | 246.5 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Piano Land vs Marella Explorer 2
Age
Piano Land and Marella Explorer 2 were both built in 1995.
Size
At 72,458 GT, Marella Explorer 2 is approximately 4% larger by gross tonnage than Piano Land at 69,840 GT.
Passenger capacity
Piano Land carries up to 1,928 passengers compared with 1,870 aboard Marella Explorer 2, a difference of 58 passengers.
Passenger space
Marella Explorer 2 offers more space per passenger: 38.7 GT per guest, compared with 36.2 aboard Piano Land. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
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Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Piano Land
Marella Explorer 2
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Piano Land
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Marella Explorer 2
Average
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Cruise prices vary by departure date, itinerary, cabin type and availability.
Which Ship Should You Choose?
Choose Piano Land if…
- You do not mind sailing on a ship with a higher passenger capacity.
Choose Marella Explorer 2 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).
Piano Land vs Marella Explorer 2: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Both ships are the same
Bigger
Marella Explorer 2
72,458 GT
4% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
- Both ships were built in 1995.
- Marella Explorer 2 is 4% larger by gross tonnage.
- Piano Land carries 58 more passengers.
- Marella Explorer 2 offers more space per passenger (38.7 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is bigger, Piano Land or Marella Explorer 2?
Marella Explorer 2 is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 72,458 GT compared with Piano Land at 69,840 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Piano Land has a passenger capacity of approximately 1,928, compared with 1,870 for Marella Explorer 2.
Which ship is more spacious, Piano Land or Marella Explorer 2?
Marella Explorer 2 has the higher passenger space ratio at 38.7 GT per passenger, versus 36.2 for Piano Land. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
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