Ventura vs Carnival Splendor
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
Carnival Splendor
37.6 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Ventura vs Carnival Splendor: Quick Comparison
Ventura and Carnival Splendor both entered service in 2008. Ventura is approximately 2% larger by gross tonnage at 116,017 GT. Ventura also carries 288 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 | Ventura | Carnival Splendor |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2008 | 2008 |
| Gross Tonnage | 116,017 GT | 113,300 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 3,300 | 3,012 |
| Space per Passenger | 35.2 GT | 37.6 GT |
| Length | 289.61 m | 290.2 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Ventura vs Carnival Splendor
Age
Ventura and Carnival Splendor were both built in 2008.
Size
At 116,017 GT, Ventura is approximately 2% larger by gross tonnage than Carnival Splendor at 113,300 GT.
Passenger capacity
Ventura carries up to 3,300 passengers compared with 3,012 aboard Carnival Splendor, a difference of 288 passengers.
Passenger space
Carnival Splendor offers more space per passenger: 37.6 GT per guest, compared with 35.2 aboard Ventura. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
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Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Ventura
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Carnival Splendor
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Cruise prices vary by departure date, itinerary, cabin type and availability.
Which Ship Should You Choose?
Choose Ventura if…
- You prefer the larger ship by gross tonnage.
- You do not mind sailing on a ship with a higher passenger capacity.
Choose Carnival Splendor if…
- You prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.
- You value having more space per passenger (higher GT-per-guest ratio).
Ventura vs Carnival Splendor: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Both ships are the same
Bigger
Ventura
116,017 GT
2% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
- Both ships were built in 2008.
- Ventura is 2% larger by gross tonnage.
- Ventura carries 288 more passengers.
- Carnival Splendor offers more space per passenger (37.6 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is bigger, Ventura or Carnival Splendor?
Ventura is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 116,017 GT compared with Carnival Splendor at 113,300 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Ventura has a passenger capacity of approximately 3,300, compared with 3,012 for Carnival Splendor.
Which ship is more spacious, Ventura or Carnival Splendor?
Carnival Splendor has the higher passenger space ratio at 37.6 GT per passenger, versus 35.2 for Ventura. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
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