Ship size-DCL Dream vs which Princess

[Jaylie]

We are thinking of the Ruby Princess to the Eastern Caribb., next April but are hoping for a large ship similar to the Disney Dream. My DH gets motion sickness, but on the Dream, didn't seem bothered by it. We have never been on another cruise line. Thanks.

[TiCKed]

We are thinking of the Ruby Princess to the Eastern Caribb., next April but are hoping for a large ship similar to the Disney Dream. My DH gets motion sickness, but on the Dream, didn't seem bothered by it. We have never been on another cruise line. Thanks.

 

Every ship probably "rides" a little different.....but here are the hard and fast facts for both ships:

 

Disney Dream:

Crew Members = 1,458

Entered Service = 2011, 2012

Gross Tons = 128,000

Length = 1,115 feet

Number of Cabins = 1,250

Passenger Capacity = 2,500 (4,000 max)

Width = 125 feet

 

Ruby Princess:

Crew Members = 1,225

Entered Service = 2008

Gross Tons = 113,000

Length = 951 feet

Number of Cabins = 1540

Passenger Capacity = 3,080

Width = 118 feet

 

Source: http://www.fodors.com/cruises/ships/

 

So, Ruby is somewhat smaller in physical size. Does that mean it has more ship motion? I'm guessing, no. It's still a pretty big boat! The actual weather and sea conditions are probably more important than any minor difference in size here.