Royal Caribbean International vs MSC Cruises — a head-to-head on the specs, the amenities, and what each ship is genuinely better at.
MSC Bellissima (2019) is the newer ship by 4 years versus Anthem of the Seas (2015). MSC Bellissima is the larger hull at 171,598 GT (~2% bigger). Anthem of the Seas sails with fewer guests at double occupancy (4,180 vs 4,488).
| Spec | Anthem of the Seas | MSC Bellissima |
|---|---|---|
| Year built | 2015 | 2019 |
| Tonnage | 168,666 GT | 171,598 GT |
| Guests (double occupancy) | 4,180 | 4,488 |
| Guests (max) | 4,905 | 5,686 |
Trophy marks the ship that wins each row. Smaller capacity = more space per guest.
Distinct ports each ship visits in the next 12 months.
No ports in common in the next 12 months.