Carnival Cruise Line vs MSC Cruises — a head-to-head on the specs, the amenities, and what each ship is genuinely better at.
MSC World Asia (2026) is the newer ship by 3 years versus Carnival Jubilee (2023). MSC World Asia is the larger hull at 215,863 GT (~18% bigger). Carnival Jubilee sails with fewer guests at double occupancy (5,228 vs 5,400).
| Spec | Carnival Jubilee | MSC World Asia |
|---|---|---|
| Year built | 2023 | 2026 |
| Tonnage | 183,521 GT | 215,863 GT |
| Guests (double occupancy) | 5,228 | 5,400 |
| Guests (max) | 6,631 | 6,762 |
Trophy marks the ship that wins each row. Smaller capacity = more space per guest.
Carnival Jubilee has one thing the other doesn't: Self-service laundry.
Distinct ports each ship visits in the next 12 months.
No ports in common in the next 12 months.
None unique — everywhere this ship goes, the other does too.