Holland America Line vs MSC Cruises — a head-to-head on the specs, the amenities, and what each ship is genuinely better at.
Koningsdam (2016) is the newer ship by 8 years versus MSC Poesia (2008). Koningsdam is the larger hull at 99,500 GT (~7% bigger). MSC Poesia sails with fewer guests at double occupancy (2,550 vs 2,650).
| Spec | Koningsdam | MSC Poesia |
|---|---|---|
| Year built | 2016 | 2008 |
| Tonnage | 99,500 GT | 92,627 GT |
| Guests (double occupancy) | 2,650 | 2,550 |
| Guests (max) | 2,980 | 3,605 |
Trophy marks the ship that wins each row. Smaller capacity = more space per guest.
Koningsdam has things the other doesn't: Self-service laundry, USB ports in cabins, Accessible pool lift.
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.