Carnival Glory vs Carnival Vista

The Carnival Glory was built in 2003. It was renovated in 2024. It's 13 years older than the Vista, which was built in 2016 and renovated in 2024. The Carnival Vista was the first cruise ship to have a working brewery on board.

Comparison Overview

Ship Size

The Glory is considered a medium size ship. Coming in at 952 feet long and 116 feet wide, it's roughly the length of 2.6 football fields, as wide as 2.2 tractor-trailers and the same height as a 13-story building. Compared to the Carnival Vista, the Glory is 18% smaller in terms of overall tons.

Number of Passengers

Carnival Glory holds 24% fewer passengers than the Vista based on double occupancy (two people per room). When you compare the total tonnage of the ship to the number of passengers, or what we call the "Space Ratio," the Glory has more space per person compared to the Vista. This means that you might have a bit more space to yourself on the ship, although there still could be some crowded areas like buffets, pools, etc.

Carnival
Glory
Carnival
Vista
ClassConquestVista
Gross Tonnage110,000133,596
Length9521,055
Beam/Width116122
Passenger Decks1315
Passengers (double occupancy)2,9803,934
Crew1,1501,450
Passenger to Crew Ratio2.62.7
Space Ratio (tons of ship per passenger)3733


Food and Restaurants

Food is a big part of any cruise, and the ship you choose can make a huge difference in your food experience.

The Glory has 17 different dining options like Seafood Shack, Pizza Pirate, and Guy's Burger Joint. Of those options, 13 are complementary, or included with your cruise fare. The other 4 options have an additional fee.

The Vista has 8 more dining venues. Some of its popular venues are Guy's Burger Joint, Bonsai Teppanyaki, and Fahrenheit 555 Steakhouse. 16 of these restaurants are complementary and the other 9 have an additional fee.

If you like having a variety of places to eat, the Vista might be a better choice. It has 47% more dining options than the Glory.

If you're looking to avoid extra money while on board, the Glory might be a better choice then the Vista. More of the dining options are included in the base cruise fare, potentially saving you money.

Restaurants on Carnival Glory & Vista

Carnival
Glory
Carnival
Vista
Blue Iguana CantinaLearn More
Bonsai SushiLearn More
Bonsai TeppanyakiLearn More
Captain's Pasta BarLearn More
Carnival DeliLearn More
Cherry on Top
Coffee Bar
Cucina Del CapitanoLearn More
Fahrenheit 555 SteakhouseLearn More
Fresh CreationsLearn More
Guy's Burger JointLearn More
Guys Pig and Anchor BarBQueLearn More
JavaBlue CafeLearn More
JiJi Asian KitchenLearn More
Lido BuffetLearn More
Main Dining RoomLearn More
Mongolian WokLearn More
Pizza PirateLearn More
Pizzeria del CapitanoLearn More
Redfrog Pub & BreweryLearn More
Seafood ShackLearn More
SteakhouseLearn More
Swirls
The Chef's TableLearn More

Bars and Drinks

White Heat Dance Club on the Glory
White Heat Dance Club on the Glory
Heroes Tribute Bar on the Vista
Heroes Tribute Bar on the Vista

The Carnival Glory has 2 fewer bars than the Carnival Vista.

Carnival
Glory
Carnival
Vista
Alchemy Bar
Atrium Bar
Azure Bar
Bar Blue
BlueIguana Tequila Bar
Casino Bar
Ebony Cabaret Aft Lounge
Fahrenheit 555 Bar
Havana Bar
Heroes Tribute Bar
Java Blue Cafe
Limelight Lounge
Ocean Plaza Bar
Piano Bar 88
RedFrog Pub and Brewery
RedFrog Rum Bar
Serenity Pool Bar
The Cinn-A-bar Piano Bar
Tides Pool Bar
White Heat Dance Club

In terms of drinks and cocktails, you have a variety of choices. Both ships serve the Pepsi family of products. That means Pepsi, Diet Pepsi, Starry, Mug Root Beer, and Mountain Dew, although the selection can vary by ship.

You can check out recent the bar menus for the Glory and the Vista below.



Pools and Hot Tubs

Lido Pool on the Canrival Glory
Lido Pool on the Canrival Glory
Lido Pool on the Carnival Vista
Lido Pool on the Carnival Vista

Nothing beats relaxing by a pool with a nice drink in hand as you feel the fresh sea breeze pass by you. The problem is that with thousands of people on a ship, there's not always room. If you want to spend all day for 7 days in a pool, a cruise isn't for you. You would have a much better bet choosing a resort with a huge pool complex. That being said, a quick dip in the pool can be nice on a hot day.

The Carnival Glory has a total of 2 pools and 4 hot tubs. Tired of loud kids and splashing? 1 of the pools and 2 of the hot tubs are adults only.

Carnival Vista has more pools than the Glory and more hot tubs. There are more exclusive pools and hot tubs on the Vista. If you don't mind paying for exclusive access to areas in order to have less crowds, this might be a better choice.

Carnival
Glory
Carnival
Vista
Total Pools23
Pools - General Access12
Pools - Adults Only10
Pools - Exclusive01
Total Hot Tubs46
Hot Tubs - General Access22
Hot Tubs - Adults Only22
Hot Tubs - Exclusive02


cruise coloring book

Cruise Coloring and Activity Books for Kids
Get your kids ready for their cruise or keep them entertained while on board with our custom made coloring and activity books. These are the Carnival editions with featuring places Pizza Pirate and mini-golf.

Cruise Ship Coloring Book for Kids 3-5 - Carnival Edition

Let's Get Cruising Activity Book for Kids 6-8 - Carnival Edition


Ship Features and Activities

Both ships have lots of activities to keep you busy throughout your cruise. Below you'll see a list of some of the major features on these ships. On the Glory, 75% of the activities below are included in the cruise fare. On the Vista, only 65% of the activities are included, meaning you might spend more money while on board.

Carnival
Glory
Carnival
Vista
Adult Only Relaxation Area
Arcade
Basketball
Brewery Tour
Casino
Comedy Club
Dr Seuss Breakfast
Fitness Center
IMAX Theater
Jogging Track
Mini golf
Outdoor gym
Pool-side Movies
Ropes course
Shows - musical review
Skyride
Spa
Splash park
Thermal Suites
Water slides
Learn moreLearn more

Cruise Costs

Carnival is a mainstream cruise line. Mainstream cruise lines cater to a variety of guests, hoping to provide something for everyone. These typically cost about $100 - $350 per person per day.

Cruise pricing is dynamic and varies for each specific sailing based on factors such as departure point, ports of call, and time of year. Typically newer ships cost more, so a cruise on Carnival Glory will likely be cheaper than on Carnival Vista.

The cost will also vary depending on the type of cabin you book. You can see the differences between the Carnival cabins and how to choose the best one here:

Onboard Costs

Another way to gauge the cost of a cruise is to consider how much you'll spend on board. Even though a lot is included in the base cruise fare, you may still spend money on things like spa treatments, specialty dining, drinks, and excursions. In addition, guests can also have to pay for things like gratuities and tips.

Typically guests can expect to spend about 25 - 40% of the cost of the cruise on onboard expenses. In other words, if the cruise fare is $1,000 per person, you might spend between $250 and $400 on extra expenses.

The table below will help you understand what you might spend onboard a Carnival ship.

Carnival
Base Daily Gratuities*
(Per Person Per Day)
$16.00
Tip added to drinks & services18%
Soda Price$3.00
Domestic Beer Price$8.75
See drink menus
Drink Package Price$59.95 - $69.95
Learn more
Internet Plan$15.30 to $21.25 per device per day
*Daily gratuities for a standard cabin. Suites or specialty rooms may have higher rates.

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