Introduction

The world is a big place. It’s even bigger when you’re at sea. And when you take to the seas on one of the largest ships ever built, it feels like there’s no limit to how far you can travel or where you can explore. The following ten ships are some of the largest in history and have set records for size that may never be broken again. Whether you’re looking for luxury accommodations or just want a trip on something massive and impressive, these vessels have what you need:

The Seawise Giant

The Seawise Giant was the largest ship in the world from 1979 to 1980, with a gross tonnage of 147,000 tons. This means that her overall size measured significantly larger than other ships at the time—she was three times bigger than most other cargo ships at that time. She was built by Chantiers de l’Atlantique in Saint-Nazaire, France and owned by the Greek shipping company Noble Carriers who still own her sister ship today.

USS Enterprise CVN-65

The USS Enterprise CVN-65 was the world’s first nuclear-powered aircraft carrier, and the first in a class of supercarriers. The ship was commissioned on November 25, 1961, and served in the Atlantic and Mediterranean until its decommissioning on March 3, 2013.

The USS Enterprise is famous for many things—it’s been featured in countless movies; it was once named “The Most Photographed Ship in The World”; its motto was “Fearless,” though some might argue that nickname should belong to Captain James Tiberius Kirk instead. These are all good reasons why this carrier deserves a spot among our top ten greatest ships.

The RMS Queen Elizabeth 2

The RMS Queen Elizabeth 2 is a cruise ship built in 1969. It has a length of 963 feet, a height of 150 feet, and weighs 225,000 tons. The ship can carry 3,000 passengers and has 1,200 crew members. There are 14 decks on this magnificent ship!

The Costa Concordia

The Costa Concordia was the largest and most luxurious cruise ship to sink. It was 952 feet long and had a gross tonnage of 114,500 tons when it sank in 2012. It was owned by Costa Crociere S.p.A., which is an Italian travel agency that operates multiple lines of ships across Europe’s Mediterranean coast (the same types you’d find on any other European river). The Concordia spent its years sailing as a large luxury liner before being purchased by Carnival Cruise Lines in 2016 and renamed “Carnival Horizon”.

The Concordia was built in 2006 at STX France Saint-Nazaire shipyard at Saint-Nazaire, France for Carnival Cruise Lines’ Italian subsidiary Costa Crociere S.p.A.. She measures 952 feet (290 m) long with two funnels and two rudders; she has 17 decks with 1,500 cabins for passengers who can enjoy amenities such as four swimming pools with water slides; three restaurants serving free alcohol 24 hours per day including Captain’s Table restaurant reserved exclusively for suite guests; children’s club Camp Discovery where kids can enjoy games on Wii consoles while parents relax nearby at bars or read newspapers from around the world; casino area where players can win cash prizes up to $1,000 UDSD each time they play roulette tables or slot machines (or both); spa area where one can indulge oneself with massages like Swedish massage or hot stone therapy sessions costing anywhere between $200-$600 USD depending upon duration of treatment desired.”

RMS Queen Mary 2

The Queen Mary 2 (QM2), launched in 2003 and currently the world’s largest passenger ship, is a popular cruise liner with an impressive list of amenities and accommodations. The QM2 is 1,132 ft (345 m) long, 135 ft (41 m) wide and 180 ft (55 m) high at its highest point. It carries over 2,620 passengers on board at any given time—a number that increases to 3,600 during peak periods—and has a crew of 1,300 people who work tirelessly to ensure that guests have an enjoyable experience.

The vessel features many facilities for passengers such as shops selling souvenirs and unique gifts; a casino; three swimming pools; two spas; several restaurants including one with Michelin-starred chefs; a theatre where plays are performed daily as well as other entertainment options throughout each day such as games or trivia quiz competitions among others. Additionally there are numerous bars around the ship where guests can enjoy some drinks while chatting away with fellow travellers from all over the world!

SS United States

The SS United States is a retired American luxury ocean liner that once held the Blue Riband for the fastest crossing of the North Atlantic. She was designed by William Francis Gibbs and built at Newport News Shipbuilding Company in Virginia; her construction was subsidized by the U.S. government to help increase the amount of American shipping.

In 1952, she became one of only three ships to make a transatlantic voyage in under three days when she traveled from New York City to Le Havre in 2 days, 9 hours and 40 minutes (during her maiden voyage). When she was built, it took nearly two decades for any ship to break that record again—until 1986 with Cunard’s QE2.

MS Al Salamah (ex-King Fahd)

The MS Al Salamah is a cruise ship owned by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. It was built in 1984 and can carry up to 2,650 passengers. This ship has been used as a royal yacht, but now it is primarily used as a luxury cruise ship.

Norwegian Epic Cruise Ship

The Norwegian Epic Cruise Ship is the world’s third largest cruise ship, with a gross tonnage of 151,282. It was built in 2009 and is owned by Norwegian Cruise Line. The ship can hold 4100 passengers at a time and has 12 decks, including one specifically for dining.

Carnival Dream Cruise Ship

Carnival Dream Cruise Ship

Built in 2004, the Carnival Dream is a cruise ship that carries around 2,800 passengers and 1,300 crew members on its one week journey. It measures 1,004 feet long and 148 feet wide with a gross tonnage of 100,000. The ship’s name comes from the fact that it was designed to sail only along the east coast of North America from Florida to The Bahamas and Bermuda (the Bahamas), as well as Canada’s Nova Scotia province region.

AIDAluna Cruise Ship

• AIDAluna is the largest cruise ship in the world.
• It was built by Meyer Werft and has a length of 344 meters (1,131 feet).
• Its gross tonnage is 145,700.
• Its passenger capacity is 5,000 people and its crew capacity is 1,150 people.

The World’s Largest Ships

The “world’s largest” is an impressive designation, and it often comes with bragging rights. But what exactly makes a ship the largest? Is it the length of its hull or the weight of its cargo? Or maybe it has to do with the number of passengers aboard when its at capacity, or how many staterooms there are for guests.

In this section, we take a look at some of history’s biggest ships: their size, their specifications and even where they ended up (if any).

Conclusion

These are just a few of the world’s largest ships, but they certainly don’t disappoint. From the RMS Queen Mary 2 to the Costa Concordia, these ships have everything you could ever want in a vacation getaway. They’re also great for families looking to spend time on board together without having to worry about their kids getting bored or misbehaving because there are so many activities available!