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Activities & entertainment

  • Adventure Beach
  • CruiseCritic Meet and Mingle
  • Dance Classes
  • Dance Parties
  • Fairways of Jewel
  • Fitness Classes *
  • Hot Tubs (3)
  • RC Online *
  • Rock Climbing Wall
  • Running Track
  • Scavenger Hunts
  • Sports Court
  • Sports Deck
  • Sports Tournament
  • Video Arcade *
  • Vitality At Sea Fitness Center
  • Vitality At Sea Spa *
  • Wine Tasting *
  • Waterslides
  • Adventure Ocean
  • Fuel Teen Disco
  • Casino Royale *
  • Coral Theatre
  • Deck Parties
  • Demonstrations
  • Game Broadcasts
  • Movie Screen
  • Poolside Movies
  • Serengeti Card Club
  • The Game Reserves
  • The Safari Club
  • Vortex Nightclub
  • Wellness Lectures
  • Shoreside Dining Room - American
  • Tides Dining Room - American
  • Izumi - Asian *
  • Lobby Bar - Atrium Bar *
  • The Pit Stop - Casino Bar *
  • Windjammer Café - Casual
  • Windjammer Outdoor - Casual
  • The Congo Bar - Clubby Bar *
  • Zanzibar Lounge - Clubby Bar *
  • Café Latté-tudes - Coffee Bar *
  • Viking Crown Lounge - Iconic Bar *
  • Giovanni's Table - italian *
  • Schooner Bar - Nautical bar *
  • Pool Bar - Pool Bar *
  • Sky Bar - Pool Bar *
  • Solarium Bar - Pool Bar *
  • Chops Grille - Steakhouse *
  • Vintages - Wine Bar *
  • Excellent 48
  • Very Good 41
  • Terrible 20
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  • English ( 145 )
  • Spanish ( 3 )
  • French ( 2 )

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Another wonderful trip to the Caribbean!

Apr 8th, 2024

Overall was a wonderful experience from San Juan all the way to Fort Lauderdale. I would highly recommend this itinerary to anyone looking at a cruise. Leaving from San Juan had to be the most relaxing and fast embarkation I have had boarding a ship. The islands we visit on this trip were amazing! The Ship we loved. Could see the water from Almost all areas of the ship. The Schooner bar on the Jewel, if you like Nautical theme was the best I’ve seen! This Ship was a Classic!

Traveler Type

Family (older children)

Nice cruise!!

Apr 5th, 2024

First time in this class of ship.Very nice ship and lots of activities for everybody. Great service, food and clean ship.

Singles/Friends

Disappointment

Apr 2nd, 2024

Will not take the Jewel of the seas again. No thank you.

2-3 cruises

Amazing Experience

Mar 28th, 2024

Excellent cruise and itinerary with excellent staff and good food! Met some really nice folks on this trip! As always, Royal lived up to its promise; of value for your money!

Wonderful Cruise!

I loved the cruise. The ship was great! I have been on carnival before and this was much better. Great food and entertainment. Great experience.

Large Group

4-6 cruises

It was a very good experience. Overall the food and entertainment was excellent. Embarkation, Exit and tours were conducted efficiently without delays or confusion

Mar 27th, 2024

I enjoyed the vacation on this ship (expect for those windows)

Memorable Cruise 2024

Perfect size for our group of 9. Much laughter with fun staff and great food.

The crew and staff were excellent. Attended to details and listened when there were concerns. Itinerary was fun.

Mar 26th, 2024

We enjoyed the cruise very much. Great crew and ports we had not visited.

Wonderful Caribbean cruise

Mar 20th, 2024

Royal Caribbean is our favorite cruise line. Enjoyed southern Caribbean because we got to visit ports we had not been to before.

Great cruise, Crappy stateroom

Mar 12th, 2024

Find yourself a newer ship and book through the cruise line so you can get a better stateroom!

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Jewel Of The Seas

Jewel Of The Seas cruise ship

Cruise line Royal Caribbean

  • Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades, Florida)
  • San Juan (Puerto Rico)
  • Galveston (Texas)
  • Amsterdam (Netherlands North Holland)
  • Boston (Massachusetts)

Jewel Of The Seas current position

Jewel Of The Seas current location is at North East Atlantic Ocean (coordinates 50.89939 N / -1.41366 W) cruising en route to Southampton. The AIS position was reported 7 minutes ago.

Current itinerary of Jewel Of The Seas

Jewel Of The Seas current cruise is 15 days, one-way from Fort Lauderdale to Southampton . The itinerary starts on 05 Apr, 2024 and ends on 20 Apr, 2024 .

Specifications of Jewel Of The Seas

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Jewel Of The Seas Itineraries

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The 2004-built Jewel of the Seas cruise ship is the 4th/last Radiance-class Royal Caribbean liner, with sisterships Brilliance OTS , Serenade OTS and Radiance OTS .

The vessel (IMO number 9228356) is currently Bahamas- flagged (MMSI 311583000) and registered in Nassau .

History - construction and ownership

Royal Caribbean International (RCI) is a US passenger shipping company, trademarked travel brand, and subsidiary owned by Royal Caribbean Group (RCG/shipowner). RCI was established in 1968 and currently has over 1/5 of the worldwide cruise market. RCI also has RCG's largest fleet by both vessel number and GT tonnage (ship sizes and capacities).

All RCI liners have names ending with "of the Seas".

Jewel Of The Seas cruise ship (Royal Caribbean)

With GT tonnage 90090 tons (making it the largest of the medium-sized vessels), the 2500-passenger ship Jewel OTS has just enough space for some of the storied Royal Caribbean innovations, such as wonderful alternative dining venues, superb solarium pool, a rock-climbing wall and expansive Adventure Ocean children amenities.

The ship feels practically petite in comparison to the newer and bigger Oasis- and Voyager-class fleetmates. However, Jewel is big enough to offer a variety of dining options and entertainment, yet small enough to offer more immersive itineraries than bigger Royal Caribbean vessels. Like all Radiance-class cruise ships, Jewel of the Seas features glass throughout its interior, thus granting passengers plenty of ocean views.

During refurbishment 2016 were added new restaurants - Izumi (Asian), Giovanni’s Table (Italian), new bar, poolside outdoor theater, shipwide Wi-Fi coverage with VOOM Internet, new digital signage boards, cabin renovations (smart HDTVs in all cabins).

Decks and Cabins

Jewel Of The Seas staterooms (1072 total, in 32 grades) include 61 Suites, 529 Balcony, 241 Oceanviews, 241 Inside (3 single). Most cabins are sized 165-190 ft2 (15-18 m2). Most cabin balconies are sized 45 ft2 (4 m2). The smallest is Studio Interior (110 ft2 / 10 m2). The largest is Royal Suite (1000 ft2 / 93 m2 plus 105 ft2 / 10 m2 terrace). Wheelchair-accessible cabins are 19.

The boat has 13 decks , of which 12 are passenger-accessible and 8 with cabins.

Shipboard dining options - Food and Drinks

The main dining venue, especially at dinner, is where nearly half the cruise liner is ordering and eating simultaneously. The service is first-class in all zones. The Tides Dining Room is the 2-floor main restaurant, decorated with a moonlight and tide romantic theme. Food is nicely presented and well prepared. The elegant room features tables on two levels and wonderful views of the vessel's wake. The menu offers several choices of salads, starters, soups, main courses, cheese, and desserts.

The Windjammer Cafe is the main buffet venue. It is open for breakfast, lunch, afternoon snacks and informal dinner. Numerous stations serve up pasta, burgers, salads, and sweets. Portofino and Chops Grille are ship's alternative restaurants. Chops is a steakhouse venue with an open kitchen. Enjoyable as Chops is, the real highlight of Jewel's onboard dining is Portofino with favorites including tiger shrimp risotto and spaghetti with lobster sauce. Both Chops Grille and Giovanni’s Table levy a per-person service fee.

Follows the complete list of Jewel of the Seas restaurants and food bars.

  • Tides Restaurant (1112-seat aft Dining Room has a small private dining room (Shoreside).
  • Windjammer Cafe Lido buffet restaurant (680-seat, offers Early Breakfast at 6:30 a.m., Breakfast between 7-11:30 am, Lunch 11.30-3:30 pm, and Dinner 6.30-9 pm)
  • Chops Grille (86-seat specialty restaurant; reservations recommended)
  • Portofino (95-seat Italian restaurant) during refurbishment 2016 was replaced by Giovanni’s Table (Italian specialty restaurant).
  • Seaview Cafe (104-seat complimentary fast food and coffee bar) during refurbishment 2016 was replaced by Izumi (Asian specialty restaurant).

Shipboard entertainment options - Fun and Sport

The midship-located Centrum Atrim serves as a central spot for most activities. During the evenings, its Lobby Bar is the hottest spot on Jewel for after-dinner dancing. The lavish, 3-deck Coral Theater hosts the production shows and games. The ship has a real modern feel and does a fine job in incorporating some of the best facilities that have become Royal Caribbean trademarks.

Onboard cruisers will find classics like Schooner Bar and Windjammer Cafe, as well as a climbing wall up to the smokestack, tiny golf, and a waterslide. Other additions include the pretty Seaview Cafe, and the rather avant-garde Vortex disco.

Additional amenities include Complimentary 24-hour Room-Service, Supervised Youth program, Internet/WiFi Access, Laundry.

Follows the complete list of Jewel of the Seas lounges, clubs and other entertainment venues for kids, teens, and adults.

  • Coral Theatre (features grand production shows with dance, acrobatics, comedy, and games)
  • Vortex Disco and Nightclub (126-seat, with a revolving bar)
  • Photo Gallery and Shop; Art Gallery
  • The Centrum (social hub, offers aerial acrobatics entertainment); Serengeti Club (40-seat card room); Safari Club Lounge (320-seat; hosts art auctions, karaoke, religious services); Zanzibar Lounge (52-seat); Next Cruise Lounge; Concierge Club (196-seat suite and past guests only); Yacht Club Lounge; Viking Crown Lounge & Bar, Crown Lounge (fka Diamond Club Lounge & Bar for past guests only)
  • Lobby Bar (47-seat atrium bar); Champagne Bar (52-seat wine bar); Game Reserves Bar (15-seat); Cafe Latte-tudes Bar (46-seat specialty coffee bar, Starbucks Coffee); The Pit Stop Bar (102-seat sports bar); Schooner Bar (134-seat piano bar); The Congo Bar; Sky Bar
  • Vintages (wine bar)
  • Centrum Boutiques (duty-free; clothes, perfumes, accessories, jewelry, logo souvenirs, General Store/alcohol, and cigarettes)
  • Casino Royale (258-seat)
  • Royal Caribbean Online Center (Internet computers room; 24-hour)
  • Vitality at Sea Spa and Fitness Center; 3 jacuzzis; 2 pools
  • Solarium lounge (includes Cafe Bar, pool bar and adults-only pool area)
  • Cinema (57-seat)
  • Video Games Arcade; Fuel Teen Disco Club; Royal Babies and Tots Nursery
  • Adventure Beach; Adventure Ocean kids lounge area
  • Sports Court (golf simulator, table tennis, basketball court); Jogging Track; Rock-climbing Wall; Fairways of Jewel Golf Course.

During the ship's 2016 refurbishment were added digital signage boards (numerous touch-screens throughout the ship), also Wi-Fi coverage was upgraded (to shipwide) and fast-speed VOOM Internet is now available.

Itineraries

Jewel of the Seas itinerary program is based on Caribbean voyages (roundtrips from homeports San Juan Puerto Rico and Galveston Texas USA ) and European itineraries based on homeporting in Amsterdam Netherlands and Haifa Israel . The homeporting in Holland provides Northern European itineraries (UK and Iceland, British Isles, Norwegian Fjords/Arctic Europe) while the homeporting in Israel is for voyages in the Aegean Sea (Eastern Mediterranean) visiting the Greek Isles (Santorini, Mykonos, Rhodes, with Piraeus-Athens) and also 3-night/short-breaks to Cyprus (Limassol, and the premium seaside resort Ayia Napa ).

Following the Coronavirus crisis, Jewel OTS restarted operations in the Eastern Mediterranean (July 7 through October 23, 2021) with 7-day "Greek Isles" itineraries roundtrip from Limassol, Cyprus Greece .

The Caribbean itineraries out of Puerto Rico visit island destinations like Barbados, Trinidad and Tobago, St Lucia, St Maarten. The roundtrips from Texas visit Mexico (Cozumel, Costa Maya, Progreso), Belize City, Roatan Island Honduras, the Netherlands Atiles (Curacao, Aruba), and Grand Cayman.

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Jewel Of The Seas Wiki

Jewel is Royal Caribbean's last Radiance-class liner, with sisterships Brilliance ,  Radiance ,  Serenade . Radiance-class vessels are built in accordance with Panamax standards allowing them to transit through  Panama Canal .

The vessel was delivered by Meyer Werft ( Papenburg Germany ) on April 22nd, 2004.

The inaugural cruise (maiden voyage) started on May 8, 2004, following the christening ceremony on April 7th, held in Southampton England . The 7-day roundtrip itinerary visited destinations in Iberia Vigo, Lisbon), France (La Rochelle) and the UK (Guernsey Island's St Peter Port ). Then the ship was relocated to Harwich (homeport) for voyages in Northern Europe/Baltic. The 12-night ex-UK roundtrips visited ports in Scandinavia and Russia, the British Isles and Norway's Fjords. Following the inaugural summer 2004 season in Europe, Jewel OTS was repositioned to North America and homeported in Port Everglades/Fort Lauderdale Florida USA . The 6- and 8-night roundtrip itineraries visited island destinations in the Eastern and Western Caribbean.

The ship's godmother was Kathy Mellor - winner of the "2004 National Teacher of the Year" prize. Kathy lives in Rhode Island (USA) and teaches English as a second language. The prize was given to her by President George W. Bush and his wife Laura Bush.

Like on all RCI ships, Jewel's Atrium is called "Centrum". The 9-deck high Atrium features floor-ceiling windows and vast interior spaces, allowing Jewel OTS to offer fantastic sea views. Ship's shopping area includes a premium jewelry store and also designer-branded boutiques.

ex-Cyprus cruises 2021

Following the Coronavirus crisis, in 2021 Jewel OTS had a Baltic program based on homeporting in Copenhagen Denmark  and  Stockholm Sweden  with 7-night Baltic-Scandinavia-Russia itineraries.

In late-March 2021, RCI rescheduled the ship for a mini-season (July 10 thru October 23) based on 7-night "Greece and Greek Islands" itineraries (in the Aegean Sea/Eastern Mediterranean) leaving roundtrip from Limassol Cyprus ( homeport/first-time for RCI). Bookings opened on April 7, 2021.

Prices were in the range USD 800-2000 per person with double occupancy.

Jewel OTS refurbishment 2016 review

The list of deckplan changes after the boat's 2016 drydock refurbishment (March 21 - April 6) included:

  • New passenger accommodations were added – one 2-Bedroom Family Suite (category TS) plus a total of 24 oceanview and balcony cabins (on decks 2, 4, 9, 10, 11).
  • On deck 6, the Portofino restaurant was replaced by Giovanni’s Table (Italian specialty restaurant).
  • On deck 12, the Seaview Cafe (104 seats, complimentary fast-food diner, and coffee bar with waiter service) was replaced by Izumi (Asian specialty restaurant).
  • On deck 6, Vintages (wine bar) replaced the Champagne Bar.
  • On deck 4, the Seaside private dining room (starboard, 102 seats) was replaced by inside cabins.
  • On deck 8, Explorer’s Court (small relaxation area) was replaced with 1 inside cabin.
  • On deck 12, the RCI’s Nursery (Royal Babies & Tots) was added.
  • Royal Caribbean’s digital signage boards were installed (numerous touch screens throughout the ship). The Wi-Fi coverage was upgraded to ship-wide. The fast-speed VOOM Internet is now available.
  • Cabin renovations included new flat TVs in all passenger rooms.
  • On Lido deck 11, a poolside outdoor theater (Jumbotron movie screen) was installed.
  • On deck 13, the Hollywood Odyssey (70 seats Cigar Club & Lounge) was replaced by Concierge Club.
  • Chops Grille, the Spa and retail shopping areas were redesigned and refreshed.

Jewel OTS refurbishment project’s total cost was ~USD 30 million. The vessel is among the last RCI liners to benefit from the company’s expensive fleet revitalization program for implementing Oasis-class features (facilities and amenities) fleetwide.

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Wander to the world’s most captivating destinations onboard Jewel of the Seas®.

Between scenery scoping and memory making, you’ll have the time of your life while sailing from one breathtaking location to another. Reach new heights with thrilling rock climbing. Watch showstopping entertainment and stellar Broadway musical productions. And treat your tastebuds to an epicurean feast ranging from Italian specialities to delicious teppanyaki prepared tableside.

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ADVENTURES ONBOARD

Jewel of the Seas® takes you to some of the world’s most captivating destinations – but it’s also filled from bow to stern with plenty of unforgettable experiences. Fill sea days with poolside lounging in between visits to adventure-packed ports, and elevate every night with world-class dining, creative cocktails and electrifying entertainment. 

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MORE TO SEE & DO ON DECK

On this ship, you’re free to do as much or as little as you like. Kick back and relax at the adults-only Solarium or harness up and hit the rock climbing wall. At night, settle in for a poolside film beneath the stars. It’s your getaway – you set the itinerary.  

EXPLORE ONBOARD ACTIVITIES

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DIG INTO DELICIOUS

The dining onboard Jewel of the Seas® is as diverse as the destinations you’ll sail to. Get a taste of the Far East at Izumi Sushi & Hot Rocks, savour the flavours of Italy at Giovanni’s℠ Table, or tuck into succulent seafood and tender cuts of meat at our signature contemporary American steakhouse, Chops Grille℠. 

EXPLORE ONBOARD DINING

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SIPS & SHOWS

The good times don’t end when the sun sets. As evening turns to night, keep the fun going onboard with a wine tasting at Vintages, a visit to the always-buzzing Casino Royale℠, a night at the Royal Theatre, or a little bit of dancing under the stars.

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SET OUT ON BOLD ADVENTURES AND BEYOND

Explore legendary shores on unique itineraries onboard Jewel of the Seas®. Wander up the northeast coast for autumn foliage along the windswept shores of New England  and  Canada . Or Explore the Arctic Circle and beyond for fascinating fjords and aurora skies.

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WANDER FROM THE NORTHEAST

Cross a fall adventure off your bucket list when you set sail on a memory-maxing foliage cruise from  Boston Stroll through the sprawling Boston Common, the oldest city park in the United States. Go lighthouse hopping in Maine. Take on the world-famous Cabot Trail in Nova Scotia. All while enjoying the most beautiful colours Mother Nature has to offer.

EXPLORE NORTHEAST CRUISES

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AN EPIC EURO ADVENTURE

Jewel of the Seas®  brings on the bold with one-of-a-kind itineraries to the Artic Circle and beyond. Plunge into the steamy waters of the Blue Lagoon in    Iceland . Visit the Cliffs of Moher in Ireland . Discover pristine lakes, isolated islands and stunning fjords in Norway. Kickstart your adventure from    Amsterdam  and max out scenery scoping from one gorgeous location to another.

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  • Hot Tubs (3)
  • RC Online *
  • Rock Climbing Wall
  • Running Track
  • Scavenger Hunts
  • Sports Court
  • Sports Deck
  • Sports Tournament
  • Video Arcade *
  • Vitality At Sea Fitness Center
  • Vitality At Sea Spa *
  • Wine Tasting *
  • Waterslides
  • Adventure Ocean
  • Fuel Teen Disco
  • Casino Royale *
  • Coral Theatre
  • Deck Parties
  • Demonstrations
  • Game Broadcasts
  • Movie Screen
  • Poolside Movies
  • Serengeti Card Club
  • The Game Reserves
  • The Safari Club
  • Vortex Nightclub
  • Wellness Lectures
  • Shoreside Dining Room - American
  • Tides Dining Room - American
  • Izumi - Asian *
  • Lobby Bar - Atrium Bar *
  • The Pit Stop - Casino Bar *
  • Windjammer Café - Casual
  • Windjammer Outdoor - Casual
  • The Congo Bar - Clubby Bar *
  • Zanzibar Lounge - Clubby Bar *
  • Café Latté-tudes - Coffee Bar *
  • Viking Crown Lounge - Iconic Bar *
  • Giovanni's Table - italian *
  • Schooner Bar - Nautical bar *
  • Pool Bar - Pool Bar *
  • Sky Bar - Pool Bar *
  • Solarium Bar - Pool Bar *
  • Chops Grille - Steakhouse *
  • Vintages - Wine Bar *
  • Excellent 48
  • Very Good 41
  • Terrible 20
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  • English ( 145 )
  • Spanish ( 3 )
  • French ( 2 )

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    Editor Rating. 3.5. Average. Overall. Sarah Holt. Contributor. Jewel of the Seas made its debut in spring 2004. Measuring 90,090 tons and carrying a maximum of 2,700-plus passengers, it was the ...

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    Ship: Jewel of the Seas. Jewel of the Seas is beautiful from the outside but needs many updated inside. Staterooms were overvalued, fixtures falling apart, lack of cleanliness (which is to be home for a week), food is underwhelming although service provided by food and beverage were good. Read full review.

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    Jewel of the Seas is a Radiance-class ship from Royal Caribbean offering a unique cruising experience. It blends traditional cruise favorites such as extravagant stage shows with Royal Caribbean's signature innovations, including a 40-foot rock-climbing wall.There is ample opportunity for active cruisers to work out under the sun with the sports courts and upper-deck jogging track.

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    Singles/Friends 13.7 %. Families w/older children 12.3 %. Groups 6.8 %. Families w/young children 5.6 %. Most Recent Reviews. Another wonderful trip to the Caribbean! Apr 8th, 2024. Overall was a ...

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    7 Night Southern Caribbean (San Juan Roundtrip) Sail date: January 20, 2024. Ship: Jewel of the Seas. Cabin type: Suite. Cabin number: 1042. Traveled as: Couple. Reviewed: 2 months ago. Five ports in seven days, but enjoyable. First time in a Junior Suite, which was nice but only because we found a good deal.

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    Wander to the world's most captivating destinations onboard Jewel of the Seas®. Between scenery scoping and memory making, you'll have the time of your life while sailing from one breathtaking location to another. Reach new heights with thrilling rock climbing. Watch showstopping entertainment and stellar Broadway musical productions.

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    Jewel Of The Seas current cruise is 15 days, one-way from Fort Lauderdale to Southampton . The itinerary starts on 05 Apr, 2024 and ends on 20 Apr, 2024 . Date / Time. Port. 05 Apr 16:00. Departing from Fort Lauderdale, Port Everglades, Florida hotels. 06 Apr 08:00 - 16:00. Coco Cay, Bahamas, Royal Caribbean. 14 Apr 09:00 - 16:00.

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    Not bad for the price paid, May 23, 2011. Reviewer: ted3000. Pros: Nice clean ship, good A/C and noise suppression between cabins. Cons: Service in dining room and food in dining room, extra charge attempts. Date of cruise: May 6, 2011. Departure port: Fort Lauderdale. Region visited: Transoceanic.

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    Age and Pregnancy Restrictions. Minimum age to sail: Infants must be at least 6 months old in order to be eligible for travel. Pregnancy Restrictions: Royal Caribbean International cannot accept guests who will have entered their 24th week of pregnancy by the beginning of, or at any time during the cruise or cruisetour. A physician's 'Fit to Travel' note is required prior to sailing, stating ...

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    Michelle C wrote a review Apr 12. Colorado Springs, Colorado 68 contributions 23 helpful votes. Spring Break. My family spent a week on Jewel of the Seas. Our room was outdated, with literally no sound-proofing. The balcony cabin was under the fitness center. It was awful. No USB ports. Very few outlets.

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    6 Night Western Caribbean (Miami Roundtrip) Sail date: March 06, 2022. Ship: Jewel of the Seas. Cabin type: Balcony. Cabin number: 7588. Traveled as: Couple. Reviewed: 2 years ago. Possibly because of the long downtime due to Covid, Royal Caribbean has not bounced back to the previous RCCL we knew and loved. The shoreside crew was incompetent ...

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    Sail date: April 23, 2022. Ship: Jewel of the Seas. Cabin number: 8666. Traveled as: Family (older children) Reviewed: 11 months ago. On our triple play excursion, I fell over on the tandem bike which could have been avoided if Irving the tour guide was able to help and assist me with the bike ride. In the beginning, before we rode off on the ...

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    Verified Review. 12 Night Iceland & Ireland (Amsterdam Roundtrip) Sail date: May 27, 2022. Ship: Jewel of the Seas. Cabin type: Inside. Cabin number: 9611. Traveled as: Couple. Reviewed: 1 year ago. Overall, we loved this cruise. as I mentioned earlier, this one was all about the ports for us.

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