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Jewel of the Seas

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Jewel of the Seas, one of Royal Caribbean's Radiance-class ships, combines sleek swiftness, panoramic vistas and wide-open spaces for a luxurious cruise getaway. With acres of glass throughout and elevators facing the sea, every view is picture-worthy. Bask…

  • 2,112guests
  • 90,090gross tons
  • 42cruises now
  • $298fares from

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Jewel of the Seas in Oslo, Norway. Frommers says the ship offers "classic nautical profiles and interior decor" as well as features Royal Caribbean is known for, such as rock climbing and miniature golf.

At a glance

Jewel of the Seas is a large-size cruise ship operated by Royal Caribbean, in service since 2004. It carries 2,112 guests and 859 crew (2.5 guests per crew member) at 90,090 gross tons. It is the 26th largest of 29 Royal Caribbean ships by guest capacity. On Cruiseable's Bliss scale it scores highest for family friendly, spa & fitness and staterooms (8/10) and lowest for adventure & nature, cultural and romantic (4/10). It is rated 3 out of 5 by Cruiseable, 4 out of 5 by Conde Nast, 3.5 out of 5 by Berlitz and 5 out of 5 by Cruise Critic. It has 42 cruises on sale, with lead fares from $298 to $1,246. 11 of its upcoming sailings dropped in price since the previous weekly fare check.

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Specs

Cruiseable
3 / 5
Conde Nast
4 / 5
Berlitz
3.5 / 5
Cruise Critic
5 / 5
Guests
2,112
Crew
859
Gross tons
90,090
Decks
13
Length
962 ft
Beam
106 ft
Maiden voyage
2004
Launched
2004
Refurbished
2021
Space ratio
2.5
Gross tons per guest
Guests per crew
2.5
Speed (mph)
29
IMO
9228356

Bliss scores

What Jewel of the Seas is best at

Ten dimensions scored by our editors on a 10-point scale. The Cruiseable app ranks every cruise against the mix you care about.

  1. Active 7.0
  2. Adventure and nature 4.0
  3. Cultural 4.0
  4. Dining 6.0
  5. Entertainment 7.4
  6. Family friendly 8.0
  7. Party 5.5
  8. Romantic 4.0
  9. Spa and fitness 8.0
  10. Staterooms 8.0

Our review

Jewel of the Seas: A midsize ship with room to enjoy

 Jewel of the Seas, one of Royal Caribbean's Radiance-class ships, underwent a $30 million upgrade in 2016 and another dry dock in July 2021, emerging with a fresh sheen. With acres of glass throughout and elevators facing the sea, every view on the ship is picture-worthy. Bask at the tranquil Solarium pool, recharge at Vitality Spa or reach new heights on the rock-climbing wall. When the sun goes down, the night heats up with Broadway-style shows, gaming in Casino Royale, plus 16 bars and lounges. 

It's worth pointing out that with 2,100 passengers and a gross tonnage of 90,000, Jewel of the Seas is less than half the size of some of Royal's recent megaships. 

Who will like sailing on Jewel of the Seas

Cruise passengers looking to relax and get away will enjoy the Jewel of the Seas experience. With more than 100 spa treatments in the Vitality Spa and adults-only swimming pools in Solarium, Jewel of the Seas gives adults a reason to indulge, while an abundance of children's programs are available to entertain the kids.

Where Jewel of the Seas sails

Jewel of the Seas travels far afield, offering cruises to the Eastern and Western Caribbean, the Mediterranean, Greek islands, Northern Europe and more.

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The Solarium aboard Jewel of the Seas boasts an Asian-inspired fantasy design featuring a large pool, two whirlpools, deck lounge chairs and a bar and cafe.
The Solarium aboard Jewel of the Seas boasts an Asian-inspired fantasy design featuring a large pool, two whirlpools, deck lounge chairs and a bar and cafe. Courtesy of Royal Caribbean International

Top dining options

  • Main Dining Room: features complimentary, multicourse dining for breakfast, lunch and dinner
  • Portofino: an Italian restaurant, where for one low cover charge allows guests to choose any items off the menu (from appetizers to dessert)
  • Chops Grille: a steakhouse that also requires one low cover charge
  • Café Latte-tudes: a specialty coffee house
  • Chef’s Table: an intimate dining experience with the chef
  • Izumi:Asian-fusion cuisine, featuring a la carte sushi selections
  • More complimentary options including Windjammer Cafe, Park Cafe and Seaview Cafe
  • Room service: Late-night service charge applies to room service orders between midnight and 5:00 am

Kids & families

  • Complimentary Adventure Ocean Youth Program
  • Royal Babies & Tots Nursery
  • Royal Babies and Royal Tots programming featuring specially designed Fisher Price activities
  • Teen lounge areas and disco
  • Adventure Beach kids' pool with waterslide
  • Family-friendly activities including games, contests, enrichment classes and lectures
Sip champagne at Jewel of the Seas' classy Champagne Bar.
Sip champagne at Jewel of the Seas' classy Champagne Bar. Michel Verdure / Courtesy of Royal Caribbean International

Action & adventure

  • Rock-climbing wall
  • Mini-golf course
  • Basketball court
  • Jogging track
  • Video game arcade

Rest & relaxation

  • Three pools including the Solarium, an adults-only retreat
  • Three whirlpools
  • Vitality Spa with an extensive treatment menu and a thermal suite
  • State-of-the-art fitness center, with classes like yoga and Pilates
  • Library and Card Room

Entertainment & shopping

  • Complimentary Broadway-style entertainment in the three-story Main Theater
  • 6,459-square-foot Vegas-style Casino Royale with 12 tables and 195 slots
  • 16 bars, clubs and lounges that never have a cover and include The Safari Club with self-leveling pool tables, Scoreboard Sports Bar and the Schooner Bar
  • Duty-free shops on board featuring name-brand jewelry, perfumes, apparel and more

 

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On board highlights

Dining

Where to eat on Jewel of the Seas

  • Main Dining Room
    Main Dining Room Continental · Breakfast, lunch & dinner
    No additional cost
  • Chops Grille
    Chops Grille Steak & seafood · Dinner
    Additional cost
  • Portofino
    Portofino Italian · Dinner
    Additional cost

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Inside and out

Destinations 8

  • The famed Barbary Macaques make themselves seen on the Rock of Gibraltar.
    The famed Barbary Macaques make themselves seen on the Rock of Gibraltar.
  • The Gibraltar Airport stands in the shadow of the Rock.
    The Gibraltar Airport stands in the shadow of the Rock.
  • St. Michael's Cave is the most visited of the more than 150 caves in Gibraltar.
    St. Michael's Cave is the most visited of the more than 150 caves in Gibraltar.
  • Moorish fortifications in Gibraltar signal the contested nature of the region over the centuries.
    Moorish fortifications in Gibraltar signal the contested nature of the region over the centuries.
  • Visitors to Gibraltar can take the cable car to the Top of the Rock.
    Visitors to Gibraltar can take the cable car to the Top of the Rock.
  • British pageantry on display as the Corps of Drums of the Royal Gibraltar Regiment passes by the Convent.
    British pageantry on display as the Corps of Drums of the Royal Gibraltar Regiment passes by the Convent.
  • The Strait of Gibraltar, separating Africa and Europe, brings visitors from across the globe.
    The Strait of Gibraltar, separating Africa and Europe, brings visitors from across the globe.
  • Stroll through Gibraltar and stop for refreshments at Casemates Square.
    Stroll through Gibraltar and stop for refreshments at Casemates Square.

Dining 12

  • The Windjammer Cafe aboard Jewel of the Seas, outfitted in radiant blue, offers a wide selecton of buffet items.
    The Windjammer Cafe aboard Jewel of the Seas, outfitted in radiant blue, offers a wide selecton of buffet items.
  • The Tides Dining Room aboard Jewel of the Seas is an elegantly decorated two-level main dining area and restaurant.
    The Tides Dining Room aboard Jewel of the Seas is an elegantly decorated two-level main dining area and restaurant.
  • A chocolate-covered strawberry dessert at Chops Grille aboard your Royal Caribbean sailing.
    A chocolate-covered strawberry dessert at Chops Grille aboard your Royal Caribbean sailing.
  • Top off your meal with a decadent chocolate dessert at Chops Grille on your Royal Caribbean cruise.
    Top off your meal with a decadent chocolate dessert at Chops Grille on your Royal Caribbean cruise.
  • A herb-crusted jumbo shrimp entrée at Chops Grille aboard your Royal Caribbean cruise.
    A herb-crusted jumbo shrimp entrée at Chops Grille aboard your Royal Caribbean cruise.
  • Colorful, cool chilled soup provides a refreshing lift-me-up during a Royal Caribbean cruise.
    Colorful, cool chilled soup provides a refreshing lift-me-up during a Royal Caribbean cruise.
  • Pan Seared Sea Scallops and Chorizo, available from the kitchen of your Royal Caribbean ship.
    Pan Seared Sea Scallops and Chorizo, available from the kitchen of your Royal Caribbean ship.
  • Sky High Lemon Meringue Pie, available from the kitchen of your Royal Caribbean ship.
    Sky High Lemon Meringue Pie, available from the kitchen of your Royal Caribbean ship.
  • Potato Leek and Spinach Tower, available from the kitchen of your Royal Caribbean ship.
    Potato Leek and Spinach Tower, available from the kitchen of your Royal Caribbean ship.
  • Fish and Tomato Chowder, a popular soup on Royal Caribbean voyages.
    Fish and Tomato Chowder, a popular soup on Royal Caribbean voyages.
  • Caramel apple pie à la mode, a worthy dessert to top off your day on a Royal Caribbean sailing.
    Caramel apple pie à la mode, a worthy dessert to top off your day on a Royal Caribbean sailing.
  • Head to Chops Grille during your cruise on Jewel of the Seas for one of the most popular restaurants on the ship. Be sure to make your reservations early — ideally before you get aboard.
    Head to Chops Grille during your cruise on Jewel of the Seas for one of the most popular restaurants on the ship. Be sure to make your reservations early — ideally before you get aboard.

On board 11

  • Have a drink or make new friends at the disco-style Vortex Bar aboard Jewel of the Seas.
    Have a drink or make new friends at the disco-style Vortex Bar aboard Jewel of the Seas.
  • Grab a drink and take in the views at the nautical-themed Schooner Bar aboard Jewel of the Seas.
    Grab a drink and take in the views at the nautical-themed Schooner Bar aboard Jewel of the Seas.
  • Jewel of the Seas offers a variety of Broadway-style shows, musicals, acrobatic performances and more in its theater.
    Jewel of the Seas offers a variety of Broadway-style shows, musicals, acrobatic performances and more in its theater.
  • If you're a smoker, head to Jewel of the Seas' Hollywood Odyssey, a cigar lounge with a cozy atmosphere and live entertainment.
    If you're a smoker, head to Jewel of the Seas' Hollywood Odyssey, a cigar lounge with a cozy atmosphere and live entertainment.
  • Challenge a friend to air hockey or play one of the many arcade games in the Ocean Arcade aboard Jewel of the Seas.
    Challenge a friend to air hockey or play one of the many arcade games in the Ocean Arcade aboard Jewel of the Seas.
  • Get refreshed with a dip in one of the three pools aboard Jewel of the Seas.
    Get refreshed with a dip in one of the three pools aboard Jewel of the Seas.
  • Guests staying in suites and Diamond Plus and Pinnacle Club members of the Crown & Anchor Society can take advantage of the Concierge Lounge, equipped with several exclusive features on Jewel of the Seas.
    Guests staying in suites and Diamond Plus and Pinnacle Club members of the Crown & Anchor Society can take advantage of the Concierge Lounge, equipped with several exclusive features on Jewel of the Seas.
  • Watch an amazing production show at the Coral Theater aboard the Jewel of the Seas.
    Watch an amazing production show at the Coral Theater aboard the Jewel of the Seas.
  • Stop by the Safari Club aboard Jewel of the Seas for cocktails and dancing.
    Stop by the Safari Club aboard Jewel of the Seas for cocktails and dancing.
  • Royal Caribbean's fleetwide Adventure Ocean Youth Program and its trained staff offer age-appropriate entertainment and activities for cruisers ages 3 to 17.
    Royal Caribbean's fleetwide Adventure Ocean Youth Program and its trained staff offer age-appropriate entertainment and activities for cruisers ages 3 to 17.
  • Relax at poolside and let your cares slip away during your Royal Caribbean sailing.
    Relax at poolside and let your cares slip away during your Royal Caribbean sailing.

Ship exteriors 1

  • Royal Caribbean's Jewel of the Seas cuddles up to her cousin Liberty of the Seas.
    Royal Caribbean's Jewel of the Seas cuddles up to her cousin Liberty of the Seas.

Staterooms 1

  • The Royal Suite aboard Jewel of the Seas accommodates up to eight people and comes with a private balcony and complimentary concierge service.
    The Royal Suite aboard Jewel of the Seas accommodates up to eight people and comes with a private balcony and complimentary concierge service.

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  • Jewel of the Seas in Oslo, Norway. Frommers says the ship offers "classic nautical profiles and interior decor" as well as features Royal Caribbean is known for, such as rock climbing and miniature golf.
    Jewel of the Seas in Oslo, Norway. Frommers says the ship offers "classic nautical profiles and interior decor" as well as features Royal Caribbean is known for, such as rock climbing and miniature golf.
  • The Solarium aboard Jewel of the Seas boasts an Asian-inspired fantasy design featuring a large pool, two whirlpools, deck lounge chairs and a bar and cafe.
    The Solarium aboard Jewel of the Seas boasts an Asian-inspired fantasy design featuring a large pool, two whirlpools, deck lounge chairs and a bar and cafe.
  • The Centrum aboard Jewel of the Seas, nine decks high, is adorned with fine décor, glass-sided elevators and stairs with a comfy lobby area.
    The Centrum aboard Jewel of the Seas, nine decks high, is adorned with fine décor, glass-sided elevators and stairs with a comfy lobby area.
  • Fun along the beach during a shore excursion in the tropics on a Royal Caribbean cruise.
    Fun along the beach during a shore excursion in the tropics on a Royal Caribbean cruise.
  • Grab a drink or snack, watch your choice of sports on TV, and relax at the Nascar-themed Pit Stop Sports Bar aboard Jewel of the Seas.
    Grab a drink or snack, watch your choice of sports on TV, and relax at the Nascar-themed Pit Stop Sports Bar aboard Jewel of the Seas.
  • Step into Casino Royale aboard Jewel of the Seas and try your luck at several slot machines and card table games.
    Step into Casino Royale aboard Jewel of the Seas and try your luck at several slot machines and card table games.
  • Sip champagne at Jewel of the Seas' classy Champagne Bar.
    Sip champagne at Jewel of the Seas' classy Champagne Bar.
  • Tides, the main dining room on Jewel of the Seas, is decorated with large curtain-clad pillars that give it the look of great ocean liners of generations past and present.
    Tides, the main dining room on Jewel of the Seas, is decorated with large curtain-clad pillars that give it the look of great ocean liners of generations past and present.
  • The Oceanview Stateroom on Jewel of the Seas offers guests two twin beds that convert to a Royal King-size bed, a sitting area, television and private bathroom.
    The Oceanview Stateroom on Jewel of the Seas offers guests two twin beds that convert to a Royal King-size bed, a sitting area, television and private bathroom.

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  24. 4 Night Bahamas Getaway 4 nights · from Ft. Lauderdale Next Nov 29, 2027 3 dates from $414
  25. 4 Night Key West and Bahamas Getaway 4 nights · from Ft. Lauderdale Next Dec 13, 2027 2 dates from $441
  26. 3 Night Bahamas Getaway Holiday 3 nights · from Ft. Lauderdale Next Dec 24, 2027 from $524
  27. 3 Night Key West and Bahamas Getaway 3 nights · from Ft. Lauderdale Next Dec 27, 2027 from $476
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