Norwegian Jewel - 12/12/2024
The December 12, 2024 cruise on the Norwegian Jewel departs from Tampa, Florida. On this 11 Night Caribbean: Curacao Aruba & Dominican Republic (Tampa Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 8 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Norwegian Jewel sets sail on Thursday, Dec 12th and returns on Monday, Dec 23rd.
Cruise Pricing
The graph below tracks historic price of the Norwegian Jewel cruise ship departing December 12, 2024. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $600 ($55 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $888 ($81 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 32%.
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Cruise Itinerary
Itinerary
Norwegian Jewel - December 12, 2024 - 11 Nights
| Day | Date | Port |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dec 11th | Tampa, Florida |
| 2 | Dec 13th | Key West, Florida |
| 3 | Dec 13th | At Sea |
| 4 | Dec 15th | Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic |
| 5 | Dec 16th | Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas |
| 6 | Dec 17th | Catalina Island (isla Catalina), Dominican Republic |
| 7 | Dec 18th | Oranjestad, Aruba |
| 8 | Dec 19th | Willemstad, Curacao |
| 9 | Dec 19th | At Sea |
| 10 | Dec 21st | George Town, Grand Cayman |
| 11 | Dec 21st | At Sea |
| 12 | Dec 23rd | Tampa, Florida |
The Norwegian Jewel sails on December 12, 2024 for a 11 Night Caribbean: Curacao Aruba & Dominican Republic (Tampa Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Tampa, Florida at 3:00 PM and will return to the port of Tampa, Florida on Dec 23rd at 7:30 AM. During the 12-day journey, the Norwegian Jewel will visit 7 additional ports and will spend 3 days at sea.
Itinerary Safety Score
Based on my comprehensive research of cruise port safety information, including recent crime reports, travel advisories, Global Peace Index rankings, and specific port security concerns, we've created a "safety score" for each cruise port stop. The overall rating below represents a combined score for your specific cruise itinerary.
Cruise Ship
Norwegian Jewel
NORWEGIAN JEWEL SIZE
The Jewel has a construction date of 2005 and a total size of 93,502 gross tons. The ship measures 965 feet (294 meters) in length. Norwegian Jewel is included in Norwegian’s Jewel Class. At full capacity, the Norwegian Jewel holds 3,445 passengers. That includes 2,376 cruise vacationers and 1,069 staff members. The Jewel total number of staterooms is 1,190.
Norwegian Jewel Size & Stats
- Gross Tonnage:93,502 GT
- Length:965 ft (294 m)
- Beam:125 ft (38 m)
- Draft:28 ft (9 m)
- Max Speed:30 mph (26 kn)
- Year Built:2005
- Years Served:2005 - Present
- Capacity:2,376
- Crew Members:1,069
- Total on Board:3,445
- Total Staterooms:1,190
- Flagged Country:Bahamas
- Ship Cost:390 Million
- Status:active
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Cruise Ports
Tampa, Florida, offers docking at Port Tampa Bay. Travelers explore Ybor City and Tampa Riverwalk. Excursions include manatee tours at Crystal River. Local markets sell Cuban sandwiches. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures historic cigar factories and Gulf vistas. Dining onboard includes grouper, a Floridian favorite. Souvenirs, like seashell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Seminole history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Tampa’s cultural charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic districts and scenic waterways, making Tampa an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)
Key West, Florida, offers docking at Mallory Square Port. Travelers explore Duval Street and Hemingway House. Excursions include snorkeling at Dry Tortugas. Local markets sell key lime pie. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colorful homes and Gulf vistas. Dining onboard includes conch fritters, a Floridian favorite. Souvenirs, like seashell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Conch Republic history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Key West’s vibrant charm offers a lively American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of literary history and scenic coasts, making Key West an engaging destination. (126 words)
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic, provides docking at Puerto Plata Port. Travelers explore Amber Museum and Mount Isabel de Torres. Excursions include snorkeling at Sosúa Beach. Local markets sell mangu. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial forts and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes sancocho, a Dominican favorite. Souvenirs, like amber jewelry, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Taino history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance beach exploration. Puerto Plata’s vibrant charm offers a dynamic Dominican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic sites, scenic beaches, and Caribbean culture, making Puerto Plata an engaging destination for exploration.
Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas, offers docking at Havensight Port. Travelers explore Blackbeard’s Castle and Magens Bay. Excursions include snorkeling at Coki Beach. Local markets sell callaloo. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures pirate history and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes fungi, a Virgin Islands favorite. Souvenirs, like shell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Danish colonial history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Charlotte Amalie’s historic charm offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of scenic beaches and cultural landmarks, making St. Thomas an engaging destination. (126 words)
Catalina Island (Isla Catalina), Dominican Republic, anchors offshore with zodiacs to the beach, a nature reserve. Travelers snorkel The Wall for coral drop-offs. No facilities; provisions from ship. Peak season December to April; boats from La Romana 20 USD. Photography captures sea fans. Dining limited to ship; local sancocho offered. Souvenirs include larimar pendants. Briefings stress reef protection.
Oranjestad, Aruba, offers docking at Oranjestad Port. Travelers explore Arikok National Park and California Lighthouse. Excursions include snorkeling at Baby Beach. Local markets sell keshi yena. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures cacti landscapes and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes funchi, an Aruban favorite. Souvenirs, like aloe crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Arawak history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Oranjestad’s vibrant charm offers a lively Aruban stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of natural parks and scenic beaches, making Oranjestad an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)
Willemstad, Curaçao, offers docking at Willemstad Port. Travelers explore Queen Emma Bridge and Punda’s colorful buildings. Excursions include snorkeling at Tugboat Beach. Local markets sell keshi yena. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Dutch architecture and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes stobá, a Curaçaoan favorite. Souvenirs, like blue curaçao crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Antillean history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Willemstad’s vibrant charm offers a lively Curaçaoan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of colonial heritage and marine adventures, making Willemstad an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
George Town, Grand Cayman, offers docking at George Town Port. Travelers explore Seven Mile Beach and Stingray City. Excursions include snorkeling at Coral Gardens. Local markets sell jerk chicken. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures turquoise waters and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes conch chowder, a Caymanian favorite. Souvenirs, like turtle crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Taino history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. George Town’s coastal allure offers a vibrant Cayman stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of pristine beaches and marine adventures, making George Town an engaging destination. (126 words)
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Tampa, Florida, offers docking at Port Tampa Bay. Travelers explore Ybor City and Tampa Riverwalk. Excursions include manatee tours at Crystal River. Local markets sell Cuban sandwiches. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures historic cigar factories and Gulf vistas. Dining onboard includes grouper, a Floridian favorite. Souvenirs, like seashell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Seminole history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Tampa’s cultural charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic districts and scenic waterways, making Tampa an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)