Norwegian Jewel - 12/26/2025
The December 26, 2025 cruise on the Norwegian Jewel departs from Tampa, Florida. On this 9 Night Caribbean: Dominican Republic & Grand Cayman (Tampa Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 5 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Norwegian Jewel sets sail on Friday, Dec 26th and returns on Sunday, Jan 4th.
Cruise Pricing
The graph below tracks historic price of the Norwegian Jewel cruise ship departing December 26, 2025. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,477 ($165 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,402 ($156 per night), this represents a recent increase of 5%.
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Cruise Itinerary
Itinerary
Norwegian Jewel - December 26, 2025 - 9 Nights
| Day | Date | Port |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dec 25th | Tampa, Florida |
| 2 | Dec 26th | At Sea |
| 3 | Dec 28th | George Town, Grand Cayman |
| 4 | Dec 29th | Ocho Rios, Jamaica |
| 5 | Dec 29th | At Sea |
| 6 | Dec 31st | Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic |
| 7 | Dec 31st | At Sea |
| 8 | Jan 2nd | Great Stirrup Cay (Cruise Line Private Island), Bahamas |
| 9 | Jan 2nd | At Sea |
| 10 | Jan 4th | Tampa, Florida |
The Norwegian Jewel sails on December 26, 2025 for a 9 Night Caribbean: Dominican Republic & Grand Cayman (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 Jan 4th at 6:00 AM. During the 10-day journey, the Norwegian Jewel will visit 4 additional ports and will spend 4 days at sea.
Itinerary Safety Score
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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 Norwegianâs 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
To see how this compares, click through to see Norwegian Jewel age and stats vs all Norwegian ships. There youâll find graphs showing length, capacity, tonnage and more for this ship vs all in the fleet.
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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. Tampaâs 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)
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 Townâs 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)
Ocho Rios, Jamaica, offers docking at Ocho Rios Port. Travelers explore Dunnâs River Falls and Mystic Mountain. Excursions include bobsledding and ziplining. Local markets sell jerk chicken. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures waterfalls and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes ackee and saltfish, a Jamaican favorite. Souvenirs, like reggae crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Taino history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance waterfall climbs. Ocho Riosâ adventurous allure offers a vibrant Jamaican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of natural wonders and thrilling activities, making Ocho Rios 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!
Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic, provides docking at Puerto Plata Port. Travelers explore Amber Museum and Mount Isabel de Torres. Excursions include snorkeling at SosĂșa 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 Plataâs 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.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Great Stirrup Cay, Bahamas (Cruise Line Private Island), offers docking at a private port. Travelers explore Bertramâs Cove and cabana areas. Excursions include snorkeling at coral reefs. Local markets sell conch fritters. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for island tours. Photography captures palm-lined beaches and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes cracked conch, a Bahamian favorite. Souvenirs, like shell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Lucayan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Great Stirrup Cayâs island allure offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of serene beaches and marine activities, making Great Stirrup Cay 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. Tampaâs 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)