Jewel of the Seas - 12/20/2025
The December 20, 2025 cruise on the Jewel of the Seas departs from San Juan, Puerto Rico. On this 7 Night Southern Caribbean Holiday (San Juan Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 6 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Jewel of the Seas sets sail on Saturday, Dec 20th and returns on Saturday, Dec 27th.
Cruise Pricing
The graph below tracks historic price of the Jewel of the Seas cruise ship departing December 20, 2025. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $970 ($139 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $929 ($133 per night), this represents a recent increase of 4%.
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Cruise Itinerary
Itinerary
Jewel of the Seas - December 20, 2025 - 7 Nights
| Day | Date | Port |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dec 19th | San Juan, Puerto Rico |
| 2 | Dec 21st | Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas |
| 3 | Dec 22nd | Philipsburg, St. Maarten |
| 4 | Dec 23rd | Frederiksted, St. Croix, U.S.V.I. |
| 5 | Dec 24th | Roseau, Dominica |
| 6 | Dec 25th | Bridgetown, Barbados |
| 7 | Dec 25th | At Sea |
| 8 | Dec 27th | San Juan, Puerto Rico |
The Jewel of the Seas sails on December 20, 2025 for a 7 Night Southern Caribbean Holiday (San Juan Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of San Juan, Puerto Rico at 7:00 PM and will return to the port of San Juan, Puerto Rico on Dec 27th at 5:00 AM. During the 8-day journey, the Jewel of the Seas will visit 5 additional ports and will spend 1 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
Jewel of the Seas
JEWEL OF THE SEAS SIZE
The Jewel of the Seas has a construction date of 2004 and a total size of 90,090 gross tons. The ship measures 962 feet (293 meters) in length. Jewel of the Seas is included in Royal Caribbean’s Radiance Class. At full capacity, the Jewel of the Seas holds 2,969 passengers. That includes 2,110 cruise vacationers and 859 staff members. The Jewel of the Seas total number of staterooms is 1,097.
Jewel of the Seas Size & Stats
- Gross Tonnage:90,090 GT
- Length:962 ft (293 m)
- Beam:106 ft (32 m)
- Draft:29 ft (9 m)
- Max Speed:25 mph (22 kn)
- Year Built:2004
- Years Served:2004 - Present
- Capacity:2,110
- Crew Members:859
- Total on Board:2,969
- Total Staterooms:1,097
- Flagged Country:Bahamas
- Ship Cost:350 Million
- Status:active
To see how this compares, click through to see Jewel of the Seas age and stats vs all Royal Caribbean ships. There you’ll find graphs showing length, capacity, tonnage and more for this ship vs all in the fleet.
To check out the ship from top to bottom, click here for Jewel of the Seas Deck Plans.
Cruise Ports
San Juan, Puerto Rico, offers docking at Old San Juan Port. Travelers explore El Morro Fortress and Old San Juan’s colorful streets. Excursions visit El Yunque Rainforest. Local markets sell mofongo. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial forts and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes arroz con gandules, a Puerto Rican favorite. Souvenirs, like salsa crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Taíno history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. San Juan’s cultural charm offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic forts and lush rainforests, making San Juan an engaging destination. (126 words)
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)
Philipsburg, St. Maarten, offers docking at Philipsburg Port. Travelers explore Front Street and Maho Beach. Excursions include snorkeling at Cupecoy Bay. Local markets sell guavaberry liqueur. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures plane landings and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes callaloo soup, a St. Maarten favorite. Souvenirs, like Dutch 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. Philipsburg’s vibrant charm offers a lively stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of bustling markets and scenic beaches, making Philipsburg an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)
Frederiksted, St. Croix, U.S.V.I., offers docking at Frederiksted Port. Travelers explore Fort Frederik and Rainbow Beach. Excursions include snorkeling at Buck Island. Local markets sell callaloo. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial buildings and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes fungi, a Virgin Islands favorite. Souvenirs, like shell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Danish history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Frederiksted’s coastal charm offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic forts and scenic beaches, making Frederiksted an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)
Roseau, Dominica, offers docking at Roseau Port. Travelers explore Trafalgar Falls and Morne Trois Pitons. Excursions include snorkeling at Champagne Reef. Local markets sell callaloo soup. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures rainforests and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes mountain chicken, a Dominican favorite. Souvenirs, like basket crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Carib history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance waterfall hikes. Roseau’s natural charm offers a vibrant Dominican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of lush rainforests and marine adventures, making Roseau an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)
Bridgetown, Barbados, offers docking at Bridgetown Port. Travelers explore Harrison’s Cave and Bathsheba Beach. Excursions include snorkeling at Carlisle Bay. Local markets sell flying fish cutters. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures limestone caves and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes cou-cou, a Bajan favorite. Souvenirs, like rum crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Bajan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Bridgetown’s vibrant charm offers a lively Barbadian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of natural wonders and scenic beaches, making Bridgetown 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!
San Juan, Puerto Rico, offers docking at Old San Juan Port. Travelers explore El Morro Fortress and Old San Juan’s colorful streets. Excursions visit El Yunque Rainforest. Local markets sell mofongo. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial forts and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes arroz con gandules, a Puerto Rican favorite. Souvenirs, like salsa crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Taíno history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. San Juan’s cultural charm offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic forts and lush rainforests, making San Juan an engaging destination. (126 words)