Jewel of the Seas itinerary map for May 23, 2026 (7 nights)
Jewel of the Seas itinerary map for May 23, 2026 (7 nights)
7 nights · 4 ports
Round-trip · Colon, Panama
Royal CaribbeanJewel of the Seas

Jewel of the Seas
May 23, 2026

7-Night Southern Caribbean aboard Jewel of the Seas · Departing May 23, 2026 from the Port of Colon, Panama.

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// AT A GLANCE

This 7-night cruise aboard the Jewel of the Seas departs from Colon, Panama on Saturday, May 23, 2026 and returns on Saturday, May 30th. May weather across this route averages 88°/78°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 6.8 out of 10 — Colon (5.4), Cartagena (5.6), Oranjestad (8.0), Willemstad (8.0).

ITINERARY SAFETY SCORE
6.8OUT OF 10
MODERATE TIER
Safer than 68% of all cruises
Ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
FULL BREAKDOWN →
01
7
night cruise
Sat → Sat
02
Colon
departure port
Panama
03
4
port stops
Caribbean
04
3
sea days
Day 3
// ON THIS PAGE08 SECTIONS
03Itinerary map↓04Cruise ports↓05Weather↓06Shore excursions↓07Safety score↓08Cruise ship↓09Cruise director↓10FAQ↓
// 02 · CRUISE PRICE

Jewel of the Seas May 23, 2026 Price & Tracking

JEWEL OF THE SEAS·MAY 23, 2026

The graph below tracks historic price of the Jewel of the Seas cruise ship departing May 23, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $944 ($135 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $875 ($125 per night), this represents a recent increase of 8%.

Jewel of the Seas cruise departing May 23, 2026 — 7-night itinerary. Current Inside Cabin price: $944 ($135 per night). Average price: $875.

// PRICE HISTORY · INSIDE
Last 6 months · refreshes daily
This cabin
Avg $868
LIVE RATE
INSIDE CABIN
Jewel of the Seas · May 23, 2026
$944
$135 per night · 7 nights
↑
9% above average
Avg $868

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// 03 · ITINERARY

7 Night Southern Caribbean (Colon Roundtrip) Cruise Map

Interactive Itinerary MapMAY 23, 2026
The Jewel of the Seas sails on May 23, 2026 for a 7 Night Southern Caribbean (Colon Roundtrip) (Colon Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Colon, Panama at 4:00 PM and will return to the port of Colon, Panama on May 30th at 7:00 AM. During the 8-day journey, the Jewel of the Seas will visit 3 additional ports and will spend 3 days at sea.
// CRUISE PORT SCHEDULE
Jewel of the Seas
MAY 23, 2026
8 STOPSSCROLL FOR ALL ↓
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7 NIGHTS · 3 PORTS
ROUND-TRIP · COLON
// 04 · PORTS

7 Night Southern Caribbean (Colon Roundtrip) Port List

Jewel of the Seas·May 23, 2026
Colon, Panama — Day 1 of Jewel of the Seas May 23, 2026 cruise
DAY
1
EMBARKATION
SATURDAY·MAY 23

Colon

Panama
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
—
4:00 PM

Colón, Panama, offers docking at Colón Port. Travelers explore Gatun Locks and Fort San Lorenzo. Excursions include Emberá village tours. Local markets sell sancocho. The peak season, December to April, brings dry weather for coastal tours. Photography captures canal locks and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes arroz con pollo, a Panamanian favorite. Souvenirs, like molas, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Kuna history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance jungle walks. Colón’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Panamanian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of canal engineering and indigenous heritage, making Colón an engaging destination for exploration.

MAY FORECAST
82°F avg · Avg
Cartagena, Colombia — Day 2 of Jewel of the Seas May 23, 2026 cruise
DAY
2
PORT 1
SUNDAY·MAY 24

Cartagena

Colombia
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
9:00 AM
6:00 PM

Cartagena, Colombia, offers docking at Cartagena Port. Travelers explore San Felipe Castle and Old Town’s colorful streets. Excursions include Rosario Islands snorkeling. Local markets sell arepas. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial walls and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes sancocho, a Colombian favorite. Souvenirs, like emerald crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Spanish colonial history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Cartagena’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Colombian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic fortresses and scenic islands, making Cartagena an engaging destination for exploration.

MAY FORECAST
84°F avg · Avg
Oranjestad, Aruba — Day 4 of Jewel of the Seas May 23, 2026 cruise
DAY
4
PORT 3
TUESDAY·MAY 26

Oranjestad

Aruba
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
8:00 AM
11:00 PM

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.

MAY FORECAST
82°F avg · Avg
Willemstad, Curacao — Day 5 of Jewel of the Seas May 23, 2026 cruise
DAY
5
PORT 4
WEDNESDAY·MAY 27

Willemstad

Curacao
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
8:00 AM
6:00 PM

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.

MAY FORECAST
82°F avg · Avg
// 05 · WEATHER

7 Night Southern Caribbean (Colon Roundtrip) Weather Forecast

Jewel of the Seas·May 23, 2026
MAY FORECAST · COLON
Historical monthly averages for travelers visiting this port.
82°
AVG · °F
Mostly sunny days
AVG HIGH
87°
AVG LOW
77°
AVG RAINFALL
10.6"
Source: 30-year historical climate averages via Open-Meteo
// YEAR-ROUND AT COLON
Average monthly temperature and rainfall. Your sail month is highlighted.
AVG TEMP °FRAINFALL IN
82°JANFEBMARAPRMAYJUNJULAUGSEPOCTNOVDEC12-MONTH AVERAGE · DATA: 30-YEAR HISTORICAL
// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS

Jewel of the Seas May 23, 2026 Excursions

Jewel of the Seas·May 23, 2026

From beach breaks and snorkeling to local food tours and cultural landmarks, these shore excursions help you make the most of every stop. Browse by port below to compare top-rated options and plan your day before you board.

// BROWSE BY PORT
EMBEDDED · POWERED BY VIATOR

Browse shore excursions for each port on this Jewel of the Seas itinerary. Tours, activities, and transfers are provided by Viator.

Pricing & availability provided by Viator. Book directly from listing.
See all Colon excursions
// 07 · SAFETY SCORE

Itinerary Safety Score

7 Night Southern Caribbean (Colon Roundtrip)

Based on 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.

ITINERARY AVERAGE
MODERATE TIER
0OUT OF 100
LOWHIGH
Safer than 68% of all cruises
6.8/10 itinerary average · ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
// HOW WE SCORE
Four signals, weighted by recency.

Scores combine recent crime reports, government travel advisories, Global Peace Index rankings, and port-specific security incidents. Refreshed monthly.

8.0 – 10.0
Safe — Low-risk; standard precautions apply.
6.5 – 7.9
Moderate — Generally safe with normal vigilance.
5.0 – 6.4
Caution — Stay alert; avoid certain areas after dark.
0 – 4.9
High caution — Significant risk; book guided excursions.
REFRESHED MONTHLY
// PORT-BY-PORT BREAKDOWN04 PORTS
01

Colon 🇵🇦

Panama · PanamaCAUTION

Travelers in Colon, Panama, should stay vigilant against crime, avoid less populated areas, and consider organized tours for safety.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
02

Cartagena 🇨🇴

Colombia · ColombiaCAUTION

Travelers in Cartagena should stay vigilant, avoid displaying valuables, and consider organized tours to minimize risks of petty crime.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
03

Oranjestad 🌍

Aruba · Netherlands AntillesSAFE

Oranjestad is a safe cruise destination, but travelers should remain vigilant in crowded areas to avoid petty theft.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
04

Willemstad 🌍

Curacao · Netherlands AntillesSAFE

Willemstad is generally safe for tourists, but they should remain vigilant in crowded areas to avoid petty theft and opportunistic crime.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
// 08 · CRUISE SHIP

Jewel of the Seas Ship Overview

Specs & DetailsROYAL CARIBBEAN
Jewel of the Seas
ROYAL CARIBBEAN · RADIANCE
CHRISTENED
2004
STATEROOMS
1,097
TONNAGE
90,090GT
44.7% BELOW AVG· vs avg 162,993 GT
YEAR BUILT
2004
6 YEARS OLDER· vs avg 2010
LENGTH
962ft
11.3% BELOW AVG· vs avg 1,085 ft
PASSENGER COUNT
2,110cruisers
49.6% BELOW AVG· vs avg 4,184 cruisers
// ABOUT THE SHIP

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 in length. Jewel of the Seas is included in Royal Caribbean's Radiance class. At full capacity, the Jewel of the Seas holds 2,110 passengers. That includes 1,258 cruise vacationers and 852 staff members. The Jewel of the Seas total number of staterooms is 1,097.

// INSIDE THE FULL SHIP PAGE
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// 09 · CRUISE DIRECTOR

Cruise Director

On duty at sail date·May 23, 2026
Bern Fernandes — cruise director
ON STAGE
CRUISE DIRECTOR · JEWEL OF THE SEAS

Bern Fernandes

From Brazil🇧🇷

Bern Fernandes is a cruise director working with Royal Caribbean International, currently serving aboard the Jewel of the Seas. Bern has over 15 years of international experience in large tourism and entertainment companies, specializing in planning and executing activities.

CONTRACT
JEWEL OF THE SEAS
YOUR SAIL · MAY 23, 2026
STARTS
Apr 1, 2026
ENDS
May 31, 2026
// 10 · FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

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