Jewel of the Seas - 12/20/2026
The December 20, 2026 cruise on the Jewel of the Seas departs from Cartagena, Colombia. On this 7 Night Southern Caribbean Holiday (Cartagena Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 4 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Jewel of the Seas sets sail on Sunday, Dec 20th and returns on Sunday, Dec 27th.
Cruise Pricing
The graph below tracks historic price of the Jewel of the Seas cruise ship departing December 20, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,100 ($158 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,127 ($162 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 2%.
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Cruise Itinerary
Itinerary
Jewel of the Seas - December 20, 2026 - 7 Nights
| Day | Date | Port |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dec 19th | Cartagena, Colombia |
| 2 | Dec 20th | At Sea |
| 3 | Dec 22nd | Oranjestad, Aruba |
| 4 | Dec 22nd | At Sea |
| 5 | Dec 24th | Kralendijk, Bonaire |
| 6 | Dec 24th | At Sea |
| 7 | Dec 26th | Colon, Panama |
| 8 | Dec 27th | Cartagena, Colombia |
The Jewel of the Seas sails on December 20, 2026 for a 7 Night Southern Caribbean Holiday (Cartagena Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Cartagena, Colombia at 5:00 PM and will return to the port of Cartagena, Colombia on Dec 27th at 8:00 AM. During the 8-day journey, the Jewel of the Seas will visit 3 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
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
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. (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!
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)
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Kralendijk, Bonaire, offers docking at Kralendijk Port. Travelers explore Washington Slagbaai Park and Klein Bonaire. Excursions include snorkeling at Bari Reef. Local markets sell kadushi soup. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures flamingos and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes keshi yena, a Bonairean favorite. Souvenirs, like salt 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. Kralendijk’s coastal allure offers a vibrant Bonairean stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of marine biodiversity and scenic islands, making Kralendijk 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!
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. (126 words)
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. (126 words)