Jewel of the Seas itinerary map for December 20, 2026 (8 nights)
Jewel of the Seas itinerary map for December 20, 2026 (8 nights)
8 nights · 5 ports
Round-trip · Tampa, Florida
Royal CaribbeanJewel of the Seas

Jewel of the Seas
December 20, 2026

8-Night Western Caribbean Holiday aboard Jewel of the Seas · Departing December 20, 2026 from the Port of Tampa, Florida.

Interior from$912/ guest · taxes & fees incl.
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// AT A GLANCE

This 8-night cruise aboard the Jewel of the Seas departs from Tampa, Florida on Sunday, December 20, 2026 and returns on Monday, Dec 28th. December weather across this route averages 84°/55°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 6.8 out of 10, averaged across 5 ports.

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
8
night cruise
Sun → Mon
02
Tampa
departure port
Florida
03
5
port stops
Holiday
04
3
sea days
Day 2
// ON THIS PAGE07 SECTIONS
03Itinerary map↓04Cruise ports↓05Weather↓06Shore excursions↓07Safety score↓08Cruise ship↓09FAQ↓
// 02 · CRUISE PRICE

Jewel of the Seas December 20, 2026 Price & Tracking

JEWEL OF THE SEAS·DECEMBER 20, 2026

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 $912 ($114 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,217 ($153 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 25%.

Jewel of the Seas cruise departing December 20, 2026 — 8-night itinerary. Current Inside Cabin price: $912 ($114 per night). Average price: $1,217.

// PRICE HISTORY · INSIDE
Last 6 months · refreshes daily
This cabin
Avg $1,216
LIVE RATE
INSIDE CABIN
Jewel of the Seas · December 20, 2026
$912
$114 per night · 8 nights
↓
25% below average
Avg $1,216 · You save $304

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// 03 · ITINERARY

8 Night Western Caribbean Holiday (Tampa Roundtrip) Cruise Map

Interactive Itinerary MapDECEMBER 20, 2026
The Jewel of the Seas sails on December 20, 2026 for a 8 Night Western Caribbean Holiday (Tampa Roundtrip) (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 28th at 6:00 AM. During the 9-day journey, the Jewel of the Seas will visit 4 additional ports and will spend 3 days at sea.
// CRUISE PORT SCHEDULE
Jewel of the Seas
DECEMBER 20, 2026
9 STOPSSCROLL FOR ALL ↓
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8 NIGHTS · 4 PORTS
ROUND-TRIP · TAMPA
// 04 · PORTS

8 Night Western Caribbean Holiday (Tampa Roundtrip) Port List

Jewel of the Seas·December 20, 2026
Tampa, Florida — Day 1 of Jewel of the Seas December 20, 2026 cruise
DAY
1
EMBARKATION
SUNDAY·DEC 20

Tampa

Florida
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
—
3:00 PM

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.

DECEMBER FORECAST
58°F avg · Avg
Cozumel, Mexico — Day 3 of Jewel of the Seas December 20, 2026 cruise
DAY
3
PORT 2
TUESDAY·DEC 22

Cozumel

Mexico
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
6:00 AM
5:00 PM

Cozumel, Mexico, offers docking at Cozumel Port. Travelers explore Chankanaab Park and San Gervasio ruins. Excursions include snorkeling at Palancar Reef. Local markets sell tacos. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures coral reefs and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes ceviche, a Mexican favorite. Souvenirs, like Mayan crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Mayan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Cozumel’s coastal allure offers a vibrant Mexican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of ancient ruins and marine adventures, making Cozumel an engaging destination for exploration.

DECEMBER FORECAST
75°F avg · Avg
Belize City, Belize — Day 4 of Jewel of the Seas December 20, 2026 cruise
DAY
4
PORT 3
WEDNESDAY·DEC 23

Belize City

Belize
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM
4:00 PM

Belize City, Belize, offers docking at Belize City Port. Travelers explore Altun Ha ruins and Belize Zoo. Excursions include snorkeling at Hol Chan Marine Reserve. Local markets sell fry jacks. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Mayan pyramids and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes rice and beans, a Belizean favorite. Souvenirs, like mahogany crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Mayan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Belize City’s cultural allure offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of ancient ruins and marine adventures, making Belize City an engaging destination.

DECEMBER FORECAST
75°F avg · Avg
Costa Maya, Mexico — Day 5 of Jewel of the Seas December 20, 2026 cruise
DAY
5
PORT 4
THURSDAY·DEC 24

Costa Maya

Mexico
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM
4:00 PM

Costa Maya, Mexico, offers docking at Costa Maya Port. Travelers explore Chacchoben ruins and Bacalar Lagoon. Excursions include snorkeling at Mahahual Reef. Local markets sell tamales. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Mayan temples and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes cochinita pibil, a Yucatecan favorite. Souvenirs, like woven crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Mayan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Costa Maya’s coastal allure offers a vibrant Mexican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of ancient ruins and scenic lagoons, making Costa Maya an engaging destination for exploration.

DECEMBER FORECAST
76°F avg · Avg
George Town, Grand Cayman — Day 7 of Jewel of the Seas December 20, 2026 cruise
DAY
7
PORT 6
SATURDAY·DEC 26

George Town

Grand Cayman
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
6:00 AM
3:00 PM

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.

DECEMBER FORECAST
76°F avg · Avg
// 05 · WEATHER

8 Night Western Caribbean Holiday (Tampa Roundtrip) Weather Forecast

Jewel of the Seas·December 20, 2026
DEC FORECAST · TAMPA
Historical monthly averages for travelers visiting this port.
58°
AVG · °F
Mostly sunny days
AVG HIGH
83°
AVG LOW
33°
AVG RAINFALL
2.6"
Source: 30-year historical climate averages via Open-Meteo
// YEAR-ROUND AT TAMPA
Average monthly temperature and rainfall. Your sail month is highlighted.
AVG TEMP °FRAINFALL IN
58°JANFEBMARAPRMAYJUNJULAUGSEPOCTNOVDEC12-MONTH AVERAGE · DATA: 30-YEAR HISTORICAL
// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS

Jewel of the Seas December 20, 2026 Excursions

Jewel of the Seas·December 20, 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.
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// 07 · SAFETY SCORE

Itinerary Safety Score

8 Night Western Caribbean Holiday (Tampa 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 BREAKDOWN05 PORTS
01

Tampa 🇺🇸

Florida · United StatesMODERATE

Tampa is generally safe for cruise travelers, but visitors should remain vigilant in higher crime areas and stick to well-trafficked locations.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
02

Cozumel 🇲🇽

Mexico · MexicoMODERATE

Cozumel is generally safe for tourists, but remain vigilant against petty crime and avoid risks in surrounding areas.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
03

Belize City 🇧🇿

Belize · BelizeHIGH CAUTION

Travelers in Belize City should remain vigilant, avoid certain neighborhoods, and use organized excursions for safety.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
04

Costa Maya 🇲🇽

Mexico · MexicoMODERATE

Costa Maya offers a secure cruise port environment, but travelers should remain cautious of petty theft in less populated areas outside.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
05

George Town 🇰🇾

Grand Cayman · Cayman IslandsSAFE

George Town, Grand Cayman, is a safe cruise destination with low crime rates and a strong local law enforcement presence.

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.

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// 09 · MORE CRUISES

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// 09 · FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs for yourJewel of the Seas·December 20, 2026sailing

  • The lowest currently-tracked fare for this sailing is $912 for an Inside cabin. Pricing is updated daily — see the live price chart above for the latest snapshots.

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