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Jewel of the Seas

158 upcoming departures  ·  74 itineraries

Jewel of the Seas is a 2,191-guest Royal Caribbean International cruise ship, in service since 2004. This page lists 158 upcoming departures across 74 itineraries in Caribbean, day by day and port by port. Its live AIS position is plotted on the map below and refreshed through the day.

✓ Travelers wanting a smaller Royal Caribbean ship ✓ Families seeking supervised kids and teen spaces ✓ Couples who value specialty dining and lounges
Class Radiance
Built / Refurb 2004 / 2016
Gross Tonnage 90,090
Guests 2,191
Crew 852
Length 293.0 m
Beam 32.0 m
Decks 13
Cabins 1,097
Max speed 25.0 kn
Flag Bahamas
Guests per crew 2.6
Space ratio 41

Jewel of the Seas at a glance

Ship size

Bigger than 71%

A mid-size ship at 90,090 gross tons — #157 of 566 ships we track. 41 tons of ship per guest.

Best for

  • Travelers wanting a smaller Royal Caribbean ship
  • Families seeking supervised kids and teen spaces
  • Couples who value specialty dining and lounges
  • Golf and climbing enthusiasts
  • Passengers preferring many ocean-view and balcony cabins

Think twice if you want

  • Travelers seeking the newest large-ship attractions
  • Guests wanting extensive included specialty dining
  • Passengers needing a large selection of solo cabins
  • Travelers who prefer a quiet ship with no casino or nightclub

Live Position ● 10 hours ago

Heading to: Tampa

Currently on: 5-Night Caribbean from Tampa via Puerto Costa Maya & Cozumel (5 nights) — En route to Puerto Costa Maya, Mexico — last stop Tampa, Florida

Tampa, Florida → Puerto Costa Maya, Mexico → Cozumel, Mexico → Tampa, Florida
Coming up
  1. Costa Maya arrives 08:00 AM
  2. Cozumel arrives 07:00 AM
  3. Tampa arrives 07:00 AM end of cruise
19.0 knots

Position via AIS — updated periodically, not real-time.

About Jewel of the Seas

Jewel of the Seas is a Radiance-class ship built for scenic cruising, with extensive glass, ocean-facing public spaces and a comparatively intimate scale. Guests can combine classic Royal Caribbean activities such as the 40-foot Rock Climbing Wall, Solarium and outdoor pool areas with Broadway-style entertainment, casino and varied dining. The ship carries 2,191 guests at double occupancy and has 1,097 staterooms, making it a practical choice for travelers who prefer a traditional ship experience over the largest resort-style vessels.

Ship at a Glance

Operator
Royal Caribbean International
Builder / shipyard
Meyer Werft, Papenburg, Germany
Registry / flag
Bahamas (formerly Nassau, Bahamas; confirmed by the ship’s AIS identity)
Call sign
C6FW9
IMO number
9228356
MMSI
311583000
Draft
8.5 m

Onboard Experience

Signature highlights

The ship features a 40-foot Rock Climbing Wall, adults-only Solarium, outdoor pools, whirlpools, a jogging track, sports court, mini golf and VOOM internet powered by Starlink.

For families

Family facilities include Adventure Ocean youth programming, Adventure Beach, Fuel teen disco, an arcade, pools and sports activities.

Pools, spa & wellness

Wellness facilities include the adults-only Solarium, Vitality Spa and Fitness Center, whirlpools, pools and outdoor walking or jogging areas.

Deck plans

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Venues Cabins only Both · Tap a deck to see what's on it

Deck 6

Coral Theater Chef's Table Chops Grille Giovanni's Italian Kitchen Vintages Schooner Bar The Safari Club The Congo Bar Zanzibar Lounge The Game Reserves Casino Royale Cinema The Pit Stop Library

Cabins & suites

Inside 23% Studio (solo) 0% Oceanview 23% Balcony 48% Suite 6%
CategoryTypeCabinsSizeBalconySleepsDecks
InteriorBooking codes 1V, 2V, 3V, 4V and 5V. Inside 252 170-258 sq ft — 4 4, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11
Studio InteriorBooking code 2W. Studio (solo) 3 108 sq ft — 1 7
Ocean ViewBooking codes 1N, 2N, 3N, 4N and 5N. Oceanview 200 170-276 sq ft — 4 2, 3, 4
Connecting Ocean ViewBooking code CO. Oceanview 36 170 sq ft — 4 3, 4

Dining, bars & venues

15 included 8 extra cost in the fare, by the line's own published policy.

Dining

Shoreside Included
Deck 4
A casual food venue shown on the lower public deck.
Tides Dining Room Included
Deck 4–5
The two-level main dining room serves scheduled meals.
Chef's Table Extra cost
Deck 6
A reservation-only specialty dining experience.
Chops Grille Extra cost
Deck 6
A specialty steakhouse.
Giovanni's Italian Kitchen Extra cost
Deck 6
A specialty Italian restaurant.
Windjammer Cafe Included
Deck 11
A buffet restaurant with indoor and outdoor seating.
Izumi Hibachi & Sushi Extra cost
Deck 12
A specialty Japanese restaurant serving sushi and hibachi-style meals.

Bars & lounges

Lobby Bar Varies
Deck 4
A bar beside the ship's central lobby and atrium.
Cafe Latte-tudes Varies
Deck 5
A coffee and pastry venue with specialty drinks and snacks.
Vintages Varies
Deck 6
A wine bar.
Schooner Bar Varies
Deck 6
A nautical-themed piano bar.
The Safari Club Varies
Deck 6
A lounge and social space.
The Congo Bar Varies
Deck 6
A themed bar within the aft entertainment area.
Zanzibar Lounge Varies
Deck 6
A lounge adjoining the aft entertainment spaces.
Solarium Bar Varies
Deck 11
A bar serving the Solarium area.
Pool Bar Varies
Deck 11
An outdoor bar beside the main pool.
Sky Bar Varies
Deck 12
An outdoor bar on the sports deck.
Diamond Club
An eligibility-restricted lounge for Diamond-level loyalty members.
Viking Crown Lounge Varies
Deck 13
A high-level lounge and observation venue.
Concierge Club
Deck 13
An eligibility-restricted suite lounge.

History & sister ships

  1. 2004Entered service, built by Meyer Werft, Papenburg, Germany.
  2. 2016A major refurbishment added cabins and updated dining, entertainment, technology, retail and youth areas, including Izumi, Giovanni's Table, Vintages and the Concierge Club.
  3. 2024A scheduled dry-dock completed technical maintenance, hotel upkeep and exterior work; no new passenger venue was confirmed.

Other Radiance ships

Where Jewel of the Seas sails, month by month

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Feb
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Mar
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Apr
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May
27
Jun
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Jul
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Aug
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Sep
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Oct
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Caribbean 6 5 7 6 6 7 9 8 9 9 8 9
From / night $59 $90 0 0 0 $111 $110 0 $123 $87 $115 $113

Departures per month over the next 12 months, from the cruise line's published schedule. Lowest advertised fare per night is in November 2026 (prices change; check when booking).

Ports it visits most

Explore This Ship

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Itineraries & Sailings

10 Nights

10 Nights Eastern Europe Cruise

From $2,115 · $212/night
Ports of Call
Next: Jul 13, 2028
1 upcoming departure
10 Nights

10 Nights Eastern Europe Cruise

From $1,958 · $196/night
Ports of Call
Next: Aug 19, 2028
1 upcoming departure
10 Nights

10 Nights Eastern Europe Cruise

From $2,132 · $213/night
Ports of Call
Next: Jun 23, 2028
1 upcoming departure
10 Nights

10 Nights Northern Europe Cruise

From $2,132 · $213/night
Ports of Call
Next: Jul 3, 2028
1 upcoming departure
10 Nights

10 Nights Southern Caribbean Cruise

From $954 · $95/night
Ports of Call
Next: Oct 20, 2028
1 upcoming departure
11 Nights

11 Nights Eastern Europe Cruise

From $2,021 · $184/night
Ports of Call
Next: Jun 1, 2028
1 upcoming departure
11 Nights

11 Nights Northern Europe Cruise

From $2,194 · $199/night
Ports of Call
Next: Aug 8, 2028
1 upcoming departure
11 Nights

11 Nights Northern Europe Cruise

From $2,149 · $195/night
Ports of Call
Next: Jun 12, 2028
1 upcoming departure
11 Nights

11 Nights Northern Europe Cruise

From $1,951 · $177/night
Ports of Call
Next: May 21, 2028
1 upcoming departure
All 74 itineraries and their departure dates

All Upcoming Departures

Departure Return Itinerary Nights Region Book
Nov 7, 2026Nov 12, 20265-Night Caribbean from Tampa via Puerto Costa Maya & Cozumel5CaribbeanBook →
Nov 12, 2026Nov 16, 20264-Night Caribbean from Tampa via Cozumel4CaribbeanBook →
Nov 16, 2026Nov 22, 20266 Nights Western Caribbean Cruise6CaribbeanBook →
Nov 16, 2026Nov 22, 2026Western Caribbean Cruise6CaribbeanBook →
Nov 22, 2026Nov 27, 2026Western Caribbean Getaway Cruise5CaribbeanBook →
Nov 27, 2026Dec 2, 2026Western Caribbean Getaway Cruise5CaribbeanBook →
Dec 2, 2026Dec 7, 2026Western Caribbean Getaway Cruise5CaribbeanBook →
Dec 7, 2026Dec 16, 20269 Nights Western Caribbean Cruise9CaribbeanBook →
Dec 16, 2026Dec 20, 2026Western Caribbean Getaway Cruise4CaribbeanBook →
Dec 20, 2026Dec 28, 20268 Nights Western Caribbean Cruise8CaribbeanBook →
Dec 28, 2026Jan 2, 2027Western Caribbean Getaway Cruise5CaribbeanBook →
Jan 2, 2027Jan 7, 2027Western Caribbean Getaway Cruise5CaribbeanBook →
Jan 7, 2027Jan 11, 2027Western Caribbean Getaway Cruise4CaribbeanBook →
Jan 11, 2027Jan 16, 2027Western Caribbean Getaway Cruise5CaribbeanBook →
Jan 16, 2027Jan 21, 2027Western Caribbean Getaway Cruise5CaribbeanBook →
Jan 21, 2027Jan 25, 2027Western Caribbean Getaway Cruise4CaribbeanBook →
Jan 25, 2027Jan 30, 2027Western Caribbean Getaway Cruise5CaribbeanBook →
Jan 30, 2027Feb 4, 2027Western Caribbean Getaway Cruise5CaribbeanBook →
Feb 4, 2027Feb 8, 2027Western Caribbean Getaway Cruise4CaribbeanBook →
Feb 8, 2027Feb 13, 2027Western Caribbean Getaway Cruise5CaribbeanBook →
Feb 13, 2027Feb 18, 2027Western Caribbean Getaway Cruise5CaribbeanBook →
Feb 18, 2027Feb 22, 2027Western Caribbean Getaway Cruise4CaribbeanBook →
Feb 22, 2027Feb 27, 2027Western Caribbean Getaway Cruise5CaribbeanBook →
Feb 27, 2027Mar 4, 2027Western Caribbean Getaway Cruise5CaribbeanBook →

Showing the next 24 of 158 departures. Every itinerary and its dates are listed under All itineraries above.

Jewel of the Seas FAQ

What flag does Jewel of the Seas sail under?

Jewel of the Seas is registered in Bahamas. Some older references still list Nassau, Bahamas.

How many passengers does Jewel of the Seas hold?

Jewel of the Seas carries about 2,191 guests with roughly 852 crew.

How old is Jewel of the Seas?

Jewel of the Seas entered service in 2004 and was last refurbished in 2016.

How big is Jewel of the Seas?

At 90,090 gross tons and 293 m long, Jewel of the Seas is a mid-size ship — larger than 71% of the 566 cruise ships cruises.to tracks.

What dining is included on Jewel of the Seas?

The main dining room, Windjammer Cafe and several casual food options are included in the standard fare. Chops Grille, Giovanni's Italian Kitchen, Izumi Hibachi & Sushi and Chef's Table carry additional charges.

What is the dress code on Jewel of the Seas?

Most evenings are casual, with some evenings designated as formal or dress-to-impress. The exact schedule is provided in the Royal Caribbean app and onboard daily planner.

Is Wi-Fi included on Jewel of the Seas?

Internet access is not generally included in the standard cruise fare. Royal Caribbean sells VOOM internet packages, with availability and package details varying by sailing.

Are gratuities included on Jewel of the Seas?

Daily gratuities are normally added separately unless they were prepaid or included in a booking offer. Guests can review the applicable arrangement before sailing.

Does Jewel of the Seas have kids facilities?

Yes. Adventure Ocean, Adventure Beach, Fuel Teen Disco and Ocean Arcade are located on Deck 12.

Are accessible staterooms available?

Accessible versions are available among the Interior, Ocean View and Ocean View Balcony categories, subject to inventory. Guests should request accessibility accommodations when booking.