Relaxing

Item: Jewel of the Seas
Rating: 4.1
Author: jingram23

Jewel of the Seas Cruise Review to Canada, New England, New York

jingram23

Contributor Level: Second Mate

Cruises: 7+ cruises

Reviews: 8

Helpful Votes: 107

Overall rating:

4.1 out of 5

11 Night Fall Foliage Northbound (Cape Liberty To Quebec City)

Sail date: September 28, 2023

Ship: Jewel of the Seas

Cabin type: Oceanview

Cabin number: 4032

Traveled as: Couple

Reviewed: 7 months ago

Review summary

Until our last stop we saw more fog than fall foliage. But the trip was relaxing and mostly enjoyable. As usual, we had too much to eat and drink. The cruise director, Kat, was tremendous. She was the best cruise director I have ever sailed with.

Embarkation

3 out of 5

Major delays in boarding due to prior sailing not being able to disembark.

Ship experiences

Food and Dining

4 out of 5

The main dining room was acceptable. The switch to theme nights by itself is not the problem, just not enough choices each day. The specialty restaurants are a definite upgrade. The Windjammer buffet has plenty of choices.

Onboard Activities

4 out of 5

Trivia and similar games were usually in the Schooner Bar which is too small for the crowd. Cost savings on prizes have reduced some to coupons only. The 70s disco party was great. There was one sea day with plenty of fun things to do.

Entertainment

4 out of 5

Singers, dancers, and musicians were excellent. The shows themselves were confusing. Other entetainers were mostly good.

Service and Staff

5 out of 5

We received exceptional service.

Ship Quality

4 out of 5

Very clean, but ship as a whole needs some remodeling.

Cabin / Stateroom

4 out of 5

Terrific location - easy to get everywhere. It was small but clean.