Rare MrsTabs Posted March 16, 2018 #1 Share Posted March 16, 2018 I seem to have 'accidentally' booked another cruise Going on the Jade in March 2019 leaving from Miami We got a great deal UBP, SDP, water, internet, OBC, Service Charges paid and excursion credit ( also choice phone call credit does anyone know what that is?) It is only our second cruise, our first was on the Gem - looking at it online the ship looks very similar which makes us happy as we loved the Gem Any tips for hotels, excursions or tips specific to the Jade gratefully received Many thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ebay33 Posted March 16, 2018 #2 Share Posted March 16, 2018 Here's what you get with the phone package: 120 Minute Phone Call Package 120 minute phone calls will be applied to the first guest in the stateroom. All guests in the stateroom will be able to utilize this offer. Offer only valid on calls made from ship to shore on the fixed phone located in the booked guest's stateroom and not from the guest's wireless devices. Subject to satellite availability onboard. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare MrsTabs Posted March 16, 2018 Author #3 Share Posted March 16, 2018 Here's what you get with the phone package: 120 Minute Phone Call Package 120 minute phone calls will be applied to the first guest in the stateroom. All guests in the stateroom will be able to utilize this offer. Offer only valid on calls made from ship to shore on the fixed phone located in the booked guest's stateroom and not from the guest's wireless devices. Subject to satellite availability onboard. Huge thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oakman58 Posted March 16, 2018 #4 Share Posted March 16, 2018 Accidents can happen to anyone. :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DMH15 Posted March 16, 2018 #5 Share Posted March 16, 2018 I am in need of an accident. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare BirdTravels Posted March 16, 2018 #6 Share Posted March 16, 2018 I had 2 accidents, and am very happy about it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ElaineKeagy Posted March 17, 2018 #7 Share Posted March 17, 2018 I’m hoping to have an accident very soon. Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AF-1 Posted March 17, 2018 #8 Share Posted March 17, 2018 I sailed the Jade for two weeks and loved it. The above link is a youtube video of the refurbishment. I am going to book her again. If you have any specific questions about Jade let me know. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nednrom Posted March 18, 2018 #9 Share Posted March 18, 2018 I seem to have 'accidentally' booked another cruise Going on the Jade in March 2019 leaving from Miami We got a great deal UBP, SDP, water, internet, OBC, Service Charges paid and excursion credit ( also choice phone call credit does anyone know what that is?) It is only our second cruise, our first was on the Gem - looking at it online the ship looks very similar which makes us happy as we loved the Gem Any tips for hotels, excursions or tips specific to the Jade gratefully received Many thanks Jade is a sister ship to the Gem but was refurbished last year and we did a Panama Canal trip in November on her. We had a great time! I think Jade is still sailing the Panama Canal. We had virtually no kids on our trip so the whole pool area became an adult area and on sea days there was always live music by the pool. There are plenty of activities planned and was a lot of fun. We do our own excursions and we are beach people -- since this is your second cruise, I would do a city tour at each new port so that you can get to know the islands. If you go to Ports of Call, you can get a lot of information about setting up your own excursions but if you're going on the Panama canal trip you will have to take the ship excursion. Let me know if you need any info on that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrChicago Posted March 18, 2018 #10 Share Posted March 18, 2018 Jade is a sister ship to the Gem but was refurbished last year and we did a Panama Canal trip in November on her. We had a great time! I think Jade is still sailing the Panama Canal. We had virtually no kids on our trip so the whole pool area became an adult area and on sea days there was always live music by the pool. There are plenty of activities planned and was a lot of fun. We do our own excursions and we are beach people -- since this is your second cruise, I would do a city tour at each new port so that you can get to know the islands. If you go to Ports of Call, you can get a lot of information about setting up your own excursions but if you're going on the Panama canal trip you will have to take the ship excursion. Let me know if you need any info on that. I’m traveling on the Jade to Panama Canal in November. Can you explain what excursions are offered at Gatun Lake? Thanks for your write up. Joel Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrChicago Posted March 18, 2018 #11 Share Posted March 18, 2018 I’m traveling on the Jade to Panama Canal in November. Can you explain what excursions are offered at Gatun Lake?Thanks for your write up. Joel Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
You_only_live_once Posted March 18, 2018 #12 Share Posted March 18, 2018 We got a great deal UBP, SDP, water, internet, OBC, Service Charges paid and excursion credit ( also choice phone call credit does anyone know what that is?) I am also booked on this cruise. I have the same as you except for the service charges paid. Was that a special email offer? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare MrsTabs Posted March 18, 2018 Author #13 Share Posted March 18, 2018 I got it through my PCC - I am in the UK though so I think it is standard on all our bookings now as part of the all inclusive package Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
You_only_live_once Posted March 18, 2018 #14 Share Posted March 18, 2018 I got it through my PCC - I am in the UK though so I think it is standard on all our bookings now as part of the all inclusive package Oh ok.. thank you for quick response and I will see you on the cruise:D:D:D:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nednrom Posted March 19, 2018 #15 Share Posted March 19, 2018 I’m traveling on the Jade to Panama Canal in November. Can you explain what excursions are offered at Gatun Lake?Thanks for your write up. Joel There are several, bus tour, ferry through the Mira Flores Locks (second set out to Pacific Ocean), train ride and Gatun lake canoe trip. You must take the ship excursion, you cannot get off the ship otherwise. Almost all excursions are 9-4pm . We took a bus ride to Mira Flores lock visit center, drove around Panama city and returned by train (1hr of train ride). I heard very nice things about the ferry ride and will do that next time if we can't do from one coast to the other. Colon is only a stop to pick up excursioners, there is nothing except a couple of shops and restaurants. Since ships have to wait for their turn through the canal, we had to wait for the ship for 3 hours. In hindsight, I would either do the ferry or stay on the ship to enjoy the pool. You have to get up early around 6:00am to watch the ship go through the canal and move around to get a look from all sides. You will have a great time on the Jade, enjoy! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carnac767 Posted March 19, 2018 #16 Share Posted March 19, 2018 It's been nine years since we sailed on her but we've sailed on all the Jewel Class ships and have loved everyone of them. They're our favorite ships. If you liked Gem, you'll like Jade. Have a great cruise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrChicago Posted March 20, 2018 #17 Share Posted March 20, 2018 There are several, bus tour, ferry through the Mira Flores Locks (second set out to Pacific Ocean), train ride and Gatun lake canoe trip. You must take the ship excursion, you cannot get off the ship otherwise. Almost all excursions are 9-4pm . We took a bus ride to Mira Flores lock visit center, drove around Panama city and returned by train (1hr of train ride). I heard very nice things about the ferry ride and will do that next time if we can't do from one coast to the other. Colon is only a stop to pick up excursioners, there is nothing except a couple of shops and restaurants. Since ships have to wait for their turn through the canal, we had to wait for the ship for 3 hours. In hindsight, I would either do the ferry or stay on the ship to enjoy the pool. You have to get up early around 6:00am to watch the ship go through the canal and move around to get a look from all sides. You will have a great time on the Jade, enjoy! Thank you! I have been studying the Panama Canal for years and I received a Christmas gift from my wife for this cruise. I can’t wait to finally see the Canal in person. I now know to take the tour boat through locks and do the return on the train to make to the Jade. Your courtesy is really appreciated. Regards, Joel Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
holdon216 Posted June 28, 2018 #18 Share Posted June 28, 2018 I sailed the Jade for two weeks and loved it. The above link is a youtube video of the refurbishment. I am going to book her again. If you have any specific questions about Jade let me know. Hello AF-1, Are there any designated adult only areas on The Jade? Is one of the pools for adults only? Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Notnewtoit Posted June 29, 2018 #19 Share Posted June 29, 2018 Hello AF-1, Are there any designated adult only areas on The Jade? Is one of the pools for adults only? Thanks In my experience, the answer is 'no'. It may be the case that one is designated as such but the reality is that any such designation is unclear, ignored and unenforced. It's just one big happy family/melee. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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