cruizinmimi Posted December 26, 2007 #76 Share Posted December 26, 2007 We just got off the 8 day Jewel cruise. What can I say, the ship is very beautiful. The solarium is like being in a jungle. What an experience. FOOD - this is such a touchy topic, but here goes my opinion only. The windjammer has plenty of selection. I found the omelets to be great and I also like the oatmeal - and yes, they have brown sugar and walnuts or almonds to put in your oatmeal. The dining room has a variety of things also. My favorite meal on the ship was at Chops. OMG:eek: -to die for!!! BAND - the live music around the ship was the best. Especially in the Centrium. The pool band was just okay for me. (again JMO). When the pool band was not playing, I really enjoyed the music they had playing outside. We had a balcony cabin and it was very elegant - I liked the decor better than any other ship I've been on (20 rcl cruises). You will have a blast. Oh, I forgot to mention the seaview cafe - fantastic!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OSUBeaver07 Posted December 26, 2007 #77 Share Posted December 26, 2007 Awesome!!! Thanks for the info cruizinmimi , I cant wait! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lablvr2 Posted December 26, 2007 #78 Share Posted December 26, 2007 It's nice to read all the positive things you all have said. We are sailing her on Jan 26. I am very excited! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deborito Posted December 26, 2007 #79 Share Posted December 26, 2007 It is so great to read so many positive remarks about the Jewel. We'll be on her Feb 23rd. I can't wait to discover all of her hidden beauty. First stop 12th floor to check out those flamingos.:D Debbie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cyscopup Posted December 26, 2007 #80 Share Posted December 26, 2007 It is so great to read so many positive remarks about the Jewel. We'll be on her Feb 23rd. I can't wait to discover all of her hidden beauty. First stop 12th floor to check out those flamingos.:D Debbie Come on over and check out the roll call for this cruise, we have a great bunch going with you. http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=461578 Have you signed up for the meet & mingle yet? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare hcat Posted December 27, 2007 #81 Share Posted December 27, 2007 We are on the 8 day eastern What band was playing in the Centrum? Did they have a pool band & another band for the club or did they cover both places or just have a DJ? Was there a guitar & piano player also? Can't go wrong with either Jewel or Brilliance Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pumbaamd Posted December 27, 2007 #82 Share Posted December 27, 2007 Cruzinmimi . . . How large was the D, D+ crowd? Did they open a second area or was the CL enuf for everyone? We are on the 1/6/08 sailing. Thanks. Rickand Deirdra Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gracie115 Posted December 27, 2007 #83 Share Posted December 27, 2007 We'll be back on the Jewel for the 11/7/8 sailing and can't wait. Last time on Jewel was 2005, I loved it, the best ship we've been on. Very excited to have a cruise on her in the future to think about!!!:D :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deborito Posted December 27, 2007 #84 Share Posted December 27, 2007 Come on over and check out the roll call for this cruise, we have a great bunch going with you. http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=461578 Have you signed up for the meet & mingle yet? Yup signed up last summer sometime. Can't wait. Debbie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fllady Posted December 27, 2007 #85 Share Posted December 27, 2007 Yup signed up last summer sometime. Can't wait. Debbie HI Debbie, come on back and chat once in a while. Our roll call has been quiet, I guess because of the holidays. I am hoping we start chatting again more often. We don't have too much longer to go now!!:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EchoSix Posted December 27, 2007 #86 Share Posted December 27, 2007 I checked RCI web site tonight and our cruise (Feb 17) has switched the Playa and Belize days like the January sailings. If anyone else is doing the 6 night in February I would check yours also. Well I see you found out all on your own. :D I just replied in the Roll Call thread for our cruise. How did you find out? Did you get a phone call or did you just randomly check the website? I never would have known, if my wife wasn't simply up late and was cruising the net and our "favorites" links for our cruise intinerary. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruising lady Posted December 29, 2007 #87 Share Posted December 29, 2007 Thanks for all the info about the Jewel will be sailing on her 3/2 Now I really can't wait. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crisndeefromde Posted December 30, 2007 #88 Share Posted December 30, 2007 As DH and I have only been on the Explorer (four times), we are looking at Panama canal for 09. we would like to know if anyone has a favorite grand suite location and if wifi is available in these and any information on the suite 1600 corner aft. Thank you for helping. I hope this thread becomes as great as our explorer thread. We are looking forward to booking on the Jewel. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
time4me2fly Posted January 6, 2008 Author #89 Share Posted January 6, 2008 Happy New Year to all Jewel cruisers! After you sail on the Jewel this year, please be sure to post your review of your cruise. I would love to know what changes, if any, will be made to the Jewel. Anyone sailing the British Isles this summer, stop by the roll call. There's a list of cruisers that I started and would love to add more people to the list. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruizinmimi Posted January 6, 2008 #90 Share Posted January 6, 2008 Cruzinmimi . . .How large was the D, D+ crowd? Did they open a second area or was the CL enuf for everyone? We are on the 1/6/08 sailing. Thanks. Rickand Deirdra Rick & Deirdra - so sorry I didn't see this earlier. They opened up the Hollywood Odyssey-Deck 13 for all the D/D+ members. The CL would not hold us. We had over 200 D/D+ members on our sailing. I hope you will check this before you guys sail tomorrow. Enjoy your cruise & the Jewel.:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pumbaamd Posted January 6, 2008 #91 Share Posted January 6, 2008 Were certain members compelled to go to the alternate and not issued keys to the CL? Not concerned about the drinks at night, it is just that we are steps away from the CL and it would be great in the a.m. Thanks for the good wishes for this week. Looking like we'll have a great time on Jewel! Rick and Deirdra Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J_Sullivan Posted January 6, 2008 #92 Share Posted January 6, 2008 Thanks everyone for all your little tips: Flamingo's Seaview Cafe Anything else I should know about?? Leaving Friday:cool: :cool: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruizinmimi Posted January 6, 2008 #93 Share Posted January 6, 2008 Were certain members compelled to go to the alternate and not issued keys to the CL? Not concerned about the drinks at night, it is just that we are steps away from the CL and it would be great in the a.m.Thanks for the good wishes for this week. Looking like we'll have a great time on Jewel! Rick and Deirdra I believe that the CL was open in the mornings on Deck 7 (I think it was), but in the evening the cocktail hour was on Deck 13. I know one morning I went to the CL-Deck 7 and she was in there and there was only one gentleman in there using the computer. If I remember correctly, there was continental breakfast items. My DH got a latte while Andrea was printing our boarding passes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
negc Posted January 6, 2008 #94 Share Posted January 6, 2008 Were certain members compelled to go to the alternate and not issued keys to the CL? Not concerned about the drinks at night, it is just that we are steps away from the CL and it would be great in the a.m.Thanks for the good wishes for this week. Looking like we'll have a great time on Jewel! Rick and Deirdra It appears that that happened on the Explorer but RCI has stated in emails to others on this board, that it happened because of a misinterpretation of the company's policy on CLs when a large number of Diamond members are onboard and a satellite lounge has to be opened. According to RCI, the only ships where Diamond members do not have access to the CL are Freedom and Liberty which have Diamond Lounges which provide Diamond members the same services as the CL provides for suite guests. You should not have any problem on the Jewel.:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pumbaamd Posted January 6, 2008 #95 Share Posted January 6, 2008 She printed out your boarding passes for the flight home? Cool! Did you hear of any US Air program to carry your luggage from the pier to the airport? Thanks, you've been a big help. Rick and Deirdra Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
time4me2fly Posted January 6, 2008 Author #96 Share Posted January 6, 2008 Rick & Deirdra, Please be sure to post your review, once you return home. I'm very interested in the dining menu. Will there be changes? Let us know. Happy Sailing! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruiser-66 Posted January 7, 2008 #97 Share Posted January 7, 2008 Did any of you use the ship luggage service? I'm wondering how the JOS handles this. I guess it costs $20. Some ships you still claim it in baggage, and get it to the airline truck. Others say you put tags on your luggage the nite before and you don't handle it again until you get home. That would be my dream! If any of you that have been on the Jewel have used this please let us know. Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare hcat Posted January 7, 2008 #98 Share Posted January 7, 2008 Is anyone back recently from Jewel with info about Diamond use of Concierge Lounge? We sail late Jan so any info will be appreciated. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MomtoCCC Posted January 7, 2008 #99 Share Posted January 7, 2008 I would like to know what the current shows on the Jewel are. Any ones that are not to be missed? Do they change that much from month to month (we are going Feb 16) Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merion_Mom Posted January 7, 2008 #100 Share Posted January 7, 2008 Is anyone back recently from Jewel with info about Diamond use of Concierge Lounge? We sail late Jan so any info will be appreciated. I hope that Rick will report after his 1/6-1/12 cruise, but I'll report after my 1/20-1/26 cruise. :) I would like to know what the current shows on the Jewel are. Any ones that are not to be missed? Do they change that much from month to month (we are going Feb 16)I'll let you know my opinion of the quality in two weeks, but in general, the shows change every three or four years. :cool: :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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