After a 2 1/2 hour bus transfer to Harwich from Heathrow Airport London, the Jewel of the Seas was in sight. After being on some smaller and older cruise ships, this beautiful new ship was a spectacular sight to see. The embarkation process was easy and organized.

The Ship

The Jewel of the Seas is a spectacular ship. The centrum area of the ship, which is an open area in the centre of the ship from deck 4 to deck 11, seemed to be the life of the ship. There were always talented singers and musicians playing lively music. Another impressive part of the ship was the theatre that was about three stories in size. It made viewing the shows and presentation more enjoyable. The ship had other areas of interest such as nicely decorated lounges, an indoor solarium, miniature golf, pools, a two level dining room, and a stadium seating cinema. Read more