What is a tip for sailing with NCL Cruises?

NCL pioneered solo studio cabins — single occupancy with no supplement and a private lounge. If you are sailing alone, no other big line matches this.

What is a tip for sailing with NCL Cruises?

The "Free at Sea" promo bundles drink package, specialty dining, Wi-Fi, and excursion credit — almost always cheaper than buying à la carte.

What is a tip for sailing with NCL Cruises?

On Prima- and Encore-class ships, the open-air go-kart track is the headline attraction — book sessions on day one, they sell out.

What is a tip for sailing with NCL Cruises?

Specialty dining packages are sized in "meals" — confirm whether your tier covers Le Bistro and Cagney's, the two most-requested venues.

What should first-time cruisers know about NCL Cruises?

No assigned dining time = no waiting around. Show up at any open restaurant when you are hungry.

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Excursions & Things To Do

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Miami, Florida →

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Oranjestad, Aruba →

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Private Round - Trip Airport Transfer in Aruba Luxury SUV

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Day-by-Day Itinerary

12-Night Sailing · 10 Ports

The Norwegian Jewel sails a 12-night Caribbean Round-trip Miami: Curacao, Aruba & Dominican Republic itinerary with NCL Cruises, departing Miami, Florida on December 23, 2026. It's a classic Caribbean cruise. Travelers sailing in December can generally expect warm, sunny weather with gentle trade winds. Ports of call include Miami, Florida, Great Stirrup Cay, Bahamas, Cabo Rojo, Dominican Republic, with 7 more along the way. Use the day-by-day forecast below to plan what to pack for each stop.

Day 1 — Wednesday, Dec 23, 2026 — Miami, Florida
Miami, Florida is a scheduled port of call on day 1 of the 12-night Caribbean Round-trip Miami: Curacao, Aruba & Dominican Republic cruise on Norwegian Jewel.
Day 2 — Thursday, Dec 24, 2026 — Great Stirrup Cay, Bahamas
Great Stirrup Cay, Bahamas is a scheduled port of call on day 2 of the 12-night Caribbean Round-trip Miami: Curacao, Aruba & Dominican Republic cruise on Norwegian Jewel.
Day 3 — Saturday, Dec 26, 2026 — Cabo Rojo, Dominican Republic
Cabo Rojo, Dominican Republic is a scheduled port of call on day 3 of the 12-night Caribbean Round-trip Miami: Curacao, Aruba & Dominican Republic cruise on Norwegian Jewel.
Day 4 — Sunday, Dec 27, 2026 — Oranjestad, Aruba
Oranjestad, Aruba is a scheduled port of call on day 4 of the 12-night Caribbean Round-trip Miami: Curacao, Aruba & Dominican Republic cruise on Norwegian Jewel.
Day 5 — Monday, Dec 28, 2026 — Willemstad, Curacao
Willemstad, Curacao is a scheduled port of call on day 5 of the 12-night Caribbean Round-trip Miami: Curacao, Aruba & Dominican Republic cruise on Norwegian Jewel.
Day 6 — Wednesday, Dec 30, 2026 — Philipsburg, St. Maarten
Philipsburg, St. Maarten is a scheduled port of call on day 6 of the 12-night Caribbean Round-trip Miami: Curacao, Aruba & Dominican Republic cruise on Norwegian Jewel.
Day 7 — Thursday, Dec 31, 2026 — St Thomas, US Virgin Islands
St Thomas, US Virgin Islands is a scheduled port of call on day 7 of the 12-night Caribbean Round-trip Miami: Curacao, Aruba & Dominican Republic cruise on Norwegian Jewel.
Day 8 — Friday, Jan 1, 2027 — Tortola, British Virgin Islands
Tortola, British Virgin Islands is a scheduled port of call on day 8 of the 12-night Caribbean Round-trip Miami: Curacao, Aruba & Dominican Republic cruise on Norwegian Jewel.
Day 9 — Saturday, Jan 2, 2027 — Puerto Plata/Amber Cove, Dominican Republic
Puerto Plata/Amber Cove, Dominican Republic is a scheduled port of call on day 9 of the 12-night Caribbean Round-trip Miami: Curacao, Aruba & Dominican Republic cruise on Norwegian Jewel.
Day 10 — Monday, Jan 4, 2027 — Miami, Florida
Miami, Florida is a scheduled port of call on day 10 of the 12-night Caribbean Round-trip Miami: Curacao, Aruba & Dominican Republic cruise on Norwegian Jewel.