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Apparently we are going to Manhattan first.... About Your Upcoming Travels Dear Guest, As promised, we wanted to provide you with an update to your Jewel of the Seas September 14th, 2023 sailing. Along with our Chief Meteorologist, Craig Setzer, we’ve been monitoring adverse weather from the remnants of Hurricane Lee. To ensure a safe and smooth journey, we’ll now overnight in Manhattan, New York instead of visiting Halifax, Nova Scotia. We’re sorry for any inconvenience caused by this. Nevertheless, we’re excited to sail away with you! Below please find our revised itinerary. Date Day Port of Call Arrive Depart 09/14/23 Thu Cape Liberty, New Jersey 5:00 PM 09/14/23 Thu Manhattan, New York 6:30 PM 09/15/23 Fri Manhattan, New York 8:00 PM 09/16/23 Sat Cruising 09/17/23 Sun Cruising 09/18/23 Mon Cruising 09/19/23 Tue Cruising 09/20/23 Wed Nuuk, Greenland 8:00 AM 5:00 PM 09/21/23 Thu Cruising 09/22/23 Fri Qaqortoq, Greenland 9:00 AM 7:00 PM 09/23/23 Sat Nanortalik, Greenland 7:00 AM 2:00 PM 09/24/23 Sun Cruising 09/25/23 Mon St. John’s, Newfoundland 7:00 AM 4:00 PM 09/26/23 Tue Cruising 09/27/23 Wed Cruising 09/28/23 Thu Cape Liberty, New Jersey 8:00 AM Sightseeing in Manhattan excites and amazes like nowhere else — and every neighborhood presents a fascinating, unique personality. Tour Rockefeller Center and catch a show at Radio City Music Hall. Walk the High Line and soak in the urban buzz of Times Square. Experience The Big Apple – by tour bus, subway, or on foot. Whatever you decide to do, we know you’ll have a memorable time! Any pre-paid Royal Caribbean International shore excursions booked for Halifax will automatically be refunded to your original form of payment. Feel free to visit the Royal Caribbean App and select the icon or pass by our Shore Excursions Desk on Deck 5 so our destination experts can help you plan your time in Manhattan. We’re sorry for the last-minute change caused by the weather – the safety and well-being of our guests and crew members remain our highest priority. Please know, being onboard a ship is one of the safest places to be because we are faster and can move out of the way of any inclement weather. This is the latest update. The situation does remain fluid, but we are currently looking good for travel to Greenland. We continue to closely monitor the weather conditions for our voyage and any potential delays or impacts to ensure a comfortable cruise. Our team will keep you informed every step of the way. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. We look forward to welcoming you onboard soon! Sincerely, Aurora Yera-Rodriguez AVP | Guest Experience Royal Caribbean International © 2023 Royal Caribbean International. Use of our various websites, mobile application(s), kiosks, and other digital platforms are subject to our Terms of Use. You are receiving this email message because you are booked on a Royal Caribbean International cruise. This email is informational only. Be sure to save Royal Caribbean International Express Notification Alerts and noreply@everbridge.net to your contacts, to ensure you receive all the important updates regarding your booking. Royal Caribbean Intl. 1050 Caribbean Way Miami, FL 33132 www.royalcaribbean.com

Just got the email too. Will be interesting (?!) We had an excursion in Greenland cancelled as well, although I think unrelated to the weather situation as I am aware of nothing else being cancelled.

Amen to the smooth seas. 😉

I know they charge some people because I had a towel charge (incorrectly) show up on the final night of my most recent cruise. I called Guest Services, they said it was removed and I confirmed about 30 minutes later that the credit was there. It is best to check your account periodically. Happy cruising.

@Jimbo Our last few cruises out of Bayonne there have been the traditional lines (vs. iPads.... although we did experience that process some years ago there). Lines were pretty long, however there were tons of check-in counters and the process (and photo) went quickly. On one cruise prior to boarding we had to sit in a waiting area with many rows of chairs. On our last cruise, after check-in, they sent us directly to board. So it all may depend on the time you arrive, etc.

We are on the Jewel cruise to Canada and Greenland. Departs a couple days after yours. Have a great time!

I luckily found it because I love the made to order omelets and never would have bothered with the MDR as we had 3 little grandkids with us 6 and under. 😉 🍳 When is your next cruise?

Hi! When we went on Oasis at the end of July, they did have an omelet station in the WJ, but it was somewhat hidden. There was a worker standing at the end of one area that said Eggs and more (or something to that effect). She gave you a beeper after you gave your order. It was probably the most efficient omelet station I have experienced in any WJ, and it was likely because there was no big sign or line.

Have been there and it is beautiful and wonderful.

We had connecting Boardwalk balcony staterooms on Oasis and had the permanent balcony divider that could not be opened.

@cublet My husband's great-grandfather came to the US from Bristol. His family apparently made pipes (as for smoking tobacco) there, not gelato. 😉 Great photo. Love the hats.

We would not want any of that. But would request a cab instead of the champagne. 🍷 Enjoy the cruise, @Lionesss

Thanks. Chart House. Weehawken, NJ.

Chart House. 🙂

Hi all, watching Carnival Venezia leave NYC from restaurant in New Jersey. Beautiful evening.

Watching Venezia leave NYC right now from restaurant in New Jersey. Looking forward to February 2024!

We were on Oasis the week prior to you guys and also had approx 6700 guests on board. We ate in MDR and Windjammer. We had our son and 3 of his kids, ages 6, 4, 2 in our party. The crew in both the MDR and Windjammer were kind and attentive given our craziness. Ha. We had never been on a cruise before with very little children and it was quite different and exhausting, but fun. Thanks for your review @mac_tlc

We have a lot of young relatives who want no part of checks. Another funny thing.... one of our sons when he graduated from university was clueless as to how to purchase a postage stamp.

Yes. Same Jewel cruise. We have only one Greenland excursion booked... the hiking one in Nuuk.

At least the owner shows he definitely makes business decisions! 😉 PS We are also booked for the Greenland cruise. Should be interesting. Wish there were a few more excursions.

Just off Oasis of the Seas (July 28 - August 4). Hope all of you are well. This was a very different cruise for us as we went with our older son and 3 of his children ages 6, 4, and 2. We came home quite exhausted. Ha. But we all had a good time. My husband and I typically do a bit of lounging around and there was none of that! Constant activity ... pools, slides, rock-climbing, mini-golf, ice skating, carousel, Aqua 80 and Frozen in Time shows ... and more. It was definitely the most crowded cruise we were ever on with almost 6700 guests. We went to the beach (Cocoa Beach) at Port Canaveral and Blue Lagoon at Nassau. Other stop was Coco Cay. Weather was good, but hot as expected. Best to all of you. 🏖️ 🚢

Have only seen in MDR. Children's dinner menu.

We have a couple coming up this year also. Hope you have a great time.

I don't take it as hate. Disagreement, bluntly stated, perhaps. Life is too short! Best to all. Happy cruising.

@firefly333 is a woman. She supports multiple cruise lines and is entitled to her opinions. Personally, I prefer milk in my coffee. 😉☕ Happy cruising to all of you.