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I'm starting a new series of Cruise Critic albums that focuses on the Thermal Spa and Locker rooms (gym and/or spa) on every ship I visit. SHIP: Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) Jewel SHIP CLASS: Jewel Class DATE OF PHOTOS: 2019 November & 2019 May What's on board: Co-ed Thermal Spa/Suite section Located on Deck 12 at the front of the ship, in the center between the Men's and Women's Spa locker room with floor to ceiling windows that overlook the bow of the ship 6 heated ceramic tile loungers 4 cushion chairs Hydro-therapy pool with built-in loungers 2 open shower area Flavored cold water (usually orange slices) dispenser and hot water dispenser for making tea Bowl of fruits - usually oranges and apples Rack of white bath towels No TV in this section - generally quiet Not included in cruise fare - see Thermal Spa pass charges below Unisex (male & female) spa locker room (Men's side) Located on Deck 12 at the front of the ship, on the Port side of the ship with floor to ceiling windows that overlook the the bow and port side of the ship 1 steam room with clear glass door Fits about 10 adults Plastic construction Has cold water hose No windows to outside 1 sauna room with clear glass door Fits about 12 adults Wood multi-level benches Electric hot stones heater Has wood bucket and ladle to pour water on hot stones Has expansive window views to the port side of the ship 1 hot tub jacuzzi Fits about 5-6 adults Powerful jets that can be adjusted Mounted above floor and has wood stairs (can be slippery) with railings to go up into the tub *Personal favorite as the warm jets are comforting with views of the ocean or mounted TVs 1 cold plunge water tub between the steam room and sauna Mounted above floor and has wood stairs to go up into the tub 6 full-size cushion loungers (very comfortable) 2 ceiling-mounted TVs - controlled by remotes; can be turned on loud or muted or turned OFF 2 shower stalls with frosted glass door and 1 large accessible shower stall with white curtains 2 open shower area in the middle of the spa area 2 semi-private tropical rain shower stalls 2 toilet stalls - 1 regular and 1 accessible 2 sinks with counter and mirror 1 vanity counter with hair dryer and mirror About 50+ mid-sized locks with big square wood bench in front Uses combination numbers to lock and unlock For day use only i.e. don't leave things overnight White towels provided for shower White bath robes provided for use in the co-ed Thermal Spa section or your spa treatment session Flavored cold water (usually orange slices) dispenser Not included in cruise fare - see Thermal Spa pass charges below Unisex (male & female) gym locker room (Men's side) Located on Dec 12 on the mid-forward Port side of the ship 1 steam room with glass door Fits about 6 adults Plastic construction Quite clean Has cold water hose Limited to gym hours but shut-off at 9-10 PM 1 shower stall with frosted glass door 1 toilet stall 1 sink with counter and mirror 1 vanity counter with hair dryer and mirror About 20 mid-sized lockers with attached wood bench Uses combination numbers to lock and unlock For day use only i.e. don't leave things overnight White towels provided for shower No windows looking out on Men's side Free What's the cost or charge? Unisex gym locker rooms are complimentary and for use in the gym. Thermal Spa/Suite is NOT included in your cruise fare unless you're in a Spa cabin. Thermal Spa/Suite pass for the entire cruise were: For 2019-11 17-days South Pacific cruise = Paid on board USD $299 For 2019-05 15-days Trans-Pacific cruise = Pre-pay USD $269; Paid on board USD $299 Thermal Spa or Suite daily pass: Unknown. UPDATES REQUIRED: If there has been a change and you have the photos to go with it, please reach out to me and I'll give you permission to upload your photos to add to this album to keep it updated. If you went on a recent cruise on NCL Jewel and paid for your Thermal Spa or Suite pass (either entire cruise OR daily pass), please let me know and I'll update the above sections. If you see mistakes or factual errors above, please also contact me. THANK YOU!