Cost
What does this trip cost?
Visit the Trip Package page for details.
Note:
- Rates are per person.
- Single-occupancy cabins are 200% the price of double-occupancy cabins.
- Prices do not include transportation to and from Boston/Port of Boston, pre- and post-cruise hotel accommodations, and optional shore excursions.
- Travel arrangements are the responsibility of Modern Woodmen Travels New England/ Canada Cruise attendees.
What's included in the cost?
Visit the Trip Package tab for details on what's included.
Do any special offers apply to attendees' reservations?
Yes! Each stateroom receives a $50 onboard credit and each Modern Woodmen member receives a $50 onboard credit.
In addition, each attendee's reservation will include two special "upgrades": 1) Royal Caribbean's VOOM Surf+Streaming Package for one device; and 2) Royal Caribbean's Refreshment Package, featuring a souvenir cup and unlimited sodas, still/sparkling water, premium juices, coffee, tea and nonalcoholic cocktails.
How many people can stay in a cabin?
Cabins in our block are single- and double-occupancy. Triple- or quad-occupancy cabins have very limited availability. Should you be interested, please call Karen Mizner at 309-395-1070 or email Karen.Mizner@modern-woodmen.org.
What "basic gratuities" are included in the trip package?
Cabin prices include minimal gratuities to specific Royal Caribbean cruise staff (see the list below). Consider providing additional tips to these individuals or other staff, should you receive good service aboard the ship.
- Stateroom steward
- Head waiter
- Waiter
- Assistant waiter
What if I book my cabin directly through Royal Caribbean or a discount travel website?
If you book outside the Modern Woodmen Travels group, you will not be considered part of our group and will not be permitted to attend our group events or enjoy our attendee perks.
The cost for the Modern Woodmen group includes taxes, port fees and two Royal Caribbean packages not included in basic cabin prices. In addition, our Modern Woodmen Travels cruise will feature onsite staff members who can answer questions and resolve issues that may arise.
Payment
Is a deposit required to reserve my spot on the cruise?
$500 is required at registration to reserve your cabin.
When is full payment due?
Final payments are due by June 30, 2024. Modern Woodmen will charge your card if it is still on file by the due date. Otherwise, please call to make your final payment ... or a Modern Woodmen representative will call you.
Can I make payments?
Yes. Call Karen Mizner, Fraternal Department at 309-395-1070 to make payments over the phone prior to the June 30, 2024 deadline. Or you may mail your check(s), made out to Modern Woodmen of America, to:
Karen Mizner, Fraternal Department
Modern Woodmen of America
1701 1st Avenue
Rock Island IL 61201
Can I cancel my cruise reservation if necessary?
Please contact Modern Woodmen’s Fraternal Department at 800-322-9805 if you must cancel. Deposits are fully refundable until the June 30, 2024 deadline. After that date, a $500 cancellation fee (the deposit amount) will apply. After July 1, no refunds will be provided.
Please view the Royal Caribbean cancellation schedule for details on cancellation penalties, should you need to cancel after submitting your final cruise payment.
Can I make a donation to the Animal Rescue League of Greater Portland fundraiser once aboard the ship?
Unfortunately, Royal Caribbean policy prohibits collecting donations aboard the Jewel of the Seas. However, you can modify your online registration any time before June 30, 2024 to add a donation. Or call Karen Mizner, Fraternal Department, at 309-395-1070 to add a donation.
Go to the Fundraiser tab to learn more about our fundraiser. Or visit the ARLGP website. Modern Woodmen will match funds raised up to $2,500!
Travel Insurance
Does Royal Caribbean offer travel insurance?
Royal Caribbean's Travel Protection Program may help protect you before, during and after your voyage with cancellation and interruption benefits, sickness and accident medical services, and baggage protection. The Royal Caribbean Travel Protection Program is not included in Modern Woodmen's trip package but is available to all guests at additional cost (TBD). You may indicate you'd like to add this travel protection on your registration form. If you later decide you'd like add it, please call the Fraternal Department at 800-322-9805 or email Fraternal@modern-woodmen.org.
Once you receive your confirmation email from 3D Cruise Partners, you will have the opportunity to book your travel protection directly through Royal Caribbean's travel partner, Aon. To do this, you will need the Cruise Booking ID, found in the email you received from 3D Cruise Partners. You may call Aon at 1-800-453-4022 or book online. Simply:
- Go to the Aon website.
- Complete the required fields, including departure date, ship name, number of travelers and Cruise Booking ID.
Please note: Coverage must be purchased online no later than the Final Payment date of June 30, 2024. After June 30, please call Aon directly at 1-800-453-4022.
New York residents are not eligible for Royal Caribbean's Travel Protection Program. Please visit the Aon Affinity website to enroll directly.
No matter what travel insurance company you work with, be sure to read your insurance policy thoroughly so you understand what it covers ... and what it doesn't.
Pre-Trip Planning
When do I check in for the New England/Canada Cruise?
Royal Caribbean will notify you by email when online check-in is available for our cruise.
What should I pack?
Bring a limited amount of cash for onboard gratuities and shopping at our cruise ports. (U.S. dollars are accepted. Credit cards are also often accepted with a small additional fee.)
Learn more on the FAQs page of Royal Caribbean's website.
Will I need a passport for the cruise?
Royal Caribbean strongly recommends all guests travel with a valid passport. Find out why.
To learn more about applying for or renewing a passport, please visit the Travel.State.Gov website. To avoid any issues, ensure your passport is valid through April 2025.
Besides a passport, what other forms of identification are accepted?
To sail, each cruise guest must have a Royal Caribbean SetSail Pass! You can obtain this pass online anytime after your final payment has been made. You must complete and print your SetSail Pass no later than THREE days prior to your sail date (September 29).
In addition to the SetSail Pass, you are required to provide one of the following:
- A U.S. passport book OR a U.S. passport card.
- A U.S. birth certificate AND a valid government-issued ID (state ID card, driver's license or military ID).
- A permanent resident card (Alien Resident Card - "ARC" - OR Green Card) AND a valid passport from your country of citizenship.
- U.S. Naturalization Certificate AND a valid government-issued ID (state ID card, driver's license OR military ID).
- An Enhanced Driver's License (EDL) that is not expired. (Only available in Michigan, Minnesota, New York, Vermont and Washington State.) Please note an EDL is different from a REAL ID-compliant ID. The EDL has a flag on the front of the card.
Please note:
- All documents must be original. No photocopies.
- Your name must match across documents. If your travel documentation does not match the information in Royal Caribbean's database, you may be denied boarding.
You will also need to provide the credit card you used to set up your Royal Caribbean onboard expense account when you completed the online check-in process.
Visit Royal Caribbean's website for complete details on travel documents and requirements.
What are Royal Caribbean's current COVID-19 testing/vaccination requirements?
The COVID-19 vaccination and pre-cruise testing are no longer required to sail with Royal Caribbean, though it does recommend you be fully vaccinated against the virus.
Please visit Royal Caribbean Travel & Itinerary Updates webpage regularly for updates regarding our New England/Canada Cruise.
When should I plan to arrive in Boston?
Modern Woodmen strongly recommends you arrive the day before our September 29 departure date.
You should arrive at Royal Caribbean's Cruise Terminal at least two hours before our 5 p.m. ship departure to allow time to go through security and board the ship. (Be sure to note your boarding time listed on your boarding pass!)
What if I'm flying to Boston?
Check out the Travel & Accommodations tab for information about Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) and details on hotels near the Port of Boston.
Rideshare and taxi services are available at Logan. Follow the signs.
What if I'm driving to Boston?
If you're driving to the Port of Boston, learn more about parking near the port on Royal Caribbean's website.
When should I plan to depart Boston?
The Jewel of the Seas arrives at the Port of Boston at 7 a.m. on Sunday, October 6. It will likely take time to disembark, retrieve your luggage and get to your car/find transportation to the airport. If you're flying home, we recommend scheduling your return flight after noon.
Keep the good times coming: stay extra days in Beantown! Visit the Meet Boston website for ideas.
Please note: New England/Canada Cruise attendees are responsible for reserving and covering the cost of their optional pre- and post-cruise hotel accommodations. See the Travel and Accommodations tab for a list of hotels near the port.
What kinds of activities are available aboard the ship?
Check out this webpage on Royal Caribbean's website for details on Jewel of the Seas restaurants, shows and other important information.
Where can I find more information about the Jewel of the Seas?
Visit Royal Caribbean's website to learn more about our cruise ship!
What will I find to do at each cruise port?
Check out the Itinerary tab for some ideas. Then, once you register for the trip and receive a confirmation email directly from Royal Caribbean, you can log in to Royal Caribbean's website and explore the shore excursions it offers at each port.
Can I book an excursion outside of Royal Caribbean?
You may book a shore excursion on your own, but please do your homework to ensure your tour operator is reputable!
Be aware the ship will not wait for a non-Royal Caribbean tour group that returns late to the dock. If a Royal Caribbean tour group is delayed, the ship will wait for you. If for some reason the ship cannot wait due to its scheduling, Royal Caribbean will make all arrangements to return you to the ship at no cost to you.
Do I need to sign up for shore excursions ahead of time?
You can wait to sign up for shore excursions, but be aware some popular excursions sell out and may be unavailable by the time you board the ship.
