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Departure Countdown
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SFO → JFK · Wed Jul 8, 2026
Trip at a Glance
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Outbound Flight
SFO → JFK · Wed Jul 8
Alaska AS20 · Depart 7:20am · Arrive 4:08pm
Edward, Emily, Joseph: OWYEUT · Seats 29A / 29B / 29C
Noelle: KGMUQS · Seat at check-in
Doreen: STIVRB · Seat at check-in
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NYC Hotel · 3 Nights
Residence Inn Marriott
170 Broadway · Downtown Manhattan · Jul 8–11
Hotels.com #73458016450818
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Cruise Departure · Sat Jul 11
Independence of the Seas
Cape Liberty, NJ · 3:00pm · Res# 6488075 · Room 7256, Deck 7
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Bermuda Cruise · 5 Nights
Jul 11 – Jul 16
Mid-Ship, Deck 7
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Return Flight — Doreen, Noelle, Emily, Joseph
JFK → SFO · Fri Jul 17
Alaska AS227 · Depart 9:30am · Arrive 12:52pm
Emily, Joseph: OWYEUT · Seat at check-in
Noelle: CMJGKH · Seat at check-in
Doreen: STIVRB · Seat at check-in
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Edward — Return Flight
JFK → SFO · Tue Jul 21
Alaska AS227 · Depart 9:30am · Arrive 12:52pm
Confirmation: OWYEUT
Weather
New York City Forecast
timeanddate.com · NYC · Jul 8–11
Bermuda Forecast
timeanddate.com · Hamilton · Jul 13–14
Windy — Wind & Waves
Atlantic Ocean · Sea conditions
Airline Confirmation
✈️Edward, Emily, Joseph · OWYEUT · Outbound seats 29A / 29B / 29C
✈️Noelle · Outbound KGMUQS · Return CMJGKH
✈️Doreen · STIVRB
💼Edward's return diverges from Emily/Joseph — same OWYEUT record, but he flies AS227 Tue Jul 21 9:30am instead of Fri Jul 17
🧳Carry-on included · Checked bags available for fee · No change fee on Main fare · Check in via Alaska app, bags dropped 50 min before departure
Day 1 · Wednesday July 8
Arrival Evening
You land at JFK at 4:08pm. Allow ~1 hour for bags + Uber to the hotel (~$60–75), or take the AirTrain + subway for a cheaper option. Settled by 5:30pm with a full evening in Lower Manhattan.
Budget option: AirTrain JFK to Howard Beach ($9, ~10 min) → A train to Fulton St (~40 min, $2.90 via OMNY) → walk 5 min to hotel. ~1–1.25 hrs total, $12/person vs. $60–75 for Uber.
170 Broadway, Downtown Manhattan. Drop bags, freshen up. You're steps from everything!
Walk 2 min south on Broadway
Quick, iconic NYC bagels for dinner — cheap and delicious. Perfect first meal after a long travel day.
💰 ~$10–15/person
— or —
🍕 Adrienne's Pizzabar (54 Stone St, 4 min walk) — coal-fired pizza on NYC's oldest cobblestone street. Casual outdoor seating, great for the whole family. ~$15–20/person
🇮🇹 Eataly Downtown (101 Liberty St, 3 min walk) — Italian market with pizza, pasta, and gelato counters. Something for everyone. ~$15–25/person
🇮🇹 Eataly Downtown (101 Liberty St, 3 min walk) — Italian market with pizza, pasta, and gelato counters. Something for everyone. ~$15–25/person
Walk 5 min north on Greenwich St to the Memorial
The outdoor pools are FREE and open late. A powerful, moving experience. Joseph will be transfixed. No tickets needed for the outdoor memorial.
💰 FREE
— or —
🌿 Battery Park — 10 min walk south to the tip of Manhattan. Waterfront promenade with sweeping harbor views and a Statue of Liberty sighting at dusk. Relaxed and scenic after a long travel day.
💰 FREE
Walk 10 min east to Brooklyn Bridge entrance on Centre St
Walk the bridge as the sun sets for jaw-dropping Manhattan skyline views. About 1 mile walk. Bring your cameras — best photos of the entire trip!
💰 FREE
Day 2 · Thursday July 9
Financial District + Free Ferry + Uptown
Start in your neighborhood, take the free Staten Island Ferry for Statue of Liberty views, hit the 9/11 Museum, then head uptown to the High Line, Central Park, and Times Square.
Fuel up right next to the hotel before the big day.
💰 ~$10–15/person
— or —
🥐 Financier Patisserie (62 Stone St, 4 min walk) — French bakery with croissants, quiche, and great coffee. A calm, charming start to the morning. ~$8–12/person
🍳 Two Hands (164 Mott St, Tribeca, 10 min walk) — beloved Australian cafe with excellent egg dishes and coffee. Worth the short walk. ~$15–20/person
🍳 Two Hands (164 Mott St, Tribeca, 10 min walk) — beloved Australian cafe with excellent egg dishes and coffee. Worth the short walk. ~$15–20/person
Walk 5 min south on Broadway to Bowling Green
Both free, right next to each other at Bowling Green. Go early for photos before the tourist crowds. Noelle and Emily will love the Fearless Girl!
💰 FREE
Walk 8 min north on Greenwich St to the 9/11 Memorial
One of the most powerful history experiences in America. Book tickets online in advance! Budget 2–2.5 hours. Note: closed Tuesdays — you're here Thursday, perfect.
💰 ~$33 adults · Kids under 12 FREE
Walk 5 min south to Whitehall Terminal — same neighborhood
100% FREE. Runs every 30 min. Sit on the RIGHT side heading toward Staten Island for the best Statue of Liberty views. Round trip ~50 min. Just show up!
💰 FREE
A or C train from Fulton St → 14th St (~15 min, $2.90). Tap card/phone via OMNY. Walk 10 min to High Line at Gansevoort St.
Free elevated park on an old railway. Art, gardens, Hudson River views. 1.5 miles end to end. Grab lunch from food vendors along the way.
💰 FREE
A, C, or E from 34th St–Penn Station → 59th St–Columbus Circle (2 stops, ~5 min, $2.90). Southwest entrance to Central Park.
A, C, or E → 59th St–Columbus Circle. Enter Central Park at the southwest corner.
Enter at Columbus Circle (59th St SW corner) and work your way north and east through the park. Allow 1.5–2 hours. 843 acres of pure NYC magic — here's your family route:
🗺️ FAMILY WALKING ROUTE
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Sheep Meadow
A sprawling 15-acre open lawn — the classic NYC "lay on the grass and stare up at the skyscrapers" moment. Grab hot dogs from a cart here. Pure New York.
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The Mall & Literary Walk
A grand tree-lined promenade — one of the largest remaining stands of American elms in North America. Statues of Shakespeare and other writers line the south end. Street performers often set up here in summer.
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Bethesda Terrace & Fountain
The park's crown jewel. The 26-foot Angel of the Waters bronze statue presides over the fountain. Walk through the tiled Arcade underneath — 16,000 Minton tiles on the ceiling and musicians often performing below. One of the most photographed spots in all of NYC.
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Bow Bridge
A gorgeous cast-iron bridge completed in 1862, arching over the Lake. Postcard-perfect views of the water with the Manhattan skyline behind. One of the most romantic and photographed spots in the entire park — great family photo stop.
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Strawberry Fields
A peaceful memorial to John Lennon, just steps from the Dakota building where he lived. The iconic "Imagine" mosaic is always surrounded by flowers and fans. A quiet, moving moment in the middle of the city.
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Loeb Boathouse (Optional)
Rent a rowboat on the Lake — $25/hour, up to 4 people per boat, first-come first-served. A genuinely fun family activity if you have time. The lake views from the water are stunning.
Walk 10 min east through the park to 5th Ave, then south to 50th St
America's most iconic Catholic cathedral, right on 5th Avenue. Free to enter — step inside for the soaring Gothic vaulted ceilings, stunning stained glass, and a moment of quiet before the chaos of Times Square. Construction began in 1858 and took 21 years to complete. Joseph will appreciate the history and the sheer scale of the building.
💰 FREE
Walk 2 min south on 5th Ave to 48th St — Rockefeller Center
The famous Art Deco plaza between 48th–51st St and 5th–6th Ave. Even without Christmas, there's always something going on — street performers, the plaza fountain, and the iconic gold Prometheus statue. A quick walk-through is absolutely worth it.
- 30 Rock Plaza — stand where the giant Christmas tree goes. The sunken plaza has a fountain in summer. Look up at the 70-story tower. Free to walk through anytime.
- Top of the Rock Observatory (optional) — 70th floor views rival the Empire State Building, with the added bonus of seeing the ESB itself in the skyline. ~$40/adult. Skip if time is tight.
- FAO Schwarz (30 Rockefeller Plaza, inside 30 Rock) — the legendary toy store reopened here in 2018. The giant floor piano from the movie "Big" is still there. Joseph will love it, and it's free to browse.
- NBC Studios — home of Saturday Night Live and the Tonight Show. Tours available (~$33) but the exterior and lobby area are free to see.
Walk 6 min south on 5th Ave or 6th Ave to Times Square at 42nd St
Best seen at night when the lights are electric! Free to walk around. Grab dinner at any of the dozens of restaurants nearby.
- The TKTS Booth Red Steps — the famous red bleacher steps above the discount Broadway ticket booth at 47th St. Climb them for the classic elevated view of the neon chaos below. Best photo spot in Times Square.
- One Times Square — the building where the New Year's Eve ball drops. Look up at the massive LED billboard wrapping the tower. Walk around the full block to take it all in.
- Broadway Theater District — marquees for a dozen shows light up the streets. Even if you're not seeing a show, the energy along 44th–47th St is electric.
- Madame Tussauds (optional, 234 W 42nd St) — NYC's famous wax museum. Emily and Noelle will get a kick out of the celebrity figures. ~$30–40/person, tickets cheaper online.
- Junior's Restaurant (1515 Broadway) — legendary NYC cheesecake since 1950. Grab a slice to eat on the go. A New York institution.
- M&M's World & Hershey's Store — touristy but genuinely fun for Joseph. Giant candy stores on the main strip, free to browse.
2 or 3 express from Times Square–42nd St → Fulton St (5 stops, ~12 min, $2.90). Walk 2 min back to hotel.
Day 3 · Friday July 10
Brooklyn Day
Cross the river for legendary food, the charming DUMBO neighborhood, and your last NYC dinner before the cruise tomorrow.
A NYC institution since 1914. Bagels with lox, smoked fish, pastrami salmon — an experience in itself. Go early to beat the line.
💰 ~$15–25/person
— also nearby —
🥩 Katz's Delicatessen (205 E Houston St, 2 min walk) — one of the most famous delis in the world since 1888. The pastrami on rye is legendary. Joseph: this is where the famous "When Harry Met Sally" diner scene was filmed. Get a ticket at the door and don't lose it!
💰 ~$20–30/person
F or M from 2nd Ave → York St in DUMBO (~10 min, $2.90)
OR: A or C from Broadway-Nassau → High St–Brooklyn Bridge (~8 min, $2.90). Walk 5 min to DUMBO waterfront.
Try Juliana's Pizza under the bridge — one of NYC's most beloved spots. Or explore the neighborhood's many cafes and restaurants.
💰 ~$15–25/person
A or C from High St → 59th St–Columbus Circle (~20 min, $2.90), then walk 20 min north along Central Park West to 79th St — or take the B or C one more stop to 81st St (museum entrance)
Take the subway uptown to one of the world's greatest natural history museums on Central Park West at 79th St. Plan for 2.5–3 hours — enough to hit all the highlights without rushing. Joseph will not want to leave.
- Hall of Ocean Life — a 94-foot blue whale suspended from the ceiling. One of the most jaw-dropping rooms in any museum anywhere.
- Dinosaur Halls (4th floor) — one of the largest dinosaur fossil collections in the world. T. rex, Triceratops, Brachiosaurus. Joseph could spend an hour here alone.
- Rose Center for Earth and Space — the massive glass cube housing the Hayden Planetarium. Stunning architecture even from outside.
- Theodore Roosevelt Memorial Hall — the grand entrance hall named for NYC's own president, with a towering equestrian statue outside on Central Park West.
- Hall of Gems — home of the 563-carat Star of India sapphire, one of the largest in the world.
— or if skipping the museum —
🛍️ SoHo — cast-iron buildings, boutiques, street art. Great for Noelle and Emily.
🌳 West Village — cobblestone streets, ivy-draped brownstones, cozy cafes. Washington Square Park is here too — free, lively, and historically a Revolutionary War burial ground (Joseph will love that).
🚴 Hudson River Greenway — waterfront walk or Citi Bike ride with river views. Citi Bike ~$15/day pass.
🌳 West Village — cobblestone streets, ivy-draped brownstones, cozy cafes. Washington Square Park is here too — free, lively, and historically a Revolutionary War burial ground (Joseph will love that).
🚴 Hudson River Greenway — waterfront walk or Citi Bike ride with river views. Citi Bike ~$15/day pass.
B or C from 81st St → W 4th St–Washington Sq (~10 min, $2.90) — or Uber from museum to West Village (~$18–25)
NYC pizza institution since 1929. Coal-fired brick oven. Whole pies only — no slices. No reservations, arrive early. The perfect last dinner in NYC.
💰 ~$20–30/person
Day 4 · Saturday July 11
Cruise Day! 🚢
Check out, grab breakfast, and head to Cape Liberty in Bayonne, NJ for your 3:00pm departure on Independence of the Seas!
Check out by noon. Pack the night before! Store any extra luggage at the hotel if needed while you grab breakfast nearby.
Walk 2 min to Liberty Bagels or any nearby cafe for quick breakfast
Last walk around the Financial District before heading to the port. Everything is within a 5–10 min walk of the hotel — pick what fits the time.
- Federal Hall National Memorial ⭐ — the most historically significant spot in lower Manhattan for Joseph. This is the exact site where George Washington was inaugurated as the first U.S. President on April 30, 1789. The original building was also the first capitol of the United States. The current Greek Revival building (1842) houses a free museum with artifacts from the founding era. The bronze Washington statue out front is iconic. Open 9am–5pm, FREE.
- Wall Street & NYSE — the iconic street sign, the columned New York Stock Exchange facade, and the energy of the world's financial center.
- Trinity Church — built 1846, Alexander Hamilton is buried in the churchyard. One of NYC's oldest landmarks.
- Oculus / WTC Transit Hub — Santiago Calatrava's stunning white-ribbed architecture. Worth a quick walk-through.
- Stone Street — NYC's oldest cobblestone street (1658), lined with historic buildings. A quiet, photogenic detour.
- FDR note for Joseph — the main FDR Presidential Library is in Hyde Park, NY (2 hrs north, great day trip another time). In NYC, the Theodore Roosevelt Birthplace (28 E 20th St, Flatiron) is a fascinating museum — TR was born there in 1858, and it's a National Historic Site with period rooms and artifacts. ~$10/adult, free under 16. Worth a visit if the group is near Midtown on any day.
Uber XL or taxi to Cape Liberty Cruise Port, 14 Port Terminal Blvd, Bayonne NJ. Budget ~$55–70 and 45–60 min. Pre-book an Uber XL for 5 people the night before!
Arrive by 1:00–1:30pm for a 3:00pm departure. Allow time for check-in, security, and boarding. Have your reservation #6488075 and IDs ready.
5 nights to Bermuda begins! Room 7256 · Mid-Ship · Deck 7.
🏝️ Bermuda here we come!
Transit Tips
📱 Getting Around NYC
•Use OMNY — tap any credit card or phone at subway turnstiles. $2.90/ride, no MetroCard needed
•Download MTA app or Citymapper for real-time subway status
•Avoid rush hour: 8–9:30am and 4:30–7pm weekdays — you're mostly mid-day so you'll be fine
•With 5 people, move to center of the subway car and take backpacks off at busy times
•Subway runs 24/7 — NYC never sleeps
Book in Advance
🏛️ 9/11 Memorial & Museum
Book at 911memorial.org — sells out in summer
~$33 adults · Kids under 12 FREE
🍕 Rubirosa Restaurant
Book via Resy immediately for Thursday lunch
~$20–30/person
🚢 Royal Caribbean Online Check-in
Complete 45 days before sail date
Included with cruise
🚕 Uber XL to Cape Liberty
Pre-book the night before for 5 people
~$55–70 for the group
Budget Summary
💰 Estimated NYC Costs
•9/11 Museum: ~$132 for 4 adults (under 12 free)
•Meals: ~$50–80/day for the whole family (bagels, pizza, food vendors)
•Subway: $2.90/ride per person via OMNY tap
•Uber/taxi to Cape Liberty: ~$55–70 for the group
•Brooklyn Bridge, High Line, Central Park, Ferry, Times Square: ALL FREE 🎉
Sea Day · Sunday July 12
Day at Sea 🌊
Your first full day aboard Independence of the Seas. No agenda — just explore the ship, relax, and get your sea legs. This is the day to discover everything onboard!
Ship Highlights to Explore
MORNING
🏄 FlowRider Surf Simulator
Royal Caribbean exclusive — a stationary wave you can bodyboard or surf on. Joseph will want to spend the whole day here. Sign up early, slots fill fast!
💰 Included
MORNING
🎯 Battle for Planet Z — Laser Tag
Glow-in-the-dark laser tag — a Royal Caribbean exclusive. Perfect family activity. Check the daily Cruise Compass for session times.
💰 Included
AFTERNOON
🏊 Pools & Waterslides
The Perfect Storm dueling waterslides are a must. Adults — the Solarium is a adults-only pool area, perfect for a peaceful afternoon while the kids splash around in the main pool.
💰 Included
AFTERNOON
⛸️ Ice Skating Rink
Yes — an ice rink on a cruise ship! One of the coolest surprises for first-time cruisers. Check Cruise Compass for open skate times. Skate rentals included.
💰 Included
AFTERNOON
🎮 Playmakers Sports Bar & Arcade
Massive arcade with classic and modern games. Your 11-year-old will be in heaven. Buy an arcade card to load credits — more economical than paying per game.
💰 Arcade credits extra
EVENING
🎭 Broadway-Style Show
Check the Cruise Compass for tonight's main theater show. Royal Caribbean productions are genuinely impressive. Book dinner reservations around the show time so you don't miss it!
💰 Included
📋 Sea Day Tips
•Pick up the Cruise Compass daily newsletter — it lists all activities, shows, and meal hours
•Book specialty restaurants today for your Bermuda evenings back onboard
•The Windjammer buffet is always open for casual meals — great for the family
•Explore all 18 decks today so you're not lost in port days!
Bermuda Day 1 · Monday July 13 🏝️
Royal Naval Dockyard & History Day
You dock right at King's Wharf in the Royal Naval Dockyard — one of the most historically rich cruise ports in the world. Perfect for your history-loving son. Spend the morning exploring the fort and museum steps from the ship, then venture out in the afternoon.
🚢 Port Info — King's Wharf
•Ship docks right at the Dockyard — everything nearby is walkable from the gangway
•US dollars accepted everywhere at 1:1 with the Bermudian dollar
•You cannot rent a car in Bermuda — get around by ferry, bus, taxi, or scooter
•Buy a ferry & bus Day Pass at the Visitor Info Booth on the pier — $20 for 2 days, unlimited travel
Steps from the ship inside the Keep Fort — Bermuda's largest fort. 500+ years of history: gold bars from shipwrecks, maritime artifacts, the War of 1812, trans-Atlantic slavery exhibits. Kids love the Museum Playground with a giant moray eel and lighthouse to climb. Joseph will be obsessed.
💰 ~$15 adults · Kids under 6 FREE
Walk 2 min within the Dockyard complex
Inside the museum grounds — watch or swim with dolphins in a lagoon. A once-in-a-lifetime experience, especially for your son. Must book in advance online. Swim sessions are expensive but unforgettable. Watch-only is cheaper.
💰 Watch FREE · Swim ~$199/person
Walk through the Dockyard to the Clocktower Mall and waterfront restaurants
Try Bone Fish Bar & Grill or Frog & Onion Pub right in the Dockyard. Must-orders: Bermuda fish chowder (dark rum poured on top!) and fish sandwich. Outdoor seating with harbor views.
💰 ~$20–35/person
Ferry from Dockyard → Hamilton (~20 min, included in Day Pass). Departures roughly every 30–60 min.
Bermuda's vibrant capital. Stroll Front Street with its iconic pastel-colored buildings, boutique shops, and harbor views. Browse local art, jewelry, and duty-free shops. Very walkable and charming — a classic Bermuda afternoon.
💰 FREE to explore
Ferry back from Hamilton → Dockyard (~20 min, included in Day Pass). Check last ferry time — aim to be back aboard ship 30 min before departure.
The ship stays docked overnight — no departure tonight! Head to the top deck for sunset views over the Dockyard and Bermuda's turquoise water. Dinner onboard or at a Dockyard restaurant.
💰 Dinner included onboard
Bermuda Day 2 · Tuesday July 14 🏖️
Pink Sand Beach Day
Today is all about Bermuda's world-famous beaches and the incredible Crystal Caves. This is the day your family will talk about for years. Pink sand, turquoise water, underground caves — Bermuda at its absolute best.
Go early before the tour buses arrive! Underground limestone caves with floating pontoon walkways over crystal-clear pools. Stalactites, stalagmites, and eerie blue light — genuinely magical. Joseph will be awestruck. Fantasy Cave is smaller and less visited — do both!
💰 ~$30 adults · ~$15 kids
Bus from Dockyard → Crystal Caves (~30 min, included in Day Pass). Take Bus #1 toward St. George's. Ask the driver to call your stop at Bailey's Bay / Crystal Caves.
Bermuda's most iconic beach — and one of the most beautiful in the world. Blush-pink sand, turquoise water, dramatic rock formations. Beach chairs, umbrellas, changing rooms, snack bar, and a restaurant all on site. Plan to spend at least 2–3 hours here. Swim, snorkel, explore the coves. Pure paradise.
💰 FREE · Chairs ~$20/pair · Snorkel rental ~$15
Bus from Crystal Caves → Horseshoe Bay (~25 min on Bus #1 or #7 toward South Shore). Or take a taxi (~$20). The bus stop is a short walk down from the beach entrance.
If the family still has energy — Snorkel Park is a 5-min walk from the ship at the Dockyard. Calm, clear water perfect for snorkeling right off the beach. Great for kids. Equipment rentals on site. A perfect low-key end to the day.
💰 ~$5 entry · Snorkel gear rental ~$15
Bus from Horseshoe Bay back toward Dockyard (~35 min). Or taxi (~$25). Be back at the ship with time to spare — ship departs this evening. Check your exact departure time onboard.
The ship departs this evening. Head to the top deck to watch Bermuda fade into the horizon — one of the most beautiful moments of any cruise. Grab a drink, take in the pastel buildings and turquoise water one last time. Bermuda, you've been incredible.
💰 Dinner included onboard
🏖️ Beach Day Tips
•Bring reef-safe sunscreen — Bermuda requires it and the sun is strong in July
•Horseshoe Bay has lockers — leave valuables there, not on the beach
•The bus Day Pass ($20 for 2 days) covers today's travel — buy it at the pier on Day 1
•Buses run roughly every 15–30 min — check posted schedules at stops
•Know your ship's all-aboard time — missing the ship is a real thing!
Sea Day · Wednesday July 15
Homeward Bound 🌊
Last full day at sea. Time to relax, enjoy the ship one more time, and start thinking about how soon you can do this again. Also: packing day!
MORNING
☀️ Sleep In & Slow Morning
You've earned it! Late breakfast at the Windjammer, coffee on the balcony or deck, and a gentle final morning at sea. Let the family decompress and soak in the last day.
AFTERNOON
🎮 Final Ship Activities
Last chance for the FlowRider, pools, laser tag, and arcade. Noelle and Emily might enjoy the casino this afternoon. Check Cruise Compass for any special last-day activities or contests.
AFTERNOON
🧳 Packing & Luggage Tags
Royal Caribbean will deliver disembarkation luggage tags to your cabin today. Fill them out, pack bags you want portered off, and leave outside your cabin door by midnight. Keep out clothes and essentials for tomorrow morning.
⚠️ Don't forget to settle your onboard account!
EVENING
🍽️ Farewell Dinner
Last night in the main dining room — dress up a little! This is the night to celebrate an amazing vacation. Order extra dessert. You're on a cruise.
💰 Included
🏠 Disembarkation Tips (Thu Jul 16)
•Ship arrives Cape Liberty early morning (~7:00am)
•Self-disembarkation (carry your own bags): off earliest, usually 7–8am
•Porter-assisted: assigned color-coded groups, typically 8–10am
•Uber XL from Cape Liberty to JFK area hotel — ~45–60 min, ~$55–70. Pre-book the night before.
•Family flies home Fri Jul 17 morning — one night near JFK keeps the departure stress-free.
Day 9 · Thursday July 16
Disembark & Last Night Together 🏠
The cruise ends this morning at Cape Liberty. Edward picks up the rental car at Newark Airport — a short Uber from the port. Family stays together one last night before the Friday morning flight.
7:00–9:00 AM
🚢 Disembark — Cape Liberty
Ship docks at Cape Liberty, Bayonne NJ. Self-disembark (carry bags) gets you off earliest — 7–8am. Porter-assisted groups follow 8–10am. Clear customs, collect bags.
⚠️ Settle onboard account the night before!
Uber to Newark Airport — ~10 min from Cape Liberty, ~$15–20
134 Lindbergh Rd, Newark, NJ 07114
Intermediate SUV Automatic · Ref: 48855482US4 · Amex GBT Ref: NKOQHR
Drop-off: JFK Airport, Tue Jul 21 at 6:00am · Rate: $79/day
Intermediate SUV Automatic · Ref: 48855482US4 · Amex GBT Ref: NKOQHR
Drop-off: JFK Airport, Tue Jul 21 at 6:00am · Rate: $79/day
AFTERNOON
☀️ Rest & Last Night Together
After 5 nights on the ship, a calm afternoon is earned. Pack tonight — the family has a 9:30am flight tomorrow and needs an early start.
EVENING
🍽️ Last Family Dinner Together
The last meal with everyone together. Make it count.
💰 Make it special!
Day 10 · Friday July 17
Family Flies Home · Edward Stays ✈️
Doreen, Noelle, Emily, and Joseph take AS227 home at 9:30am. Edward sees them off at JFK and begins his extended solo time in New York.
6:00 AM
⏰ Early Start — Head to JFK
9:30am departure means leaving the hotel no later than 6:30am. Check in online 24 hrs before. Carry-on included in Main fare. Everyone hugs, then they're off — and Edward's solo trip begins.
Alaska Airlines AS227 · Depart 9:30am JFK · Arrive 12:52pm SFO
Doreen: STIVRB · Noelle: CMJGKH · Emily & Joseph: OWYEUT
Doreen: STIVRB · Noelle: CMJGKH · Emily & Joseph: OWYEUT
70 Challenger Road, Ridgefield Park, NJ 07660 · (201) 641-2024
Ref: 3500276504 · Check-in Fri Jul 17 · Check-out Mon Jul 20 · 3 nights
Drive from JFK: ~35 min via I-278 W · Rate: $371.68/night
Ref: 3500276504 · Check-in Fri Jul 17 · Check-out Mon Jul 20 · 3 nights
Drive from JFK: ~35 min via I-278 W · Rate: $371.68/night
Days 11–12 · Sat–Sun Jul 18–19 · Edward
Working · Hilton Garden Inn Ridgefield Park 💼
Staying at Hilton Garden Inn Ridgefield Park through Monday morning checkout.
70 Challenger Road, Ridgefield Park, NJ 07660 · (201) 641-2024
Ref: 3500276504 · 3 nights · Check-out Mon Jul 20
Rate: $371.68/night
Ref: 3500276504 · 3 nights · Check-out Mon Jul 20
Rate: $371.68/night
Days 13–14 · Mon Jul 20 – Tue Jul 21 · Edward
Working & Fly Home 💼
Check out of Ridgefield Park Monday, move to JFK hotel for an early Tuesday departure.
148-18 134th Street, Jamaica, NY 11430 · (718) 322-4448
Ref: 3493696996 · 1 night · Check-out Tue Jul 21
Rate: $238.64/night · 5 min from JFK terminals
Ref: 3493696996 · 1 night · Check-out Tue Jul 21
Rate: $238.64/night · 5 min from JFK terminals
305 Federal Circle, Jamaica, NY 11430 · Drop-off by 6:00am
Ref: 48855482US4 · Amex GBT: NKOQHR
Ref: 48855482US4 · Amex GBT: NKOQHR
Alaska AS227 · Depart 9:30am JFK · Arrive 12:52pm SFO · Confirmation OWYEUT