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Carnival Elation Cruise Review to Caribbean - Bahamas
5 Night Bahamas (Jacksonville Roundtrip)
Sail date: January 23, 2017
Ship: Carnival Elation
Cabin type: Inside
Cabin number: E104
Traveled as: Couple
Reviewed: 7 years ago
Review summary
Getting on the ship was easy. Be sure to have all documentation ready. The ship is due for a freshening but if you aren't overly picky it's just fine. If you plan on having a good party time, get the drinks package. They add up surprisingly quickly. The comedian was funny and fresh. The musical acts in the main lounge were NOT good. The Sea Majors (outside the Drama Bar every night but one) were the best entertainment onboard. Great musicians and genuinely nice people. Kevin the cruise director is funny and engaging and extremely hard-working. The ports of Nassau and Freeport are mostly shopping opportunities. We did casual disembarkation. Had a lovely breakfast in the dining room and after a short wait getting off and through customs was a snap. Go! Cruise! Chill! Enjoy!!!
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Ship tip
If you opt for an inside stateroom be sure to set an alarm. With the lights off it is easy to lose track of time altogether.
Ports of call
Half Moon Cay, Bahamas (Private Island)
2 Comments
MrChocoholic 7 years ago
Pretty good review, touches most of the bases. My only bone of contention is your limited view of Nassau. There is a lot more there than shopping--and Atlantis. This island, New Providence, is steeped in history and filled with gorgeous architecture. The island food is excellent, underrated, nothing beats fresh conch salad. As far as private island stops, what's to dislike? Check out my video and see how it stacks up to your experience.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4b7VSZOlei4