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Celestevs Cruise Review on Carnival Elation on Nov 15, 2018

Carnival Elation Cruise Review

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Overall rating:

5 out of 5
Carnival Elation

Sail date: November 15, 2018

Ship: Carnival Elation

Reviewed: 5 years ago

Review summary

Cabin U111 I cruised on the Elation back in March. I was not impressed. It was the smallest ship I had been on in a while and it was filled with Spring Breakers. Fast Forward to this past week. Gave the Elation another try (it’s 40 minutes from my house and convenient for last minute getaways) and we loved it. So happy we gave it another try during a different time year. Have already booked another one on her in February of 2019. Embarkation: Our boarding time was scheduled for 11. We arrived at the port at 10 and they asked us to come back at 11. Understandable because the parking lot is limited and they were still unloading passengers from the previous sailing. Left the port and went to the Wendy’s about a 1/2 mile from the ship. When we arrived back at 11, we parked, went straight through security and walked right on board. Probably the easiest check in we have experienced. Cabin: Grand Suite U111. Our room was ready when we boarded, so we dropped off our luggage and retrieved our Sail and Sign Cards from the mail box. The cabin was spacious but the bathroom was the smallest we have had with a Suite. There was a tub, however it was not jetted like other ships. Not that I use the jetted tub anyway, I just took note to share with you guys. Because of the layout of the bed for my son, we were able to have cleaning service only once a day and still utilize the living room seating without having to disturb his sleeping area. Food/Dining: it’s typical Carnival Cruise food. No complaints. The Buffet, Guys Burgers, Pirates Pizza, Blue Iguana Cantina... food was always fresh and the line was never more than 4 people in line when we went to eat. Dining room- we had your time dining, which we prefer and we were always seated right away. We did utilize the Brunch in the dining room and it was the delicious. Sushi Bar: it’s located on the promenade area right inside the casino. I would have preferred not to be so close to the smoke, but the sushi, as always some of the best I have had on a cruise ship. Children’s Club O2: this was my sons (13yo) 5th cruise and he said he loved the kids club. They kept the activity schedule packed and when they were closed, there were kids in line waiting for it to open. Activities: This Fun Squad was the best. We loved Trivia with Emily. Cam is the Cruise Director and he is so engaging, approachable and full of energy. He is hands down the best Cruise Director we have had. Bar staff: Love the Atrium Bar and Staff (Steven, Mary Grace and Amie) - only wish the seats were more comfortable. Debarkation: We were held out to see because of Fog and did not reach port until 2 pm to debark. We sat in the Showroom all morning waiting till we were able to get off the ship. We vacated our cabin early and did not hold it up, so our Steward could do her job and get the room turned around for the next guest. The ship staff tried to make everyone as comfortable as possible, getting the guitarist out of bed to play in the atrium. Extending breakfast times, then opening Guys Burgers for lunch. In the Showroom they showed America’s Funniest Videos on the Screens. It was a 2 hour show... we watched it 4 times (it was on a loop). I don’t ever want to watch AFV again. Lol. When it was time to debark, they took you off floor by floor. If you had priority disembarking, it did not matter. After we made it off the ship, were quickly went through Customs and were in our vehicle. The Crew did the best they could.
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