Carnival Elation Cruise Reviews - Reviews

I had a fun time. They do a good job with fun. The ship is old and small, but it was fun.

I enjoyed the cruise ship. But the disembarkation was TERRIBLE!!! Waited over 1 1/2 hours when papers said carry off luggage would start by muster station at 8:00 am. Finally got off after 9:30!! 🥺🥺

60% full, seemed like we had the boat to ourselves. Typical carnival food fair. Had to be fully vaccinated, and she proof. Needed a COVID-19 test 2 days prior to sailing. No real problem to we were cruising again!!!!

For my first cruise, this went better than I expected based on reviews I had read. I did a lot of research to know what I was getting into, so I felt prepared for the little bumps in the road I ran into. My cabin was great, the staff was wonderful, the food was more than okay and the entertainment was fun. I definitely got my monies worth.

Loved it. Stayed on the ship. We enjoyed everything about it. The food and drinks. Our cabin steward was amazing. The ship is smaller but easy to get around on it. We enjoyed the shows. The pool area was fun. Loved karaoke.

We had an amazing time. We are looking forward to our next cruise which will be on the new ship Mardi Gra with our extended family.

Overall cruise was great. Staff was fantastic and went above and beyond to take care of you. I definitely recommend carnival to everyone I talk to. Definitely sad about missing one of our ports.

Utter disappointment due to missing Amber Cove. Won't sail with Carnival again.

Was very rocky with azipod issues, high seas, leaving 3 hours late, missing a port. Wife was sea sick and people could not walk safely anywhere. Free puke bags being given out. Thank god I dont get sea sick.

I didn't see any pride in the ship. I haven't seen that much rust ever.

We chose the Elation due to the great price for a family of 5 in an interior and because I wanted to try these ports. I’d go back to both ports and would cruise Elation again.

We went to celebrate birthday and anniversary. Friendly staff and mature crowd. Amber Cove and Grand Turks excursions was full of fun. We had an opportunity to see the island as we commute to the excursions. We are excited and ready to book our next cruise with Carnival.

We enjoyed our first cruise, however we will look for adult only future cruises due to parents not mindful of young children running thru the stateroom halls. (Maybe put up signs as reminders) You should consider putting the casino on a floor that is enclosed away from others who cant be around smoke.

This was the most relaxing cruise ever, despite the rough waters. The crew and staff were excellent with making sure we had a great time. Will book again!

Cruise was awesome great friends to travel with. Food was great, the violinists were the best. Didn't do any excursions just some shopping beach and pool

Everything was great. Staff were so nice. Love Alex the cruise director and Aussie Dave. Christopher our waiter was great as was Nerman. Love Riley.

Given some of the mixed reviews we recently read we were pleasantly surprised with all aspects of the cruise. Yes, the Elation is an older ship without some of the latest bells and whistles. But it was a perfect size for our young grandsons (3 & 5) and the ports of call (Grand Turk and Amber Cove) were user friendly. Also, the length of the cruise (5 days) was just right for the little ones. The ship was clean; the staff was courteous, friendly, and competent; the food was varied and tasty; and the rooms were well laid out and relatively spacious. Everyone had a fantastic time and didn't want to leave. Perhaps the best family vacation yet.

A family cruise along with my wife’s longtime friend, who she has not seen in years, and her husband. It was their first time cruising together and they are already talking about booking another one.

We loved the ship size and layout. The on board shows were excellent. Amber Cove and Grand Turk have clean, safe ports.

This was our best family vacation to date. First time cruisers going in.....lifelong cruisers coming out.