Carnival Elation sails from Jacksonville, Florida, on voyages to the Bahamas.
By John Roberts
Carnival Elation is in the final stages of a multi-million-dollar makeover that includes the addition of a WaterWorks park, 38 new cabins, 98 balconies to existing staterooms and new bars and eateries. Best of all, it's getting a Guy's Burger Joint! The gourmet burger eatery is a favorite among Carnival cruisers -- and it's included in your fare.
Following the extensive renovation, Carnival Elation will resume its year-round schedule of four- to eight-day cruises from Jacksonville, Fla., on October 7.
Carnival Elation's new features include:
Guy's Burger Joint: The free-of-charge poolside venue was developed in partnership with Food Network personality Guy Fieri serving hand-crafted burgers and fresh-cut fries.
RedFrog Rum Bar: This poolside watering hole offers a fun Caribbean vacation vibe with refreshing Caribbean rum-based frozen drinks and beers, including Carnival Cruise Line's own brew, ThirstyFrog Red.
BlueIguana Cantina: This is a complimentary poolside Mexican eatery where you can enjoy fresh-made burritos and tacos on homemade tortillas, as well as an elaborate toppings and salsa bar. This spot is a favorite of mine. Don't miss the breakfast burritos here.
BlueIguana Tequila Bar: The fun and festive outdoor bar has a laid-back atmosphere and tequila-based frozen drinks and beers, perfect for your day by the pool.
Camp Ocean: Ideal for families cruising with kids. The colorful marine-inspired play area is designed for kids ages 2 to 11 and showcases the wonders of the sea through fun and engaging interiors and more than 200 ocean-themed activities, including arts and crafts and science-oriented programming.
New Cabins, Expanded Suites: Thirty-eight cabins have been added -- two Grand Vista suites offering floor-to-ceiling windows, 22 junior suites, two scenic ocean view cabins and 12 interior accommodations. Additionally, private balconies have been added to 98 existing staterooms, creating spacious new 230-square-foot balcony staterooms. All staterooms will offer new island-inspired interiors with bright colors and soothing pastels inspired by Carnival Elation's tropical itineraries.
WaterWorks: Located on the Verandah Deck, this expansive all-ages water park features an enclosed 300-foot-long twisting water slide, two 82-foot-long racing slides and a splash zone for kids.
Mini-Golf Course: A nine-hole miniature golf course has been relocated to Deck 14 so you can putt in the fresh sea air.
Carnival Elation is Jacksonville's only year-round cruise ship offering four- and five-day cruises to the Bahamas featuring stops at Freeport, Nassau and the private destinations of Half Moon Cay and Princess Cays. Carnival Elation will also offer a special six-day Bahamas cruise and an eight-day Bermuda voyage in April 2018 as well as a one-time seven-day eastern Caribbean cruise in May 2018.
Carnival Elation is in the final stages of a multi-million-dollar makeover that includes the addition of a WaterWorks park, 38 new cabins, 98 balconies to existing staterooms and new bars and eateries. Best of all, it's getting a Guy's Burger Joint! The gourmet burger eatery is a favorite among Carnival cruisers -- and it's included in your fare.
Following the extensive renovation, Carnival Elation will resume its year-round schedule of four- to eight-day cruises from Jacksonville, Fla., on October 7.
Carnival Elation's new features include:
Guy's Burger Joint: The free-of-charge poolside venue was developed in partnership with Food Network personality Guy Fieri serving hand-crafted burgers and fresh-cut fries.
RedFrog Rum Bar: This poolside watering hole offers a fun Caribbean vacation vibe with refreshing Caribbean rum-based frozen drinks and beers, including Carnival Cruise Line's own brew, ThirstyFrog Red.
BlueIguana Cantina: This is a complimentary poolside Mexican eatery where you can enjoy fresh-made burritos and tacos on homemade tortillas, as well as an elaborate toppings and salsa bar. This spot is a favorite of mine. Don't miss the breakfast burritos here.
BlueIguana Tequila Bar: The fun and festive outdoor bar has a laid-back atmosphere and tequila-based frozen drinks and beers, perfect for your day by the pool.
Camp Ocean: Ideal for families cruising with kids. The colorful marine-inspired play area is designed for kids ages 2 to 11 and showcases the wonders of the sea through fun and engaging interiors and more than 200 ocean-themed activities, including arts and crafts and science-oriented programming.
New Cabins, Expanded Suites: Thirty-eight cabins have been added -- two Grand Vista suites offering floor-to-ceiling windows, 22 junior suites, two scenic ocean view cabins and 12 interior accommodations. Additionally, private balconies have been added to 98 existing staterooms, creating spacious new 230-square-foot balcony staterooms. All staterooms will offer new island-inspired interiors with bright colors and soothing pastels inspired by Carnival Elation's tropical itineraries.
WaterWorks: Located on the Verandah Deck, this expansive all-ages water park features an enclosed 300-foot-long twisting water slide, two 82-foot-long racing slides and a splash zone for kids.
Mini-Golf Course: A nine-hole miniature golf course has been relocated to Deck 14 so you can putt in the fresh sea air.
Carnival Elation is Jacksonville's only year-round cruise ship offering four- and five-day cruises to the Bahamas featuring stops at Freeport, Nassau and the private destinations of Half Moon Cay and Princess Cays. Carnival Elation will also offer a special six-day Bahamas cruise and an eight-day Bermuda voyage in April 2018 as well as a one-time seven-day eastern Caribbean cruise in May 2018.
Carnival Cruise Ships with a Guy Fieri Burger Joint
Guy's Burger Joint is an all-time cruiser favorite. The burgers, fries and hearty toppings are included in your Carnival cruise fare. A burger a day is the norm for me on a Carnival cruise that offers this eatery. Here are all the Carnival Cruise ships that have a Guy's Burger Joint.
Carnival Breeze
Carnival Conquest
Carnival Dream
Carnival Ecstasy
Carnival Elation
Carnival Fantasy
Carnival Freedom
Carnival Glory
Carnival Horizon
Carnival Imagination
Carnival Inspiration
Carnival Liberty
Carnival Magic
Carnival Pride
Carnival Sensation
Carnival Sunshine
Carnival Triumph
Carnival Valor
Carnival Vista
Carnival Breeze
Carnival Conquest
Carnival Dream
Carnival Ecstasy
Carnival Elation
Carnival Fantasy
Carnival Freedom
Carnival Glory
Carnival Horizon
Carnival Imagination
Carnival Inspiration
Carnival Liberty
Carnival Magic
Carnival Pride
Carnival Sensation
Carnival Sunshine
Carnival Triumph
Carnival Valor
Carnival Vista
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