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2026 Carnival Elation Full Ship Tour | Carnival Cruise Line's Smallest Ship

Jackson Jetsetting
Jackson Jetsetting
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👁️ 46K views📅 10 months ago⏱️ 22:53

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Editorial Summary

The creator provides a comprehensive tour of the Carnival Elation, a smaller vessel in the Carnival fleet that once served as a flagship. The tour begins on the upper decks, highlighting the sun deck on deck 15 and the mini golf course on deck 14. The creator notes that while the ship lacks a dedicated jogging track, it offers significant open passenger space compared to newer, more monetized ships. The walkthrough continues through the Cloud9 Spa, fitness center, and Camp Ocean on deck 12, before moving to the Veronda deck on deck 11, which features water slides and sun loungers. The tour explores various dining options on deck 10, including Guy's Burger Joint and Blue Iguana Cantina, as well as the Tiffany's buffet. On deck 9, the creator examines the Alchemy Bar, the casino, and the ship's theater. The video also covers themed lounges, the shopping plaza, and the ship's library. Finally, the creator concludes the tour by showcasing an ocean view cabin on deck 6, noting the spaciousness and layout of the original cabin designs.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.

How This Review Compares

This review's score for Carnival Elation
Solid Strip
All-time creator consensus for Carnival Elation
Barely Crispy

This review is more positive than the all-time creator consensus.

What This Creator Said
Creator RecommendsCabin / Ship Tour🥉Knowledgeable Creator
🧍 Best for SoloOtherFrom JacksonvilleVeteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

It's nice just to be able to access that in the locker room.

I think it's some of the best Mexican food at sea.

Some of the best cocktails on any Carnival ship.

I loved that they had pinball on board.

Creator's Tips & Advice

Head to the starboard side on deck 11 to avoid the smoking area.
Check out the secret viewing platform above the bridge on deck 10 for sail away.
Go to the buffet on embarkation day for special desserts.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Finding quiet spaceThe top deck (deck 15) is a hidden spot for peace and quiet.
Avoiding smokeAvoid the port side on deck 11, which is the dedicated smoking area.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat does the Carnival Elation look like in 2025?
QIs the Carnival Elation suitable for first-time cruisers?
QWhat are the dining options on the Carnival Elation?

Topics Covered

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Port Highlights

Jacksonville2½ Happy Bacon
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