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Why I'll NEVER cruise on Carnival's old cruise ships again

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Editorial Summary

The creator narrates a firsthand account of a traveler's experience on the Carnival Elation, an older ship in the Carnival fleet. While the ship appeared well-maintained, the traveler highlights several significant drawbacks compared to newer vessels like the Carnival Celebration. Key issues included outdated bathroom facilities with limited storage and a malfunctioning shower. The dining experience was also criticized due to a limited selection of specialty restaurants and long wait times in the main dining room. Onboard amenities were described as lacking, with the traveler noting that activities mostly appealed to children. Additionally, the Lido deck suffered from constant crowding and a lack of available lounge chairs. The report also covers logistical difficulties, such as a long boarding process at the small Jacksonville port and a chaotic tendering process at Half Moon Cay. Ultimately, the creator concludes that while smaller ships may suit certain preferences, the lack of modern amenities and the inconveniences experienced on this older vessel make them unlikely to book another cruise on Carnival's older ships.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.

How This Review Compares

This review's score for Carnival Elation
Seriously Soggy
All-time creator consensus for Carnival Elation
Barely Crispy

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

What This Creator Said
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❀️ Best for CoupleOther · 5 nightsFrom JacksonvilleVeteran Cruiser

Source: Our analysis of the creator's lived experience, based on what they said in this video.

Creator's Key Takeaways

I don't foresee myself booking another cruise on Carnival's oldest ships and here's why

the bathroom revealed the true age of a 26-year-old cruise ship from the lack of storage to the stained floor and the clingy shower curtain

the shower had broke on the second day of the cruise I had never had this issue before and it was a huge inconvenience

the Leo deck on Carnival Elation to be perhaps the worst I've ever experienced on any cruise ship

Creator's Tips & Advice

βœ“Choose Carnival Paradise if considering a fantasy class ship again, as it sails out of Tampa
βœ“Avoid older Carnival ships if you prefer modern amenities and larger ship experiences

πŸ†•New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

outdated bathrooms β€” Expect limited storage and older fixtures on older ships
crowded decks β€” Arrive early to secure a lounge chair

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhy the creator won't cruise on Carnival's old ships again
QWhat are the drawbacks of sailing on Carnival Elation

Topics Covered

Ship Condition4 Sad BaconCrowd Capacity4Β½ Sad BaconCabin Interior3Β½ Happy BaconDining Main3 Sad BaconEmbarkation2Β½ Sad Bacon

Port Highlights

Half Moon Cay4 Sad Bacon
Jacksonville2Β½ Sad Bacon
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