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About Your Ship: Carnival Elation

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Departs New Orleans aboard Carnival Cruise Lines – Carnival Elation

Sailing Date(s): Dec 2013, Jan 2014, Feb 2014, Mar 2014, Apr 2014


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	Overall Rating: About the Reviewer: Age: 30 - 49 Cruise Experience: First cruise Traveler Type: Couple Stateroom Type: Inside My husband and I had a WONDERFUL time!! by Ana O. from Modesto, CA Sailing date: Oct 2009 Pros: Being on top deck late at night!! Cons: Can't think of anything!!!! I was very impressed with the ship and with the crew members that helped us. The shows, food, music, activities; too much to explain. All I have to say is IT WAS MAGNIFICENT!!!!! Ship Details: Ship Quality Dining/Food Food was great! Stateroom Quality Ship Staff Quality Everyone was very nice and helpful Entertainment & Activities I was amazed at all the things you can do on a ship! 2 out of 2 people found this review helpful. Did you find this review helpful? Overall Rating: About the Reviewer: Age: 50 - 65 Cruise Experience: First cruise Traveler Type: Couple Stateroom Type: Oceanview Better than I expected by Greg A from las vegas, NV Sailing date: Jul 2009 Pros: Outstanding customer service. Cons: Not enough hot tubs. They were always full or being cleaned. We were very pleased with the service and the people. They had great attitudes and seemed geniunely concerned with us. The food was prepared so nice. Everyone at the table was taking pictures before eating. Lots to do on the boat. The shore excursions were nice. I was surprised that I had to pay for a lot of extras after boarding the ship. I really thought most of that was already taken care of, but it was my first cruise....live and learn. The ship was clean. The stewards kept the room spotless. Was very impressed with the friendliness of the entire crew. Ship Details: Ship Quality Dining/Food Stateroom Quality Keep in mind we were on the lowest level in the back, so there was some engine noise and vibration. You get what you pay for. We were so excited that it was our first cruise, that it didn't matter. I was so tired each night, I didn't even notice. Ship Staff Quality I am from Las Vegas, home of some of the rudest customer service people in the world, so this was such a pleasant change from what I come into contact with on a daily basis in Vegas. Everyone was great. Entertainment & Activities There was almost too much to do, but it being our first cruise, we didn't know where to start. Read this user's port of call reviews: Ensenada, Mexico Collapse List of Ports Ports of Call: Ensenada, Mexico I have been to Mexico several times. We weren't hounded by people looking for hand-outs. The town was clean. Remember....it is a 3rd world country. Things are different. I am sure there are better deals in Mexico for shopping, but they created a nice area for tourists to shop. We don't like haggling over price, but that is the culture down there. We did the shopping tour and the ATV tour. A little pricey, but we were on vacation. I'd do it again. Don't Miss: Just get out and walk around. It is safe and nice. Don't just stay on the ship. 3 out of 5 people found this review helpful. Did you find this review helpful? Overall Rating: About the Reviewer: Age: 30 - 49 Cruise Experience: First cruise Traveler Type: Family w/young children Stateroom Type: Oceanview Wonderful experience! by Craig C from Chico, CA Sailing date: Jul 2009 Pros: Freindly and wonderful staff, lots to do, great rooms, casino, outstanding food everywhere. Cons: I left the two "vegas style reviews" early as they seemed a bit amateurish, but that may just be my taste It's like the fanciest Las Vegas casino with shows, restaurants, activities, pools, jacuzzis, mini-golf, volleyball, basketball, etc., all included for a great price, plus it moves! Catalina island was amazing. I really recommend the parasailing and to go snorkeling over the kelp forests. Ensenada was interesting, a poorer Mexican city. Went and saw the marine geyser (one of three in the world which was neat. Somewhat aggressive vendors near there though. Ship Details: Ship Quality Gorgeous ship with absolutely awesome staff Dining/Food Stateroom Quality Ship Staff Quality Entertainment & Activities Children's Programs Read this user's port of call reviews: Ensenada, Mexico; Catalina Island, California Collapse List of Ports Ports of Call: Ensenada, Mexico See my earlier comments Don't Miss: La Boufadora is worth a peek, I knew people who said the wine tour was quite good, others said the ATV adventure was really fun Catalina Island, California See my earlier comments Don't Miss: Parasaiing 6 out of 6 people found this review helpful. Did you find this review helpful? Overall Rating: About the Reviewer: Age: 30 - 49 Cruise Experience: First cruise Traveler Type: Couple Stateroom Type: Oceanview For Those Skeptics... by Pastor Darrin from Palm Springs, CA Sailing date: Jul 2009 Pros: Carnival offered a variety of events, programs, food, and fun! The beds were so comfortable, my new bride and I could have slept the whole cruise and been blessed by the whole trip!! The staff was amazing and attentive. Great experience! Cons: Realizing that it will be at least a year before we cruise again! Very pleased and can't wait to cruise again. Very glad that Carnival was our first cruise. Ship Details: Ship Quality Very clean and cared for. It is a beautiful ship. Dining/Food Lots of variety, but not always the best quality. Some of the food offered was very bland and undercooked. Stateroom Quality Small, but the beds were outragious! Ship Staff Quality Very attentive and approachable. Entertainment & Activities Read this user's port of call reviews: Ensenada, Mexico; Cabo San Lucas, Mexico Collapse List of Ports Ports of Call: Ensenada, Mexico Saw the Bufadore... great for those that appreciate natural wonders. The shopping was great as well. Don't Miss: Bufadore Cabo San Lucas, Mexico Went glass-bottom kayaking and snorkeling. It was well worth the money! Don't Miss: Snorkeling or scuba diving 3 out of 4 people found this review helpful. Did you find this review helpful? Overall Rating: About the Reviewer: Age: 30 - 49 Cruise Experience: 7+ cruises Traveler Type: Couple Stateroom Type: Oceanview A wonderful Cruise! by Wendy K from Lincoln, NE Sailing date: May 2009 Pros: Very clean ship, wonderful staff, great food! Cons: Only 1 small pool, limited (if any at all) balcony staterooms We have been on many carnival cruises, and even though Carnival staff is always great, the staff on this cruise was by far the best - very friendly and accommodating. The ship was very clean and well maintained, even though it's not brand new. There was many activities for all ages and interests. Also, there is now anytime dining as a selection if you don't want to commit to a dining time, which is a nice option to have. Would highly recommend the Elation! Ship Details: Ship Quality Dining/Food Stateroom Quality Ship Staff Quality +++. The staff on the Elation was wonderful!!! Entertainment & Activities Read this user's port of call reviews: Catalina Island, California Collapse List of Ports Ports of Call: Catalina Island, California Don't Miss: Rent bikes or a golf cart to see the island that way - very fun! 1 out of 4 people found this review helpful. Did you find this review helpful? Overall Rating: About the Reviewer: Age: 18 - 29 Cruise Experience: First cruise Traveler Type: Singles/friends Stateroom Type: Inside Had a great time! by Jess D from San Diego, CA Sailing date: May 2009 Pros: Food, ship entertainment, staff were awesome, friendly courteous, spa was great...everything Cons: room smelled like the bathroom but the staff came in and tried to keep the room smelling fresh for us The ship was clean, fun and honestly we had a great time! Ship Details: Ship Quality They were constantly cleaning the ship while we were on it and keeping up with maintenance issues...beautiful ship! Dining/Food Food was everywhere, great food especially dinner. Only food I did not like was breakfast. Otherwise fantastic! Stateroom Quality Ship Staff Quality staff is very friendly and they refer to you by name and always say hello as you walk by Entertainment & Activities Read this user's port of call reviews: Catalina Island, California Collapse List of Ports Ports of Call: Catalina Island, California We just walked around the island but had a blast shopping and doing things on our own. 0 out of 1 people found this review helpful. Did you find this review helpful? Overall Rating: About the Reviewer: Age: 65+ Cruise Experience: 2 - 3 cruises Traveler Type: Family w/older children Stateroom Type: Inside Cruise of a lifetime! by Rick S from Bainbridge Island, WA Sailing date: Dec 2008 Pros: the staff, food, ambience, entertainment, organization, Cons: only thing was too many nights of "dining patrons' requested to dance" in formal dining room I've the highest praise for the crew the great food, entertainment,& huge array of activities, Ship Details: Ship Quality Dining/Food Stateroom Quality Ship Staff Quality Entertainment & Activities Read this user's port of call reviews: Ensenada, Mexico; Cabo San Lucas, Mexico Collapse List of Ports Ports of Call: Ensenada, Mexico weather invited little exploration, but it seemed similar to many towns in Mexico I've viisited Cabo San Lucas, Mexico 2 out of 3 people found this review helpful. Did you find this review helpful? Overall Rating: About the Reviewer: Stateroom Type: Inside Great child care!!! by Barbara B. from San Diego Sailing date: Dec 2008 Pros: My kids- 8, 7 and 3 years old absulutelyloved camp carnival and the councelors!!! We sailed to Cabos San Lucas on december 8th-13th on Carnival Elation. Our trip was wanderfull. The ship was clean and the peaple working there were very helpfull and cheerfull. We have three kids- 8,7 and 3 years old and they absolutely love the cmp carnival and the councelors, which made our trip as parent much easier.We got to enjoy the shows and dancing.I would definitley recomend that cruise. Ship Details: Ship Quality Dining/Food Stateroom Quality Ship Staff Quality Entertainment & Activities Children's Programs 2 out of 3 people found this review helpful. Did you find this review helpful? Overall Rating: About the Reviewer: Age: 30 - 49 Cruise Experience: 2 - 3 cruises Traveler Type: Couple Stateroom Type: Oceanview amazing trip by william j from kingman az Sailing date: Oct 2008 Pros: the service Cons: nothing this trip met our every expectation and more. we loved everything from the check in till we disembarked. top of the line cortesy from the staff! Ship Details: Ship Quality Dining/Food amazing and never ending Stateroom Quality best room we have ever had for the low budget staterooms, lots of room Ship Staff Quality after the first day they would recognize us and call us by name Entertainment & Activities lots to do and fun games too! entertanment was hillarious and exciting Read this user's port of call reviews: Ensenada, Mexico; Cabo San Lucas, Mexico Collapse List of Ports Ports of Call: Ensenada, Mexico the blow hole tour was great but could have spent more time there for the shopping 1 hour is not enough Cabo San Lucas, Mexico los arcos and the beach between the pacific and the sea of cortez was great 2 out of 2 people found this review helpful. Did you find this review helpful? Overall Rating: About the Reviewer: Age: 50 - 65 Cruise Experience: First cruise Traveler Type: Couple Ship Review by Anthony from Las Vegas, NV Sailing date: Aug 2007 Ship Details: Dining/Food Stateroom Quality Ship Staff Quality Entertainment & Activities Children's Programs Read this user's port of call reviews: Ensenada, Mexico; Cabo San Lucas, Mexico Collapse List of Ports Ports of Call: Ensenada, Mexico Cabo San Lucas, Mexico 9 out of 9 people found this review helpful. Did you find this review helpful?
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