Bahamas Escape – Grand Bahama & Eleuthera

About this cruise

A lot can happen in 5 nights. This sailing from Jacksonville on May 2, 2026 visits Princess Cays and Celebration Key and makes every day count. The shape of this trip works well: open water on either side with 2 port calls clustered in the middle. White sand, shallow turquoise flats, and easy island days. The Bahamas keep it simple. People come back from this cruise talking about Celebration Key: Carnival's newest private island escape. Around 9 hours per port on average, which is generous enough to go beyond the obvious. Carnival Elation takes the food seriously, with 6 restaurants to choose from. 5 are included, and the rest are worth the splurge. A strong pick for first-timers. Not too long, not too short, and you get a taste of the routine. Timing-wise, spring usually means comfortable temperatures and lower prices than peak season. 2 ports, one suitcase. That's the appeal.