Bahamas Escape – Grand Bahama & Eleuthera

About this cruise

5 nights from Jacksonville, visiting Princess Cays and Celebration Key. It sails May 16, 2026 and it's the sort of trip where you come back saying "I needed that." 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. Keep an eye out for Princess Cays: A private slice of Eleuthera's beauty. Around 9 hours per port on average, which is generous enough to go beyond the obvious. Carnival Elation keeps you well fed. 6 places to eat, with 5 included in the fare and a few specialty spots if you're in the mood. A strong pick for first-timers. Not too long, not too short, and you get a taste of the routine. If you can, add a night in Jacksonville before boarding. It's a good city to wander. Timing-wise, spring usually means comfortable temperatures and lower prices than peak season. That's 5 nights well spent.