Bahamas Escape – Grand Bahama & Eleuthera

About this cruise

Book 5 days off from September 5, 2026 and this cruise from Jacksonville will do the rest, taking you to Princess Cays and Celebration Key and back. The sea days at each end give the whole trip a natural arc: build-up, exploration, cool-down. 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. Roughly 9 hours ashore per stop. No need to rush. From casual buffets to proper sit-down restaurants, Carnival Elation has 6 dining spots on board, most of them included. And September is a good call. Still warm, less crowded, and usually cheaper too. That's 5 nights well spent.