Pristine Jetty – Grand Bahama & Half Moon Cay

About this cruise

Short trips like this tend to hit differently because every day actually counts. You leave Jacksonville on June 7, 2027 for 5 nights visiting Half Moon Cay and Celebration Key. You start at sea, hit the ports, then finish at sea. The ports feel like the centrepiece, framed by lazy ocean days. The Bahamas are close enough for a quick trip and warm enough that it always feels worth it. You get around 9 hours in each port, which is enough for an excursion, lunch, and some wandering around on your own. When you're not ashore, Carnival Elation takes the food seriously, with 6 restaurants to choose from. 5 are included, and the rest are worth the splurge. If you're new to cruising, this length is ideal. Long enough to relax, short enough to not over-commit. Pro tip: fly in the day before. Jacksonville has plenty to offer, and you'll board relaxed instead of rushed. A June departure puts you in the best summer conditions: long days, warm nights, plenty of sun. Whether you've cruised before or not, this 5-night itinerary is a genuinely good one.