Swift Salinity – Grand Bahama & New Providence

About this cruise

This is the kind of trip that just works. 4 nights from Jacksonville, visiting Celebration Key and Nassau, sailing December 16, 2027, and nothing about it feels forced. With 2 port days and 1 at sea, there's room for each stop to breathe. The Bahamas are close enough for a quick trip and warm enough that it always feels worth it. Roughly 8 hours per stop. More of a sampler than a deep dive. As for the ship itself, Carnival Elation takes the food seriously, with 6 restaurants to choose from. 5 are included, and the rest are worth the splurge. Good for anyone who can't take two weeks off but still wants the cruise experience. Pro tip: fly in the day before. Jacksonville has plenty to offer, and you'll board relaxed instead of rushed. You start in Jacksonville and come back with stories from Celebration Key and Nassau.