Laura Jeffries
Fantastic Voyages by Laura J
Fantastic Voyages Spring Break Cruise
Mar 9, 2024 to Mar 14, 2024
Bahamas
Welcome to Fantastic Voyages by Laura J Spring Break Bahamas Cruise!
Carnival Elation was built to celebrate the muses who inspire the arts. Carnival guests like you can expect this ship to inspire you... to have tons of vacation fun.
Not that Carnival Elation is going to have a hard time convincing you! As you head toward your destination, you'll find plenty of spots to visit for a tasty bite — options like the taco-'n-burrito goodness of BlueIguana Cantina™, the burgers-'n-fries combo of Guy's Burger Joint™, plus all the rotating goodness of Lido Restaurant. (Our suggestion: bring an appetite and try them all!) Carnival Elation also features places to enjoy a drink, from the mystical Alchemy Bar® to the friendly poolside rivals RedFrog Rum Bar® and BlueIguana Tequila Bar™... and don’t forget everybody’s friend, the always-swinging Duke’s Piano Bar.
If being a kid is more your thing, we have plenty of ideas for how to spend your time. Activities that are age-appropriate, supervised — and of course, fun! — are available for the actual kids at one of three youth spaces. Then there's the video arcade... oh, and did we mention the slidey, splashy, squirty Carnival WaterWorks™? We didn't, but we should have, because both of these are fun for all — all ages, that is!
Come cruise and we bet you’ll see, and feel, that this ship is ready to inspire everyone in new ways.
- A well deserved vacation!
- Your stateroom, featuring the Carnival Home™ Bedding Collection... additional stateroom features include a flat-screen TV, in-stateroom safe, individual climate control, full bathroom and ample storage space.
- Spectacular production shows and entertainment, including hysterical comedians
- Numerous lounges featuring live music and entertainment
- A variety of dining options for breakfast, brunch, lunch, afternoon tea, dinner and late night in the Main Dining Room and/or Lido Restaurant.
- A variety of dining options for breakfast, lunch and snacking at specialty food spots (featured on select ships), such as but not limited to: Guy's Burger Joint, Guy's Pig & Anchor Bar-B-Que Smokehouse, Blue Iguana Cantina, Street Eats, Big Chicken, Mongolian Wok and Ol' Fashioned BBQ.
- The following beverages served in the Main Dining Room and 24/7 in the Lido Restaurant: non-bottled water, lemonade, iced tea, hot chocolate and non-specialty coffee and tea.
- Dining in specialty restaurants and snacking at cafes and lounges (featured on select ships), such as but not limited to: The Steakhouse, Bonsai Sushi, Bonsai Teppanyaki, Ji Ji Asian Kitchen, Seafood Shack, Cucina del Capitano, Guy's Pig & Anchor Bar-B-Que Smokehouse|Brewhouse, The Chef's Table, Emeril's Bistro 1396, Emeril's Bistro 1397, Rudi's Seagrill, Shake Spot, Javablue Cafe, Promenade Cafe, Lido Coffee Bar, Ocean Plaza Cafe, Havana Bar (on Carnival Sunshine), RedFrog Pub and other lounges that may serve light bites.
- 'Steakhouse Selections' served in the Main Dining Room
- "Pizza Anywhere" delivery
- 24-hour room service (charges apply; Continental breakfast is complimentary)
- Alcoholic and non-alcoholic bar beverages (excluding beverages served in the Main Dining Room and Lido Restaurant such as non-bottled water, lemonade, iced tea, select juices, hot chocolate and non-specialty coffee and tea)
- Carnival Travel Protection
- Pre-Paid Gratuities
- Transportation to/from Port
- Excursions (Can be booked separately)
Itinerary:
Day 1: Jacksonville, FL
- See 100-year-old gardens at the Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens.
- Stroll the Jacksonville Riverwalk for views of the St. Johns.
- Watch for whales from Jacksonville Beach before departing on your Carnival cruise.
- Visit St. Augustine, the oldest European settlement in the U.S.
Day 3: Nassau, The Bahamas
Sightseeing, swimming and soaking up the island flavor — it's all yours for the taking on a Carnival cruise to Nassau, Bahamas. Boasting balmy breezes and jumping to a bouncy calypso beat, Nassau promises sizzling fun in the sun. The historic and cultural heart of The Bahamas is one of the world’s most popular cruise destinations — one million travelers board cruises to Nassau every year. Carnival guests come for fine beaches, shopping, water sports, and fun-filled attractions at the Atlantis Resort, connected to Nassau by a bridge to Paradise Island. Throw in a chance to swim with dolphins, or do a little slipping and sliding at a water park, and it's clear what makes Nassau a top spot for cruisers of all ages.
- Shop the straw market for cute and kitschy crafts.
- Pose for the classic ‘dolphin kiss’ during a private island swim with the dolphins.
- Relax on the white sands of a private island.
- Stroll 18th-century colonial streets and climb the sandstone Queen’s Staircase.
Day 4: Princess Cays, The Bahamas
Cruise to Princess Cays and you’ll come ashore in Love Boat Marina — a sign that this private resort on the island of Eleuthera, Bahamas was designed to be classic cruising perfection. Make landfall and discover an island’s worth of vacation fun and amenities. You’ll find a BBQ pit already fired up for lunch, and a supervised kids’ area ready to receive the little ones. Somewhere among the palm trees you might spy the exclusive adult-only retreat. By now it’s clear that Princess Cays is good for more than just a beach day, but plan on fitting one in anyway — this wouldn’t be a prime cruise destination without great things to do, and great ways to get wet, like swimming, kayaking and sailing.
- Rent a private beach bungalow and enjoy your stay in air-conditioned comfort.
- Browse the shops for authentic, handmade Bahamian crafts.
- Tour Princess Cays by dune buggy and sailboat to get the best views from all angles.
Day 6: Jacksonville, FL
- See 100-year-old gardens at the Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens.
- Stroll the Jacksonville Riverwalk for views of the St. Johns.
- Watch for whales from Jacksonville Beach before departing on your Carnival cruise.
- Visit St. Augustine, the oldest European settlement in the U.S.
Cancellation Guidelines:
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Experience a carefree cruise — from the time you leave, until you're back home — with the Carnival Vacation Protection™. In fact, the benefits begin before your trip even starts. |
- Cancellation penalties apply to all guests in a stateroom and are assessed in the event of either partial or full stateroom cancellations.
- No refund in the event of interruption or cancellation by guests after the start of the cruise. We strongly recommend the purchase of trip cancellation insurance such as:
Carnival's Cruise Vacation Protection Plan. - Vacation Protection Plan premiums are non-refundable and non-transferrable.
- If you are canceling your booking prior to your final payment, there is no penalty to cancel unless you have booked a specific promotion with a non-refundable deposit and/or fare.
Carnival Cruise Vacation Protection Plan: (*Cancellation Fee Waiver Program non-insurance feature provided by Carnival Cruise Line)
In life, you never really know what may happen… but you can rely on the Vacation Protection trip cancellation. If you need to cancel for some of the most common reasons (severe weather, illness, etc.) you'll get 100% of the cost of your trip back, in cash. If you need to cancel for any reason not listed in the plan — any reason at all — you'll get 75% back in a Future Cruise Credit Certificate.
TRAVEL INSURANCE2
- Trip Interruption: Up to total Trip cost reimbursement if you must start your vacation late or need to come home early due to illness, injury and more.
- Baggage: Up to $1,500 if your stuff is lost, stolen or damaged, and up to $500 reimbursement if you have to buy necessary items while your bags are delayed 24+ hours
- Medical: Up to $10,000 if you get sick or injured on your vacation
- Emergency Evacuation: Up to $30,000 for emergency medical evacuation and repatriation (services provided by LiveTravel)
- IF YOU CANCEL BY 12/26/23: PENALTY IS $150 PER PERSON
- IF YOU CANCEL BY 1/15/24: PENALTY IS 50% OF TOTAL COST PER PERSON
- IF YOU CANCEL BY 2/10/24: PENALTY IS 75% OF TOTAL COST PER PERSON
- IF YOU CANCEL BY 2/25/24: PENALTY IS 100% OF TOTAL COST PER PERSON
- Standard Staterooms: $14.50 USD per person, per day
- Suite Staterooms: $16.50 USD per person, per day
- Standard Staterooms: $16.00 USD per person, per day
- Suite Staterooms: $18.00 USD per person, per day
Pre-Pay
Gratuities can be added at the time of booking or anytime up to the sail date. Guests who booked directly with Carnival may add their pre-paid gratuities on CARNIVAL.COM If a guest booked with a travel agent, they may contact their travel professional to add pre-paid gratuities to their booking. Prepaid gratuities are reflected in the 'Miscellaneous Charge' field on the confirmation and in the guest’s E-Documents.
Sail & Sign®
If a guest has not pre-paid the gratuities, the recommended per person amount will be posted to their Sail & Sign account on the second to last day of the cruise. Should a guest not be satisfied with the service they receive, they can contact the Guest Services desk while on board. This will allow us to address their concerns in a timely and appropriate fashion. At the discretion of the guest, gratuities may be adjusted after they have been posted on the guest’s account, while on board. Gratuities, as posted on a guest’s Sail and Sign account, will be considered final after a guest disembarks and no changes will be made after the cruise.
- Select from the Available Packages below and click the blue 'Book Now' button on your desired Package.
- Select the number of 'Travelers' in your Party from the 'Select Travelers' drop down.
- Scroll down to Add Extra Options.
- Click the checkbox to select the Extra Option.
- Enter the number of 'Travelers' when selecting any Extra Options.
- Click blue button 'Continue to Traveler Info'
- As the Primary Traveler, please enter your information and expand each 'Additional Traveler' to provide their information. (This is needed to book your cruise.)
- Once all Traveler information has been entered, please click 'Continue to Payment'
Available Packages
4B INTERIOR STATEROOM
Unavailable as of
November 24, 2023
Starting At: $499.15
Deposit: $150.00 per person
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185 total square feet
- Dedicated stateroom attendant
- Soft, cozy linens
- Plenty of closet and drawer space
- In-room safe for valuables
- Television
- Stateroom climate control
4C INTERIOR STATEROOM
Unavailable as of
November 24, 2023
Starting At: $499.15
Deposit: $150.00 per person
- 185 total square feet
- Dedicated stateroom attendant
- Soft, cozy linens
- Plenty of closet and drawer space
- In-room safe for valuables
- Television
- Stateroom climate control
6B OCEANVIEW STATEROOM
Unavailable as of
November 24, 2023
Starting At: $575.15
Deposit: $150.00 per person
- 220 total square feet
- Dedicated stateroom attendant
- Soft, cozy linens
- Plenty of closet and drawer space
- In-room safe for valuables
- Television
- Stateroom climate control
6D OCEANVIEW STATEROOM
Unavailable as of
November 24, 2023
Starting At: $565.15
Deposit: $150.00 per person
- 220 total square feet
- Dedicated stateroom attendant
- Soft, cozy linens
- Plenty of closet and drawer space
- In-room safe for valuables
- Television
- Stateroom climate control
Extra Options
CARNIVAL TRIP PROTECTION- INTERIOR CABINS
Unavailable as of
December 25, 2023
$49.00
Deposit: $49.00
TRIP CANCELLATION- $49 Per Person
In life, you never really know what may happen… but you can rely on the Vacation Protection trip cancellation. If you need to cancel for some of the most common reasons (severe weather, illness, etc.) you'll get 100% of the cost of your trip back, in cash. If you need to cancel for any reason not listed in the plan — any reason at all — you'll get 75% back in a Future Cruise Credit Certificate.
CARNIVAL TRIP PROTECTION- OCEANVIEW CABINS
Unavailable as of
December 25, 2023
$65.00
Deposit: $65.00
TRIP CANCELLATION- $65 Per Person
In life, you never really know what may happen… but you can rely on the Vacation Protection trip cancellation. If you need to cancel for some of the most common reasons (severe weather, illness, etc.) you'll get 100% of the cost of your trip back, in cash. If you need to cancel for any reason not listed in the plan — any reason at all — you'll get 75% back in a Future Cruise Credit Certificate.
CARNIVAL TRIP PROTECTION- BALCONY CABINS
Unavailable as of
December 25, 2023
$95.00
Deposit: $95.00
TRIP CANCELLATION
In life, you never really know what may happen… but you can rely on the Vacation Protection trip cancellation. If you need to cancel for some of the most common reasons (severe weather, illness, etc.) you'll get 100% of the cost of your trip back, in cash. If you need to cancel for any reason not listed in the plan — any reason at all — you'll get 75% back in a Future Cruise Credit Certificate.
PRE-PAY SERVICE GRATUITIES AND TIPS
Unavailable as of
December 25, 2023
$72.50
Deposit: $72.50
- Standard Staterooms: $14.50 USD per person, per day
- Suite Staterooms: $16.50 USD per person, per day
- Standard Staterooms: $16.00 USD per person, per day
- Suite Staterooms: $18.00 USD per person, per day
Pre-Pay
Gratuities can be added at the time of booking or anytime up to the sail date. Guests who booked directly with Carnival may add their pre-paid gratuities on CARNIVAL.COM If a guest booked with a travel agent, they may contact their travel professional to add pre-paid gratuities to their booking. Prepaid gratuities are reflected in the 'Miscellaneous Charge' field on the confirmation and in the guest’s E-Documents.
Sail & Sign®
If a guest has not pre-paid the gratuities, the recommended per person amount will be posted to their Sail & Sign account on the second to last day of the cruise. Should a guest not be satisfied with the service they receive, they can contact the Guest Services desk while on board. This will allow us to address their concerns in a timely and appropriate fashion. At the discretion of the guest, gratuities may be adjusted after they have been posted on the guest’s account, while on board. Gratuities, as posted on a guest’s Sail and Sign account, will be considered final after a guest disembarks and no changes will be made after the cruise.
CHEERs! BEVERAGE PROGRAM
Unavailable as of
September 3, 2023
$353.71
Deposit: $353.71
CHEERs! BEVERAGE PROGRAM- $353.71 Per Person
CHEERS! is an all-inclusive beverage program that allows guests to enjoy a wide range of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages by paying a flat daily rate. Guests must be 21 or older to purchase CHEERS! and each adult assigned to the same stateroom must also purchase the program.
Our CHEERS! beverage program includes a great variety of non-alcoholic beverages, as well as a wide selection of high quality brand-name spirits and wines by the glass.
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Pre-Cruise Purchase: CHEERS! can be purchased online at www.carnival.com/Funshops or by contacting 'The Fun Shops' Department at 800 522-7648, Monday through Friday, 9:00am-10:00pm ET and Saturday and Sunday, 9:00am-6:00pm ET. Cut-off for pre-purchase online is at 11:59pm ET, the evening prior to the cruise departure.
- Pre-Cruise Purchase Price: $59.95 USD per person, per day plus 18% service charge
- Although we are not able to process the Carnival Gift Card for Fun Shop orders by telephone. If you wish to purchase CHEERS! with a Carnival Gift Card, you may do so online at www.carnival.com/Funshops.
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Onboard Purchase: Once on board your ship, you can sign up for CHEERS! at a bar location.
- Onboard Price: $64.95 USD per person, per day plus 18% service charge
The following beverages are available within the CHEERS! program:
- All spirits, including cocktails, cognacs, whiskies and other spirits, as well as beer (including self-serve beer stations - PYOB) and wine and champagne by the glass, with a $20 USD or lower menu price per serving
- Sodas (including specialty sodas), zero-proof frozen cocktails (including smoothies) and juices
- Specialty coffees and hot tea served in the main dining rooms, specialty restaurants and coffee bars
- Milkshakes, where available
- Energy drinks
- 500-ml bottled water and other non-alcoholic bottled beverages served in bars and lounges
- Packaged water in the main dining rooms and specialty restaurants
- 25 percent discount off the menu price for any spirit, cocktail or wine by the glass, costing above $20 USD per serving
- 25 percent discount off the menu price for wine and champagne by the bottle
- 25 percent discount off beverage seminars and classes
Beverages excluded from the program are:
- Beverages promoted and sold in souvenir glasses
- Bottles of liquor
- Beverages offered at the gangway
- Beverages offered through room service, mini bars and/or other in-stateroom beverage programs
- Beverages purchased off the ship at any port of call, including Princess Cays and Half Moon Cay.
- Sharing cocktails, floaters, pitchers, tubes and buckets
- Beverages offered through enomatic wine machines
- Freshly squeezed orange juice served in the Havana Bar
- Main Dining Room fresh squeezed juice
- All other beverage-related programs including merchandise, cigars and cigarettes
- Food items