The wealth of facilities available on the Carnival Elation add up to make this one of the best cruise ships in the Carnival line. Three pools await you and one of these is reserved for adults only. Carnival Waterworks is the name of the resort-style pool with a giant waterslide where everyone can be a kid. Relax in the shade or in full sun – the choice is yours.

There are fourteen elevators on the ship for the convenience of the passengers. Two coin-operated laundrettes allow you to wash and dry your clothes so that you don’t have to pack too much luggage. All public rooms of the ship are wheelchair accessible and there are twenty cabins designed for those with physical disabilities as well.

Enjoy the facilities of the spa and gym, an area of the ship that measures 12,000 square feet. In addition to saunas, steam rooms and whirlpools, there are massage and loofah rooms. Walk or jog at your own pace on the walking track or try out some new video games in the Virtual World Arcade.



The Mark Twain Library has a wide selection of books that you can check out or if you prefer you can curl up with a great book in one of the comfy chairs inside the library. The large expanse of windows provides an exceptional view of the ocean.

Shop in the Galleria Shopping Mall, where you will find upscale boutiques rivalling those of London, New York and Paris. There is a jewelry store where you can save a lot of money in the duty-free shopping on the Carnival Elation. The card room is the setting for card tournaments and with the numerous board games available, you won’t find boredom a problem on this ship.

Children are entertained at Camp Carnival, which caters to toddlers as well as teenagers and all ages in between. There are different programs for various age groups so that they all engage in age appropriate games and activities. For example, toddlers love finger painting and there is a good supply of toys for them to play with. Older teens just like to socialize and get to know others of their age group. They can attend dances and parties where no adults are allowed, but they are supervised by trained staff.

There is a bank of computers for your use on this ship where you pay by the minute for the usage. If you intend to frequent this area of the ship checking your email or surfing the Net, you can save money by purchasing one of the packages available.

The Elation is one of the ships in the Carnival Cruise Line with a dedicated business center and conference facilities. Businesses can arrange cruises for their employees and conduct their daily operations and hold meetings at the same time.

There is something for everyone in the facilities offered on the Carnival Elation.

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