Carnival Elation

Carnival Elation was built to celebrate the muses who inspire the arts. In that same way, you can expect this ship to inspire you to have tons of cruise ship fun onboard. See photos, staterooms, deck plans, onboard activities, and itinerary options. Book your Carnival Elation cruise today! Carnival Elation is a Fantasy-class cruise ship operated by Carnival Cruise Line.

Built by Kværner Masa-Yards at its Helsinki New Shipyard in Finland, she was floated out on January 4, 1998, and christened as Elation by Shari Arison Dorsman. Carnival Elation is best planned by matching the itinerary with the ship's dining rhythm, cabin choices, and sea-day pace. Before booking Carnival Elation, compare what Carnival Cruise Line includes in the fare with the extras you actually expect to use on board.

Carnival Elation suits travelers who want a Carnival Cruise Line sailing with enough structure to compare cabins, onboard rhythm, and itinerary fit before booking. It is also useful for cruisers who prefer to plan port days and ship days together instead of treating the vessel as only transportation. Families evaluate Carnival Elation for cabin interconnect options, splash areas, and whether daily schedules match younger travelers’ energy.