We set sail upon the Carnival Elation in December and it was a very different experience from my first two cruises. We were a group of 6 (ranging from 24-63) so having a variety of different accommodations, entertainment, and fun was needed.

Upon reaching the embarkation point, everyone looked like ants who just had rain poured on their ant bed. It was the most disorganized embarkation I've ever had (I've only cruise from New Orleans prior). Some Galveston Port veterans said that this was normal and that once you get inside, it should move smoothly. We got inside, only for everyone with the earliest check-in time to be waiting for employees to finish their bagels and donuts at their desk to check us in (30 minutes late btw). After that, it was smooth sailing.

We were one of the first people to board the ship (with a red card and no FTTF) and we immediately grabbed a burger at Guy's Burgers. This is my favorite food spot on any of the Fun Ships with the beef tasting fresh, the fries delicious, and the toppings plentiful. We enjoyed a Fun Ship Special as we grabbed chairs and contacted our loved ones to say Goodbye for five days! The sailaway party was a blast as we did all the line dancing our heart could handle. This is where we will have to review the carnival ride altogether because I ended up seasick for two days from how choppy the water and boat ride as we were about 4-6 hours out. Read more