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This is the complete schedule of cruises leaving from Jacksonville Florida in 2024 . Sail away on a 4-day cruise or 5-day cruise . Or take a small ship cruise to explore the Southern coast or Florida rivers.

January 2024

January 4: 4-day Freeport & Nassau cruise on Carnival . January 8: 5-day Nassau & Princess Cays cruise on Carnival . January 13: 5-day Nassau & Princess Cays cruise on Carnival . January 18: 4-day Freeport & Nassau cruise on Carnival . January 22: 5-day Nassau & Bimini cruise on Carnival . January 27: 5-day Nassau & Princess Cays cruise on Carnival .

February 2024

February 1: 4-day Freeport & Nassau cruise on Carnival . February 5: 7-night Great Rivers of Florida cruise on American . February 5: 5-day Nassau & Princess Cays cruise on Carnival . February 8: 7-night Great Rivers of Florida cruise on American . February 10: 7-night Historic South & Golden Isles cruise on American . February 10: 5-day Nassau & Princess Cays cruise on Carnival . February 12: 7-night Great Rivers of Florida cruise on American . February 15: 7-night Great Rivers of Florida cruise on American . February 15: 4-day Freeport & Nassau cruise on Carnival . February 19: 7-night Great Rivers of Florida cruise on American . February 19: 5-day Nassau & Bimini cruise on Carnival . February 22: 7-night Great Rivers of Florida cruise on American . February 24: 7-night Historic South & Golden Isles cruise on American . February 24: 5-day Nassau & Half Moon Cay cruise on Carnival . February 26: 7-night Great Rivers of Florida cruise on American . February 29: 7-night Great Rivers of Florida cruise on American . February 29: 4-day Freeport & Nassau cruise on Carnival .

March 4: 7-night Great Rivers of Florida cruise on American . March 4: 5-day Nassau & Bimini cruise on Carnival . March 7: 7-night Great Rivers of Florida cruise on American . March 9: 7-night Historic South & Golden Isles cruise on American . March 9: 5-day Nassau & Princess Cays cruise on Carnival . March 11: 7-night Historic South & Golden Isles cruise on American . March 14: 7-night Historic South & Golden Isles cruise on American . March 14: 4-day Freeport & Nassau cruise on Carnival . March 18: 5-day Nassau & Princess Cays cruise on Carnival . March 23: 7-night Historic South & Golden Isles cruise on American . March 23: 5-day Nassau & Bimini cruise on Carnival . March 25: 7-night Historic South & Golden Isles cruise on American . March 28: 7-night Historic South & Golden Isles cruise on American . March 28: 4-day Freeport & Nassau cruise on Carnival .

April 1: 5-day Nassau & Princess Cays cruise on Carnival . April 6: 7-night Historic South & Golden Isles cruise on American . April 6: 5-day Nassau & Bimini cruise on Carnival . April 8: 7-night Historic South & Golden Isles cruise on American . April 11: 7-night Historic South & Golden Isles cruise on American . April 11: 4-day Freeport & Nassau cruise on Carnival . April 15: 5-day Nassau & Princess Cays cruise on Carnival . April 20: 14-night East Coast Inland Passage cruise on American . April 20: 5-day Nassau & Princess Cays cruise on Carnival . April 22: 7-night Historic South & Golden Isles cruise on American . April 25: 14-night East Coast Inland Passage cruise on American . April 25: 4-day Freeport & Nassau cruise on Carnival . April 29: 5-day Nassau & Princess Cays cruise on Carnival .

May 4: 5-day Nassau & Princess Cays cruise on Carnival . May 6: 7-night Historic South & Golden Isles cruise on American . May 9: 4-day Freeport & Bimini cruise on Carnival . May 13: 5-day Nassau & Princess Cays cruise on Carnival . May 18: 5-day Nassau & Princess Cays cruise on Carnival . May 20: 14-night East Coast Inland Passage cruise on American . May 23: 4-day Freeport & Nassau cruise on Carnival . May 27: 5-day Nassau & Princess Cays cruise on Carnival .

June 1: 5-day Nassau & Princess Cays cruise on Carnival . June 6: 4-day Freeport & Bimini cruise on Carnival . June 10: 5-day Nassau & Princess Cays cruise on Carnival . June 15: 5-day Nassau & Princess Cays cruise on Carnival . June 20: 4-day Freeport & Nassau cruise on Carnival . June 24: 5-day Nassau & Princess Cays cruise on Carnival . June 29: 5-day Nassau & Princess Cays cruise on Carnival .

July 4: 4-day Freeport & Bimini cruise on Carnival . July 8: 5-day Nassau & Princess Cays cruise on Carnival . July 13: 5-day Nassau & Princess Cays cruise on Carnival . July 18: 4-day Freeport & Nassau cruise on Carnival . July 22: 5-day Nassau & Princess Cays cruise on Carnival . July 27: 5-day Nassau & Princess Cays cruise on Carnival .

August 2024

August 1: 4-day Freeport & Bimini cruise on Carnival . August 5: 5-day Nassau & Princess Cays cruise on Carnival . August 10: 5-day Nassau & Princess Cays cruise on Carnival . August 15: 4-day Freeport & Nassau cruise on Carnival . August 19: 5-day Nassau & Princess Cays cruise on Carnival . August 24: 5-day Nassau & Princess Cays cruise on Carnival . August 29: 4-day Freeport & Bimini cruise on Carnival .

September 2024

September 2: 5-day Nassau & Princess Cays cruise on Carnival . September 7: 5-day Nassau & Princess Cays cruise on Carnival . September 12: 4-day Freeport & Nassau cruise on Carnival . September 16: 5-day Nassau & Princess Cays cruise on Carnival . September 21: 5-day Nassau & Princess Cays cruise on Carnival . September 26: 4-day Freeport & Bimini cruise on Carnival . September 30: 5-day Nassau & Princess Cays cruise on Carnival .

October 2024

October 5: 5-day Nassau & Princess Cays cruise on Carnival . October 10: 4-day Freeport & Nassau cruise on Carnival . October 14: 5-day Nassau & Princess Cays cruise on Carnival . October 19: 5-day Nassau & Princess Cays cruise on Carnival . October 24: 4-day Freeport & Bimini cruise on Carnival .

November 2024

November 2: 5-day Nassau & Princess Cays cruise on Carnival . November 7: 4-day Freeport & Nassau cruise on Carnival . November 11: 5-day Nassau & Princess Cays cruise on Carnival . November 16: 7-night Historic South & Golden Isles cruise on American . November 16: 5-day Nassau & Princess Cays cruise on Carnival . November 20: 7-night Historic South & Golden Isles cruise on American . November 21: 4-day Freeport & Nassau cruise on Carnival . November 24: 7-night Great Rivers of Florida cruise on American . November 25: 7-night Great Rivers of Florida cruise on American . November 25: 5-day Nassau & Bimini cruise on Carnival . November 30: 7-night Historic South & Golden Isles cruise on American . November 30: 5-day Nassau & Princess Cays cruise on Carnival .

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December 2024

December 1: 7-night Great Rivers of Florida cruise on American . December 2: 7-night Great Rivers of Florida cruise on American . December 4: 7-night Historic South & Golden Isles cruise on American . December 5: 4-day Freeport & Nassau cruise on Carnival . December 8: 7-night Historic South & Golden Isles cruise on American . December 9: 7-night Great Rivers of Florida cruise on American . December 9: 5-day Nassau & Bimini cruise on Carnival . December 14: 7-night Historic South & Golden Isles cruise on American . December 14: 5-day Nassau & Princess Cays cruise on Carnival . December 16: 7-night Great Rivers of Florida cruise on American . December 19: 4-day Freeport & Nassau cruise on Carnival . December 22: 7-night Historic South & Golden Isles cruise on American . December 23: 7-night Historic South & Golden Isles cruise on American . December 23: 5-day Nassau & Bimini cruise on Carnival . December 28: 7-night Historic South & Golden Isles cruise on American . December 28: 5-day Nassau & Princess Cays cruise on Carnival .

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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.

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Cruises from Jacksonville, Florida are a great option to get away on a cruise vacation for many people living in northern Florida, Georgia and Alabama. Cruises from Jacksonville range from 4 to 14 days and include cruises to the Bahamas as well as eastern US river and coastal cruises. Guests taking a cruise out of Jacksonville might have extra time to enjoy Jacksonville’s beautiful beaches, golf or some of the other many outdoor activities that Jacksonville has to offer. Those lucky enough to live within driving distance can also get some great last minute cruise deals when they cruise from Jacksonville.

Jacksonville is the largest city in Florida in terms of population. Located in the northeast quadrant of the state, the port of Jacksonville (Jaxport) is a newer cruise port but has all the amenities you could expect from any long established port. Cruises from Jacksonville journey all over the world from the Bahamas and the Caribbean to Hawaii, Alaska and beyond. Many major cruise lines depart from the Jacksonville port so feel free to browse and research destinations, cruise lines and deals below.

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Carnival Elation Overview

It’s time to let your hair down! Sail aboard the Carnival Elation and completely unwind with a visit to the ship’s spa where you can enjoy a hot stone massage or just lounge in the sauna. Enjoy the beautiful spaces onboard like the Tiffany’s Bar and Grill, which offers beautiful ocean views on one side and intricate and bright stained glass panels on the other. This is also a spot to grab some great food, from traditional pasta to Mongolian dishes. After you’re relaxed and rejuvenated, bust a move on the Jekyll & Hyde dance club. The Carnival Elation has all the fun features you’re looking for. 

• Passenger Capacity: 2,190 (double occupancy)
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Spanning 6 continents and countless countries ranging from Croatia to the Bahamas, Carnival Cruise Lines' list of destinations below is nothing short of inspiring. There's somewhere for the culinary enthusiast, the history buff, the beachside lounger and the rugged explorer. Destinations include, but are not limited to: the Bahamas, Northern Europe, Canada and New England, the Caribbean and the Mexican Riviera, just to name a few. You can follow the links to learn more about each particular destination.

Bring the whole family for a sunny Bahamas cruise full of smiles, sandy beaches, and maybe a snorkel or two.

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Carnival has ships home ported in cities across the U.S. making sure you’re never more than a car ride away from embarking on an unforgettable vacation. You can find Carnival ships in Charleston, New York, Long Beach and New Orleans. Ready to sail, call The Cruise Web to start your trip today!

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When in Jacksonville, expect diverse itineraries, award-winning ships and top-notch excursions. Favorites include trips to the beach and museums, or just cruise the downtown on your tropical adventure.

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Riviera deck, empress deck, atlantic deck, promenade deck, verandah deck, sports deck, carnival elation staterooms.

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Aft-View Extended Balcony staterooms feature a larger balcony for more lounge-around room, more kick-back space; not to even mention some of the best stern-side views you'll find anywhere. Get ready to relax as you gaze upon Carnival Elation's gentle wake from your spacious balcony.

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Balcony staterooms were designed for maximum sea breeze and the most stunning views, so look to a balcony if you're looking to cruise aboard Carnival Elation. Any time you're in your room, you're just steps away from your own personal outdoor oasis, featuring the sort of sea view you can also feel.

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Balcony (8c), balcony (8d).

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A Carnival Elation Interior Upper/Lower stateroom creatively maximizes space for a pair of cruisers. These staterooms feature all the same amenities as other Interior staterooms, with a different layout - including one Twin bed, and either an upper Pullman or sofa bed. They also feature linens from the Carnival Comfort Collection, a full private bathroom and more.

Inside (4A)

An Interior stateroom is the most affordable way to cruise, and Carnival Elation's interiors are not just cozy, but are full of things you'd expect from any Carnival stateroom: a full private bathroom, Carnival Comfort Collection linens and just-a-call-away 24-hour room service.

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Any inside stateroom, dependng on availability.

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Carnival Elation's Porthole staterooms give you the classic seafarer';s view times two - a pair of round windows providing an affordable view of the ocean. If you tire of ocean-gazing, there's plenty more to do onboard, but 24-hour room service is one amenity you can enjoy as you continue to take in the view.

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Catch a glimpse of what's going by from your Ocean View stateroom aboard Carnival Elation, where you'll get views you won't find anywhere on land. Don't miss sunrise and sunset at sea - your comfy stateroom is the best way to experience these!

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Oceanview (6c).

Catch a glimpse of what's going by from your Ocean View stateroom aboard Carnival Elation, where you'll get views you won't find anywhere on land. Don't miss sunrise and sunset at sea - your comfy stateroom is the best way to experience these! Two twin beds (convert to king). Chair. Full bathroom with shower. 3 closets. Picture window.

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Oceanview (6e).

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Your Scenic Ocean View stateroom aboard Carnival Elation provides the best view of the sea that lies ahead of the ship, with views unlike any on land. And you'll get more of them, too, with floor-to-ceiling windows providing plenty of looking-glass for gazing at the natural wonders of the sea... and let's not forget sunrise and sunset.

A Grand Suite aboard Carnival Elation features even more space than the standard suite - plenty of room in your room! This stateroom is loaded for an unparalleled experience: VIP check-in, a huge balcony, and even a convenient dressing area with vanity.

A Grand Suite aboard Carnival Elation features even more space than the standard suite — plenty of room in your room! This stateroom is loaded for an unparalleled experience: VIP check-in, a huge balcony, and even a convenient dressing area with vanity.

Any Suite, depending on availability.

As you step into a Junior Suite aboard Carnival Elation, you can't help but feel that you're stepping into luxury. With VIP check-in, more indoor space for stretching out and an outdoor balcony made for fresh air and great views, try a Junior Suite for a private oasis away from home.

As you step into a Junior Suite aboard Carnival Elation, you can't help but feel that you're stepping into luxury. With VIP check-in, more indoor space for stretching out and an outdoor balcony made for fresh air and great views, try a Junior Suite for a private oasis away from home. (Note that rooms of this type have obstructed views.)

If you're looking for the greatest room on the ship, look up. The Grand Vista Suite is the biggest, located on the uppermost deck... and all this altitude has a way of also elevating the view. As do floor-to-ceiling windows that make sure nothing gets in the way. Even more convenience and comfort come standard, like a huge balcony made for stretching out, a tub that's great for doing the same, a convenient walk-in dressing area, plus VIP check-in.

If youÂ’re looking for the greatest room on the ship, look up. The Grand Vista Suite is the biggest, located on the uppermost deckÂ… and all this altitude has a way of also elevating the view. As do floor-to-ceiling windows that make sure nothing gets in the way. Even more convenience and comfort come standard, like a huge balcony made for stretching out, a tub thatÂ’s great for doing the same, a convenient walk-in dressing area, plus VIP check-in.

When you go for one of the largest, most luxurious rooms - and balcony - available on Carnival Elation, you get a room designed to suit your desire for comfort, inside and out. Add VIP check-in, a huge balcony, and even a convenient dressing area with vanity and you can begin to see just how extraordinarily comfy the entire experience can be.

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• Carnival Elation 6-day Bahamas Departing From Jacksonville, Florida (Nov 2025)
• Carnival Elation 7-day Eastern Caribbean Departing From Jacksonville, Florida (Feb 2026)

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Category: Carnival Cruise Line from Jacksonville

Carnival cruise line: your gateway from jacksonville to the bahamas.

Discover the Carnival Elation Experience

Carnival Elation sets the stage for an extraordinary cruise adventure from Jacksonville to the Bahamas . As a jewel in the Carnival Cruise Line’s fleet, this ship offers an enticing blend of leisure and excitement, ensuring a seamless journey for every traveler. With its array of onboard amenities, Carnival Elation transforms sea days into a hub of activity and relaxation. Embarking on a journey aboard Carnival Elation from Jacksonville not only promises adventure and exploration in the beautiful Bahamas but also ensures that every moment on the ship is filled with enjoyment, relaxation, and luxury, making your cruising experience truly unparalleled.

Set Sail for Family-Friendly Adventures

Carnival Elation is renowned for its family-friendly atmosphere, offering an array of activities and programs for kids and teens. From the bustling Camp Ocean to the thrilling waterslides at WaterWorks Park, every family member will find something to love. The WaterWorks Aqua Park on Carnival Elation promises splashing fun for the entire family. Featuring adrenaline-pumping water slides, a splash zone for little ones, and a spacious sun deck for relaxation, WaterWorks is a vibrant aquatic playground where laughter and joy fill the air.

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Serenity Adult-Only Retreat

For guests seeking tranquility and relaxation, the Serenity Adult-Only Retreat offers an oasis of calm. This exclusive area for guests 21 and over features plush loungers, whirlpools, and a bar, all in a peaceful setting away from the hustle and bustle of family activities, ensuring a serene escape.

Cloud 9 Spa

Step into the Cloud 9 Spa, a haven of wellness aboard Carnival Elation. With its extensive menu of therapeutic treatments, including massages, facials, body wraps, and a thermal suite, the spa is a sanctuary for guests looking to rejuvenate their body and spirit amidst the sea’s tranquility.

Accommodations

Comfort meets style in Carnival Elation’s range of accommodations. Whether you opt for a cozy interior cabin, an ocean view room, or a luxurious suite with a private balcony, each living space is thoughtfully appointed to ensure guests enjoy the utmost comfort and convenience. Ample space, tasteful décor, and considerate amenities contribute to a soothing onboard living experience, making every moment aboard Carnival Elation as restful as it is exhilarating.

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Planning and Tips for Jacksonville

Embarking on a Carnival cruise out of Jacksonville is perfect for those seeking a quick but fulfilling getaway. The best times to set sail are during the shoulder seasons, which offer great weather and fewer crowds. Booking in advance can secure better rates and cabin choices. Additionally, taking time to explore Jacksonville’s charming attractions before departure adds a special touch to the cruising experience. If you are planning your journey from JAXPORT, explore cruises out of Jacksonville and check the Jacksonville cruise schedule 2024 and the Jacksonville cruise schedule 2025 for a perfect fit with your travel plans.

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Jacksonville: A City of Attractions

Consider arriving in Jacksonville a day early or extending your stay post-cruise to immerse yourself in the city’s vibrant offerings . Jacksonville, with its stunning beaches, scenic parks, and a wealth of cultural and historical treasures, provides a delightful preamble or conclusion to your cruising adventure. For insights on what each month has to offer in terms of local events and cruise-related activities, delve into the Jacksonville Cruise Monthly Guide , enhancing your travel itinerary with memorable experiences on land.

Carnival Cruise Schedule out of Jacksonville

Carnival Elation, The Bahamas from Jacksonville, March 31, 2025

5-day cruise to Freeport and Nassau on board Carnival Elation Cruising from: Jacksonville, Florida; Departure Date: March 31, 2025; Duration: 5-day cruise; Cruise Line: Carnival Cruise Line; Cruise Ship: Carnival Elation; Ports of Call: Jacksonville, Freeport, Nassau, Jacksonville; Enjoy magnificent scenery[…]

Carnival Elation, The Bahamas from Jacksonville, March 27, 2025

4-day cruise to Freeport and Nassau on board Carnival Elation Cruising from: Jacksonville, Florida; Departure Date: March 27, 2025; Duration: 4-day cruise; Cruise Line: Carnival Cruise Line; Cruise Ship: Carnival Elation; Ports of Call: Jacksonville, Freeport, Nassau, Jacksonville; Enjoy magnificent scenery and[…]

Carnival Elation, The Bahamas from Jacksonville, March 22, 2025

5-day mini cruise to Nassau and Princess Cays with Carnival Cruise Line Cruising from: Jacksonville, Florida; Departure Date: March 22, 2025; Duration: 5-day cruise; Cruise Line: Carnival Cruise Line; Cruise Ship: Carnival Elation; Ports of Call: Jacksonville, Nassau, Princess Cays, Jacksonville;[…]

Carnival Elation, The Bahamas from Jacksonville, March 17, 2025

5-day mini cruise to Nassau and Princess Cays with Carnival Cruise Line Cruising from: Jacksonville, Florida; Departure Date: March 17, 2025; Duration: 5-day cruise; Cruise Line: Carnival Cruise Line; Cruise Ship: Carnival Elation; Ports of Call: Jacksonville, Nassau, Princess Cays, Jacksonville;[…]

Carnival Elation, The Bahamas from Jacksonville, March 13, 2025

4-day cruise to Freeport and Nassau on board Carnival Elation Cruising from: Jacksonville, Florida; Departure Date: March 13, 2025; Duration: 4-day cruise; Cruise Line: Carnival Cruise Line; Cruise Ship: Carnival Elation; Ports of Call: Jacksonville, Freeport, Nassau, Jacksonville; Enjoy magnificent scenery and[…]

Carnival Elation, The Bahamas from Jacksonville, March 8, 2025

5-day mini cruise to Nassau and Princess Cays with Carnival Cruise Line Cruising from: Jacksonville, Florida; Departure Date: March 8, 2025; Duration: 5-day cruise; Cruise Line: Carnival Cruise Line; Cruise Ship: Carnival Elation; Ports of Call: Jacksonville, Nassau, Princess Cays, Jacksonville;[…]

Carnival Elation, The Bahamas from Jacksonville, March 3, 2025

5-day cruise to Bimini and Nassau on board Carnival Elation Cruising from: Jacksonville, Florida; Departure Date: March 3, 2025; Duration: 5-day cruise; Cruise Line: Carnival Cruise Line; Cruise Ship: Carnival Elation; Ports of Call: Jacksonville, Bimini, Nassau, Jacksonville; Enjoy magnificent scenery[…]

Carnival Elation, The Bahamas from Jacksonville, February 27, 2025

4-day cruise to Nassau and Freeport on board Carnival Elation Cruising from: Jacksonville, Florida; Departure Date: February 27, 2025; Duration: 4-day cruise; Cruise Line: Carnival Cruise Line; Cruise Ship: Carnival Elation; Ports of Call: Jacksonville, Nassau, Freeport, Jacksonville; Enjoy magnificent scenery and[…]

Carnival Elation, The Bahamas from Jacksonville, February 22, 2025

5-day mini cruise to Nassau and Princess Cays with Carnival Cruise Line Cruising from: Jacksonville, Florida; Departure Date: February 22, 2025; Duration: 5-day cruise; Cruise Line: Carnival Cruise Line; Cruise Ship: Carnival Elation; Ports of Call: Jacksonville, Nassau, Princess Cays, Jacksonville;[…]

Carnival Elation, The Bahamas from Jacksonville, February 17, 2025

5-day mini cruise to Nassau and Princess Cays with Carnival Cruise Line Cruising from: Jacksonville, Florida; Departure Date: February 17, 2025; Duration: 5-day cruise; Cruise Line: Carnival Cruise Line; Cruise Ship: Carnival Elation; Ports of Call: Jacksonville, Nassau, Princess Cays, Jacksonville;[…]

Carnival Elation, The Bahamas from Jacksonville, February 13, 2025

4-day cruise to Freeport and Nassau on board Carnival Elation Cruising from: Jacksonville, Florida; Departure Date: February 13, 2025; Duration: 4-day cruise; Cruise Line: Carnival Cruise Line; Cruise Ship: Carnival Elation; Ports of Call: Jacksonville, Freeport, Nassau, Jacksonville; Enjoy magnificent scenery and[…]

Carnival Elation, The Bahamas from Jacksonville, February 8, 2025

5-day mini cruise to Nassau and Princess Cays with Carnival Cruise Line Cruising from: Jacksonville, Florida; Departure Date: February 8, 2025; Duration: 5-day cruise; Cruise Line: Carnival Cruise Line; Cruise Ship: Carnival Elation; Ports of Call: Jacksonville, Nassau, Princess Cays, Jacksonville;[…]

Carnival Elation, The Bahamas from Jacksonville, February 3, 2025

5-day mini cruise to Nassau and Princess Cays with Carnival Cruise Line Cruising from: Jacksonville, Florida; Departure Date: February 3, 2025; Duration: 5-day cruise; Cruise Line: Carnival Cruise Line; Cruise Ship: Carnival Elation; Ports of Call: Jacksonville, Nassau, Princess Cays, Jacksonville;[…]

Carnival Elation, The Bahamas from Jacksonville, January 30, 2025

4-day cruise to Freeport and Nassau on board Carnival Elation Cruising from: Jacksonville, Florida; Departure Date: January 30, 2025; Duration: 4-day cruise; Cruise Line: Carnival Cruise Line; Cruise Ship: Carnival Elation; Ports of Call: Jacksonville, Freeport, Nassau, Jacksonville; Enjoy magnificent scenery and[…]

Carnival Elation, The Bahamas from Jacksonville, January 25, 2025

5-day mini cruise to Nassau and Princess Cays with Carnival Cruise Line Cruising from: Jacksonville, Florida; Departure Date: January 25, 2025; Duration: 5-day cruise; Cruise Line: Carnival Cruise Line; Cruise Ship: Carnival Elation; Ports of Call: Jacksonville, Nassau, Princess Cays, Jacksonville;[…]

Carnival Elation, The Bahamas from Jacksonville, January 20, 2025

5-day mini cruise to Nassau and Princess Cays with Carnival Cruise Line Cruising from: Jacksonville, Florida; Departure Date: January 20, 2025; Duration: 5-day cruise; Cruise Line: Carnival Cruise Line; Cruise Ship: Carnival Elation; Ports of Call: Jacksonville, Nassau, Princess Cays, Jacksonville;[…]

Carnival Elation, The Bahamas from Jacksonville, January 16, 2025

4-day cruise to Freeport and Nassau on board Carnival Elation Cruising from: Jacksonville, Florida; Departure Date: January 16, 2025; Duration: 4-day cruise; Cruise Line: Carnival Cruise Line; Cruise Ship: Carnival Elation; Ports of Call: Jacksonville, Freeport, Nassau, Jacksonville; Enjoy magnificent scenery and[…]

Carnival Elation, The Bahamas from Jacksonville, January 11, 2025

5-day mini cruise to Nassau and Princess Cays with Carnival Cruise Line Cruising from: Jacksonville, Florida; Departure Date: January 11, 2025; Duration: 5-day cruise; Cruise Line: Carnival Cruise Line; Cruise Ship: Carnival Elation; Ports of Call: Jacksonville, Nassau, Princess Cays, Jacksonville;[…]

Carnival Elation, The Bahamas from Jacksonville, January 6, 2025

5-day mini cruise to Nassau and Princess Cays with Carnival Cruise Line Cruising from: Jacksonville, Florida; Departure Date: January 6, 2025; Duration: 5-day cruise; Cruise Line: Carnival Cruise Line; Cruise Ship: Carnival Elation; Ports of Call: Jacksonville, Nassau, Princess Cays,[…]

Carnival Elation, The Bahamas from Jacksonville, January 2, 2025

4-day cruise to Freeport and Nassau on board Carnival Elation Cruising from: Jacksonville, Florida; Departure Date: January 2, 2025; Duration: 4-day cruise; Cruise Line: Carnival Cruise Line; Cruise Ship: Carnival Elation; Ports of Call: Jacksonville, Freeport, Nassau, Jacksonville; Enjoy magnificent scenery and[…]

Carnival Elation, The Bahamas Holiday cruise from Jacksonville, December 28, 2024

5-day New Year cruise to Princess Cays & Nassau with Carnival Cruise Line Cruising from: Jacksonville, Florida; Departure Date: December 28, 2024; Duration: 5-day cruise; Cruise Line: Carnival Cruise Line; Cruise Ship: Carnival Elation; Ports of Call: Jacksonville, Princess Cays, Nassau, Jacksonville;[…]

Carnival Elation, The Bahamas Holiday from Jacksonville, December 23, 2024

5-day Holiday cruise to Bimini and Nassau on board Carnival Elation Cruising from: Jacksonville, Florida; Departure Date: December 23, 2024; Duration: 5-day cruise; Cruise Line: Carnival Cruise Line; Cruise Ship: Carnival Elation; Ports of Call: Jacksonville, Nassau, Bimini, Jacksonville; Enjoy magnificent[…]

Carnival Elation, The Bahamas from Jacksonville, December 19, 2024

4-day cruise to Freeport and Nassau on board Carnival Elation Cruising from: Jacksonville, Florida; Departure Date: December 19, 2024; Duration: 4-day cruise; Cruise Line: Carnival Cruise Line; Cruise Ship: Carnival Elation; Ports of Call: Jacksonville, Freeport, Nassau, Jacksonville; Enjoy magnificent scenery and[…]

Carnival Elation, The Bahamas from Jacksonville, December 14, 2024

5-day mini cruise to Nassau and Princess Cays with Carnival Cruise Line Cruising from: Jacksonville, Florida; Departure Date: December 14, 2024; Duration: 5-day cruise; Cruise Line: Carnival Cruise Line; Cruise Ship: Carnival Elation; Ports of Call: Jacksonville, Nassau, Princess Cays, Jacksonville;[…]

Carnival Elation, The Bahamas from Jacksonville, December 9, 2024

5-day cruise to Bimini and Nassau on board Carnival Elation Cruising from: Jacksonville, Florida; Departure Date: December 9, 2024; Duration: 5-day cruise; Cruise Line: Carnival Cruise Line; Cruise Ship: Carnival Elation; Ports of Call: Jacksonville, Nassau, Bimini, Jacksonville; Enjoy magnificent scenery[…]

Carnival Elation, The Bahamas from Jacksonville, December 5, 2024

4-day cruise to Freeport and Nassau on board Carnival Elation Cruising from: Jacksonville, Florida; Departure Date: December 5, 2024; Duration: 4-day cruise; Cruise Line: Carnival Cruise Line; Cruise Ship: Carnival Elation; Ports of Call: Jacksonville, Freeport, Nassau, Jacksonville; Enjoy magnificent scenery and[…]

Carnival Elation, The Bahamas from Jacksonville, November 30, 2024

5-day mini cruise to Nassau and Princess Cays with Carnival Cruise Line Cruising from: Jacksonville, Florida; Departure Date: November 30, 2024; Duration: 5-day cruise; Cruise Line: Carnival Cruise Line; Cruise Ship: Carnival Elation; Ports of Call: Jacksonville, Nassau, Princess Cays, Jacksonville;[…]

Carnival Elation, The Bahamas from Jacksonville, November 25, 2024

5-day cruise to Bimini and Nassau on board Carnival Elation Cruising from: Jacksonville, Florida; Departure Date: November 25, 2024; Duration: 5-day cruise; Cruise Line: Carnival Cruise Line; Cruise Ship: Carnival Elation; Ports of Call: Jacksonville, Nassau, Bimini, Jacksonville; Enjoy magnificent scenery[…]

Carnival Elation, The Bahamas from Jacksonville, November 21, 2024

4-day cruise to Freeport and Nassau on board Carnival Elation Cruising from: Jacksonville, Florida; Departure Date: November 21, 2024; Duration: 4-day cruise; Cruise Line: Carnival Cruise Line; Cruise Ship: Carnival Elation; Ports of Call: Jacksonville, Freeport, Nassau, Jacksonville; Enjoy magnificent scenery and[…]

Carnival Elation, The Bahamas from Jacksonville, November 16, 2024

5-day mini cruise to Nassau and Princess Cays with Carnival Cruise Line Cruising from: Jacksonville, Florida; Departure Date: November 16, 2024; Duration: 5-day cruise; Cruise Line: Carnival Cruise Line; Cruise Ship: Carnival Elation; Ports of Call: Jacksonville, Nassau, Princess Cays, Jacksonville;[…]

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Local Time 2024-04-27 20:48

Port Jacksonville cruise ship schedule shows timetable calendars of all arrival and departure dates by month. The port's schedule lists all ships (in links) with cruises going to or leaving from Jacksonville, JAXPORT, Florida. To see the full itineraries (ports of call dates and arrival / departure times) and their lowest rates – just follow the corresponding ship-link.

Jacksonville cruise port JAXPORT is located in northeastern Florida, USA.

The port's cruise ship schedule has listed mainly roundtrips to The Bahamas (4-5-7-day long itineraries) on the Carnival Cruise Lines ship Carnival Elation . The ship's current call ports are Nassau (New Providence) , Freeport (Grand Bahama) and the private island Half Moon Cay , combined with Key West Florida on longer itineraries. Jacksonville is sometimes included as a call port in Panama Canal transition and World Cruise itineraries.

Port's first-ever cruise vessel with regularly scheduled service from JAXPORT was MV Zenith - starting turnaround operations in October 2003. Back then, the liner was operated by Celebrity Cruises . This service was discontinued in 2005.

On February 27, 2004, here was christened Carnival Miracle , starting regular roundtrips from Jacksonville. In 2004 (May through August), Miracle was replaced by MS Jubilee (2017-scrapped). On October 12, 2004, here was homeported MS Celebration for year-round roundtrips. The service was temporarily discontinued in 2008 (April through August) after which was restarted Carnival's Jacksonville-Bahamas cruise homeporting of Carnival Fascination . In May 2016, Carnival Elation replaced Fascination for the year-round Florida-Bahamas passenger shipping service.

In February 2005, during the Super Bowl XXXIX, JAXPORT housed 4 floating hotels, with a total of 3500 staterooms for the football fans in addition to all the onboard nightclubs, restaurants, bars and cafes.

In January 2024, JAXPORT's Board of Directors approved a 3-year homeporting agreement with NCL/Norwegian Cruise Line to provide passenger cruise shipping from Jacksonville seasonally (November to April every year through 2028) starting November 2025 with Norwegian Gem ship . NCL's Jacksonville homeporting operations are based on roundtrip voyages visiting The Bahamas and Eastern Caribbean island destinations. Bookings opened on February 15th (2024).

Norwegian Gem's Jacksonville cruise schedule (during the inaugural season 2025-2026) included mainly 4-5-day Bahamas cruises (to Great Stirrup Cay, Freeport, and Nassau) as well as 3x 12-day and 2x 11-day Eastern Caribbean itineraries (visiting Great Stirrup Cay, Puerto Plata Dominicana, St Thomas USVI, St John’s Antigua, Basseterre St Kitts, San Juan Puerto Rico).

JAXPORT is one of the USA's 16 strategic ports, Florida's only port that handles military cargo (22,000 tons in 2013) and is currently ranked the 5th largest US port by annual cargo tonnage. JAXPORT is operated by Jacksonville Port Authority company - an independent agency responsible for seaport's development and also managing all the 4 deepwater terminals (1 cruise terminal and 3 cargo terminals). The cruise terminal is located just 15 min from JAX (Jacksonville Airport). The Port Authority owns all terminals, supports 132,000+ jobs (nationwide-logistics, including 26,000 local) and generates USD 31+ billion in annual economic impact for Florida.

For FY2016 (Fiscal Year 2016/ending September 30th), JAXPORT reported double-digit growth in imported vehicles (467,898) or 19% increase over 2015. Overall vehicle shipping volume was 636,000+ units. A record number of TEU-containers (968,279 units) was also reported. For FY2017, the seaport reported record growth of its cargo terminals in terms of handled TEUs, vehicles and overall cargo tonnage. In 2017, JAXPORT handled over 1 million TEUs (7% increase over FY2016).

JAXPORT's record for container volumes was set in May 2021 (128900+ TEUs / 37% increase over May 2020). Port's previous record (123700 TEUs) was in October 2019. Port’s two largest TEU-shiping lanes (as of 2021) are to Puerto Rico (19%) and Asia (18%).

When combined with the TEUs handled at port's private terminals, 1,3+ million TEU units are moved through JAXPORT annually, ranking Jacksonville Florida’s largest containership port. Asian container shipping volumes in 2016 grew 19% (nearly 400,000 TEUs). Currently, the Port's Asian sector accounts for ~40% of the total cargo shipping volume, which in 2013 was just 24%. After 13 years of cruise homeporting operations, in July 2016, JAXPORT welcomed its 2-millionth passenger.

Besides TEU-containers, JAXPORT's terminals also handle bulk- and break-bulk cargoes, including forest products (cellulose and fluff pulp, plywood, paper board, coated and recovered paper, wood chips and pellets, logs and lumber). The cargo terminals are serviced by 3 US highways (I10, I95, I75) and 3 railroads (CSX, Norfolk Southern, Florida East Coast Railway) with 40 daily train departures. The seaport serves 40+ international marine shipping companies. Direct shipping lines link to ports in the Caribbean, South America, Europe, Asia.

In 2017, JAXPORT scheduled a deepening project for the Jacksonville shipping channel (to max draft 14,3 m / 47 ft). This will result in increased cargo volumes by allowing access to some of the world's largest cargo vessels.

By this plan (2017-2021) were scheduled the following works:

• Harbor Deepening/dredging of St Johns River to max draught 47 ft (14,3 m). This project created 15396 jobs and added ~2 million TEUs to the Port’s annual container capacity. It was estimated that every US$1 invested will return $24,67 to the economy.
• Mile Point harbor improvement project (USD 43,5 million) resulted in removing navigational restrictions for larger ships under certain tidal conditions. The state advanced  for design and
• Intermodal Container Transfer Facility (ICTF) at Dames Point facilitates the direct transfer of TEUs between the boxships and freight trains. ICTF has daily capacity 2 unit trains (1 inbound, 1 outbound) carrying max 200 TEUs each. This reduced truck traffic on the local roads and highways.
• JAXPORT purchased three new ZPMC 100-gauge container cranes (100 ft) in addition to the existing two. All gantry cranes serve Blount Island Marine Terminal. By this USD 15-million project was upgraded Berth 35 with new gantry cranes, with planned a total of 10 new electric cranes.
• Heavy Lift Berth at Blount Island Marine Terminal has one of USA’s largest by capacity weight-bearing docks with max load capacity 1800 pounds (816 kg) per ft2. The upgrade increased berth's rail capability to 78 kips (78K pounds-force) per axle for on-dock rail cargoes.
• Infrastructure improvements (USD 100 million) at Blount Island Terminal and Talleyrand Terminal resulted in upgraded and expanded wharves, new on-site rail tracks and dock pavements.

FY2017's general cargo shipping growth was another record - 9,3 million cargo tons (7% increase over FY2016). Dry-bulk cargoes increased 21% over FY2016 (total 862,338 tons). The container trade with Puerto Rico grew by 10%. Note: JAXPORT is USA's primary seaport for trade with the island.

In November 2017, JAXPORT started the construction of a new car terminal for processing and storage of new (foreign- and USA-made) vehicles. The new Dames Point Marine Terminal will increase by 25% port’s vehicle-handling capacity. It covers an area of 100+ acres (40 hectares) and provides direct quayside access (for vehicle loading/unloading), as well as access to major interstate highways (connections less than 1 mi away) and rail capabilities.

In 2017, JAXPORT's total vehicle throughput was 693,000 units (record year). By volume, the port is the USA's second-largest vehicle-handling port. JAXPORT serves 3 major auto processing companies (AMPORTS, "Wallenius Wilhelmsen Logistics", Toyota) and offers international service from 13 of the world’s largest Ro-Ro carriers.

On April 30, 2018, Carnival Corporation signed with JAXPORT an extension for cruise shipping services for additional 3 years. The agreement also included 3 additional 2-year renewal options and terminal improvements. The contract (May 2021, potentially through 2027) serves the 2019-upgraded Carnival Ecstasy to operate on year-round 4-5-day cruises. In March 2024 was signed the JAXPORT-Carnival Cruise Line agreement to extend CCL's cruise service from North Jacksonville Cruise Terminal through 2026, with an optional extension through 2030.

Carnival's JAXPORT cruise operations serve annually around 170,000 passengers. In FY2018 were handled 199,899 passengers.

On March 4, 2019, JAXPORT's Board of Directors approved a 25-year lease deal with SSA Marine (port terminal operator) for development and management of the container terminal at Blount Island. The USD 238,7 million facility (SSA Jacksonville Container Terminal) will have deepwater berths and capacity to handle larger boxships (even when fully-loaded).

• By this project, SSA Marine will expand the terminal from 50 to 80 acres (optional up to 120 acres). The project will create ~3500 local jobs over the contract's first 10 years. Upon completion of the JAXPORT Harbor Deepening project (in 2023), the expanded terminal will have a new turning basin and max draft (water depth) 14 m / 47 ft.
• SSA Marine contributed USD 28 million for the exclusive use of port's three gantry cranes (100-gauge each). SSA Marine also contributed USD 129,7 million for the exclusive terminal use and upgrades, including three new 100-gauge cranes. JAXPORT contributed USD 109 million in dock rehabilitation and terminal upgrades resulting in berthing capacity two Post-Panamax boxships simultaneously.
• Construction works on the new Blount Island Marine Terminal officially started on November 22, 2019. The new terminal has 2 post-Panamax berths and annual max capacity 700,000 TEUs. Berth upgrades will to be completed in 2021.
• SSA Jacksonville Container Terminal is approx 4 mi (6,5 km) from Dames Point Marine Terminal and serves direct lines linking JAXPORT with Atlanta GA and Chicago IL .

On May 16, 2019, was officially inaugurated the JAX LNG ( liquefied natural gas ) plant at Dames Point (along St John’s River).

• Construction works started in December 2016. With both truck-loading and ship-bunkering capabilities, the newbuilt plant serves trucking and marine companies. It was constructed via a joint venture between Pivotal LNG Inc (specializing in heavy-duty trucking, marine and rail gas transportation) and NorthStar Midstream (subsidiary of Oaktree Capital Management, specializes in port terminal storage and transportation).
• JAX LNG plant has daily production capacity 120,000 US gallons and storage capacity 2+ million US gallons. In 2021, the JAX LNG facility was expanded, increasing these capacities to, respectively, 360,000 and 4+ million US gallons.
• With the JAX LNG's expansion, Pivotal’s LNG network (Alabama, Florida, Pennsylvania) reached a daily production capacity 470,000+ US gallons and storage capacity approx 9 million US gallons.

JAXPORT statistics 2019

In FY2019, the port handled 1,338+ million TEUs (5% increase over FY2018), nearly 696,500 vehicles, ~10,9 million tons of cargoes (4% increase), ~880,000 tons of dry-bulk (including non-containerized materials, 19% increase), ~934,600 tons of break-bulk (including wood pulp, 7% increase), 380,300 tons of liquid-bulk (including corn syrup and molasses, 4% increase) and nearly 195,000 cruise passengers (199,000 in 2018).

JAXPORT statistics 2018

In August 2018, JAXPORT reported a monthly record in TEU volumes - nearly 115,700 containers. The previous record (115,300 TEUs) was in December 2017.

• For FY2018 (fiscal year, Oct 1 through Sept 30), JAXPORT’s TEU volumes increased 20% (over 2017) - with total handled 1,3 million containers. Of those, 382,000 TEUs were on vessels serving USA-Asian routes, and 669,700 TEUs on the route USA-Puerto Rico.
• JAXPORT serves all three world’s largest shipping alliances (G6, CKYHE, OCEAN).
• For 2019 were scheduled dredging works for deepening Jacksonville’s ship channel (to max draft 14 m / 47 ft) allowing even larger boxships.

FY2018 was port's record year for cruise shipping - a total of 199,899 passengers, served by Carnival Elation . The homeported year-round in Jacksonville ship operates roundtrip tineraries to Freeport , Nassau , Princess Cays and Half Moon Cay . In May 2019, Carnival Ecstasy assumed Elation's 4-5-day itinerary program.

Record growth was reported also in container shipping volumes - nearly 1,3 million TEUs (23% increase), ranking it Florida’s largest container port. The Asian boxshipping trade increased 12% (to nearly 429,000 TEUs).

• Ro-Ro shipping (wheeled cargo) was over 665,000 units.
• General cargo shipping volumes reached nearly 10,5 million tons (+12%).
• Liquid bulk cargo shipping increased 19% (to over 365,000 tons, mainly corn syrup and cooking oil).
• Container shipping with Puerto Rico increased 37%. In 2018, from here were made the principal shipments of supply relief aid to the island following Hurricane Maria (September 2017).

River cruises from Jacksonville

As homeport for riverboats, Jacksonville is included in the regular schedule of USA's largest river cruise company - American Cruise Lines . Next table shows company's 7-day "Great Rivers of Florida" itinerary (ship American Star ) with prices from ~USD 2900 per person (double occupancy).

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JAXPORT Cruise Terminal covers a total area of 5900 m2 (63,000 ft2) and is located at the northwest corner of Dames Point Marine Terminal. The facility was inaugurated in 2003 - completed in just 6 months. Vehicle access to the terminal is via Hecksher Drive (to the west of Dames Point Bridge). I-95 highway is a few miles away. JAX Airport is at ~15 min drive from the passenger terminal.

JAXPORT has only one cruise berth (length 393 m / 1289 ft). The passenger embarkation area is sized 1400 m2 (15,000 ft2). The baggage area is sized 2600+ m2 (28,000 ft2). In front of the terminal, there is a car parking (capacity ~600 vehicles) guarded 24/7. The parking is located next to the terminal building.

On December 13, 2017, JAXPORT approved a USD 6,5 million redevelopment project that included paving an area of 18,2 acres (73,650 m2 / 793,000 ft2) located close to the cruise terminal and to be used as a dedicated cruise parking facility.

For the project was contracted the Jacksonville-based company "Pars Construction Services LLC". Works were scheduled to start in early-2018 and to be completed in November. Besides the new pavement, the new car parking project also included drainage, high-mast lighting, pay booths, electrical supply for the gate arms, CCTVs/security cameras, slope protection system (along Wynn's Creek). The new parking lot allowed JAXPORT to convert its old cruise terminal parking area to an automobiles terminal (processing foreign- and USA-made cars).

• Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens: visit the JAX zoo and meet more than 20 mammals and reptiles species. Get close to 1600 animals in amazing landscape area.
• Fort Clinch State Park: it dates from 1847. The old seafront fort will guide you through the daily life of the Union Soldier in the era of the Civil War.
• Museum of Science and History: or MOSH. The exhibitions are interesting for visitor from all ages.
• Museum of Southern History: go back to the Antebellum period.
• Kingsley Plantation: if you visit this cotton plantation, you will feel like you are in the late years of the 18th century. This is the “Sunshine State”‘s oldest plantation.
• Cummer Museum of Art and Gardens: along St John’s River you will find the amazing Ninah and Arthur Cummer artistick works collection. They shared the collection in 1961. Since then it rose from 60 to 5,000 works.
• Jacksonville Maritime Museum: great place to visit if you want to discover Florida naval vessels. There are a lot of interactive exhibitions and Titanic scale model.
• Anheuser-Busch Brewery Tour: chose between guided tour or own walk in the beer brewing process. If you are over 21, don’t miss the “Tasting Room.”

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Published: December 9, 2023

Modified: December 28, 2023

by Rozina Rawls

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Florida, known as the Sunshine State, has long been a popular destination for tourists and residents alike. With its beautiful beaches, warm weather, and diverse range of attractions, Florida offers something for everyone. One of the exciting experiences available in Florida is embarking on a cruise from the coastal city of Jacksonville.

Jacksonville, located on Florida’s northeast coast, is not only the largest city in the state but also serves as a gateway to the Atlantic Ocean. Offering convenient access to the ocean, Jacksonville is an ideal departure point for cruise enthusiasts looking to set sail on their next adventure.

Whether you are a seasoned cruiser or considering your first voyage, Jacksonville has a variety of cruise lines to choose from. Each cruise line offers a unique experience, tailored to different preferences and budgets.

In this article, we will explore the cruise lines that operate out of Jacksonville, Florida, giving you an overview of the options available for your next cruise getaway.

Disclaimer: Please note that cruise itineraries and availability are subject to change. It is advisable to check with the cruise lines directly or consult a travel agent for the most up-to-date information.

Carnival Cruise Line

Carnival Cruise Line, one of the most well-known names in the cruise industry, offers several exciting cruise options that depart from Jacksonville, Florida. With a reputation for fun-filled vacations, Carnival offers a vibrant and lively atmosphere on board their ships.

One popular cruise option from Jacksonville is the Carnival Ecstasy. This ship offers a range of itineraries, including short cruises to the Bahamas and longer voyages to the Caribbean. With various amenities and activities on board, such as water slides, live entertainment, and dining options, Carnival Ecstasy provides a memorable experience for passengers of all ages.

Another Carnival ship that sets sail from Jacksonville is the Carnival Elation. This vessel boasts a vibrant ambiance and provides a range of cruise itineraries, including visits to popular destinations like Half Moon Cay, Nassau, and Freeport. Passengers can enjoy a host of amenities, including pools, dining venues, spa services, and entertainment options.

For those seeking a longer cruise experience, Carnival offers extended voyages from Jacksonville, such as a 10-day Eastern Caribbean cruise on the Carnival Pride. This cruise takes passengers to stunning destinations such as Grand Turk, Amber Cove, and Half Moon Cay, offering ample opportunities for relaxation and exploration.

Carnival Cruise Line is known for its exceptional service, casual atmosphere, and a wide array of dining options. From casual buffets to specialty restaurants, passengers can indulge in delicious culinary experiences throughout their cruise.

Additionally, Carnival offers a variety of onboard activities and entertainment, including live shows, comedy clubs, casinos, and nightclubs. Passengers can also take advantage of amenities such as spas, fitness centers, and sports facilities to stay active during their cruise.

It is worth noting that Carnival Cruise Line caters to families, couples, and friends looking for a fun and vibrant vacation experience. The affordability and wide range of itineraries make Carnival an excellent choice for those departing from Jacksonville, Florida.

Next, let’s explore another popular cruise line that operates out of Jacksonville.

Royal Caribbean International

Royal Caribbean International, a renowned cruise line known for its innovative ships and exceptional service, offers an array of cruise options departing from Jacksonville, Florida. With their commitment to delivering a memorable and adventurous experience, Royal Caribbean is a favorite choice for many cruisers.

One of the ships that sets sail from Jacksonville is the Majesty of the Seas. This vessel offers shorter cruises to the Bahamas, typically ranging from three to four nights. Passengers can enjoy a variety of amenities onboard, including pools, dining options, entertainment venues, and even a rock-climbing wall. The cruise also includes a stop at Royal Caribbean’s private island, CocoCay, where guests can indulge in beach activities and water sports.

Another popular choice is the Empress of the Seas. This ship embarks on longer cruises from Jacksonville, typically lasting around seven nights. Passengers have the opportunity to explore multiple destinations, such as Key West, Cozumel, and Belize. Onboard, guests can enjoy a wide range of activities, including Broadway-style shows, luxury spa treatments, and dining options that cater to various tastes.

Royal Caribbean is known for its commitment to providing thrilling and unique experiences. For the adventure-seekers, the cruise line offers adrenaline-pumping activities like the FlowRider surf simulator, zip-lining, and ice skating. Families can take advantage of the award-winning kids’ clubs and engaging family-friendly entertainment options available onboard.

Furthermore, Royal Caribbean offers a variety of dining options to suit all palates. From international cuisine to specialty restaurants, guests can indulge in a culinary journey throughout their cruise.

Aside from the onboard experiences, Royal Caribbean prides itself on its exceptional customer service and attention to detail. The cruise line goes above and beyond to ensure that passengers have a seamless and enjoyable journey from the moment they step onboard until disembarkation.

It’s important to note that Royal Caribbean cruises offer a blend of adventure, relaxation, and entertainment, making them an excellent choice for a wide range of travelers. With their diverse itineraries and top-notch amenities, Royal Caribbean provides unforgettable cruise experiences from Jacksonville.

Now, let’s explore other cruise lines that operate out of Jacksonville, Florida.

Other Cruise Lines

In addition to Carnival Cruise Line and Royal Caribbean International, there are other cruise lines that offer exciting itineraries departing from Jacksonville, Florida. These cruise lines provide unique experiences and cater to different preferences and budgets.

One such cruise line is Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL). NCL offers a range of cruises from Jacksonville, including trips to the Bahamas and the Caribbean. Passengers can enjoy innovative onboard features like the NCL’s “Freestyle Dining,” allowing them to dine when and where they choose. NCL also offers a variety of entertainment options, from live shows to themed parties.

Another option is Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line. This cruise line offers short two-night cruises to the Bahamas, providing a quick getaway for those looking to relax and rejuvenate. Passengers can enjoy amenities such as swimming pools, dining options, and live entertainment onboard.

It is worth mentioning that while these cruise lines may offer different experiences, they all prioritize passenger safety and satisfaction. Each cruise line ensures that guests have access to amenities, activities, and dining options that cater to their needs, ensuring a memorable and enjoyable cruise experience.

Whether you’re looking for a fun-filled adventure, a relaxing getaway, or a family-friendly vacation, these other cruise lines operating out of Jacksonville offer various options to suit your preferences.

Before making your final decision, it is recommended to explore the itineraries, available amenities, and the cruise lines’ reputation to find the perfect match for your desired cruise experience.

Now, let’s summarize what we’ve explored and conclude our article.

Jacksonville, Florida, serves as an excellent departure point for embarking on a cruise adventure. With various cruise lines offering a range of itineraries, there is something for everyone seeking an exciting getaway.

Carnival Cruise Line, known for its fun-filled atmosphere, provides diverse options for cruisers departing from Jacksonville. Whether you’re interested in a short cruise to the Bahamas or a longer journey to the Caribbean, Carnival delivers a memorable experience for passengers of all ages.

Royal Caribbean International, with its innovative ships and commitment to exceptional service, offers an array of cruise options from Jacksonville. From shorter cruises to the Bahamas to longer voyages exploring multiple destinations, Royal Caribbean provides thrilling experiences and entertainment for all guests.

In addition to Carnival and Royal Caribbean, other cruise lines like Norwegian Cruise Line and Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line offer distinctive itineraries departing from Jacksonville. These cruise lines cater to various preferences and budgets, ensuring a memorable and enjoyable vacation experience.

When choosing a cruise line from Jacksonville, it’s important to consider factors such as itineraries, onboard amenities, and the overall atmosphere that aligns with your preferences. Whether you’re seeking adventure, relaxation, or family-friendly activities, Jacksonville’s cruise options have you covered.

No matter which cruise line you choose, rest assured that each of these operators prioritizes passenger safety and satisfaction. From exceptional dining experiences to thrilling onboard activities, these cruise lines strive to deliver a memorable and enjoyable journey.

So, whether you’re a first-time cruiser or an experienced traveler, consider departing from Jacksonville, Florida, for your next cruise. From the beautiful coastal city to the exciting destinations you’ll visit, a cruise from Jacksonville promises an unforgettable experience.

Start planning your next adventure and set sail from Jacksonville to create memories that will last a lifetime!

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What to do before or after your cruise from jacksonville’s jaxport.

By Janet K. Keeler

Jacksonville is the northernmost cruise port in Florida to board a cruise ship bound for the blue water of the Caribbean. The Jacksonville cruise port, called JaxPort , is the homeport for the Carnival Elation which plies the Atlantic year-round to the eastern Caribbean, namely the Bahamas.

The Elation will be joined by a Norwegian cruise ship late in 2025 which will offer longer Caribbean swings. If there’s one thing that avid cruisers love, it’s choices and JaxPort will soon have more.

There are so many things to do in Jacksonville and cities nearby that adding some fun to the front or back end of a cruise is a breeze. Keep in mind that Jacksonville is Florida’s biggest city in both population and land area so it has big city vibes and laid-back nature experiences.

Sitting just across the southern state line of Georgia where Interstates 95 and 10 meet, Jacksonville is a convenient destination for people traveling by car, plus the Jacksonville International Airport provides access from all over the country.

The 22 miles of beaches are a big draw to Jacksonville. Jacksonville, Neptune, Black Rock and Atlantic beaches are fine places to throw out a blanket and enjoy the rollicking Atlantic Ocean. There are waves upon waves upon waves so body surfing, boogie boarding and surfing (Atlantic Beach is the top spot) are prime attractions. There are places to rent equipment all along the beaches.

The St. Johns River , at 310 miles the longest river in the U.S., is not only a commercial waterway but provides recreation in 12 Florida counties. It’s what’s called a lazy river because it meanders through the Florida landscape contributing to the ecosystem as much as it does to things-to-do. The river cuts through downtown Jacksonville and a ride on the St. Johns River Taxi , especially a sunset cruise, can show you how the city meets nature. Plus, the twinkling lights of the high rises are pretty romantic. Back on land, consider a stop at one of Jacksonville’s 30 craft breweries or collect local brew “passport” stamps on the Jax Ale Trail . If you’re in town during baseball season, buy tickets to see the triple-A Jumbo Shrimp (you know you’re in Florida!) play. While you’re at the park, get a taste of a local collaboration. Intuition Ale Works has an orange-tinged Kolsch called Shrimp Boat. Or if you want beer and not baseball, stop by Intuition Ale or one of the other breweries in town, including Tepeyolot Cerveceria which specializes in Mexican-style beers. Here are five more things to do in Jacksonville, before or after a Bahamian cruise.

The Creative Life in Jax

The Cummer Museum & Gardens is the city’s premier arts destination with the permanent collection of works which includes Winslow Homer, Norman Rockwell and Peter Paul Rubens. The lovely gardens are on the National Historic Register of Historic Places. Nearby and under the Fuller Warren Bridge is the Saturday Riverside Art Market , a must-stop to visit local vendors selling everything from wearable art to photographs to paintings. The Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville at the University of North Florida is a fine place to spend an afternoon viewing art created in the past 100 years. It’s more about the art of science, but the Museum of Science & History has a planetarium and loads of activities for kids. A novel way to check out the city’s public art is a tour with Go Tuk’n on a souped-up, open-air golf cart or a self-guided walking tour of the city’s 60 murals , 50 of them downtown.

A Journey through Natural and Human History

A nationa  l preserve and two adjacent state parks east of Jacksonville take travelers back thousands of years to unspoiled coast wetlands and waterways. The Timucuan Ecological & Historic Preserve is a sprawling 46,000-acre compound that represents 6,000 years of ecological history. There is much to do there, and also in adjacent Big Talbot Island and Little Talbot Island state parks, but hikers will especially like the trails that lead through the unique landscape, where hardwood hammocks, coastal dunes and salt marshes intersect. The trails follow the footsteps of the Timucuan Indians, who were nearly wiped out by 1800. The preserve includes Fort Caroline National Memorial dedicated to the short-lived 16th century French colony and the Kingsley Plantation , whose owner bought and sold enslaved people. On the property is the Kingsley house, built in 1797-98, and the remains of 25 slave cabins. Guides do not shy away from the troubled history of the compound.

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The Catty Shack Ranch Wildlife Sanctuary rescues and takes care of exotic and endangered big cats. For kids, a visit to the sanctuary just might be the highlight of the cruise vacation. Well that and the endless on-board buffet with flowing chocolate fountain. Visitors can tour the facility and see the resident animals including tigers, lions, cougars and bobcats. Beyond big cats there are bears and coatimundis in residence. Guided 45-minute tours are offered in the afternoons.

From Big City to Old City

Just 35 miles south of Jacksonville is St. Augustine , the oldest city in the U.S. and the place where it’s likely that the first Thanksgiving feast was held. Think shellfish and not stuffing when Spanish settlers cracked shells with members of the Siloy tribe in 1565, more than 50 years before the Plymouth Rock story we learned in school. Things-to-do in St. Augustine includes touring the 16th century Spanish fort Castillo de San Marcos National Monument and walking the pedestrian-only streets of the historic district. Climb the 219 steps to the observation deck of the iconic barber-pole striped 1875 St. Augustine Lighthouse . Or ride the Old Town Trolley and hop off at any of the 22 stops. Old Town also does night-time ghost tours.

Cheers to Local Spirits

Florida has more than 400 craft breweries and that entrepreneurial creativity has ignited the spirits world. There are a growing number of distilleries in Florida , many of them offering guided tours plus tastings. Check out Manifest Distillery in Jacksonville, the first in the state to package its spirits in canned cocktails such as a vodka mule and a classic daiquiri. Short on time? Take the 30-minute tour. Want to hang out longer? Nab a spot on the 2½-hour tour and stop in the Cocktail Room afterward. Award-winning St. Augustine Distillery in St. Augustine is one of the state’s most-well known makers of local spirits. There’s a guided tour of the distillery, housed in a 1907 power and ice plant. You could pair a visit here with other sites in Florida’s oldest city.

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Five fun things to do in Jacksonville this weekend: 'Frozen,' blueberries and live music

Did you miss out on tickets to see "Disney's Frozen" on opening night in Jacksonville? As the lady sings, let it go, because there are other performances and other events going on in this corner of Florida this weekend to keep you plenty busy.

Bostwick Blueberry Festival 

Bostwick, Fla., off U.S. 17 between Green Cove Springs and Palatka, isn’t what you’d call a big city, but they know how to throw a blueberry festival , serving up more than a thousand pancake breakfasts to support the community Saturday morning. They’ll have live music all day, blueberry ice cream, blueberry pies for sale, a Blueberry Queen contest and fun stuff for the kids.  

'Disney's Frozen'

If you don’t know the tale of two sisters, a talking snowman and a moose named Sven, you clearly don’t have kids. "Disney's Frozen" opens its 11-show run at the Moran Theater in downtown Jacksonville at 2 p.m. Saturday. Other weekend shows are at 8 p.m. Saturday and 1 and 6:30 p.m. Sunday, continuing until Sunday, May 4. $55.59-$168.59.

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Roscolusa Songwriters Festival  

You might not recognize the names of some of the performers at Roscolusa , but you probably know their songs, which have been recorded by Carrie Underwood, Kenny Chesney, Zach Brown, Tim McGraw and others. The fest gathers songwriters, who talk about their compositions, then play them. Gates at the Nocatee Welcome Center open at 4 p.m. Saturday, music starts at 5. $35-$105.  

Jazz in Jax 

We’re just about a month out from the Jacksonville Jazz Festival, but the Jacksonville Music Experience and WJCT are getting an early start. Jazz drummer Ulysses Owens Jr. will lead a panel discussion about the history and impact of jazz music. He’ll also lead a jazz jam at the end of the event. It’s at 6 p.m. Saturday at the WJCT Soundstage. Tickets are free, but a $10 donation is requested.

Ritz Voices: We Sing Praise  

The Jacksonville-based powerhouse vocal ensemble sings gospel and spiritual favorites, with a special salute to Jacksonville’s Grammy-nominated singer Troy Sneed , who died of Covid in 2020. Showtime is 8 p.m. Saturday at the Ritz Theatre . $25.