September 5, 2026
5-Night Bahamas Cruise
Departing from Jacksonville
From
$388
Price / day
$78
Carnival Elation|Carnival Paradise
Carnival Elation vs Carnival Paradise
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
VS
Newer Ship
Both ships are the same
Lower Price Per Day
Carnival Paradise
$84 / day
$6 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Carnival Elation
33.8 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Carnival Elation vs Carnival Paradise: Quick Comparison
Carnival Elation and Carnival Paradise both entered service in 1998. Carnival Elation is approximately 2% larger by gross tonnage at 71,909 GT. Carnival Elation also carries 6 more passengers. Carnival Elation has upcoming sailings in Bahamas, while Carnival Paradise has sailings in Western Caribbean and Bahamas. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, Carnival Paradise has the lower average starting price per day. The sailings shown cover a similar region and trip length, so the price per day figures are reasonably close to like-for-like. Cruise fares vary significantly by itinerary, departure date and cabin availability, so any price difference should be treated as a snapshot rather than a permanent gap.
Ship Comparison
| Spec | Carnival Elation | Carnival Paradise |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 1998 | 1998 |
| Gross Tonnage | 71,909 GT | 70,367 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 2,130 | 2,124 |
| Space per Passenger | 33.8 GT | 33.1 GT |
| Length | 260.6 m | 260.6 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Carnival Elation vs Carnival Paradise
Age
Carnival Elation and Carnival Paradise were both built in 1998.
Size
At 71,909 GT, Carnival Elation is approximately 2% larger by gross tonnage than Carnival Paradise at 70,367 GT.
Passenger capacity
Carnival Elation carries up to 2,130 passengers compared with 2,124 aboard Carnival Paradise, a difference of 6 passengers.
Passenger space
Carnival Elation offers more space per passenger: 33.8 GT per guest, compared with 33.1 aboard Carnival Paradise. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Carnival Elation and Carnival Paradise cover a similar region and trip length.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Carnival Paradise has the lower average starting price per day at $84 per day.
Compare Ports of Call
Carnival Elation
5-Day The Bahamas from Jacksonville, FL
- Departure Port
- Jacksonville
- Region
- Bahamas
- Nights
- 5
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 5, 2026Jacksonville
- Day 2 · Sep 6, 2026At Sea
- Day 3 · Sep 7, 2026Princess Cays
- Day 4 · Sep 8, 2026Celebration Key™
- Day 5 · Sep 9, 2026At Sea
- Day 6 · Sep 10, 2026Jacksonville
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Carnival Paradise
4-Day Western Caribbean from Tampa, FL
- Departure Port
- Tampa
- Region
- Western Caribbean
- Nights
- 4
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 6, 2026Tampa
- Day 2 · Sep 7, 2026At Sea
- Day 3 · Sep 8, 2026Cozumel
- Day 4 · Sep 9, 2026At Sea
- Day 5 · Sep 10, 2026Tampa
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Carnival Elation
September 10, 2026
4-Night Bahamas Cruise
Departing from Jacksonville
From
$404
Price / day
$101
Carnival Paradise
September 6, 2026
4-Night Western Caribbean Cruise
Departing from Tampa
From
$334
Price / day
$84
September 10, 2026
4-Night Bahamas Cruise
Departing from Tampa
From
$330
Price / day
$83
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Carnival Elation
Average
$90 / day
VS
Carnival Paradise
Average
$84 / day
Carnival Paradise is currently 7% cheaper per day for comparable sailings
$84/day vs $90/day
About $6 less per day
This comparison is based on the upcoming sailings currently shown.
Cruise prices vary by departure date, itinerary, cabin type and availability.
Which Ship Should You Choose?
Choose Carnival Elation if…
- You prefer the larger ship by gross tonnage.
- You do not mind sailing on a ship with a higher passenger capacity.
- You value having more space per passenger (higher GT-per-guest ratio).
- You want to sail in Bahamas.
- Departing from Jacksonville works for your plans.
Choose Carnival Paradise if…
- You prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.
- You want to sail in Western Caribbean and Bahamas.
- Departing from Tampa works for your plans.
- The lower price per day among the sailings currently shown matters to you.
Carnival Elation vs Carnival Paradise: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Both ships are the same
Bigger
Carnival Elation
71,909 GT
2% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Carnival Paradise
$84 / day
About $6 less per day
- Both ships were built in 1998.
- Carnival Elation is 2% larger by gross tonnage.
- Carnival Elation carries 6 more passengers.
- Carnival Elation offers more space per passenger (33.8 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is bigger, Carnival Elation or Carnival Paradise?
Carnival Elation is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 71,909 GT compared with Carnival Paradise at 70,367 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Carnival Elation has a passenger capacity of approximately 2,130, compared with 2,124 for Carnival Paradise.
Which ship is more spacious, Carnival Elation or Carnival Paradise?
Carnival Elation has the higher passenger space ratio at 33.8 GT per passenger, versus 33.1 for Carnival Paradise. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
Which ship is cheaper, Carnival Elation or Carnival Paradise?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Carnival Paradise has the lower average starting price per day at $84 per day versus $90 per day. Fares vary by itinerary, departure date, cabin type and availability.
Where does Carnival Elation sail?
The upcoming Carnival Elation sailings currently listed cover Bahamas, departing from Jacksonville.
Where does Carnival Paradise sail?
The upcoming Carnival Paradise sailings currently listed cover Western Caribbean and Bahamas, departing from Tampa.
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