Useful Things to Know About Carnival Elation

Packing Tips

• 3-5 days cruise: One bag per person. 
• 6 days or longer cruise: Two bags per person. 
• Maximum bag weight: 50 pounds; size limit: 16 inches high, 24 inches wide (length not a factor). 
• All luggage should be unlocked for security screening. 
• Important items in carry-on: boarding documentation, valuables, medications, special items, toiletries. 

Recommended items to pack

• Collapsible daypack 
• Sunglasses 
• Rain jacket or poncho 
• Sunscreen and insect repellent 
• Translation and guide books 
• Books and magazines 
• Binoculars (for Alaska wildlife) 
• Phone chargers 
• Camera 

Checked Baggage Service

• Available until 2 hours before sailing time. 
• Late arrivals responsible for taking their bags on board. 

What Not to Pack

• Prohibited items include weapons, candles, irons, alcohol, etc. 

Dress Code

• Daytime Attire: Casual wear, shorts, tees, dresses, etc. 

Evening Attire

• Cruise Casual: Casual formal wear for the main dining room. 
• Cruise Elegant: Formal wear for designated evenings. 
• Respectful clothing required, no offensive or inappropriate messages. 

Holidays/Events

• Special outfits for themed events like Ugly Sweater Contest, Halloween cruises, and ‘80s Throwback Day. 

Wi-Fi Plans

• Social Wi-Fi Plan: Access to social websites, no video/music streaming. 
• Value Wi-Fi Plan: Access to social, email, news, and more, no Skype or streaming. 
• Premium Wi-Fi Plan: Fastest access, supports video calling, no video/music streaming. 

Plan Purchase

• Pre-cruise: Buy plans online or through The Fun Shops™. 
• Onboard: Instructions available on connecting to Wi-Fi and purchasing plans. 

Wi-Fi Restrictions

• One device connected at a time. 
• Speeds vary based on location and time. 
• Access to certain sites blocked. 
• VPN not supported. 

Tips for Better Experience

• Turn on airplane mode and use Carnival Wi-Fi. 
• Turn off background app data for faster speeds. 
• Pack Wi-Fi enabled devices, power supply, data cables, and headphones. 

Public Computers

• Microsoft Windows based, 24/7 availability. 
• Use existing internet plan, no specific software installation allowed, free printing. 

Facilities for Guests with Disabilities

• Carnival offers accessible features for guests with disabilities. 
• Trained crew members provide attentive service. 
• General access modifications to ships for easier navigation. 

Accessible Staterooms

• Specially designed staterooms for guests with disabilities. 
• Four classifications: Fully Accessible Cabins (FAC), Fully Accessible Cabins – Single Side Approach (FAC-SSA), Ambulatory Accessible Cabins (AAC), Standard Cabins. 
• Mobility Questionnaire required for accessible stateroom booking. 
• Guests without mobility needs may be moved to non-accessible staterooms if necessary. 

Personal Mobility Devices

• Guests traveling with wheelchairs/scooters must inform Carnival in advance. 
• Specific battery types allowed; removable batteries recommended. 
• Size limitations for stateroom storage; larger devices require fully accessible staterooms. 
• Caution required when using devices on the ship, elevators, gangways, etc. 

Rental Services

• Guests encouraged to bring their own mobility devices or rent from preferred vendor, Scootaround. 
• Recommended folding or disassembling scooters for easy stateroom storage. 

Airport Transfer

• Hydraulic lift transfer available for guests with mobility limitations. 
• Maximum weight limit for hydraulic lifts: 500 pounds (226 kg). 
• Must be requested in advance; no additional cost for the lift. 

Wheelchair Assistance

• Limited supply of wheelchairs available at terminals for boarding and debarkation assistance. 
• Guests needing assistance should contact representatives at the cruise terminal. 

Going Ashore

• Water shuttles used at certain ports; accessibility subject to weather and tidal conditions. 
• Captain's final determination on boarding water shuttles. 
• Crew cannot carry individuals on or off water shuttles for safety reasons. 

Alcohol Policy and Drinks Packages

• Minimum age for purchasing and consuming alcohol: 21 years. 
• Maximum of 15 alcoholic beverages per person, per day. 
• Prohibited items: Glass/plastic bottled non-alcoholic beverages. 
• Allowed on embarkation day: Small quantity of canned/carton non-alcoholic beverages (max 12 cans/cartons per person).
• Wine/champagne exception: One 750 ml sealed/unopened bottle per person on embarkation day. 
• Corkage fee: $15 USD per 750 ml bottle for consuming own wine/champagne in designated areas. 
• Bottled water: Available for purchase, non-refundable once on board. 
• Distilled water: Available for purchase pre-cruise or on board. 
• Coolers: Small coolers allowed as carry-on luggage; large coolers prohibited. 

Purchasing Liquor During the Cruise

• Liquor purchased on board may be subject to Customs duty. 
• Alcohol purchased ashore or in The Fun Shops stored until the end of the voyage. 

Smoking Policy

• Smoking allowed in specific exterior deck areas and casino (when seated and playing). 
• All staterooms and balconies are non-smoking. 
• U.S. federal law prohibits possession and use of recreational/medicinal marijuana and other illegal substances. 
• Violation results in a $500 charge per violation and possible disembarkation. 
• Minimum age to purchase tobacco products: 21 for U.S.-based itineraries/ships. 

FAQs

• $500 charge per violation for smoking in stateroom/balcony. 
• Guests can report smoking violations to Guest Services. 
• Marijuana use prohibited on board despite state/local laws. 
• Guests must consult with their physician for alternatives to marijuana. 

Special Diets

• Carnival's chefs are trained to prepare food options for various diets. 
• Diets accommodated include vegetarian, gluten-free, kosher, Indian vegetarian, low-carb, low-fat, low-sugar, and low-cholesterol. 
• Helpful hints on special diets are provided on the Empire Dining menu. 

Medical Information

• Medical centres meet or exceed standards set by CLIA and ACEP. 
• Staffed by qualified physicians and nurses. 
• Medical staffing varies based on the size of the ship. 
• Ship's physicians meet credentialing guidelines and have specific qualifications and certifications. 
• Medical facilities equipped with standard and advanced medical technology. 
• Medical centres provide reasonable emergency care; extreme cases may require referral to shore-side facilities. 

Medical Emergencies

• Ship's Physician decides if air evacuation/emergency disembarkation is necessary in a medical emergency. 
• Captain is notified immediately to make necessary arrangements. 
• Depending on the situation, patient may be transferred to a shore-side medical facility, or via helicopter or rapid boat.
• Carnival Cruise Line fleet does not have helipads.