sunny delight Posted February 8, 2014 #1 Share Posted February 8, 2014 I am looking to book a very last minute cruise on one of these 2 ships. Both are within driving distance for me to Tampa or New Orleans. Similar itineraries and I know these are sister ships. There will be 3 of us including a 16 yr old. Any thoughts on these 2 ships? Should I book this weekend or keep watching to see if the rate goes any lower for Feb 17 sailing? Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare AtSeaWithChris Posted February 8, 2014 #2 Share Posted February 8, 2014 I really loved the Elation. I like that class better that the Conquest class. I like the layout. Sent from my wonderful iPhone 5 using the fabulous Cruise Critic app. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seeker1555 Posted February 8, 2014 #3 Share Posted February 8, 2014 My kids(13 & 14) and myself had a great time on the Elation......would recommend it for sure... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
terryinal Posted February 8, 2014 #4 Share Posted February 8, 2014 I also love the Elation. But it only has the one water slide in the pool. I'm a old guy and don't need the slides. The Elation has a great crew also Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mutumbojimbo Posted February 8, 2014 #5 Share Posted February 8, 2014 I also love the Elation. But it only has the one water slide in the pool. I'm a old guy and don't need the slides. The Elation has a great crew also The Paradise only has one slide too, that said, we just enjoyed a great cruise on the Paradise. Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
h_blond2 Posted February 8, 2014 #6 Share Posted February 8, 2014 The Elation gets my vote! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2bthereagain Posted February 9, 2014 #7 Share Posted February 9, 2014 (edited) I have sailed both and enjoyed them equally. The Elation, to me, has a more glitzy, vegas vibe while the Paradise is a little more subdued. The Elation's Atrium is one of the most beautiful across the fleet. Edited February 9, 2014 by 2bthereagain Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dhdelrod Posted February 9, 2014 #8 Share Posted February 9, 2014 Elation! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jetski110 Posted February 9, 2014 #9 Share Posted February 9, 2014 We had an amazing time on Paradise over Christmas. I'd vote for that ship. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tammiebolling Posted February 9, 2014 #10 Share Posted February 9, 2014 I love the Elation, and New Orleans is the best port to cruise out of, I've never had to wait in a line to board..Also cruising down the Mississippi River is neat, everyone should do it at least once..:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CShelly Posted February 9, 2014 #11 Share Posted February 9, 2014 Wait...what? The cruise port is on the Mississippi River? Did I understand that right? That would be so cool! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SkyMaster Posted February 9, 2014 #12 Share Posted February 9, 2014 I LOVE "Paradise", and have sailed her over, and over again. She doesn't have the dreaded 2.0 upgrades yet, so the shows are MUCH better aboard "Paradise". Crew is fantastic, food outstanding, and just a wonderful cruise overall. You won't go wrong with "Paradise". :cool: "SKY" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare bluejay555 Posted February 9, 2014 #13 Share Posted February 9, 2014 I have never been on the Paradise, but I was on the Elation last summer and loved it! beautiful, small ship, never seemed overly crowded, no chair hogs, friendly crew... and like stated above, everyone needs to cruise down the Mississippi at least once in their lives! It's amazing! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BSBRose21 Posted February 9, 2014 #14 Share Posted February 9, 2014 I have not been on either but went out of New Orleans two years ago. It is the best port that I have been out of. It is such a great experience and the people that get on seemed to be a different crowd than the ones going out of Florida. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SGH-I747 using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hotdog 52 Posted February 9, 2014 #15 Share Posted February 9, 2014 Can't go wrong with the Elation and the Mississippi River. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
christmas Posted February 9, 2014 #16 Share Posted February 9, 2014 Haven't been on Paradise but have been on Elation. The Elation was my 1st cruise and we liked it. So my vote for Elation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
h_blond2 Posted February 9, 2014 #17 Share Posted February 9, 2014 Wait...what? The cruise port is on the Mississippi River? Did I understand that right? That would be so cool! Yep! The first 7-8 hours of the cruise is spent cruising down the river! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tltripp_73 Posted February 10, 2014 #18 Share Posted February 10, 2014 We loved the Elation but I would give the Paradise a try simply because it replaces Progresso with Grand Cayman. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nitro2448 Posted February 10, 2014 #19 Share Posted February 10, 2014 I've been on the Elation 3 times and the Paradise 2 times, I think both ships are equal in my opinion. To me it would boil down to which port is more to your likening, Tampa or NOLA. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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