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MEET THE CEREMONY. We kick off a new ship’s career with a naming ceremony and ours are one part tradition and a lotta parts fun! On the tradition end, we get dignitaries like Mardi Gras' godmother, Miss Dominican Republic Kimberly Jiménez, and our own Chief Fun Officer Shaq to help make sure the champagne bottle gets broken just right for good luck. The new Mardi Gras ship also has Carnival's signature facilities Serenity (adults-only resort), Alchemy Bar, Fahrenheit 555 Steakhouse. Shipboard dining options - Food and Drinks. Carnival Mardi Gras main dining rooms feature select items from the onboard steakhouse, available for an additional fee. Mardi Gras also has a Lido buffet. So here’s a brand-new ship with a familiar name. With this Mardi Gras ® we aren't just paying homage to our first ship — in cruising circles this name suggests innovation, signals the start of something big. Oh, and this Mardi Gras still shouts “fun!” at the top of its lungs. See Carnival Mardi Gras's 2025 to 2026 schedule and popular upcoming cruise itineraries on Cruise Critic. Explore destinations to start your Carnival Mardi Gras cruise planning. Find a Cruise The 180,800-ton, 5,282-guest Mardi Gras is the first of Carnival's thrill-a-minute Mardi Gras class series. Innovative and exceptional, she is jam-packed with excitement for all ages! Many firsts include the introduction of a new-to-the-line suites-only enclave, six themed zones — each with unique venues for dining, entertainment and more. Carnival Journeys is a limited series of special sailings that’s made to amaze, starting with great destinations and less-traveled routes to get you there. Board a Carnival Journeys cruise and you’re on course for enriching experiences aboard, amazing destinations ashore, classic cruising flair and more. Mardi Gras Destinations - Book Mardi Gras online or call 1-800-427-8473 - iCruise.com. Mardi Gras. Carnival Cruise Line. Ship Summary; Sailing Dates; Destinations; Carnival pays homage to the line's very first ship, 1972's TSS Mardi Gras, with the innovative Carnival Mardi Gras! Named for the original ship that took Carnival to the seas, Carnival Mardi Gras is an XL-Class ship that accommodates over 6,500 passengers. This ship boasts the very first roller coaster at sea, named BOLT: Ultimate Sea Coaster. Carnival Mardi Gras sails on both Eastern and Western Caribbean itineraries from Port Canaveral, offering a variety of island experiences. Eastern Caribbean cruises typically visit popular destinations like Nassau or Grand Turk in the Bahamas, the historic city of San Juan , Puerto Rico, and Amber Cove in the Dominican Republic. The March 29, 2025 cruise on the Carnival Mardi Gras departs from Port Canaveral, Florida. On this 7 Night Eastern Caribbean (Port Canaveral Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 4 different cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Carnival Mardi Gras sets sail on Saturday, Mar 29th and returns on Saturday, Apr 5th. The Mardi Gras: will be the latest addition to the Carnival Fleet in 2021. The largest vessel ever built for Carnival Cruise Line with 5.200 passengers is the first cruise ship to be powered by LNG (liquefied natural gas) and is not without reason called „Mardi Gras“: The original Mardi Gras started the success story of Carnival Cruise Line in 1972. The new Mardi Gras closes the circle of So here’s a brand-new ship with a familiar name. With this Mardi Gras ® we aren't just paying homage to our first ship — in cruising circles this name suggests innovation, signals the start of something big. Oh, and this Mardi Gras still shouts “fun!” at the top of its lungs. Discover the Mardi Gras itinerary for September 2026 and find the best deals with iCruise.com. Plan your dream cruise online or call 1-800-427-8473 The October 19, 2024 cruise on the Carnival Mardi Gras departs from Port Canaveral, Florida. On this 7 Night Eastern Caribbean (Port Canaveral Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 4 different cruise port destinations, including its departure port. Discover the Mardi Gras itinerary for January 2025 and find the best deals with iCruise.com. Plan your dream cruise online or call 1-800-427-8473 So here’s a brand-new ship with a familiar name. With this Mardi Gras ® we aren't just paying homage to our first ship — in cruising circles this name suggests innovation, signals the start of something big. Oh, and this Mardi Gras still shouts “fun!” at the top of its lungs. Three Southern Caribbean 14-day Carnival Journeys cruises on Carnival Venezia will be offered, making stops at a range of destinations including Aruba, Curacao, Grenada, Barbados, Dominica, St. Maarten, St. Thomas, St. Kitts, and Antigua. Additional ships homeporting from Port Canaveral for 2026/2027 will be announced soon by Carnival. Sailing since 2020, Mardi Gras brings its flair for fun to a number of destinations in the Caribbean. Join us as we explore some of the ways Mardi Gras sets itself apart from all the rest, from luxurious new suites to mouth-watering dining options! • Only one beverage serving, per sticker, will be served at a time. There is a 5 minute wait between ordering drinks. • Soft drink is served by the glass (16 ounces); juice is served by the glass (10 ounces). Find Mardi Gras sailing dates and sailing calendars and rates on iCruise.com. Book Mardi Gras sailings online or call 1-800-427-8473. Save up to $100 on your next cruise Sign In | Register
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