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The Carnival Mardi Gras has 5 more bars than the Royal Caribbean Odyssey of the Seas. The Mardi Gras has 16 bars like Bar Della Rosa, RedFrog Tiki Bar and The Watering Hole. On Mardi Gras, you can grab a drink at 11 different bars such as Boleros, English Pub and Music Hall. The Royal Caribbean Odyssey of the Seas has 5 fewer bars than the Carnival Mardi Gras. The Odyssey of the Seas has 11 bars like Casino Bar, Giovanni's Wine Bar and Music Hall. On Odyssey of the Seas, you can grab a drink at 16 different bars such as Grand View, Guy's Pig and Anchor Brewhouse and Havana Bar. All told, the top six largest cruise ships on the planet belong to Royal Caribbean. Carnival Celebration, Jubilee, and Mardi Gras, Carnival’s largest ships, have a gross tonnage of 183,000, or about 75% of the size of Royal’s largest ship. And this is just one example. When it comes to size, Royal Caribbean ships definitely have an edge. based on some recent vids I've watched, Royal's MDR looks superior to Carnival's. Royal's Windjammer is far superior to Carnival's lido. Carnival has added some good aerial type shows in the center-stage--but the negative is that good seating is limited. I'm not really into comedians, but I guess Carnival is better for that. Hey! I did Oasis and Mardi Gras (the sister ship) a few weeks apart last year. We preferred Oasis. Food: casual food was better on Mardi Gras, but we liked the specialty restaurants more on Oasis. Room: We won our royal up bid to a junior suite so it’s not a fair comparison, but the Mardi Gras balcony was tight in space compared to Carnival Mardi Gras definitely has the better itinerary, but I would personally pick the Oasis over the Mardi Gras in terms of the ship itself. As a disclaimer, I've only been on one of the Oasis' sister ships, the Symphony of the Seas, and haven't been on the new Carnival ships. The Carnival Mardi Gras has 2 fewer bars than the Royal Caribbean Oasis of the Seas. The Mardi Gras has 16 bars like Alchemy Bar, Center Stage and RedFrog Tiki Bar. On Mardi Gras, you can grab a drink at 18 different bars such as Bionic Bar, Rising Tide Bar and Wipeout Bar. It’s no surprise that Royal Caribbean and Carnival Cruise Line are two of the most popular cruise lines in the world. This is especially true in comparison of each cruise line’s biggest and most modern cruise ships. After sailing on both, Carnival Mardi Gras and Harmony of the Seas showcase the best-of-the-best from each cruise line. In my view, the key difference is that Royal Caribbean feels a bit more refined and offers a touch of upscale flair, whereas Carnival embraces a laid-back, party-friendly atmosphere. One isn’t necessarily better than the other; it’s all about whether you’re looking for whimsical caviar or a night-long Mardi Gras on the high seas. I’m trying to decide which to book : The Carnival’s Mardi Gras or Royal Caribbean’s Harmony of the seas. I love the thought of a new ship with the new roller coaster. But with carnival I’m finding a lot of the entertainment is the same. I will sail on my first Royal Caribbean cruise in September on the Allure of the seas. The Carnival Mardi Gras has 3 more bars than the Royal Caribbean Freedom of the Seas. The Mardi Gras has 16 bars like Piano Bar 88, Punchliner Comedy Club and The Brass Magnolia. On Mardi Gras, you can grab a drink at 13 different bars such as Boleros, Solarium Bar and Star Lounge. How does the Royal Caribbean Oasis of the Seas compare to the Carnival Mardi Gras? The Oasis of the Seas was built in 2009. It was renovated in 2024. It is 12 years older than the Mardi Gras, which was built in 2021. See all the differences in terms of size, facilities, and dining options. The Carnival Mardi Gras has 1 more bar than the Royal Caribbean Mariner of the Seas. The Mardi Gras has 16 bars like Fortune Teller Bar, The Watering Hole and Tides Pool Bar. On Mardi Gras, you can grab a drink at 15 different bars such as Playmakers, Star Lounge and Suite Lounge. The Carnival Mardi Gras has a total of 6 pools and 7 hot tubs. 2 of the pools are exclusive access, which means there's either an extra charge to access them or you need to book a certain class of cabin to have access to them. Royal Caribbean Adventure of the Seas has fewer pools than the Mardi Gras and fewer hot tubs. The Carnival Mardi Gras has 5 fewer bars than the Royal Caribbean Allure of the Seas. The Mardi Gras has 16 bars like Havana Bar, Punchliner Comedy Club and RedFrog Tiki Bar. On Mardi Gras, you can grab a drink at 21 different bars such as Champagne Bar, Mast Bar and Suite Sun Deck Bar. How does the Royal Caribbean Icon of the Seas compare to the Carnival Mardi Gras? The Icon of the Seas was built in 2024. It is 3 years newer than the Mardi Gras, which was built in 2021. See all the differences in terms of size, facilities, and dining options. How does the Carnival Mardi Gras compare to the Royal Caribbean Symphony of the Seas? The Mardi Gras was built in 2021. It is 3 years newer than the Symphony of the Seas, which was built in 2018. See all the differences in terms of size, facilities, and dining options. The Royal Caribbean Independence of the Seas has 2 fewer bars than the Carnival Mardi Gras. The Independence of the Seas has 14 bars like Casino Bar, Champagne Bar and Playmakers. On Independence of the Seas, you can grab a drink at 16 different bars such as Piano Bar 88, Punchliner Comedy Club and Serenity Pool Bar. Royal Caribbean Utopia of the Seas Carnival Mardi Gras; Base Daily Gratuities* (Per Person Per Day) $18.50: $16.00: Tip added to drinks & services: 18% : 18% : Soda Price: $3.50: $3.00: Domestic Beer Price: $8.25 See drink menus: $8.75 See drink menus: Drink Package Price: $77 - $118 Learn more: $83 - $88 Learn more: Internet Plan: $19 to $30 How does the Carnival Mardi Gras compare to the Royal Caribbean Wonder of the Seas? The Mardi Gras was built in 2021. It is 1 year older than the Wonder of the Seas, which was built in 2022. See all the differences in terms of size, facilities, and dining options.
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