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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. Mardi Gras Staterooms. You can count on Mardi Gras to have all the exceptionally comfortable stateroom categories you’ve come to expect on our other ships: from interior, ocean view and balcony staterooms, as well as traditional suites. Choose the stateroom that’s right for you and your crew, whether that’s family, friends, a partner, or The original Mardi Gras ship was launched under a different name in 1960, before becoming a Carnival ship and gaining the Mardi Gras name in 1972. Carnival sold the ship in 1993, after which the Mardi Gras also features a piano bar, comedy club and live gameshows, such as Family Feud and Deal or No Deal. 4. When cruising on Carnival Mardi Gras, you’ll indulge in some of the best casual cuisine at sea. One area where Carnival Mardi Gras shines in comparison to other cruise ships is the number of complimentary dining options onboard. Ships Excel Class Mardi Gras Carnival Celebration Carnival Jubilee Venice Class MARDI GRAS FACT SHEET. Download Ship Photo. Facts at a Glance. Gross Tonnage. 180,000. One downside to the Carnival Mardi Gras cruise ship is that while there are lots of venues, some are too small to handle a rush. The traditional theater can only seat 900 at a time, and both the 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. Although Wi-Fi tends to be slow on cruise ships, the Wi-Fi speed aboard Mardi Gras is fast enough that passengers can take part in video calls and even stream Peloton workouts from your cabin or the fitness center. Adults looking for a night out will find several bars and entertainment options along with a wine bar and Alchemy Bar for martinis. Mardi Gras Ship Information. When Carnival launched their first ship, 1972's TSS Mardi Gras, they made cruising a lot less stuffy, a bit less fancy, the kind of fun everybody could enjoy. Nobody expected this ship to change the cruise world, but here it is! So here's a brand-new ship with a familiar name. Overview. The Mardi Gras is named after Carnival's first ship launched in 1972. The new Mardi Gras is the first ship in North America to be powered by liquefied natural gas, as well as offering At the time, Miami wasn’t well suited for ‘large’ cruise ships, and Mardi Gras ran aground fully loaded while sailing out of port with 530 passengers and 200 crew on board, which led to some Discover the Mardi Gras itinerary for December 2025 and find the best deals with iCruise.com. Plan your dream cruise online or call 1-800-427-8473 Mardi Gras is an Excellence-class cruise ship operated by Carnival Cruise Line. She is Carnival's lead vessel of the fleet's Excel-class, a subclass of the Excellence class, and was built by Finnish shipbuilder Meyer Turku in Turku, Finland . Discover the Mardi Gras itinerary for June 2025 and find the best deals with iCruise.com. Plan your dream cruise online or call 1-800-427-8473 Celebrity chef and restaurateur Guy Fieri is welcoming his fans to see all the fun he and his family enjoyed aboard Mardi Gras for “Guy’s Ultimate Family Cruise.” The special program airs Friday at 9 p.m. EST on Food Network, and will be available for streaming on Max. Discover the Mardi Gras itinerary for March 2025 and find the best deals with iCruise.com. Plan your dream cruise online or call 1-800-427-8473 Carnival Mardi Gras. The Carnival Mardi Gras was built in 2021. It's considered a large size ship. Coming in at 1,130 ft long and 137 ft wide, it's roughly the length of 3.1 football fields, as wide as 2.6 tractor trailers, and the same height as a 17-story building. The Mardi Gras pays homage to Carnival's first ship, also named the Mardi Gras. Cruise Updates Updated Norwegian Cruise Schedule. We've updated our database with the Norwegian cruises scheduled through April 2027, including this batch of June 2025 cruises departing from ports all over the planet. 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 Embark on an extraordinary journey that combines the vibrant celebration of Mardi Gras with a dazzling Western Caribbean cruise on the Norwegian Escape. Join our spirited group of First Responders from across the nation as we set sail together, fostering camaraderie and lifelong friendships.
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