MARDI GRAS: FUN-FUELED VACATION INNOVATION POWERED BY LNG. When we launched our first ship, 1972's TSS Mardi Gras, we 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 we are! So here’s a brand-new ship with a familiar name. With significantly more real estate than the other Fun Ships -- the Carnival Mardi Gras size is 35 percent larger than the class of ships before it -- the line has made sure that all the old Mardi Gras, the flagship vessel of the Excel-class, represents a new era of ship design for Carnival Cruise Line. Carnival Cruise Line is one of the most popular cruise lines in the world, offering some of the most fun cruise vacations at affordable fares. 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. 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 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. With a maiden voyage scheduled for summer 2020, Mardi Gras will be Carnival’s newest and largest-ever ship. Sharing a name with Carnival’s first vessel launched back in 1972, Mardi Gras will continue the cruise line’s reputation for laidback fun with revolutionary new amenities, including BOLT, the first-ever roller coaster at sea. Read the Mardi Gras review by Cruiseline.com member TheJonesz07 from February 15, 2025 of the 7 Night Eastern Caribbean (Port Canaveral Roundtrip) cruise. Cruise review , rated 5 out of 5 stars by member TheJonesz07 About the Ship: Mardi Gras is among one of Carnival Cruise Line's largest ships, so you are guaranteed to find no shortage of activities, entertainment, dining, and cabin options onboard. Sharing a name with Carnival’s first vessel launched back in 1972, Mardi Gras will continue the cruise line’s reputation for laidback fun with Cruise line: Carnival Cruises. Double occupancy/max occupancy: 5200 / 6500 Crew: 1735 Year built: 2020 Tonnage: 180,800 Mardi Gras Cruise Ship Floor Plan. Size: 158 sq. ft. Occupancy: 2 3 or 4 guests Cabin Category: 4C Amenities: Two twin beds that can convert to a king-size bed some staterooms have one or two upper pullman beds bath with shower and sink interactive LCD TV telephone individual climate control hair dryer safe minibar 3 closets and desk and ottoman seat. Read the Mardi Gras review by Cruiseline.com member flisa22 from February 15, 2025 of the 7 Night Eastern Caribbean (Port Canaveral Roundtrip) cruise. Cruise review , rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by member flisa22 Floor Plan. Size: 243 sq. ft. Occupancy: 2 3 or 4 guests Cabin Category: 6B Amenities: Two twin beds that can convert to a king-size bed most staterooms have either a single sofabed or single sofabed and one upper pullman bed window bath with shower and sink interactive LCD TV telephone individual climate control hair dryer safe minibar 3 closets desk and ottoman seat sofa and coffee table. Floor Plan. Size: 205 sq. ft. Balcony: 44 sq. ft. Occupancy: 2 guests standard - some sleep 3 or 4 Cabin Category: 7C Amenities: Two twin beds that convert to a king some staterooms also have a single sofabed or single sofabed and one upper pullman bed window and cove balcony bathroom with shower; interactive LCD TV telephone 110 AC current individual climate control hair dryer safe minibar 3 Love the sea? Mardi Gras Cove Balcony staterooms are the best way to see the sea — these rooms get you close to the waterline, and feature balconies that let you make the most of your location. Enjoy things from a whole new perspective: one amazing up-close view of the wake and seafoam as the ship cruises along. read more Floor Plan. Size: 243 sq. ft. Occupancy: 2 3 or 4 guests Cabin Category: FE Amenities: Two twin beds that convert to a king most staterooms also have a single sofabed or single sofabed and one upper pullman bed obstructed window with view to outdoor steel deck area (no guest access) private bath with shower; interactive LCD TV telephone 110 AC current individual climate control hair dryer safe Read the Mardi Gras review by Cruiseline.com member MaggienT from March 16, 2024 of the 7 Night Eastern Caribbean (Port Canaveral Roundtrip) cruise. Cruise review , rated 4.2 out of 5 stars by member MaggienT Read the Mardi Gras review by Cruiseline.com member sheitzman2013 from November 16, 2024 . Cruises: 7 + cruises. Review: 1 The is the worst inside cabin I Floor Plan. Size: 205 sq. ft. Balcony 97 sq. ft. Occupancy: 2 guests standard - some sleep 3 Cabin Category: 8L Amenities: Two twin beds that convert to a king-sized bed some staterooms also have a single sofabed sitting area with sofa an interactive television system with remote control private forward-view extended balcony private bath with shower picture window hairdryer telephone Read the Mardi Gras review by Cruiseline.com member irondalepics from February 24, 2024 of the 7 Night Eastern Caribbean (Port Canaveral Roundtrip) cruise. Cruise review , rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by member irondalepics
Articles and news, personal stories, interviews with experts.
Photos from events, contest for the best costume, videos from master classes.
![]() | ![]() |
![]() | ![]() |
![]() | ![]() |
![]() | ![]() |
![]() | ![]() |
![]() | ![]() |