From BOLT, the first rollercoaster at sea to brand-new themed Zones, find out what's aboard Mardi Gras, sailing from Port Canaveral! Explore photos, deck plans, staterooms and itinerary options. Grab your spot on Mardi Gras today! MARDI GRAS® IS A NOD TO WHERE WE’VE BEEN …AND A SALUTE TO WHERE WE’RE HEADED.
Mardi Gras
Carnival Cruise Line · Contemporary cruise ship
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Overview
Experience on board
On June 4th, Mardi Gras met her homeport for the first time... which would be the awesome Port Canaveral, of course. So maybe you should meet it too!
Who this ship is best for
Mardi Gras suits travelers who want a Carnival Cruise Line sailing with enough structure to compare cabins, onboard rhythm, and itinerary fit before booking. It is also useful for cruisers who prefer to plan port days and ship days together instead of treating the vessel as only transportation. Couples prioritizing dining variety and evening shows often mesh well with Mardi Gras, especially on port-light itineraries.
Key facts
- Cruise line
- Carnival Cruise Line
- Experience
- Carnival Cruise Line ship profile for itinerary, cabin, and shore-day planning.
- Ship focus
- Contemporary cruise ship
Highlights
- From BOLT, the first rollercoaster at sea to brand-new themed Zones, find out what's aboard Mardi Gras, sailing from Port Canaveral! Explore.
- MARDI GRAS® IS A NOD TO WHERE WE’VE BEEN …AND A SALUTE TO WHERE WE’RE HEADED.
- On June 4th, Mardi Gras met her homeport for the first time... which would be the awesome Port Canaveral, of course. So.
- Mardi Gras, also known as Shrove Tuesday, is the final day of Carnival ; it thus falls on the day before the.
- Mardi Gras is French for "Fat Tuesday", referring to it being the last day of consuming rich, fatty foods, most notably red.
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