8-Day Southern Caribbean

Two twin beds (convert to king), single sofa bed and one upper pullman. Sofa, plus vanity with illuminated mirror. Full bathroom with shower. Ample closet space. Private balcony with patio chairs and table.

• Dedicated room steward
• Soft, cozy linens (Carnival Comfort Collection®)
• In-room safe for valuables
• Plenty of closet and drawer space
• Television
• Stateroom climate control
• Bathrobes upon request

A Carnival Excel Aft Suite is one of the most spacious rooms on the ship with a wraparound balcony made for entertaining. (It has a private hot tub, dining area, daybed, plus plenty of loungy seating!) Back inside, you’ll find a separate living room and bedroom with perks like two TVs, a walk-in closet, a lighted vanity, a sectional sofa, and an ample bathroom with large shower and double sink, plus a separate private room for the toilet and an extra sink.

Amenities exclusive to Carnival Excel suites:

• Complimentary access to Loft 19™, plus priority cabana reservations
• Dedicated concierge phone line
• Guaranteed reservations at most specialty dining spots
• Sparkling wine and fruit basket upon arrival
• Bottomless Bubbles™ soft drink package
• Complimentary room service, on-demand movies and laundry service
• Upgraded bathroom amenities

Plus, all suites include:

• Priority check-in and express boarding
• Priority Main Dining Room time assignment
• Priority debarkation at all ports
• Two large bottles of water
• Pillow-top mattress
• Bathrobes

Plus, every room includes:

• Dedicated room steward
• Carnival Comfort Collection® linens
• Plenty of closet and drawer space
• In-room safe for valuables
• Television
• Stateroom climate control

Separate Bedroom: Two twin beds (convert to king). Vanity with illuminated mirror. Lounge chair. Deluxe bathroom with walk-in shower and two sinks; separate area for toilet and extra sink. Walk-in closet with ample closet space.

Living Room: Sectional sofa (double sofa bed), upper pullman, lounge chair and coffee table. Dining area for four. Wet bar. Large wraparound balcony with private hot tub, outdoor shower, daybed, lounge chairs and dining area.

• Access to Thermal Suites and Havana Pool
• Complimentary access to Loft 19, plus priority cabana reservations
• Dedicated concierge phone line
• Guaranteed Main Dining Room time assignment
• Guaranteed reservations at most specialty dining spots, when reserved 24 hours prior
• Sparkling wine and fruit bowl upon arrival
• Bottomless Bubbles soft drink package
• Complimentary room service
• Upgraded bathroom amenities
• Complimentary on-demand movies
• Complimentary laundry service
• Priority check-in and boarding
• Priority main dining room time assignment (Early, Late or Your Time Dining)
• Priority debarkation at all ports
• Two large bottles of water
• Pillow-top mattresses
• Bathrobes
• Dedicated room steward
• Soft, cozy linens (Carnival Comfort Collection®)
• In-room safe for valuables
• Plenty of closet and drawer space
• Two televisions
• Stateroom climate control

Two twin beds (convert to king). Sofa, plus vanity with illuminated mirror. Full bathroom with shower. Ample closet space. Connecting door to adjacent stateroom. Private balcony with patio chairs and table.

Exclusive Cloud 9 Spa amenities: Priority spa reservations, free fitness classes, unlimited access to the thermal suites, exclusive discounts on treatments during port days and more.

Note: Exclusive amenities apply to 1st and 2nd guests only; 3rd and 4th guests are not entitled to the exclusive amenities.

• Unique welcome ritual
• Priority spa reservations
• Unlimited use of Thermal Suites
• Complimentary scrub kit to use in our Thermal Suites
• Two complimentary fitness classes (per guest)
• Complimentary body composition analysis
• Exclusive discounts on treatments during port days
• Cloud 9 Spa bathrobes and slippers
• Upgraded Elemis in-stateroom toiletries
• Dedicated room steward
• Soft, cozy linens (Carnival Comfort Collection®)
• In-room safe for valuables
• Plenty of closet and drawer space
• Television
• Stateroom climate control

Two twin beds (convert to king). Vanity with illuminated mirror. Full bathroom with shower. Ample closet space. Connecting door to adjacent stateroom.

Exclusive Cloud 9 Spa amenities: Priority spa reservations, free fitness classes, unlimited access to the thermal suites, exclusive discounts on treatments during port days and more.

Note: Exclusive amenities apply to 1st and 2nd guests only; 3rd and 4th guests are not entitled to the exclusive amenities.

• Unique welcome ritual
• Priority spa reservations
• Unlimited use of Thermal Suites
• Complimentary scrub kit to use in our Thermal Suites
• Two complimentary fitness classes (per guest)
• Complimentary body composition analysis
• Exclusive discounts on treatments during port days
• Cloud 9 Spa bathrobes and slippers
• Upgraded Elemis in-stateroom toiletries
• Dedicated room steward
• Soft, cozy linens (Carnival Comfort Collection®)
• In-room safe for valuables
• Plenty of closet and drawer space
• Television
• Stateroom climate control

Two twin beds (convert to king). Sofa, plus vanity with illuminated mirror. Full bathroom with shower. Ample closet space. Picture window.

Exclusive Cloud 9 Spa amenities: Priority spa reservations, free fitness classes, unlimited access to the thermal suites, exclusive discounts on treatments during port days and more.

Note: Exclusive amenities apply to 1st and 2nd guests only; 3rd and 4th guests are not entitled to the exclusive amenities.

• Unique welcome ritual
• Priority spa reservations
• Unlimited use of Thermal Suites
• Complimentary scrub kit to use in our Thermal Suites
• Two complimentary fitness classes (per guest)
• Complimentary body composition analysis
• Exclusive discounts on treatments during port days
• Cloud 9 Spa bathrobes and slippers
• Upgraded Elemis in-stateroom toiletries
• Dedicated room steward
• Soft, cozy linens (Carnival Comfort Collection®)
• In-room safe for valuables
• Plenty of closet and drawer space
• Television
• Stateroom climate control

Two twin beds (convert to king). Sofa, chair and coffee table. Vanity with illuminated mirror. Full deluxe bathroom with walk-in shower. Ample closet space. Private large balcony with patio chairs and table.

Exclusive Cloud 9 Spa amenities: Priority spa reservations, free fitness classes, unlimited access to the thermal suites, exclusive discounts on treatments during port days and more.

Note: Exclusive amenities apply to 1st and 2nd guests only; 3rd and 4th guests are not entitled to the exclusive amenities.

• Unique welcome ritual
• Priority spa reservations
• Unlimited use of Thermal Suites
• Complimentary scrub kit to use in our Thermal Suites
• Two complimentary fitness classes (per guest)
• Complimentary body composition analysis
• Exclusive discounts on treatments during port days
• Cloud 9 Spa bathrobes and slippers
• Upgraded Elemis in-stateroom toiletries
• Priority check-in and boarding
• Priority main dining room time assignment (Early, Late or Your Time Dining)
• Priority debarkation at all ports
• Two large bottles of water
• Pillow-top mattresses
• Dedicated room steward
• Soft, cozy linens (Carnival Comfort Collection®)
• In-room safe for valuables
• Plenty of closet and drawer space
• Television
• Stateroom climate control

Two twin beds (convert to king). Sofa, plus vanity with illuminated mirror. Full bathroom with shower. Ample closet space. Connecting door to adjacent stateroom. Private balcony with patio chairs and table.

• Dedicated room steward
• Soft, cozy linens (Carnival Comfort Collection®)
• In-room safe for valuables
• Plenty of closet and drawer space
• Television
• Stateroom climate control
• Bathrobes upon request

Two twin beds (convert to king). Sofa, plus vanity with illuminated mirror. Full bathroom with shower. Ample closet space. Private extended balcony with patio chairs and table.

• Dedicated room steward
• Soft, cozy linens (Carnival Comfort Collection®)
• In-room safe for valuables
• Plenty of closet and drawer space
• Television
• Stateroom climate control
• Bathrobes upon request

In a Havana Cabana Corner Suite you’ll find all the comforts of a normal suite... decked out in Cuba-inspired décor! Inside the room are separate living room and bedroom areas, with a TV in each, plus convenient extras like a sectional sofa and walk-in closet. Outside your amazing room lies a private lanai with your own swinging chair. (All Havana stateroom guests must be 12 or older.)

Amenities exclusive to Havana staterooms and suites:

• Exclusive access to Havana Pool area

Plus, all suites include:

• Priority check-in and express boarding
• Priority Main Dining Room time assignment
• Priority debarkation at all ports
• Two large bottles of water
• Pillow-top mattress
• Bathrobes

• Dedicated room steward
• Carnival Comfort Collection® linens
• Plenty of closet and drawer space
• In-room safe for valuables
• Television
• Stateroom climate control

In this room you’ll find all the comfort of a suite, all decked out in Cuba-inspired décor. Outside your Havana Cabana Suite lies a luxurious lounging area with your own deck chairs and swinging chair. (All Havana stateroom guests must be 12 or older.)

Amenities exclusive to Havana staterooms and suites:

• Exclusive access to Havana Pool area
• Priority check-in and express boarding
• Priority Main Dining Room time assignment
• Priority debarkation at all ports
• Two large bottles of water
• Pillow-top mattress
• Bathrobes
• Dedicated room steward
• Carnival Comfort Collection® linens
• Plenty of closet and drawer space
• In-room safe for valuables
• Television
• Stateroom climate control

Two twin beds (convert to king). Vanity with illuminated mirror. Full bathroom with shower. Ample closet space. Private balcony with patio chairs and table.

• Dedicated room steward
• Soft, cozy linens (Carnival Comfort Collection®)
• In-room safe for valuables
• Plenty of closet and drawer space
• Television
• Stateroom climate control
• Bathrobes upon request

• Dedicated room steward
• Soft, cozy linens (Carnival Comfort Collection®)
• In-room safe for valuables
• Plenty of closet and drawer space
• Television
• Stateroom climate control
• Bathrobes upon request

So maybe you’ve had sushi before, but have you tried it at Bonsai Sushi? This is Carnival’s onboard seafood-and-soy-sauce spot, and we think you’ll enjoy our latest location, aboard Mardi Gras. Dine indoors or out amidst carefully-pruned bonsai trees, while enjoying a delectable menu with sit-down service. Rounding out the meal: soups, sides, sakes and desserts. So the next time you’re taking a stroll down the onboard promenade, stop at Bonsai Sushi for a roll, a box or maybe order a whole sushi ship — seaborne satisfaction for two.

It’s a meal, a performance, and it’s definitely unforgettable. The Bonsai Teppanyaki experience is set to delight guests aboard Mardi Gras. Take a little time out of vacation to sit down to a selection of tempting appetizers, before your chef prepares the main course featuring selections of meats, tofu, fish, shrimp or lobster… right at your table. In the teppanyaki tradition — and Carnival’s tradition of fun — expect an interactive, satisfying meal full of surprise and delicious delight.

At Cucina del Capitano on Mardi Gras, who you’ve got gathered around the table is truly as important as what’s being served there. At our table you’ll enjoy delicious Italian favorites — we serve them family-style because we know that sharing large plates and sharing tales of your day’s adventures goes hand-in-hand. Speaking of which, our walls are adorned with old snapshots from our officers’ family albums, proving that the rustic Italian-farmhouse atmosphere definitely isn’t for show.

Haute cuisine meets atmosphere at Fahrenheit 555, a dining experience that stands toe-to-toe with some of the best steakhouses on land. Except this one’s at sea — aboard Mardi Gras. Ours features your choice of steak cuts, lobster, lamb and more… and inside, there’s even a full bar that pours great pairings. Outside, there’s seating for dining al fresco. These are the building blocks of an amazing experience — delectable elements that combine with great service to offer an evening to remember.

We call Mardi Gras's onboard burger spot Guy’s Burger Joint. We teamed up with Guy Fieri to design not just the burgers and fries, but to help bring in the kind of rustic atmosphere you’d find at a roadside burger shack somewhere off a coastal highway. All signs point to ambiance — and serious flavor — so try a burger dressed up the way Guy likes it, or take it off-roading… to the nearby topping bar, where you can make it your own.

Mardi Gras is going to be a huge deal when she sets sail in 2020. Plenty of folks will come ready to chill, but if it’s a thrill you’re seeking, this is also definitely the ship for you!

Aboard the Mardi Gras you’ll meet BOLT™: the fastest — and first! — rollercoaster at sea. Strap in and zoom your motorcycle-style speed machine around an open-air course high, high above sea level. You know how on most rollercoasters... actually, never mind. Forget other coasters because this all-electric thrill ride puts you in the driver’s seat. That means you actually get to control how fast you go, so hit the gas and try for the fastest time, go for the biggest thrill — plus some amazing 360° ocean views! And for the folks who choose to chill: go light on the pedal, and this just might be the coaster for you!

BOLT has a minimum height requirement of 43 inches, and a maximum height of 76 inches.

Wanna splish — and splash — the day away? Head on over to WaterWorks, Carnival's onboard waterpark. First up, there's the Twister Waterslide, hundreds of feet of spiraling awesomeness that starts you off high in the air and gets you down low with one of the fastest, wettest rides you'll find anywhere. Select ships have side-by-side racing slides, which make serious competition seriously fun. Wear your speed suit for Speedway Splash, which features hundreds of feet of racing action, plus special lighting effects you'll experience on the road to victory. DrainPipe ends with one major swirl of a finish, while PowerDrencher takes soaking seriously — imagine the biggest bucket of water you've ever seen, raining down on you from above. And this isn't just kids' stuff — the young at heart are encouraged to zoom and splash around too! (WaterWorks configurations vary by ship.)

The chance to complete an awesome challenge, high above it all… now that's what you want in a good ropes course. An awesome ropes course, however, will let you do all that with a cool sea breeze and a view to match! Not sure that navigating a high-up-there challenge is for you? Did we mention that on SkyCourse you'll be safely strapped in, emboldening you to take on the kinds of challenges you may not normally feel up to? Here everyone — even kids — become thrill-seekers, testing their ability to make their way around the course. The course features two levels of challenge, and you can increase or decrease the toughness as you go. So take to the sky... SkyCourse that is.

Here’s where you come in! The Atrium — the entrance to the ship and to vacation itself — is your first impression of all the fun to come. We make sure that this, the very heart of the ship, screams “welcome aboard the fun!” With multi-level panoramic views, the Atrium gives you the perfect place to enjoy all the hustle and bustle. There’s always music playing here, whether it’s a live band or a party-pumping DJ, plus enjoy events throughout the day or a drink at the bar, anytime. This 360-degree funspot is also home to the Guest Services desk, the place you go if you have questions for one of our certified fun experts… about just about anything that’s on your mind.

A spot that's intriguing by night and friendly anytime, step into the Havana Bar and be transported to antebellum Cuba preserved today in old postcards, vintage literature… and classic delicacies. Take in great ocean views as you try something authentically Cuban, like café Cubano (that’s Cuban coffee!) or handcrafted Cuban cocktails (think daiquiris, mojitos and more). And this spot definitely doesn’t cool down when the sun goes down, with music and dancing keeping things hot well into the night.

Play it again, Sam. Or Diana. Or whatever your name is. Because this is the bar where you call the shots… and the tunes. Hey songbird — pull up a seat, order your favorite cocktail and let your friendly piano player know what you’d like to hear. Then join the singalong for a hand-clapping, foot-tapping, finger-snapping good time. Don’t feel like flexing your vocal cords? No worries — hummingbirds are welcome here, too. And since the bar’s open from the evening until late at night, it’s the perfect spot for an early drink or singing ‘til the wee hours.

Whether you're a seasoned veteran or it’s your first time at the table, we have a game for you: roulette, craps, poker, blackjack and more! We’ve even got fun variations on these, like PokerPro tables and Carnival’s own Fun 21™ to keep the games fresh. Whether you take your stakes high or low, your table’s ready. We’ve got your favorites, but if you’re ready to sit down and try something new, our friendly casino staff will be glad to show you the ropes.

Don’t forget to bring your Sail & Sign Card when playing your favourite table games. You’ll get rated for your play AND earn points towards Drinks On Us!, Carnival’s free drinks program.

CARNIVAL PLAYERS CLUB®

Joining the Carnival Players Club® is easy and, best of all, free. In fact, if we’ve ever had the pleasure of hosting you at one of our onboard casinos, you may already be a member!

But if you’re just getting started, here’s how it works. Guests 18 years or older can join and earn points while playing at our table games and slots. The more points you earn, the more benefits you’ll get — like free drinks while you play and private invitations to Carnival Premier Cruises Indicates external site which may or may not meet accessibility guidelines. Opens in a new tab. and tournaments Indicates external site which may or may not meet accessibility guidelines. Opens in a new tab..

To make sure you’re making the most of your play, keep your Sail & Sign® card inserted when playing slots, or present your card to the dealer when playing at a table. Once aboard, see your Casino Host for more details.

TABLE GAMES

Whether you're a seasoned veteran or it’s your first time at the table, we have a game for you: roulette, craps, poker, blackjack and more! We’ve even got fun variations on these, like PokerPro tables and Carnival’s own Fun 21™ to keep the games fresh. Whether you take your stakes high or low, your table’s ready. We’ve got your favourites, but if you’re ready to sit down and try something new, our friendly casino staff will be glad to show you the ropes.

Don’t forget to bring your Sail & Sign® Card when playing your favourite table games. You’ll get rated for your play AND earn points towards Drinks On Us!, Carnival’s free drinks program.

On a Carnival cruise your vacation starts in the atrium, and on Mardi Gras that’s in the Grand Central zone. By the way… on this ship the atrium’s different. Don’t be surprised if you step inside and the first place you want to look is upwards. Up there are high ceilings that hint at even more fun living on the three decks above! But look around too… you’ll find floor-to-ceiling windows that really bring in the ocean views. Of course you’ll be back here throughout your cruise, taking a break with a nice cup of coffee, enjoying live music up on stage, or killing time fabulously with a handcrafted cocktail in between evening shows. In Grand Central you’re never far from great dining spots like Bonsai Sushi and Bonsai Teppanyaki, plus feel-good entertainment like Piano Bar 88 and The Punchliner Comedy Club.

If “big” and “easy” sound about right for your vacation, you might just make the French Quarter on Mardi Gras your home zone. What inspired this place is no less than New Orleans itself… and if all this talk of NOLA has you half as hungry as we are, you’ll be pleased to hear that The French Quarter is lined with bars and eateries worthy of their namesake, spots serving up everything from small plates to classic Hurricane cocktails straight from the bayou. Just steps away there’s entertainment inspired by the world-renowned Crescent City nightlife — yep, there’s a hot jazz club in this zone — plus you’re not far from more bars, lounges and some funky little shops. And while we’re not one to brag about our friends, one of these spots is being designed in partnership with a name you definitely know!

The little ones can enjoy the best parts of summer camp, year-round aboard their Carnival cruise. At Camp Ocean kids will have a blast in supervised, age-based groups and give each a cool marine-life label: Penguins (2 to 5 years), Stingrays (6 to 8 years) and Sharks (9 to 11 years). Together with their group they’ll enjoy tons of fun-filled, age-appropriate activities like arts and crafts, songs, games, toys, dancing, movies and video games. When it’s mealtime, kids eat together and get their own menus with back-on-land faves like mac & cheese, chicken nuggets and more. The whole time, our experienced counselors will be there to make sure everyone in these small groups has an amazing time. Plus, when the sun goes down it’s Night Owls time — fees apply, but kids get to stay up late having fun while their parents also enjoy themselves well into the night.

Your parents deserve a nice vacation… but then again, so do you. So let’s let them go do their thing while you do yours. Where to? Club O2. Hang out doing stuff like watching movies, listening to music from this decade, playing sports and video games, joining karaoke jam sessions… maybe even attending Carnival’s version of prom, all with other high schoolers ages 15 to 17.

What does the C in Circle “C” stand for? Well… how about “cruise,” “chill” and “connect”? (Just to name a few, of course.) It’s the onboard spot where teens ages 12 to 14 go to hang out, meet new friends, and enjoy some pretty awesome activities. Like what? Think dance parties, games, outdoor movies and more, some in the exclusive Circle “C” lounge and others around the ship. These are all supervised by the friendly and fun-loving counselors who make sure teens have the best vacation ever.

Think back — as a kid, was there anything better than times you got to stay up late? Even as an adult, nighttime is funtime, especially with all there is to do on your Carnival cruise. We have the perfect thing for you AND for your kids, and it’s called “Night Owls”! For a nominal fee, kids 11 and under can fun it up with others their age until as late as 1 a.m. They’ll enjoy music, activities, games and giveaways at supervised parties while you enjoy… whatever it is you do at night these days, all without a worry.