8-Day Eastern Caribbean

8 nights from £763pp departing Saturday 10th May 2025

Itinerary

Map

					Arrive	Depart
	10th10	MayMay	202525	Port Canaveral, Florida, United States, embark on the Carnival Mardi Gras		15:30
Widely known for the Kennedy Space Center, Port Canaveral is located in the city of Cape Canaveral, home to beautiful beaches and Brevard Zoo.
	11th11	MayMay	202525	At Sea
	12th12	MayMay	202525	Grand Turk Island, Turks and Caicos Islands	09:00	18:00
Just 7 miles (11 km) long and a little more than 1 mile (1½ km) wide, this island, the capital and seat of the Turks and Caicos government, has been a longtime favorite destination for divers eager to explore the 7,000-foot-deep pristine coral walls that drop down only 300 yards out to sea. On shore, the tiny, quiet island is home to white-sand beaches, the National Museum, and a small population of wild horses and donkeys, which leisurely meander past the white-walled courtyards, pretty churches, and bougainvillea-covered colonial inns on their daily commute into town. But things aren't entirely sleepy: a cruise-ship complex at the southern end of the island brings about 600,000 visitors per year. That said, the dock is self-contained and is about 3 miles (5 km) from the tranquil, small hotels of Cockburn Town, Pillory Beach, and the Ridge and far from most of the western-shore dive sites. Pristine beaches with vistas of turquoise waters, small local settlements, historic ruins, and native flora and fauna are among the sights on Grand Turk. Fewer than 4,000 people live on this 7½-square-mile (19-square-km) island, and it's hard to get lost, as there aren't many roads.
	13th13	MayMay	202525	Amber Cove, Dominican Republic	07:00	16:00
	14th14	MayMay	202525	San Juan (Puerto Rico), Puerto Rico	10:00	19:00
If you associate Puerto Rico's capital with the colonial streets of Old San Juan, then you know only part of the picture. San Juan is a major metropolis, radiating out from the bay on the Atlantic Ocean that was discovered by Juan Ponce de León. More than a third of the island's nearly 4 million citizens proudly call themselves sanjuaneros. The city may be rooted in the past, but it has its eye on the future. Locals go about their business surrounded by colonial architecture and towering modern structures.By 1508 the explorer Juan Ponce de León had established a colony in an area now known as Caparra, southeast of present-day San Juan. He later moved the settlement north to a more hospitable peninsular location. In 1521, after he became the first colonial governor, Ponce de León switched the name of the island—which was then called San Juan Bautista in honor of St. John the Baptist—with that of the settlement of Puerto Rico ("rich port").Defended by the imposing Castillo San Felipe del Morro (El Morro) and Castillo San Cristóbal, Puerto Rico's administrative and population center remained firmly in Spain's hands until 1898, when it came under U.S. control after the Spanish-American War. Centuries of Spanish rule left an indelible imprint on the city, particularly in the walled area now known as Old San Juan. The area is filled with cobblestone streets and brightly painted, colonial-era structures, and its fortifications have been designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site.Old San Juan is a monument to the past, but most of the rest of the city is planted firmly in the 21st century and draws migrants island-wide and from farther afield to jobs in its businesses and industries. The city captivates residents and visitors alike with its vibrant lifestyle as well as its balmy beaches, pulsing nightclubs, globe-spanning restaurants, and world-class museums. Once you set foot in this city, you may never want to leave.
	15th15	MayMay	202525	Saint Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands	07:00	16:00
If you fly to the 32-square-mile (83-square-km) island of St. Thomas, you land at its western end; if you arrive by cruise ship, you come into one of the world's most beautiful harbors. Either way, one of your first sights is the town of Charlotte Amalie. From the harbor you see an idyllic-looking village that spreads into the lower hills. If you were expecting a quiet hamlet with its inhabitants hanging out under palm trees, you've missed that era by about 300 years. Although other islands in the USVI developed plantation economies, St. Thomas cultivated its harbor, and it became a thriving seaport soon after it was settled by the Danish in the 1600s. The success of the naturally perfect harbor was enhanced by the fact that the Danes—who ruled St. Thomas with only a couple of short interruptions from 1666 to 1917—avoided involvement in some 100 years' worth of European wars. Denmark was the only European country with colonies in the Caribbean to stay neutral during the War of the Spanish Succession in the early 1700s. Thus, products of the Dutch, English, and French islands—sugar, cotton, and indigo—were traded through Charlotte Amalie, along with the regular shipments of slaves. When the Spanish wars ended, trade fell off, but by the end of the 1700s Europe was at war again, Denmark again remained neutral, and St. Thomas continued to prosper. Even into the 1800s, while the economies of St. Croix and St. John foundered with the market for sugarcane, St. Thomas's economy remained vigorous. This prosperity led to the development of shipyards, a well-organized banking system, and a large merchant class. In 1845 Charlotte Amalie had 101 large importing houses owned by the English, French, Germans, Haitians, Spaniards, Americans, Sephardim, and Danes. Charlotte Amalie is still one of the world's most active cruise-ship ports. On almost any day at least one and sometimes as many as eight cruise ships are tied to the docks or anchored outside the harbor. Gently rocking in the shadows of these giant floating hotels are just about every other kind of vessel imaginable: sleek sailing catamarans that will take you on a sunset cruise complete with rum punch and a Jimmy Buffett soundtrack, private megayachts for billionaires, and barnacle-bottom sloops—with laundry draped over the lifelines—that are home to world-cruising gypsies. Huge container ships pull up in Sub Base, west of the harbor, bringing in everything from breakfast cereals to tires. Anchored right along the waterfront are down-island barges that ply the waters between the Greater Antilles and the Leeward Islands, transporting goods such as refrigerators, VCRs, and disposable diapers. The waterfront road through Charlotte Amalie was once part of the harbor. Before it was filled in to build the highway, the beach came right up to the back door of the warehouses that now line the thoroughfare. Two hundred years ago those warehouses were filled with indigo, tobacco, and cotton. Today the stone buildings house silk, crystal, and diamonds. Exotic fragrances are still traded, but by island beauty queens in air-conditioned perfume palaces instead of through open market stalls. The pirates of old used St. Thomas as a base from which to raid merchant ships of every nation, though they were particularly fond of the gold- and silver-laden treasure ships heading to Spain. Pirates are still around, but today's versions use St. Thomas as a drop-off for their contraband: illegal immigrants and drugs. To explore outside Charlotte Amalie, rent a car or hire a taxi. Your rental car should come with a good map; if not, pick up the pocket-size "St. Thomas–St. John Road Map" at a tourist information center. Roads are marked with route numbers, but they're confusing and seem to switch numbers suddenly. Roads are also identified by signs bearing the St. Thomas–St. John Hotel and Tourism Association's mascot, Tommy the Starfish. More than 100 of these color-coded signs line the island's main routes. Orange signs trace the route from the airport to Red Hook, green signs identify the road from town to Magens Bay, Tommy's face on a yellow background points from Mafolie to Crown Bay through the north side, red signs lead from Smith Bay to Four Corners via Skyline Drive, and blue signs mark the route from the cruise-ship dock at Havensight to Red Hook. These color-coded routes are not marked on most visitor maps, however. Allow yourself a day to explore, especially if you want to stop to take pictures or to enjoy a light bite or refreshing swim. Most gas stations are on the island's more populated eastern end, so fill up before heading to the north side. And remember to drive on the left!
	16th16	MayMay	202525	At Sea
	17th17	MayMay	202525	At Sea
	18th18	MayMay	202525	Port Canaveral, Florida, United States, disembark the Carnival Mardi Gras	08:00
Widely known for the Kennedy Space Center, Port Canaveral is located in the city of Cape Canaveral, home to beautiful beaches and Brevard Zoo.

Carnival Mardi Gras

Launch Year

2021

Tonnage

180,800

Capacity

6,619

Cabins

2,641

Accessible

Deck 19

Deck 18

Deck 17

Deck 16

Deck 15

Deck 14

Deck 12

Deck 11

Deck 10

Deck 9

Deck 8

Deck 7

Deck 6

Deck 5

Deck 4

The images shown are for illustration purposes only and may not be an exact representation of what you find on the ship.

Balcony

Balcony staterooms were designed for maximum sea breeze and the most stunning views. Cruise with a view and be just steps away from your own personal outdoor oasis.

Every room includes:

Dedicated stateroom attendant
Soft, cozy linens
Plenty of closet and drawer space
In-room safe for valuables
Television
Stateroom climate control

Carnival Excel Aft Suite

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 Main Dining Room time assignment
Guaranteed reservations at most specialty dining spots, when reserved 24 hours prior
Wine and welcome treat upon arrival
Bottomless Bubbles™ soft drink package
Complimentary room service (regular bar prices apply for beverages), on-demand movies and wash & fold laundry service
Binoculars to enjoy the view during the cruise
Upgraded bathroom amenities

Plus, all suites include:

Priority check-in and boarding
Immediate access to your suite after boarding
Priority Main Dining Room time assignment
Priority debarkation at homeport, and ports of call requiring a water shuttle or with arrival times later than 9:30 AM
Complimentary wash & fold laundry service (1 bag per cruise)
Two large bottles of water
Pillow-top mattress
ELEMIS in-stateroom bath products
Bathrobes

Plus, every room includes:

Dedicated stateroom attendant
Soft, cozy linens
Plenty of closet and drawer space
In-room safe for valuables
Television
Stateroom climate control

Carnival Excel Presidential Suite

The largest stateroom with the best view on the ship, the Carnival Excel Presidential Suite features a separate living room and bedroom (each with a TV), a walk-in closet, a lighted vanity and sectional sofa. There’s also a dining area with a wet bar. You’ll find deluxe extras like a bathroom with large shower and two sinks, plus we put the toilet and an extra sink in a separate room for convenience and privacy. Enjoy your private tub on the large wraparound balcony along with plenty of loungy seating options and an al fresco dining table.

Amenities exclusive to Carnival Excel Presidential Suites:

Complimentary access to Cloud 9 Spa™ Thermal Suites and Havana Pool
Complimentary minibar selection (glass-bottled water and sodas)
Plus, all Carnival Excel suites include:
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
Wine and welcome treat upon arrival
Bottomless Bubbles™ soft drink package
Complimentary room service (regular bar prices apply for beverages), on-demand movies and wash & fold laundry service
Binoculars to enjoy the view during the cruise
Upgraded bathroom amenities

Plus, all suites include:

Priority check-in and boarding
Immediate access to your suite after boarding
Priority Main Dining Room time assignment
Priority debarkation at homeport, and ports of call requiring a water shuttle or with arrival times later than 9:30 AM
Complimentary wash & fold laundry service (1 bag per cruise)
Two large bottles of water
Pillow-top mattress
ELEMIS in-stateroom bath products
Bathrobes

Plus, every room includes:

Dedicated stateroom attendant
Soft, cozy linens
Plenty of closet and drawer space
In-room safe for valuables
Television
Stateroom climate control

Cloud 9 Spa Balcony

With its soothing décor and outdoor ocean breeze, there’s no better place to warm up for your spa appointment or wind down after your treatment than on your Cloud 9 Spa Balcony.

Amenities exclusive to Cloud 9 Spa™ staterooms and suites:

Unique welcome ritual
Priority spa reservations
Unlimited use of Thermal Suites, plus scrub kit
Two complimentary fitness classes (per guest)
Complimentary body composition analysis
Exclusive discounts on treatments during port days
Cloud 9 Spa bathrobes and slippers
ELEMIS in-stateroom bath products

Plus, every room includes:

Dedicated stateroom attendant
Soft, cozy linens
Plenty of closet and drawer space
In-room safe for valuables
Television
Stateroom climate control

Cloud 9 Spa Interior

We've taken the warm essence of our Cloud 9 Spa and infused it into your room, plus you’ll get exclusive spa perks for maximum relaxation.

Amenities exclusive to Cloud 9 Spa™ staterooms and suites:

Unique welcome ritual
Priority spa reservations
Unlimited use of Thermal Suites, plus scrub kit
Two complimentary fitness classes (per guest)
Complimentary body composition analysis
Exclusive discounts on treatments during port days
Cloud 9 Spa bathrobes and slippers
ELEMIS in-stateroom bath products

Plus, every room includes:

Dedicated stateroom attendant
Soft, cozy linens
Plenty of closet and drawer space
In-room safe for valuables
Television
Stateroom climate control

Cloud 9 Spa Ocean View

The best way to enjoy the relaxing, invigorating Cloud 9 Spa while on a cruise is in a spa stateroom... and this one fits the bill, pairing comfy accommodations with a great view.

Amenities exclusive to Cloud 9 Spa™ staterooms and suites:

Unique welcome ritual
Priority spa reservations
Unlimited use of Thermal Suites, plus scrub kit
Two complimentary fitness classes (per guest)
Complimentary body composition analysis
Exclusive discounts on treatments during port days
Cloud 9 Spa bathrobes and slippers
ELEMIS in-stateroom bath products

Plus, every room includes:

Dedicated stateroom attendant
Soft, cozy linens
Plenty of closet and drawer space
In-room safe for valuables
Television
Stateroom climate control

Cloud 9 Spa Suite

A Cloud 9 Spa Suite is the ultimate in spa-style accommodations. This large room features a unique, soothing décor, with plenty of convenience, like the vanity with illuminated mirror. Outdoors, take in the sea breeze and views from the large balcony.

Amenities exclusive to Cloud 9 Spa™ staterooms and suites:

Unique welcome ritual
Priority spa reservations
Unlimited use of Thermal Suites, plus scrub kit
Two complimentary fitness classes (per guest)
Complimentary body composition analysis
Exclusive discounts on treatments during port days
Cloud 9 Spa bathrobes and slippers
ELEMIS in-stateroom bath products

Plus, all suites include:

Priority check-in and boarding
Immediate access to your suite after boarding
Priority Main Dining Room time assignment
Priority debarkation at homeport, and ports of call requiring a water shuttle or with arrival times later than 9:30 AM
Complimentary wash & fold laundry service (1 bag per cruise)
Two large bottles of water
Pillow-top mattress
ELEMIS in-stateroom bath products
Bathrobes

Plus, every room includes:

Dedicated stateroom attendant
Soft, cozy linens
Plenty of closet and drawer space
In-room safe for valuables
Television
Stateroom climate control

Cove Balcony

Mardi Gras Cove Balcony staterooms get you close to the waterline for one amazing up-close view of the wake and seafoam as the ship cruises along.

Every room includes:

Dedicated stateroom attendant
Soft, cozy linens
Plenty of closet and drawer space
In-room safe for valuables
Television
Stateroom climate control

Extended Balcony

Extended Balcony staterooms feature a larger balcony with more outdoor lounge-around room, plus all the comfort you expect indoors with a great view and plenty of sunlight.

Every room includes:

Dedicated stateroom attendant
Soft, cozy linens
Plenty of closet and drawer space
In-room safe for valuables
Television
Stateroom climate control

Family Harbor Ocean View Suite

Enjoy the sea with views from your picture window and a unique nautical décor in your Family Harbor Ocean View Suite. These suites sleep five and feature a separate bedroom and living room area, with a TV in each. You also get a walk-in closet, plus a convenient full bathroom and separate washroom.

Amenities exclusive to Family Harbor staterooms and suites:

Exclusive access to the Family Harbor Lounge
Daily breakfast and snacks in the Family Harbor Lounge
A selection of board games, family movies and video games in the Family Harbor Lounge
Kids eat free at most onboard specialty restaurants
Free evening of Night Owls™ babysitting service at Camp Ocean™
Family Harbor bathrobes for the family to use during the cruise

Plus, all suites include:

Priority check-in and boarding
Immediate access to your suite after boarding
Priority Main Dining Room time assignment
Priority debarkation at homeport, and ports of call requiring a water shuttle or with arrival times later than 9:30 AM
Complimentary wash & fold laundry service (1 bag per cruise)
Two large bottles of water
Pillow-top mattress
ELEMIS in-stateroom bath products
Bathrobes

Plus, every room includes:

Dedicated stateroom attendant
Soft, cozy linens
Plenty of closet and drawer space
In-room safe for valuables
Television
Stateroom climate control

Havana Cabana Corner Suite

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

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

Havana Cabana Suite

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
Havana-branded bathrobes and towels for use during the cruise

Plus, all suites include:

Priority check-in and boarding
Immediate access to your suite after boarding
Priority Main Dining Room time assignment
Priority debarkation at homeport, and ports of call requiring a water shuttle or with arrival times later than 9:30 AM
Complimentary wash & fold laundry service (1 bag per cruise)
Two large bottles of water
Pillow-top mattress
ELEMIS in-stateroom bath products
Bathrobes

Plus, every room includes:

Dedicated stateroom attendant
Soft, cozy linens
Plenty of closet and drawer space
In-room safe for valuables
Television
Stateroom climate control

Junior Balcony

A Junior Balcony stateroom features the same size balcony as standard Balcony rooms, with the same sea breeze and views, just with a little less interior space.

Every room includes:

Dedicated stateroom attendant
Soft, cozy linens
Plenty of closet and drawer space
In-room safe for valuables
Television
Stateroom climate control

Ocean View

A picture window gives you views of scenery you won’t find anywhere on land, all from the comfort of your stateroom.

Every room includes:

Dedicated stateroom attendant
Soft, cozy linens
Plenty of closet and drawer space
In-room safe for valuables
Television
Stateroom climate control

Premium Interior

If you’re more about the comfort than you are the view, this is a nice step up — get the same floorplan as some higher-priced rooms (minus the balcony) featuring a sitting area with a sofa.

Every room includes:

Dedicated stateroom attendant
Soft, cozy linens
Plenty of closet and drawer space
In-room safe for valuables
Television
Stateroom climate control

The images shown are for illustration purposes only and may not be an exact representation of what you find on the ship.

Bonsai Sushi

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.

Bonsai Teppanyaki

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.

Cucina Del Capitano

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.

Tip: Great news! Your first meal at Cucina del Capitano is on the house… and additional visits are just $8.

Fahrenheit 555 Steakhouse

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.

Guy's Burger Joint

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.

Pizzeria Del Capitano

On Carnival ships, the captain tends to be kind of a big deal — almost a celebrity. On select ships, they’ve even got their own pizza spot. The best news? Pizzeria del Capitano is open morning, noon, and late into the evening… and you’re invited. And since our captains tend to be Italian, you know we’re talking primo ingredients. We start with hand-tossed dough, made from imported Italian flour, and add fresh mozzarella to form a solid base. Then there's a choice of toppings, to put the finishing touches on this piping hot, fresh-from-the-oven mealtime — or snacktime — classic. (Also, try our caesar salad — buono, capisce?)

The images shown are for illustration purposes only and may not be an exact representation of what you find on the ship.

BOLT: The Ultimate Sea Coaster

Aboard 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!

WaterWorks

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.)

Atrium

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.

Piano Bar

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.

Casino

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 and tournaments.

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.

SLOTS

The wild unpredictability of the spin —those hopeful, breathless moments spent awaiting the outcome. It’s a triumph when things line up… and when they don’t, it's an opportunity to give it another go. We’re always adding new and exciting slot machines to our Carnival casinos. From thrilling slot tournaments with big payouts to penny slots — and everything in between — we invite you to go for a spin at sea.

Here’s an example of machines you may find aboard our ships:

Wheel of Fortune 3D Slot Machines
Bring the prize wheel to life like never before with true 3D reels.

999.9 Gold Wheel Legend™ and Bags of Cash™ by Aruze
Feel the excitement as you watch your riches pile up.

Sphinx 3D™ by IGT
Mysteriously cool — features amazing new Tru3D™ technology.

88 Fortunes™ by Bally
One of the most exciting progressive games in our fleet.

Fu Dao Le™ by Bally
Try your hand at good fortune with this guest favorite!

BLACKJACK

Blackjack, the card game that’s as easy as counting up to 21, is one of the most popular table games… and it’s available on every sailing. Carnival ships feature Classic Blackjack, plus fun new twists like Fun 21™ and Face-Up Blackjack. With low buy-ins, hit the table and try your hand at big payouts.

Note: Some state laws won’t allow us to serve Drinks On Us! until we’ve reached international waters. (This includes, but isn’t limited to, Texas and New York.)

CASINO PRIZE GAMES

Try to keep your excitement under control — at least for the time being — because you're gonna need a steady hand and a little luck to win at our casino prize games. There are cash prizes and awesome electronics at stake, so when you win, you win big. At that point, feel free to go a little crazy, jump up and down if that's your thing… because you and your steady hand are winners!

POKER

You know poker. One of the most popular casino games, it’s all about holding onto some cards and letting other ones go. If that sounds simple enough, you’ll want to check out our onboard poker games. Minimum bets are nice and low, but we haven’t forgotten about you, high rollers — there’s plenty of action at high-stakes tables and tournaments. Choose your game, play it right and you could end up collecting some serious winnings.

SCRATCH-OFFS

Ask anyone — scratch-off games are just plain fun. (Winning is great too!) Pack your luckiest scratching coin and go to town on a ticket, or a whole stack during your cruise. There’s a bunch of games to choose from, prizes go all the way up to $500,000… and with the new Cruise For Life game†, you could instantly win exactly what it says on the card! (Ahh, this is the life.) Best of all, each ticket gives you more than one way to win. Check out all the action in your onboard casino — head to the casino cashier’s desk for more information.

† Terms and conditions apply. Must be 18 or older to gamble onboard Carnival Cruise Line. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, please call 1-800-GAMBLER. Void in Georgia, Hawaii, Michigan, Utah, Ohio, and other states where prohibited.

Grand Central

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.

French Quarter

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 area 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 our French Quarter is lined with bars and eateries worthy of their namesake. For one thing there’s the spectacularly, authentically delicious Emeril’s Bistro 1396™, developed in partnership with yes-that-Emeril. Just steps away is entertainment clearly influenced by the world-renowned Crescent City nightlife — yep, The Brass Magnolia bar features not only great drinks but also hot jazz, live. What’s more, you’re just steps away from sipping mystically at the Fortune Teller bar, and definitely save time to browse some funky little shops.

The images shown are for illustration purposes only and may not be an exact representation of what you find on the ship.

Camp Ocean

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.

Club O2

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.

Circle "C"

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.

Night Owls

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.

Dr. Seuss Bookville

Let’s use our imaginations — just think what would happen if we took a normal library and put it through one of Dr. Seuss’s® wacky contraptions… set to maximum fun, of course. It would probably come out looking much like Dr. Seuss Bookville™, exclusively aboard Carnival! As you can imagine, the room is all decked out in bright colors and characters, featuring fun and whimsical furniture… and even has some of your all-time favorite books. The shelves are filled to the brim, but your cruise isn’t complete without unique reading events and fun interactive learning sessions featuring special character appearances and more.

The images shown are for illustration purposes only and may not be an exact representation of what you find on the ship.

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Holiday Summary

	8 nights aboard the Carnival Mardi Gras
	Drinks Packages available
	Evening entertainment & Broadway style shows
	Serenity adults only retreat (extra charges apply)
	Speciality Restaurants (charges may apply)
	24-hour room service
	24-hour Pizzeria
	Port Taxes and Fees
	ABTA and ATOL Protection*

Interior staterooms from		£763pp
FA	Family Harbor Interior	£839pp
IS	Interior Guarantee	£763pp

Suite staterooms from		£1,570pp
OS	Ocean Suite	£1,570pp
KS	Carnival Excel Corner Suite	£2,373pp

	Interior	Oceanview	Balcony	Suite
	(All prices are £GBP per person)
Sat 5th Jul 202505 Jul 25	1,058	1,305	1,371	2,000