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Mardi Gras

Mardi Gras is the lead ship of Carnival's Excel class and began sailing in July 2021. She was the first cruise ship in North America to run on liquefied natural gas (LNG). Her best-known feature is BOLT, the first roller coaster at sea. The ship is divided into six themed zones, among them the French Quarter, where Emeril's Bistro 1396 serves New Orleans-inspired food. Her sisters are Carnival Celebration and Carnival Jubilee.

  • 5,282Guests
  • 18Decks
  • 2021In service since
  • Carnival Cruise LinesCruise line
Mardi Gras cruise ship

Ship Highlights

A few of the things that set Mardi Gras apart.

  • BOLT, the first roller coaster at sea
  • Emeril's Bistro 1396 in the French Quarter zone
  • Six themed zones including Grand Central and Summer Landing
  • LNG-powered, built by Meyer Turku

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  • 1,467Balcony cabins
  • 175Oceanview cabins
Gross tonnage
180,800
Length
1130 ft
Beam
137 ft
Crew
1735
Registry
The Bahamas

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