Carnival Celebration features six themed zones, each with its unique atmosphere and attractions. Notably, it boasts the first roller coaster at sea, a suites-only enclave in the Carnival fleet, and the first Emeril Lagasse restaurant at sea.
BOLT: ULTIMATE SEA COASTER - 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.
THE BRASS MAGNOLIA - When a culinary mecca like New Orleans invents flavours, you shouldn’t be surprised to find these innovative creations echoing off of delighted taste buds worldwide.
FORTUNE TELLER - Fortune Teller’s unnaturally talented bartenders would be pleased to conjure up recipes like the all-black New Moon, the changes-colour-before-your-eyes Abracadabra, plus the Golden Galaxy… this drink is actually made with a bit of authen
Red frog Tiki Bar — sip a Polynesian Punch, try a Jungle Bird, or get a little tongue-twisted ordering a Red’s Rum Jumper. This poolside bar actually spans two decks and, no matter where you’re sailing, can be counted on to transport you right to the land
The world you'll find yourself in is one of complete peace, sea breezes and, of course, a nearby bar. Reconnect with your partner, finish that book, or do absolutely, blissfully, nothing at all in the Serenity Adult-Only Retreat™.
SEUSS AT SEA - From the whimsical and always wonderful world of Dr. Seuss® comes Cats in Hats, Fish Red and Blue, and both kinds of Things, the world of Dr. Seuss leaps off the page and onto Seuss at Sea™.
WATERWORKS - Wanna splish — and splash — the day away? Head on over to WaterWorks™, Carnival's onboard waterpark.
PLAYLIST PRODUCTIONS - Everyone has those perfect songs that never fail to get them moving. Playlist Productions™ brings lists like yours to life! Shows vary by ship, but there’s a playlist for every music lover.
SPA CARNIVAL - When it comes to complete relaxation from the inside out, nothing beats a trip to the spa. From the minute you step inside, the soothing ambiance begins to work its magic.
THE PUNCHLINER COMEDY CLUB - Up on stage you will find some real pros who know how to wedge a little laughter into anyone’s evening. You can count on these comedians to not hold back either.
MEGA DECK PARTY - Located on the open-air Lido Deck pool area ready to have a good time under the stars. The ship’s DJ, cruise director and entertainment staff will be on-hand to get things going… and keep everyone moving.
ALCHEMY BAR - The unique vintage-themed cocktail "pharmacy" — all you need is a willingness to be surprised, to try something new. Uncover enticing combinations: select spirits, fresh juices, infused syrups, spices…
POOLS - POOL DAY! Whether today's the day for a bit of a dip, a dash of splash or even some swimming — or just a serious poolside lounging session — your Carnival cruise has just the pool for you.
PIANO BAR - Pull up a seat, order your favourite 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.
NIGHT CLUB - Whether you’re doing the robot or the worm or just swaying to the music, you’ll want to dance ‘till the sun rises. Or at least ‘till last call.
MINI GOLF — Maximum fun for mini-golfers, big and small! That's precisely why you'll find a course on every Carnival® ship.
CASINO & BAR - Winning big in the casino is big fun, and your next stop is celebrating with a top-shelf drink. Whether you're a seasoned veteran or it’s your first time at the table, there’s a game for you: roulette, craps, poker, blackjack and more!
FITNESS CENTRE - There’s no excuse for leaving your fitness routine back on land. That’s great news, however, for your body, which will definitely benefit from all the extra energy that vacationing pumps directly into you.
HAVANA BAR - Take in great ocean views as you try something authentically Cuban. And this spot definitely doesn’t cool down when the sun goes down, with music and dancing keeping things hot well into the night.
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French Quarter: Styled after New Orleans' French Quarter, this zone is lined with new-to-Carnival bars, restaurants, and music venues, including a jazz club offering live entertainment and handcrafted cocktails.
Summer Landing: This backyard barbecue-style space highlights an expanded Guy's Pig & Anchor Smokehouse Brewhouse, featuring a pool, hot tubs, a new bar, a Smokehouse Brewhouse lunch counter, and plenty of lounging space.
Grand Central: Instead of Carnival's traditional atrium, Mardi Gras features a new Grand Central Atrium concept, an entertainment complex with three-deck-high floor-to-ceiling windows and a bar with sweeping ocean views. Here, passengers find expanded versions of Bonsai Sushi and Bonsai Teppanyaki, the Punchliner Comedy Club, and a revamped Piano Bar 88.
La Piazza: Inspired by Italy, this zone offers bites at Cucina del Capitano and a new Mediterranean seafood restaurant. A bar sells speciality coffee by day and cocktails by night, with roaming musicians providing entertainment.
Lido: Familiar to Carnival cruisers, the Lido zone features venues like Guy's Burger Joint, BlueIguana Cantina, and the Seafood Shack, along with several new dining and bar concepts.
Ultimate Playground: Encompassing the ship's top three decks, this zone includes the largest water park in the fleet and an expanded SportSquare. It also features the first-ever roller coaster at sea: BOLT: Ultimate Sea Coaster.
Emeril’s Bistro 1396 - Emeril Lagasse’s first-ever restaurant at sea, everybody knows about Emeril’s love for Creole cuisine. Sharing his hometown favourites with the world is his life’s work.
Guy’s Pig & Anchor - At this onboard, open-air spot, try some big time meats like Championship Pork Butt, Smoked Round of Beef, Smoked Andouille Sausage and his famous Blue Ribbon Chicken.
Everybody knows how delicious Carnival cruises are, so we’re getting our culinary pros to share some of their secrets with you. Classes are small but the flavour possibilities are endless, with hands-on instruction in over a dozen culinary disciplines
Rudi’s Seagrill - Enjoy selections like seafood bisque and grilled branzino — all served with an elegant flair that pays proper tribute to the beauty of the ocean from which so much fun, and flavour, arises.
Big Chicken - Step up to the counter for lunch or dinner and walk away with your choice of chicken sandwiches, crispy chicken strips or juicy fried chicken baskets… plus side dishes, like potato salad and jalapeño slaw.
Bonsai Teppanyaki - In the teppanyaki tradition — and Carnival’s tradition of fun — expect an interactive, satisfying meal full of surprising spectacles, delicious delight… and, you know, flying food.
Guy’s Burger Joint - Carnival has teamed up with best-selling author, restaurateur and Food Network personality Guy Fieri to bring all the authentic appeal of a roadside burger shack to Guy’s Burger Joint, the cool poolside spot for hot burgers and hand-c
Bluelguana Cantina - Features freshly made tacos and burritos stuffed specially for your enjoyment.
Cucina Del Capitano - The iconic red and white checkered tablecloth in your neighbourhood Italian trattoria means you’re in for a certain kind of dining experience -— inspired by Carnival’s Italian captains’ and officers’ childhoods.
Jiji’s Asian Kitchen - A modern dining spot that serves up enticing dishes in a thoughtfully-designed space that’s ripe for experiencing not only good food, but good fortune… and perhaps a surprise or two.
Street Eats - Some of the world’s favourite flavours aren’t found in restaurants, but on the street in trucks, stalls and carts. Street Eats is Carnival’s tribute to this food phenomenon with three ever-changing open-air stations.
Steakhouse - features mouthwatering premium cuts of beef cooked to your exact specifications, as well as a fantastic selection of seafood, entrées, gourmet appetisers... and even a wine list that got the nod from Wine Spectator.
Dining Room - Carnival’s main dinning room, drop in daily and enjoy a rotating menu of delectable favourites like steak, roasted duck, scallops and prime rib.
Lido Marketplace - Featuring an amazing variety of casual dining spots, each just a few flip-flopped steps from the last, Lido Marketplace always has a special something ready to satisfy your latest craving spectacularly.
Seafood Shack - Imagine a New-England-style seaside spot where you can take it all in, enjoying a great meal complete with a side of ocean view.
Bonsai Sushi Express - Your made to order sushi source at sea features a mouthwatering selection of sushi, sashimi, rolls and more — made to order and packed up to take with you.
The Chef’s Table - Treat your taste buds to the experience of a lifetime, a mind-blowing full-service dinner of amazing appetisers, entrees and desserts not found on the regular dining menus.
Pizzeria Del Capitano - 24 hours a day, with a Margherita, Funghi, Prosciutto, Pepperoni or Quatttro Formaggi pizza served with a delicious Caesar salad.
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- Big Chicken Restaurant: Created by Shaquille O'Neal, offering breakfast, lunch, and dinner with items developed by Shaq himself.
- Street Eats: An open-air eatery with three themed kiosks offering fried, steamed, and plancha options representing global cuisines.
- Guy's Burger Joint and BlueIguana Cantina: Iconic Carnival venues with the largest Guy's Burger on Mardi Gras.
Extra Fee
- Emeril's Bistro 1396: The first restaurant at sea by Emeril Lagasse, located in the French Quarter, offering Cajun cuisine.
- Rudi's Seagrill: Helmed by Rudi Sodamin, featuring seafood items presented as food faces.
- Seafood Shack: A New England-inspired venue offering fried and steamed seafood options.
Bars
- RedFrog Tiki Bar: A two-level South Pacific-themed bar with rum-based cocktails.
- The Watering Hole: Located in The Patio at Summer Landing, offering a wide beer selection and summer-inspired cocktails.
- Brass Magnolia Bar: A French Quarter bar with decor inspired by New Orleans' Garden District and jazz culture.
- Fortune Teller Bar: Another French Quarter bar with hand-crafted cocktails served with a twist.
Interior Stateroom
Havana Interior
Family Harbor Interior
Cloud 9 Spa Interior
Ocean View
Family Harbor Ocean View
Cloud 9 Spa Ocean View
Havana Cabana
Balcony
Cloud 9 Spa Balcony
Family Harbor Ocean View Suite
Havana Cabana Suite
Cloud 9 Spa Suite
Carnival Excel Presidential Suite
Carnival Excel Aft Suite
Carnival Excel Corner Suite
Carnival Excel Suite
Ocean Suite
Cloud 9 Spa Forward-View Extended Balcony
Cloud 9 Spa Cove Balcony
Premium-View Extended Balcony
Cove Balcony
Havana Cabana Corner Suite
Premium Interior
Junior Balcony
Extended Balcony
Guarantee Inside Stateroom
Guarantee Ocean view Stateroom
Havana Extended Cabana
Guarantee Balcony Stateroom
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Over 70 percent of the rooms onboard Mardi Gras offer an ocean view or a balcony. Features include floor-to-ceiling glass sliding doors, sofas that convert to twin-sized beds, an abundance of outlets and USB ports, more storage space, clear glass doors on mini-fridges, larger wardrobes with pull-out bins and folding shelves, and bathrooms with glass shower doors.
Suite Living Mardi Gras introduces a new suite category—Excel—providing access to an exclusive enclave called Loft 19. This area includes a full-service bar, a private pool, and rentable cabanas. Other suite categories include Ocean Suites, Havana Suites, Family Harbor Suites, and Cloud 9 Spa Suites, although these do not include access to Loft 19.