10 things to know before you book Carnival MARDI GRAS!

I recently returned from a seven-night sailing onboard one of Carnival’s newest ships, Mardi Gras. This modern, innovative cruise ship is one of the best in the business for offering an incredible cruise vacation.

As someone who hadn’t sailed with Carnival for many years (until last year), I wasn’t entirely sure what to expect when I stepped onboard. My prior experiences with Carnival had been on older ships, such as Carnival Ecstasy. Older ships are more simplistic in terms of technology and overall things to do.

Mardi Gras is the second newest (and biggest) ship in the cruise line’s fleet, meaning you have more places to eat, drink and relax than ever before. With only so much time on your cruise, you’ll want to make the most of each minute of your vacation.

Here are 10 things to know before you book Carnival Mardi Gras so you can decide if this ship is right for your cruise vacation.

[heathercovington]

Going on carnival in 57 days can’t wait. I never do sail away party. This is why I book a balcony room every single time

[HeyBougie]

Booked to cruise in March! Thank you for this review! Now I am really excited!😂

[southerngent]

We are booked for a B2B on Mardi Gras next year!! Can't wait!!

[LucyBird]

Love all things Carnival. Going on Celebration in February 🎉

[DAVEfiend]

I am going on this boat in December and I have been on the original boat to

[electricianhelper]

I have to say that shocks big chickens was awesome barbecue restaurant wasn't bad either.

[electricianhelper]

I didn't like having to carry my phone around to To set up events and to eat

[electricianhelper]

Food quality on this ship is good at best, Pools are overcrowding,

[tiffanyb.]

Were you in an ocean view or balcony suite?

[Cruises]

You forgot that guys pig and anchor is a free premiere dining experience

[niccoleball]

I sailed in the beginning of July on Mardi first cruise. I will never sail during summer again! The teenagers, I believe 12-15 or 16, were SO DISRESPECTFUL and rude. They had no respect for other passengers, the crew or the ship itself! While I personally enjoyed the overall experience, didn't seem crowded to me, I am better informed about the sailing season! PS....the pizza was AMAZING!!!!

[ourfamilyvideos]

We heard from our TA that the persons in the adult pool need to be careful bc the pool below them can SEE EVERYTHING

[simon]

Personally, I cannot think of anything more horrifying. Did Carnival once and it was like a floating Wal-Mart. But you all have fun!

[ericvinson]

The Mardi Gras sucked! By far the worst ship we've sailed on. Food was sub-par, choppy layout, entertainment sub-par. This one has nothing to do with the cruise line, but the rudest passengers we've come across in the 5 cruises we've taken. Just an all around bad experience.