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Original photos and firsthand stories from Ron & Michelle.

Lead image from the original R&M Carnival Mardi Gras album

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Carnival Mardi Gras

This R&M entry is marked Coming Soon, so it remains a factual preview instead of a claimed onboard experience. Future photographs can show how the six-zone plan, BOLT and Port Canaveral-based ship life come together.

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The Story of Carnival Mardi Gras

Carnival Mardi Gras is a 180,000-ton ship that introduced Carnival’s Excel-class scale and six themed onboard zones. Its best-known attraction is BOLT, the first roller coaster at sea, joined by large dining, family and entertainment districts.

LocationCarnival Mardi Gras
Known ForThis R&M entry is marked Coming Soon, so it remains a factual preview instead of a claimed onboard experience. Future photographs can show how the six-zone plan, BOLT and Port Canaveral-based ship life come together.
Adventure StyleCruise Preview • Ship • Planning
R&M Sailing DatesOctober 24, 2026 • upcoming
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Carnival Mardi Gras in Context

Carnival Mardi Gras is a 180,000-ton ship that introduced Carnival’s Excel-class scale and six themed onboard zones. Its best-known attraction is BOLT, the first roller coaster at sea, joined by large dining, family and entertainment districts.

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What Makes It Special

This R&M entry is marked Coming Soon, so it remains a factual preview instead of a claimed onboard experience. Future photographs can show how the six-zone plan, BOLT and Port Canaveral-based ship life come together.

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Interesting Facts

Mardi Gras entered service in 2021 as Carnival’s first ship powered by liquefied natural gas. The ship’s name honors Carnival’s first vessel, the TSS Mardi Gras of 1972.

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Explore the R&M Photographs

Return after the R&M sailing to explore photographs of Mardi Gras, its themed zones, open decks and BOLT coaster.

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The Story of Carnival Mardi Gras

Carnival Mardi Gras is a 180,000-ton ship that introduced Carnival’s Excel-class scale and six themed onboard zones. Its best-known attraction is BOLT, the first roller coaster at sea, joined by large dining, family and entertainment districts.

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Original R&M Adventures Photography

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Destination details were checked against official visitor information. Original photographs remain credited to R&M Adventures.

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