Thursday, July 18, 2024 Carnival Cruise Line ‘s beloved Mardi Gras is setting sail for Europe in late 2025! After gracing the Caribbean with its presence for several years, the vessel will embark on a transatlantic adventure for European guests. European Voyage & Celebration Key Visit Here’s a glimpse of what awaits Mardi Gras passengers in Europe: Transatlantic Crossings: The ship will offer two 14-night transatlantic voyages – one departing from Port Canaveral (Florida) to Barcelona (Spain) in mid-September 2025, and the other returning from Barcelona to Port Canaveral in mid-October 2025. Spanish Delights: The one-way itineraries feature captivating port calls in Spain, including Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Cádiz, and Málaga.
Island Escape: Guests can soak up the sun and unwind at Carnival Cruise Line’s new private island paradise in the Bahamas – Celebration Key. European Drydock & Continued Caribbean Presence During the gap between transatlantic crossings, the Mardi Gras will undergo a scheduled drydock visit at a European shipyard (specific details to be confirmed later). This is expected to involve routine maintenance and class inspections to ensure the ship remains in top condition.
Following its European adventure, the Mardi Gras is scheduled to return to its homeport in Port Canaveral by late November 2025 and resume its regular Caribbean cruise offerings. The vessel will continue sailing week-long Eastern and Western Caribbean itineraries through at least.