September 5, 2026
7-Night Eastern Caribbean Cruise
Departing from Port Canaveral
From
$675
Price / day
$96
Mardi Gras|Carnival Celebration
Mardi Gras vs Carnival Celebration
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
Mardi Gras
Carnival Cruise Line
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Newer Ship
Carnival Celebration
Built in 2022
2 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Carnival Celebration
$90 / day
$7 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Both ships are the same
Mardi Gras vs Carnival Celebration: Quick Comparison
Carnival Celebration is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2022, it is 2 years newer than Mardi Gras, which entered service in 2020. Mardi Gras has upcoming sailings in Eastern Caribbean, while Carnival Celebration has sailings in Western Caribbean and Eastern Caribbean. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, Carnival Celebration has the lower average starting price per day. The sailings shown cover a similar region and trip length, so the price per day figures are reasonably close to like-for-like. Cruise fares vary significantly by itinerary, departure date and cabin availability, so any price difference should be treated as a snapshot rather than a permanent gap.
Ship Comparison
| Spec | Mardi Gras | Carnival Celebration |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2020 | 2022Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | — | — |
| Passenger Capacity | 6,338 | — |
| Space per Passenger | — | — |
| Length | — | 344.532 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Mardi Gras vs Carnival Celebration
Age
Carnival Celebration was built in 2022, making it 2 years newer than Mardi Gras, which was built in 2020.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Mardi Gras and Carnival Celebration cover a similar region and trip length.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Carnival Celebration has the lower average starting price per day at $90 per day.
Compare Ports of Call
Mardi Gras
7-Day Eastern Caribbean from Port Canaveral (Orlando), FL
- Departure Port
- Port Canaveral
- Region
- Eastern Caribbean
- Nights
- 7
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 5, 2026Port Canaveral
- Day 2 · Sep 6, 2026Celebration Key™
- Day 3 · Sep 7, 2026Nassau
- Day 4 · Sep 8, 2026At Sea
- Day 5 · Sep 9, 2026Amber Cove
- Day 6 · Sep 10, 2026Grand Turk
- Day 7 · Sep 11, 2026At Sea
- Day 8 · Sep 12, 2026Port Canaveral
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Carnival Celebration
7-Day Western Caribbean from Miami, FL
- Departure Port
- Miami
- Region
- Western Caribbean
- Nights
- 7
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 6, 2026Miami
- Day 2 · Sep 7, 2026Celebration Key™
- Day 3 · Sep 8, 2026At Sea
- Day 4 · Sep 9, 2026At Sea
- Day 5 · Sep 10, 2026Isla Tropicale
- Day 6 · Sep 11, 2026Cozumel
- Day 7 · Sep 12, 2026At Sea
- Day 8 · Sep 13, 2026Miami
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Mardi Gras
September 12, 2026
7-Night Eastern Caribbean Cruise
Departing from Port Canaveral
From
$680
Price / day
$97
Carnival Celebration
September 6, 2026
7-Night Western Caribbean Cruise
Departing from Miami
From
$603
Price / day
$86
September 13, 2026
7-Night Eastern Caribbean Cruise
Departing from Miami
From
$655
Price / day
$94
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Mardi Gras
Average
$97 / day
VS
Carnival Celebration
Average
$90 / day
Carnival Celebration is currently 7% cheaper per day for comparable sailings
$90/day vs $97/day
About $7 less per day
This comparison is based on the upcoming sailings currently shown.
Cruise prices vary by departure date, itinerary, cabin type and availability.
Which Ship Should You Choose?
Choose Mardi Gras if…
- You want to sail in Eastern Caribbean.
- Departing from Port Canaveral works for your plans.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than Carnival Celebration.
Choose Carnival Celebration if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You want to sail in Western Caribbean and Eastern Caribbean.
- Departing from Miami works for your plans.
- The lower price per day among the sailings currently shown matters to you.
Mardi Gras vs Carnival Celebration: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Carnival Celebration
Built in 2022
2 years newer
Bigger
Both ships are the same
Lower Price Per Day
Carnival Celebration
$90 / day
About $7 less per day
- Carnival Celebration is 2 years newer.
- Gross tonnage is not available for both ships.
- Passenger capacity is not available for both ships.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Mardi Gras or Carnival Celebration?
Carnival Celebration is newer. It was built in 2022, while Mardi Gras was built in 2020, making Carnival Celebration 2 years newer.
Which ship is cheaper, Mardi Gras or Carnival Celebration?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Carnival Celebration has the lower average starting price per day at $90 per day versus $97 per day. Fares vary by itinerary, departure date, cabin type and availability.
Where does Mardi Gras sail?
The upcoming Mardi Gras sailings currently listed cover Eastern Caribbean, departing from Port Canaveral.
Where does Carnival Celebration sail?
The upcoming Carnival Celebration sailings currently listed cover Western Caribbean and Eastern Caribbean, departing from Miami.
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