September 5, 2026
7-Night Eastern Caribbean Cruise
Departing from Port Canaveral
From
$675
Price / day
$96
Mardi Gras|Carnival Venezia
Mardi Gras vs Carnival Venezia
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
Mardi Gras
Carnival Cruise Line
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Newer Ship
Mardi Gras
Built in 2020
1 year newer
Lower Price Per Day
Mardi Gras
$97 / day
$40 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Both ships are the same
Mardi Gras vs Carnival Venezia: Quick Comparison
Mardi Gras is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2020, it is 1 year newer than Carnival Venezia, which entered service in 2019. Mardi Gras also carries 2,106 more passengers. Mardi Gras has upcoming sailings in Eastern Caribbean, while Carnival Venezia has sailings in Eastern Caribbean and Bermuda. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, Mardi Gras 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 Venezia |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2020Newer | 2019 |
| Gross Tonnage | — | 135,500 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 6,338 | 4,232 |
| Space per Passenger | — | 32 GT |
| Length | — | 323 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Mardi Gras vs Carnival Venezia
Age
Mardi Gras was built in 2020, making it 1 year newer than Carnival Venezia, which was built in 2019.
Passenger capacity
Mardi Gras carries up to 6,338 passengers compared with 4,232 aboard Carnival Venezia, a difference of 2,106 passengers.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Mardi Gras and Carnival Venezia cover a similar region and trip length.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Mardi Gras has the lower average starting price per day at $97 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 Venezia
8-Day Eastern Caribbean from Manhattan, New York City, NY
- Departure Port
- New York
- Region
- Eastern Caribbean
- Nights
- 8
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 2, 2026New York
- Day 2 · Sep 3, 2026At Sea
- Day 3 · Sep 4, 2026At Sea
- Day 4 · Sep 5, 2026Celebration Key™
- Day 5 · Sep 6, 2026RelaxAway
- Day 6 · Sep 7, 2026Grand Turk
- Day 7 · Sep 8, 2026At Sea
- Day 8 · Sep 9, 2026At Sea
- Day 9 · Sep 10, 2026New York
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 Venezia
September 2, 2026
8-Night Eastern Caribbean Cruise
Departing from New York
From
$790
Price / day
$99
September 10, 2026
4-Night Bermuda Cruise
Departing from New York
From
$699
Price / day
$175
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Mardi Gras
Average
$97 / day
VS
Carnival Venezia
Average
$137 / day
Mardi Gras is currently 29% cheaper per day for comparable sailings
$97/day vs $137/day
About $40 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 prefer the newer ship.
- You do not mind sailing on a ship with a higher passenger capacity.
- You want to sail in Eastern Caribbean.
- Departing from Port Canaveral works for your plans.
- The lower price per day among the sailings currently shown matters to you.
Choose Carnival Venezia if…
- You prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.
- You want to sail in Eastern Caribbean and Bermuda.
- Departing from New York works for your plans.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than Mardi Gras.
Mardi Gras vs Carnival Venezia: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Mardi Gras
Built in 2020
1 year newer
Bigger
Both ships are the same
Lower Price Per Day
Mardi Gras
$97 / day
About $40 less per day
- Mardi Gras is 1 year newer.
- Gross tonnage is not available for both ships.
- Mardi Gras carries 2,106 more passengers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Mardi Gras or Carnival Venezia?
Mardi Gras is newer. It was built in 2020, while Carnival Venezia was built in 2019, making Mardi Gras 1 year newer.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Mardi Gras has a passenger capacity of approximately 6,338, compared with 4,232 for Carnival Venezia.
Which ship is cheaper, Mardi Gras or Carnival Venezia?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Mardi Gras has the lower average starting price per day at $97 per day versus $137 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 Venezia sail?
The upcoming Carnival Venezia sailings currently listed cover Eastern Caribbean and Bermuda, departing from New York.
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