When we launched our first ship, 1972’s TSS Mardi Gras, we made cruising a lot less stuffy, a bit less fancy, the kind of fun everybody could enjoy.  Nobody expected this ship to change the cruise world, but… here we are!  So, here’s a brand-new ship with a familiar name. With this Mardi Gras we aren’t just paying homage to our first ship.  In cruising circles this name suggests innovation, signals the start of something big. Oh, and this Mardi Gras still shouts “fun!” at the top of its lungs. This ship introduces Zones — six themed areas packed with brand-new experiences for eating, drinking and spectacularly getting down to fun. There’s BOLT, the first-ever rollercoaster at sea, Emeril’s Bistro 1396  from yes-that-Emeril, Family Feud Live for everybody… plus incredible new bars like The Brass Magnolia and Fortune Teller. Everybody can enjoy Mardi Gras, sailing now. Come on down!

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Carnival Vista has a whole new relationship to the sea, and you get to experience this as you explore the Caribbean.

It’s only natural that you’ll want to start outdoors… so let’s go!   Strap in on the Sky Ride and race around for the win or just cruise for great views.  At Havana Bar & Grill you’ll find an island retreat that evokes classic Cuban-style lounging with an emphasis on style.  Carnival Water Works is packed to the gills with wet ways to get-a-splashin.  If you can’t get enough Guy Fieri, we invite you to try at Guy’s Burger Joint and Guy’s Pig & Anchor Smokehouse. Rounding out this ship’s sunlight highlights is Serenity Adult-Only Retreat.  The low-key grown-up spot that’s more ‘lounging and hot tubs’ than ‘action and adventure.

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Your high seas hero Carnival Valor is here to rescue you from ordinary vacations.

On your way you’ll find onboard food spots designed to regale your palate, like BlueIguana Cantina and Guy’s Burger Joint, plus the downright indulgent Scarlett’s Steakhouse.

Kids can get caught up in all the excitement of being kids. Hang with others their age at Carnival Valor’s three supervised youth spaces. Or they can join the wacky, wonderful Dr. Seuss bunch for character story-time (and more!) at Seuss at Sea. And pretty much anyone, young or slightly-less-young, will be thrilled by our 214-foot long, four-deck-tall Twister waterslide.

On the entertainment front, Playlist Productions takes tunes you know and presents them in song-and-dance, up-on-stage spectacular shows. At Dive-In Movies, you’ll never have to choose between making a splash and watching a favorite movie under the stars, up on the big screen.

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Carnival Sunshine has been doused with an extra dose of fun. There’s plenty to find atop this ship!    Visit the biggest Serenity area ever, featuring three decks, plenty of recliners and even a waterfall. Carnival WaterWork.  Our onboard waterpark doesn’t just deliver the favorites, this one debuted the slick Speedway Splash slide.

There’s also SportSquare, where you can let your inner champion run free around the jogging track. Traverse the Ropes Course high up above, or even engage in a little one-on-one, from ping pong to foosball to giant chess.  The first thing you’ll see is the Sunshine Atrium and let’s just say first impressions count.  Check out dining options this ship has everything under the Carnival sun — like Guy’s Burger Joint, BlueIguana Cantina, Fahrenheit 555 Steakhouse and JiJi Asian Kitchen. Some of the greatest Carnival bars are here: RedFrog Pub, BlueIguana Tequila Bar,  and SkyBox.  You’ll enjoy musical revues from Playlist Productions, where songs you know and love come to life on stage.

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It’s hard to tell which onboard space best represents Carnival Splendor.  They all seem to hint at the amazing time you’re going to have. El Morocco Lounge hosts comedy shows, musical performances, karaoke and more.  The words Royal Flush Casino incite visions of winning while our onboard jazz club. The Cool simply says it all without saying a word.  Fahrenheit 555 is found not only at the height of elegant dining, but at the actual apex of the ship.

If you list splishing and splashing among your favorite things to do, there’s Carnival WaterWorks. If you are into sliding, you are invited to try the all-new Green Lightning thrill-slide. How about just floating or swimming around? Carnival Splendor has pools all over the place, including the midship pool featuring a retractable roof that makes any day a pool day.

If relaxation is your thing, Serenity Adult-Only Retreat is more your place.  If you’re looking to take relaxation to the extreme, direct your attention to the Cloud 9 Spa, featuring more ways to kick back than just about anywhere else, on land or at sea. You haven’t lived until you’ve relaxed in a Thalassotherapy pool, or chilled so to speak in a dry heat chamber.

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Carnival Pride is a treat for your eyes, your taste buds and of course, your fun buds. Invite them all to come enjoy the vacation that this ship is proud to offer.

Carnival Pride invites you to dine refined, from the zen-like simplicity of Bonsai Sushi to the art deco ocean liner inspiration of the Normandie Restaurant, to the American-Traditional style of Fahrenheit 555 Steakhouse. And of course there’s real, delectable substance under all that style. But for something a little more casual, loosen your tie… or maybe just throw it away and grab a main course (and fries) from our main man Guy Fieri, at Guy’s Burger Joint^™. The Mexican heat’s optional at BlueIguana Cantina^™, but make your next stop Cherry on Top^™ — our candy-and-more store — where everything’s sweet. And to raise a glass to important sacrifices of the past, Heroes Tribute Bar makes remembrance its primary objective.

You’ll find yourself with room to move at the Beauties Dance Club, and a hard time sitting still at Playlist Productions^™. All around this cruise ship you’ll discover even more ways to stay cool, like an adult-only pool at Serenity, a fun-only midship pool featuring a retractable roof, plus Carnival Pride’s splashy onboard waterpark, Carnival WaterWorks. And if all the waterslide action leaves you needing a little extra unwinding, we recommend you dry off and head to the Cloud 9 Spa.

Alongside the pool is the big-screen, big-fun Carnival Seaside Theater, while Seuss at Sea is a good time for kids who love a good rhyme.

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We broke the mold after we made this one. The final Fantasy class cruise ship ever created! Carnival Paradise is proof that there’s plenty of fun to be found long before you reach your dream destination.

This ship remains classic Carnival — fun-packed from bow to stern — but on the other hand, we’ve never stopped adding fresh new features. So now you can grab something cold, or sweet… or maybe even hot, at JavaBlue Café. Meet the new Cloud 9 Spa, featuring a full menu of, ahhh, spa treatments. We also added a Bonsai Sushi Express, so you can take your fresh sushi, sashimi, rolls and more, to go, someplace fun.

By the way, on Carnival Paradise you’ll find great times in and near the H2O courtesy of pools, hot tubs and even a Carnival WaterWorks waterpark featuring a huge spiraling slide, plus a pair of racing slides. At Seuss at Sea the characters always make a splash with an interactive storytime and parade, plus this ship features three age-perfect youth programs. Great live entertainment, like The Punchliner Comedy Club, Playlist Productions and piano bar, happens up on stage… bravo!

If you’re talking tasty classics, you’re going to find two of our top casual spots: Guy’s Burger Joint, featuring the goods from Guy Fieri, and BlueIguana Cantina, with authentic south-of-the-border taco/burrito goodness. Refreshments — and good times — abound with RedFrog Rum Bar and BlueIguana Tequila Bar. And a little closer to home (well, your vacation home), Carnival Paradise features even more balcony staterooms than before. Feel that breeze!

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This ship packs all the best, most delicious fun from her sister ships Carnival Vista and Carnival Horizon, but still manages to stand out. One example: it’s easy to stand out when you’re literally flying, and Carnival Panorama has the only Sky Zone trampoline park you’ll find at sea. This spot gives a whole new meaning to leaving the land behind, so lose the shoes and gain some air with gravity-defying dodgeball sessions or slam-dunk basketball experiences. That’s not the only way to catch some air, either, because this ship also features SkyRide, a pedal-powered suspended bike experience.  There is also a ropes course, mini-golf and WaterWorks waterpark.

It’s not all action, though, because relaxation options like Cloud 9 Spa and Serenity Adult-Only Retreat are on the menu. Great dining is too, with choices that range from the refined fare of Bonsai Teppanyaki and Fahrenheit 555 Steakhouse to come-as-hungry-as-you-are classics like BlueIguana Cantina, Guy’s Pig & Anchor Smokehouse | Brewhouse and Seafood Shack. At Guy’s, the brews are as fresh as the food, all of which are made on board. Havana Bar & Pool are there to give you a bit of that “90 miles south” flavor and flair, with matching stateroom options that keep you close to the action all cruise long.

There’s traditional Carnival fun too, and these fan-favorites are great news for everybody! Three age-perfect youth programs keep kids busy having a blast with their peers, while Playlist Productions take songs you know and make high-energy crowd-pleasing shows out of them. Dive-In Movies makes a big production out of the big screen over the pool, plus The Punchliner Comedy Club features family-friendly shows… and, uh, late-night shows for after the kids go to bed.

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When we say that Carnival Miracle takes you to another world, we mean that in every sense. Not only does this ship visit stunning destinations, but features incredible onboard spaces inspired by elements of fantasy. Escape from reality as you take in a show at the Phantom Lounge or a dance at Dr. Frankenstein’s Lab. To lose yourself in a song, find your way to Sam’s Piano Bar. If you are hungry, thre is great food all over the place, from the casual fare of Horatio’s to the artful eats of the Bacchus and Ariadne dining rooms… not to mention the world-class cuts at Nick & Nora’s Steakhouse.

At Alchemy Bar we make drinks into art, while the laid-back RedFrog Pub has “Caribbean cool” down to a science. And up in SkyBox Sports Bar, we’ve combined luxury-box comfort with the up-close view from the 50-yard line. Outdoors there’s fun to be had, whether you’re down for water sliding or up for simply sunning, Carnival WaterWorks has you covered.

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.We knew exactly what we were doing when we named this ship Carnival Magic, and we’re sure you’ll agree.

At 1,004 feet, this one continued the Dream class tradition of large-scale, bow-to-stern cruise ship.  Including the food-and-entertainment space Ocean Plaza, the splashy stylings of Carnival WaterWorks.  The Lanai is a convenient, scenic half-mile outdoor wraparound promenade deck. In other words, a cruise on Carnival Magic has no shortage of its namesake charm!

It’s no surprise Carnival Magic debuted all-new ways to have a good time onboard, and continues to prove it with the outdoor fitness-and-fun of SportSquare, featuring the world’s first ropes course at sea.  Who can forget their first taste of RedFrog Pub, with its laid back, not-a-worry-to-be-found atmosphere… plus its exclusive, tasty, not-a-drop-to-be-found (on land, that is) beer, ThirstyFrog Red. And if you wanted to visit the original Guy’s Pig & Anchor Bar-B-Que Smokehouse^™… guess which ship you’d check out!

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