Our First Time on Carnival Mardi Gras! Is Celebration Key Worth It? Honest Review!
March 15, 2026
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We finally sailed on Carnival Cruise Line’s Mardi Gras for the first time, and this 8-day Caribbean Christmas cruise was packed with incredible destinations, amazing food, entertainment, and unforgettable experiences!
On this cruise, we visited some of the best cruise ports in the Caribbean, including:
🏝️ Grand Turk – Beautiful beaches and the famous cruise center
🌴 Amber Cove, Dominican Republic – Stunning scenery and island culture
🌊 Nassau, Bahamas – Shopping, excursions, and historic sites
🎉 Celebration Key – Carnival’s exciting new private destination
In this video we share our first impressions of Carnival Mardi Gras, what we loved about the ship, what surprised us, and tips for anyone considering booking this cruise.
In this video:
00:00:00 - Intro & Embarkation
00:06:00 - Mardi Gras Cabin Tour
00:11:14 - Sail Away Party
00:19:35 - Fun at Sea
00:37:42 - Grand Turk
00:54:16 - Amber Cove
01:13:05 - Fun Day at Sea (Xmas Eve)
01:20:39 - Nassau (Christmas Day)
01:26:04 - Aquarium Excursion (Atlantis Paradise Island Resort)
01:50:16 - Port 4: Celebration Key (First Look!)
02:19:54 - Debarkation - Final Thoughts: Is Mardi Gras the best Carnival ship?
Whether you're planning your first Carnival cruise, researching the Mardi Gras ship, or looking for Caribbean cruise inspiration, this vlog will give you a great look at what to expect.
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