

The October 16, 2025 cruise on the Carnival Mardi Gras departs from Barcelona, Spain. On this 14 Night Westbound Transatlantic - Carnival Journeys (Barcelona To Port Canaveral) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 6 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Carnival Mardi Gras sets sail on Thursday, Oct 16th and returns on Thursday, Oct 30th.
The graph below tracks historic price of the Carnival Mardi Gras cruise ship departing October 16, 2025. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,033 ($74 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $939 ($68 per night), this represents a recent increase of 10%.
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Carnival Mardi Gras - October 16, 2025 - 14 Nights
| Day | Date | Port |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Oct 16th | Barcelona, Spain |
| 2 | Oct 17th | At Sea |
| 3 | Oct 18th | Malaga, Spain |
| 4 | Oct 19th | Cadiz (Seville), Spain |
| 5 | Oct 20th | At Sea |
| 6 | Oct 21st | Santa Cruz De Tenerife, Canary Islands |
| 7 | Oct 22nd | At Sea |
| 8 | Oct 23rd | At Sea |
| 9 | Oct 24th | At Sea |
| 10 | Oct 25th | At Sea |
| 11 | Oct 26th | At Sea |
| 12 | Oct 27th | At Sea |
| 13 | Oct 28th | At Sea |
| 14 | Oct 29th | Celebration Key, Bahamas |
| 15 | Oct 30th | Port Canaveral, Florida |
The Carnival Mardi Gras sails on October 16, 2025 for a 14 Night Westbound Transatlantic - Carnival Journeys (Barcelona To Port Canaveral). The ship will depart the port of Barcelona, Spain at 7:00 PM and will return to the port of Port Canaveral, Florida on Oct 30th at 8:00 AM. During the 15-day journey, the Carnival Mardi Gras will visit 5 additional ports and will spend 9 days at sea.
Based on my comprehensive research of cruise port safety information, including recent crime reports, travel advisories, Global Peace Index rankings, and specific port security concerns, we've created a "safety score" for each cruise port stop. The overall rating below represents a combined score for your specific cruise itinerary.

The Mardi Gras has a construction date of 2020 and a total size of 180,800 gross tons. The ship measures 1,130 feet (344 meters) in length. Carnival Mardi Gras is included in Carnival’s XL Class. At full capacity, the Carnival Mardi Gras holds 8,375 passengers. That includes 6,630 cruise vacationers and 1,745 staff members. The Mardi Gras total number of staterooms is 2,625.
To see how this compares, click through to see Carnival Mardi Gras age and stats vs all Carnival ships. There you’ll find graphs showing length, capacity, tonnage and more for this ship vs all in the fleet.
To check out the ship from top to bottom, click here for Carnival Mardi Gras Deck Plans.
Barcelona, Spain, offers docking at Barcelona Port. Travelers explore Sagrada Familia and Park Güell. Excursions visit Montserrat Monastery. Local markets sell paella. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for city tours. Photography captures Gaudà architecture and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes tapas, a Spanish favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Catalan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Barcelona’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of modernist landmarks and scenic coasts, making Barcelona an engaging destination for exploring Spain’s Catalan region. (126 words)
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Málaga, Spain, offers docking at Málaga Port. Travelers explore Alcazaba Fortress and Picasso Museum. Excursions visit Ronda’s deep gorges. Local markets sell gazpacho. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Moorish architecture and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes paella, a Spanish favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Andalusian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Málaga’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic fortresses and scenic coasts, making Málaga an engaging destination for exploring Spain’s Costa del Sol. (126 words)
Cádiz (Seville), Spain, offers docking at Cádiz Port with excursions to Seville. Travelers explore Seville’s Alcázar and Cádiz’s old town. Excursions visit Jerez’s sherry bodegas. Local markets sell gazpacho. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Moorish palaces and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes jamón ibérico, a Spanish favorite. Souvenirs, like fan crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Andalusian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Cádiz’s cultural gateway offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic coasts, making Cádiz an engaging destination. (126 words)
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Canary Islands, offers docking at Santa Cruz Port. Travelers explore Auditorio de Tenerife and Anaga Mountains. Excursions visit Teide National Park. Local markets sell mojo potatoes. The peak season, November to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures volcanic landscapes and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes ropa vieja, a Canarian favorite. Souvenirs, like lava crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Guanche history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance mountain hikes. Santa Cruz’s coastal charm offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of modern landmarks and scenic volcanoes, making Santa Cruz an engaging destination. (126 words)
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Celebration Key, Bahamas, docks at a private pier for Grand Bahama cruises. Travelers enjoy water parks and cabana rentals. Snorkeling reveals artificial reefs. No local markets; island shops sell branded merchandise. Peak season December to April; no taxis, free shuttles provided. Dining includes jerk chicken at beach buffets. Souvenirs feature Bahamian straw hats. Kayaking and paddleboarding available.
Port Canaveral, Florida, offers docking at Port Canaveral. Travelers explore Kennedy Space Center and Cocoa Beach. Excursions include airboat rides in Merritt Island. Local markets sell key lime pie. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures space shuttles and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes grouper, a Floridian favorite. Souvenirs, like space-themed crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover NASA history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance space center walks. Port Canaveral’s modern charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of space exploration and scenic coasts, making Port Canaveral an engaging destination. (126 words)