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Carnival Mardi Gras itinerary map for October 16, 2025 (14 nights)
Carnival Mardi Gras itinerary map for October 16, 2025 (14 nights)
14 nights · 6 ports
Round-trip · Barcelona, Spain
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Carnival Mardi Gras
October 16, 2025

14-Night Westbound Transatlantic - Carnival Journeys aboard Carnival Mardi Gras · Departing October 16, 2025 from the Port of Barcelona, Spain.

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// AT A GLANCE

This 14-night cruise aboard the Mardi Gras departs from Barcelona, Spain on Thursday, October 16, 2025 and returns on Thursday, Oct 30th. October weather across this route averages 86°/54°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 7.5 out of 10, averaged across 6 ports.

ITINERARY SAFETY SCORE
7.5OUT OF 10
MODERATE TIER
Safer than 75% of all cruises
Ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
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14
night cruise
Thu → Thu
02
Barcelona
departure port
Spain
03
6
port stops
Journeys
04
9
sea days
Day 2
// ON THIS PAGE10 SECTIONS

The Carnival Mardi Gras, operated by Carnival Cruise Line, sets sail on Thursday, October 16, 2025 from Barcelona, Spain for a 14-night Westbound Transatlantic - Carnival Journeys cruise. This itinerary includes 6 unique port stops and 9 days at sea. October weather across the route averages 86°F highs and 54°F lows. The itinerary safety score is 7.5 out of 10, combining travel advisories, crime statistics, and Global Peace Index data. Fare tracking is available for inside, oceanview, balcony, and suite cabin categories. Gangwaze monitors pricing daily so you can set a price-drop alert and book when the fare is right. Explore the full day-by-day port schedule, shore excursion options, onboard amenities, and weather forecasts for each stop on this Carnival Mardi Gras sailing.

// WHO'S ONBOARD YOUR CRUISE

Carnival Mardi Gras October 16, 2025 Roll Call

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// 02 · CRUISE PRICE

Carnival Mardi Gras October 16, 2025 Price & Tracking

CARNIVAL MARDI GRAS·OCTOBER 16, 2025

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 $940 ($68 per night), this represents a recent increase of 10%.

Carnival Mardi Gras cruise departing October 16, 202514-night itinerary. Current Inside Cabin price: $1,033 ($74 per night). Average price: $940.

// PRICE HISTORY · INSIDE
Last 6 months · refreshes daily
This cabin
Avg $858
LIVE RATE
INSIDE CABIN
Carnival Mardi Gras · October 16, 2025
$1,033
$74 per night · 14 nights
20% above average
Avg $858

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// 03 · ITINERARY

14 Night Westbound Transatlantic - Carnival Journeys (Barcelona To Port Canaveral) Cruise Map

Interactive Itinerary MapOCTOBER 16, 2025
The Carnival Mardi Gras sails on October 16, 2025 for a 14 Night Westbound Transatlantic - Carnival Journeys (Barcelona To Port Canaveral) (Barcelona Roundtrip). 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.
// CRUISE PORT SCHEDULE
Carnival Mardi Gras
OCTOBER 16, 2025
15 STOPSSCROLL FOR ALL ↓
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14 NIGHTS · 5 PORTS
ROUND-TRIP · BARCELONA
// 04 · PORTS

14 Night Westbound Transatlantic - Carnival Journeys (Barcelona To Port Canaveral) Port List

Carnival Mardi Gras·October 16, 2025
Barcelona, Spain — Day 1 of Carnival Mardi Gras October 16, 2025 cruise
DAY
1
EMBARKATION
THURSDAY·OCT 16

Barcelona

Spain
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 PM

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 Gaudí 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.

Malaga, Spain — Day 3 of Carnival Mardi Gras October 16, 2025 cruise
DAY
3
PORT 2
SATURDAY·OCT 18

Malaga

Spain
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
8:00 AM
6:00 PM

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.

Cadiz (Seville), Spain — Day 4 of Carnival Mardi Gras October 16, 2025 cruise
DAY
4
PORT 3
SUNDAY·OCT 19

Cadiz (Seville)

Spain
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
8:00 AM
5:00 PM

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.

Santa Cruz De Tenerife, Canary Islands — Day 6 of Carnival Mardi Gras October 16, 2025 cruise
DAY
6
PORT 5
TUESDAY·OCT 21

Santa Cruz De Tenerife

Canary Islands
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
8:00 AM
5:00 PM

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.

Celebration Key, Bahamas — Day 14 of Carnival Mardi Gras October 16, 2025 cruise
DAY
14
PORT 13
WEDNESDAY·OCT 29

Celebration Key

Bahamas
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
9:00 AM
6:00 PM

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 — Day 15 of Carnival Mardi Gras October 16, 2025 cruise
DAY
15
DISEMBARKATION
THURSDAY·OCT 30

Port Canaveral

Florida
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
8:00 AM

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.

// 05 · WEATHER

14 Night Westbound Transatlantic - Carnival Journeys (Barcelona To Port Canaveral) Weather Forecast

Carnival Mardi Gras·October 16, 2025
OCT FORECAST · BARCELONA
Historical monthly averages for travelers visiting this port.
62°
AVG · °F
Mostly sunny days
AVG HIGH
88°
AVG LOW
37°
AVG RAINFALL
2.8"
Source: 30-year historical climate averages via Open-Meteo
// YEAR-ROUND AT BARCELONA
Average monthly temperature and rainfall. Your sail month is highlighted.
AVG TEMP °FRAINFALL IN
62°JANFEBMARAPRMAYJUNJULAUGSEPOCTNOVDEC12-MONTH AVERAGE · DATA: 30-YEAR HISTORICAL
// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS

Carnival Mardi Gras October 16, 2025 Excursions

Carnival Mardi Gras·October 16, 2025

From beach breaks and snorkeling to local food tours and cultural landmarks, these shore excursions help you make the most of every stop. Browse by port below to compare top-rated options and plan your day before you board.

// BROWSE BY PORT
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// 07 · SAFETY SCORE

Itinerary Safety Score

14 Night Westbound Transatlantic - Carnival Journeys (Barcelona To Port Canaveral)

Based on 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.

ITINERARY AVERAGE
MODERATE TIER
0OUT OF 100
LOWHIGH
Safer than 75% of all cruises
7.5/10 itinerary average · ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
// HOW WE SCORE
Four signals, weighted by recency.

Scores combine recent crime reports, government travel advisories, Global Peace Index rankings, and port-specific security incidents. Refreshed monthly.

8.0 – 10.0
Safe — Low-risk; standard precautions apply.
6.5 – 7.9
Moderate — Generally safe with normal vigilance.
5.0 – 6.4
Caution — Stay alert; avoid certain areas after dark.
0 – 4.9
High caution — Significant risk; book guided excursions.
REFRESHED MONTHLY
// PORT-BY-PORT BREAKDOWN06 PORTS
01

Barcelona 🇪🇸

Spain · SpainMODERATE

Travelers should stay vigilant against pickpocketing in crowded areas and secure their belongings to ensure safety while enjoying the city.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
02

Malaga 🇪🇸

Spain · SpainMODERATE

Travelers in Malaga should remain vigilant against petty theft and pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas and popular attractions.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
03

Cadiz (Seville) 🇪🇸

Spain · SpainMODERATE

Travelers should stay vigilant against petty theft in crowded areas while enjoying the safe and welcoming atmosphere of Cadiz.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
04

Santa Cruz De Tenerife 🇪🇸

Canary Islands · SpainMODERATE

Santa Cruz de Tenerife is generally safe for cruise travelers, though visitors should remain vigilant against occasional petty crime in crowded areas.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
05

Celebration Key 🇧🇸

Bahamas · BahamasMODERATE

Celebration Key prioritizes guest safety with controlled access and security, but travelers should remain vigilant against petty crime.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
06

Port Canaveral 🇺🇸

Florida · United StatesSAFE

Port Canaveral is a safe cruise destination with low crime, but travelers should remain vigilant and follow standard safety precautions.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
// 08 · CRUISE SHIP

Carnival Mardi Gras Ship Overview

Specs & DetailsCARNIVAL
Carnival Mardi Gras
CARNIVAL · XL
CHRISTENED
2020
STATEROOMS
2,625
TONNAGE
180,800GT
49.2% ABOVE AVG· vs avg 121,145 GT
YEAR BUILT
2020
11 YEARS NEWER· vs avg 2009
LENGTH
1,130ft
13.9% ABOVE AVG· vs avg 992 ft
PASSENGER COUNT
6,630cruisers
59.5% ABOVE AVG· vs avg 4,158 cruisers
// ABOUT THE SHIP

The Carnival Mardi Gras has a construction date of 2020 and a total size of 180,800 gross tons. The ship measures 1,130 feet in length. Carnival Mardi Gras is included in Carnival's XL class. At full capacity, the Mardi Gras holds 6,630 passengers. That includes 4,885 cruise vacationers and 1,745 staff members. The Mardi Gras total number of staterooms is 2,625.

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// 09 · CRUISE DIRECTOR

Cruise Director

On duty at sail date·October 16, 2025
Deon Williams — cruise director
ON STAGE
CRUISE DIRECTOR · CARNIVAL MARDI GRAS

Deon Williams

Deon Williams is a Carnival Cruise Line cruise director known for his smooth delivery, strong crowd control, and polished hosting style.

CONTRACT
CARNIVAL MARDI GRAS
YOUR SAIL · OCTOBER 16, 2025
STARTS
Oct 11, 2025
ENDS
Dec 6, 2025
// 10 · FAQ

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