Mardi Gras Makes First Call At Nassau on Maiden Voyage

As part of Carnival Cruise Line's highly anticipated return to guest operations, the line's newest and most innovative ship, Mardi Gras, arrived in Nassau, Bahamas, marking the ship's third port of call on its maiden voyage. This is the first time Carnival Cruise Line has called on Nassau in 16 months.

Mardi Gras pulled into port flying the Bahamian flag, a symbol of Carnival's commitment to The Bahamas.  The seven-day Eastern Caribbean cruise departed Port Canaveral July 31. Mardi Gras is the first cruise ship in the Americas to be powered by eco-friendly Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG).  Considered the marine industry's most advanced fuel technology, LNG is among the cleanest fuels in the world, significantly reducing emissions with cleaner exhaust. The ship also features BOLT, the first roller coaster at sea.

Mardi Gras guests can enjoy a host of entertainment experiences throughout the ship's 19 decks and six distinct themed zones, including the first shipboard version of the hit TV show Family Feud, and more than two dozen restaurants with venues from Guy Fieri, Emeril Lagasse, Rudi Sodiman and the line's Chief Fun Officer Shaquille O'Neal. Mardi Gras sails year-round from Port Canaveral, offering seven-day itineraries to the Eastern and Western Caribbean.