Two Carnival Cruise Line ships, head to head — specs, amenities, and what each one is genuinely better at.
Carnival Celebration (2022) is the newer ship by 2 years versus Carnival Mardi Gras (2020). Carnival Celebration is the larger hull at 180,800 GT (~0% bigger). Carnival Mardi Gras sails with fewer guests at double occupancy (5,282 vs 5,374).
| Spec | Carnival Celebration | Carnival Mardi Gras |
|---|---|---|
| Year built | 2022 | 2020 |
| Tonnage | 180,800 GT | 180,000 GT |
| Guests (double occupancy) | 5,374 | 5,282 |
| Guests (max) | 6,500 | 6,500 |
Trophy marks the ship that wins each row. Smaller capacity = more space per guest.
Distinct ports each ship visits in the next 12 months.