What's a Nola takeover without Mardi Gras! That's right we're taking over Carnival Mardi Gras July 19th-July 26th 2025.

Itinerary

Day 1 Embarkation

Day 2 Fun day at sea

Day 3 Grand Turk

Day 4 Amber Cove

Day 5 Fun day at sea

Day 6 Nassau Bahamas

Day 7 Celebration Key

Day 8 Debarkation

Cabin types

Interior Cabin Balcony cabin

**Final payment due April 20th 2025**

Any questions or concerns email me at ewatkins@vividdreamtravel.com

WHAT DOES THE PRICE OF MY CRUISE INCLUDE?

The price of your cruise includes:

A well deserved vacation!
Your stateroom, featuring the Carnival Home™ Bedding Collection... additional stateroom features include a flat-screen TV, in-stateroom safe, individual climate control, full bathroom and ample storage space.
Spectacular production shows and entertainment, including hysterical comedians
Numerous lounges featuring live music and entertainment
Fitness center
Pools, hot tub spas and waterslides
Year round youth programs for kids 2-17 years of age
A variety of dining options for breakfast, brunch, lunch, afternoon tea, dinner and late night in the Main Dining Room and/or Lido Restaurant.
A variety of dining options for breakfast, lunch and snacking at specialty food spots (featured on select ships), such as but not limited to: Guy's Burger Joint, Guy's Pig & Anchor Bar-B-Que Smokehouse, BlueIguana Cantina, Street Eats, Big Chicken, Mongolian Wok and Ol' Fashioned BBQ.
Pizzeria (9:00am-4:00am)
Soft serve ice cream and frozen yogurt
The following beverages served in the Main Dining Room and 24/7 in the Lido Restaurant: non-bottled water, lemonade, iced tea, hot chocolate and non-specialty coffee and tea

The following services are not included in the cruise price:

Dining in specialty restaurants and snacking at cafes and lounges (featured on select ships), such as but not limited to: The Steakhouse, Bonsai Sushi, Bonsai Teppanyaki, Ji Ji Asian Kitchen, Seafood Shack, Cucina del Capitano, Chibang!, Guy's Pig & Anchor Bar-B-Que Smokehouse|Brewhouse, The Chef's Table, Emeril's Bistro, Rudi's Seagrill, Il Viaggio, Javablue Cafe, Promenade Cafe, Lido Coffee Bar, Ocean Plaza Cafe, Havana Bar (on Carnival Sunshine) and other lounges that may serve light bites.
'Steakhouse Selections' served in the Main Dining Room
"Pizza Anywhere" delivery
Thing 1 and Thing 2 Birthday Breakfast
24-hour room service (charges apply; Continental breakfast is complimentary)
Alcoholic and non-alcoholic bar beverages (excluding beverages served in the Main Dining Room and Lido Restaurant such as non-bottled water, lemonade, iced tea, select juices, hot chocolate and non-specialty coffee and tea)
Gift Shop purchases
Purchases at Cherry on Top and Special Occasions (featured on select ships)
Spa treatments, Salon services and select fitness classes
Gambling in the casino
Playing Bingo and Deal or No Deal™
Video Arcade games
BOLT Ultimate Sea Coaster (featured on Carnival Celebration, Carnival Jubilee and Mardi Gras)
Loft 19 rental for guests not occupyng a Carnival Excel-level suite (featured on Carnival Celebration, Carnival Jubilee and Mardi Gras)
Art Auction Program (featured on select ships)
Carnival Adventures Shore Excursions
Photos
Internet access and 'chat' option on the HUB app
Use of your smartphone
Ship-to-Shore telephone calls
Medical services
Laundry services (valet or self-service)

What's not included in the price of my cruise

Airfare
pre cruise hotel stay
Transportation to and from cruise terminal
Trip Insurance(can be added)
Gratuities
Onboard internet
cocktails, spirits, beer, sodas, juice and bottled water(cheers package or soda package can be pre purchased).

Cancellation policy:

Days Prior to Departure DateCancellation Charge (Per Guest)*

2-5 day cruises (excluding all Alaskan, European, Transatlantic, and Panama Canal cruises):Up to 76 daysNone (except fares with non-refundable payments*)

75 to 56 daysDeposit

55 to 30 daysDeposit or 50% of Total Fare, whichever is greater

29 to 15 daysDeposit or 75% of Total Fare, whichever is greater

14 days or less100% of Total Fare

6 day or longer cruises, as well as all Alaskan, European, Transatlantic, and Panama Canal cruises:Up to 91 daysNone (except fares with non-refundable payments *)

90 to 56 daysDeposit

55 to 30 daysDeposit or 50% of Total Fare, whichever is greater

29 to 15 daysDeposit or 75% of Total Fare, whichever is greater

14 days or less100% of Total Fare