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Mardi Gras vs Carnival Celebration
- Carnival Celebration is the bigger ship: 183,521 gross tons vs 180,800, about 2% larger.
- Carnival Celebration is newer (2022) than Mardi Gras (2021).
- Carnival Celebration carries more guests: 5,362 vs 5,270 (double occupancy).
- Mardi Gras has more crew per guest (3.04 guests per crew member vs 3.09).
| Mardi Gras | Carnival Celebration | |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise line | Carnival Cruise Line | Carnival Cruise Line |
| Entered service | 2021 | 2022 ● |
| Gross tonnage | 180,800 | 183,521 ● |
| Guests | 5,270 (double occupancy) | 5,362 (double occupancy) ● |
| Crew | 1,735 | 1,735 |
| Guests per crew member | 3.04 ● | 3.09 |
● = higher (or, for guests per crew member, lower) of the two. Figures from each line's own source: Mardi Gras, Carnival Celebration (accessed Oct 26, 2026).
FAQ
Which is bigger, Mardi Gras or Carnival Celebration?
Carnival Celebration is the bigger ship: 183,521 gross tons vs 180,800, about 2% larger.
Which is newer, Mardi Gras or Carnival Celebration?
Carnival Celebration is newer (2022) than Mardi Gras (2021).
Which ship holds more passengers?
Mardi Gras: 5,270 (double occupancy). Carnival Celebration: 5,362 (double occupancy).
Which ship has more crew per guest?
Mardi Gras has more crew per guest (3.04 guests per crew member vs 3.09), calculated from each line's published guest and crew figures.
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