by Carnival Cruise Line
Carnival's second Excel-class ship brings BOLT roller coaster, 6 themed zones, and Carnival's signature fun atmosphere to PortMiami - with even more refinements than Mardi Gras.
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Carnival Celebration is a 2022 Excel-class ship carrying 5,374 passengers, sailing 6- to 8-night Caribbean cruises from Miami. Its main draws are the BOLT roller coaster, the exclusive 820 Biscayne zone, and pricing that runs 40-50% below comparable Royal Caribbean ships.
Year Launched
2022
Passengers
5,374
Tonnage
183,521 GT
Decks
17
Length
1,130 ft
Class
Excel Class
Carnival Celebration is the second Excel-class ship, sailing year-round from Miami on 6-, 7-, and 8-night Caribbean itineraries with the BOLT coaster and exclusive 820 Biscayne zone.
Carnival Celebration debuted in late 2022 as the second Excel-class ship, building on everything Carnival learned from Mardi Gras. She sails year-round from Miami on 6-, 7-, and 8-night Caribbean itineraries.
While sharing the BOLT roller coaster and zone concept with Mardi Gras, Celebration introduced new dining venues and refined the zone layouts. The 820 Biscayne zone (named after Miami's famous boulevard) is a Celebration exclusive with a craft cocktail bar and Cuban-inspired dining.
Celebration offers the same mega-ship thrills as Royal Caribbean ships at Carnival's value pricing - often 40-50% less than comparable Royal Caribbean sailings.
Celebration's six themed zones include the exclusive 820 Biscayne, plus the BOLT coaster and WaterWorks waterpark shared with sister ship Mardi Gras.
Celebration offers over 20 dining options, including included favorites Guy's Burger Joint and Big Chicken by Shaq, plus five specialty restaurants.
Celebration features over 20 dining options. Included: main dining rooms, Lido Marketplace buffet, Guy's Burger Joint, BlueIguana Cantina, Big Chicken by Shaq, and JavaBlue Café.
Specialty restaurants include Emeril's Bistro 1396-2, Fahrenheit 555 (steakhouse), Bonsai Sushi, Rudi's Seagrill, and Cucina del Capitano. The Chibang! by chef Tiffany Derry offers a fusion of Chinese and Mexican flavors - a Celebration exclusive.
Guy's Burger Joint and Big Chicken are standout included options that compete with any specialty dining on other cruise lines.
Carnival Playlist Productions headline the main theater, backed by Punchliner Comedy Club, Family Feud Live, and the signature RedFrog Tiki Bar.
The main theater hosts high-energy Carnival Playlist Productions with singing, dancing, and spectacular lighting. Punchliner Comedy Club features nightly stand-up shows for adults and family-friendly matinees.
Family Feud Live, Lip Sync Battle, and the Love & Marriage Show are crowd favorites. Heroes Tribute Bar honors first responders and military, serving craft cocktails.
The RedFrog Tiki Bar is Carnival's signature pool bar with frozen drinks and a party vibe. Late-night entertainment includes DJ sets, themed parties, and Casino gaming.
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Get a Free QuoteCelebration sails 6-, 7-, and 8-night Caribbean itineraries from Miami, with select sailings stopping at Celebration Key in the Bahamas.
6-Night Western Caribbean: Miami → Cozumel, Mexico → Costa Maya, Mexico → Mahogany Bay, Honduras → Miami
7-Night Southern Caribbean: Miami → Grand Turk → San Juan, Puerto Rico → Amber Cove, Dominican Republic → Miami
8-Night Eastern Caribbean: Miami → Amber Cove → San Juan → St. Thomas → Grand Turk → Miami
Select sailings visit Celebration Key, Carnival's new private destination in the Bahamas.
Interior cabins start around $700 per person for 7 nights, with suites from $2,500, making Celebration one of the best-value mega-ships afloat.
Celebration delivers mega-ship value that's hard to beat:
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Deciding between the two Excel-class Carnival ships? See how Mardi Gras and Celebration compare on itineraries, price, and onboard experience.
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