Coinciding with the start of the company's 50th anniversary festivities, Carnival Cruise Line is presenting the first details of the Carnival Celebration, sister ship to the Mardi Gras, which will debut in Miami this November.
On a Carnival cruise, passengers' vacations begin in the atrium, and on the Carnival Celebration, this space is called Celebration Central, spanning decks 6, 7, and 8, designed as the heart of the ship's celebratory spirit.
Celebration Central will also feature a ceiling made of approximately 1,400 color-changing light fixtures that will transform from day to night. The space, as functional as it is eye-catching, will include large floor-to-ceiling windows along the side of the ship that will become 16 individually controlled LED screens.
Introducing nods to Carnival's Fun Ship history, guests will see pieces from older Carnival vessels being repurposed and blended with the ship's modern décor. “From a design perspective, we're incorporating elements from our older ships, paying homage to Carnival's history, and also showcasing Carnival Celebration as a modern, innovative, and forward-thinking ship,” said Ben Clement, senior vice president of new builds, refurbishment, and product innovation. “While similar to Mardi Gras with a plethora of dining, entertainment, and relaxation options, Celebration will have its own distinct personality.”.
Celebration Central will also include food and beverage options, such as JavaBlue Café, Bonsai Sushi and Bonsai Teppanyaki, and entertainment such as Piano Bar 88 and The Punchliner Comedy Club.
Following the enthusiastic response from guests at Mardi Gras, the centerpiece of Carnival Celebration’s Ultimate Playground will be BOLT, The Ultimate Sea Coaster, soon to be the second roller coaster at sea, recognized by Popular Science with the “Best of What’s New” award. Guests can expect the thrills they’ve been raving about as the all-electric, motorcycle-inspired vehicles race along an 800-foot-long track 187 feet above the sea, reaching speeds of up to 40 miles per hour.
Designed for fun for all ages, the area will also house the WaterWorks water park and SportSquare, featuring a mini-golf course, a basketball court and an exciting ropes course.
Carnival Celebration's Summer Landing area will continue to be the best place to relax at sea with Guy's Pig & Anchor Smokehouse Brewhouse, which offers onboard smoked dishes created by Guy Fieri and an assortment of Carnival's ParchedPig craft beers brewed on-site, plus pools and hot tubs, The Watering Hole poolside bar, and the Heroes Tribute Lounge honoring military personnel.
And the poolside area, Lido will feature all the delicious and fun Mardi Gras experiences, including the two-level RedFrog Tiki Bar designed to transport guests to a South Pacific paradise, Shaquille O'Neal's Big Chicken restaurant, guest favorite Guy's Burger Joint, Seafood Shack and BlueIguana Cantina, with offerings perfect for any palate, at any time.
The Carnival Celebration will be Carnival's second ship powered by liquefied natural gas (LNG), part of Carnival Corporation's green cruise platform. The ship will debut in November from Terminal F at PortMiami.
