⚓ What's Included & What's Not Included in Your Cruise Package

✅ What's Included in Your Cruise Fare

• Accommodations:
  Your selected stateroom (Interior, Ocean View, or Balcony) for 7 nights onboard Carnival Mardi Gras.

• Meals:

  • Breakfast, lunch, and dinner at main dining rooms and buffet

  • 24-hour pizza and ice cream stations

  • Select casual eateries (like Guy’s Burger Joint, BlueIguana Cantina)

• Entertainment & Activities:

  • Broadway-style shows and comedy club performances

  • Poolside movies, deck parties, and themed events

  • Access to pools, water slides, sports courts, and fitness center

  • Youth programs for kids and teens (Camp Ocean, Circle “C”, and Club O2)

• Taxes, Port Fees, and Gratuities:

  • Gratuities are included in your package! (covering dining, room stewards, and other onboard service staff)

• Room Service (Limited Menu):

  • Complimentary continental breakfast service

• Basic Beverages:

  • Coffee, tea, lemonade, iced tea, hot chocolate, and water

• Carnival's Signature Attractions:

  • Mardi Gras Roller Coaster (BOLT™) (Note: additional charge for multiple rides)

  • Serenity Adult-Only Retreat (ages 21+)

🚫 What's Not Included in Your Cruise Fare

• Specialty Dining:
  (Steakhouse, Bonsai Sushi, Rudi's Seagrill, Emeril’s Bistro, etc.)

• Alcoholic and Specialty Drinks:

  • Beer, wine, cocktails, specialty coffees, bottled water, soda packages

• Shore Excursions:

  • Tours, adventure activities, beach resort passes at each port

• Wi-Fi Packages:

  • Internet access is available for purchase (basic and premium plans)

• Spa Services:

  • Massages, facials, salon services at Cloud 9 Spa

• Travel Insurance:

  • Carnival’s Vacation Protection Plan is optional but highly recommended

• Casino Gaming:

  • Slot machines, table games (and any casino tournaments)

• Photos & Souvenirs:

  • Professional photos, Carnival merchandise, etc.

• Gratuities on Additional Purchases:

  • Drinks, spa treatments, specialty dining carry an automatic service charge (usually 18–20%)

✅ Pro Tip: Pre-purchase drink packages, Wi-Fi, shore excursions, or specialty dining reservations through your Carnival account before sailing for the best rates! 

❗ Cancellation Policy

We understand that sometimes plans change. Here’s what you need to know about cancellations for this cruise:

🛡️ If You Purchase Carnival’s Vacation Protection Plan (Highly Recommended)

• Cancel for any reason:
  If you cancel for a covered reason (like illness, injury, etc.), you may receive a 100% cash refund (minus the cost of the protection plan).
  If you cancel for a non-covered reason (like changing your mind), you may receive a 75% future cruise credit toward a new Carnival booking.

• Coverage Includes:

  • Trip cancellation and trip interruption

  • Medical expenses and emergency evacuation

  • Lost or delayed baggage

  • 24/7 worldwide travel assistance

Note: Vacation Protection must be added at the time of booking or soon after to be effective.

❌ If You Do NOT Purchase Vacation Protection

Your refund eligibility will depend strictly on Carnival’s standard cancellation fee schedule:

Note: Taxes, fees, and pre-paid gratuities may be refundable even if the cruise fare is not.

✅ Strongly Recommended:
Purchase Carnival's Vacation Protection Plan to give yourself the most flexibility and peace of mind!