A Photo Tour Through Carnival Cruise Line’s Brand New Carnival Mardi Gras

Named after the first Carnival ship that started it all way back in 1972, the Carnival Mardi Gras is also the first new ship to debut and depart from Port Canaveral since the industry-wide cruise shutdown.

There are six key themed zones that feature new dining, entertainment and attractions. They are the Grand Central, the French Quarter, the Summer Landing, the La Piazza, the Lido and the Ultimate Playground.

Click through the slideshow for a glimpse at some of the highlights of this brand-new cruise ship.