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THE BEST AND WORST OF CARNIVAL MARDI GRAS - A Carnival Mardi Gras Review

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La Lido Loca
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πŸ‘οΈ 154K viewsπŸ“… 4 years ago⏱️ 22:46

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Editorial Summary

The creator provides a detailed review of the Carnival Mardi Gras, organized into ten positive highlights and four negative experiences. He praises several innovations, including the Java Blue coffee bar which offers included food, the Shaq's Big Chicken restaurant, and the multi-use Center Stage venue. He also highlights the ship's large casino, the quality of the Halloween celebrations, the presence of a shaded cold pool in the Serenity area, and the significant investment in diverse entertainment options. Additionally, he notes the modern decor and the high speed of the premium internet. Conversely, the creator expresses dissatisfaction with the cramped dimensions of the balcony cabins and the layout of the buffet, specifically regarding fruit selection and dish portability. He also notes a lack of accessible AC outlets for working passengers and found the Street Eats food stalls to be inconsistent and difficult to manage. He concludes by suggesting that these experiences provide iterative learning for future Carnival ships.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.

How This Review Compares

This review's score for Mardi Gras
Solid Strip
All-time creator consensus for Mardi Gras
A Nibble

This review is in line with the all-time creator consensus.

What This Creator Said
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Creator's Key Takeaways

i've got a list of 10 things i really loved about the carnival mardi gras and four things not so much

i love the casino on the mardi gras

i super loved the entertainment on mardi gras i was super impressed

one thing i did not love on the carnival mardi gras was the size of the cabin

Creator's Tips & Advice

βœ“Try the included food at Java Blue and Shaq's Big Chicken
βœ“Visit the serenity area's cold pool for a refreshing dip
βœ“Book a good price for a great time on Mardi Gras

πŸ†•New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Cabin space β€” Make do as you won't be in the cabin much, but be aware it's tight
Buffet experience β€” Try other food options like Java Blue or Shaq's Big Chicken instead

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat are the best and worst aspects of Carnival Mardi Gras?
QIs Carnival Mardi Gras worth sailing on?
QWhat new features does Carnival Mardi Gras offer?

Topics Covered

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