Seas trials have begun for Carnival Cruise Lines newest and largest ship to date, Mardi Gras.
Eagle eyed ship spotters were out early to see the majestic vessel sail off on Sea Trials lasting 10 days.
Whilst out at sea the ships systems will be tested, most notably the LNG capabilities, owing to the fact the ship will be the first US based LNG cruise ship.
Sailing off from the Meyer Turku shipyard, the ship departure was heard by on watchers due to the first test of the ships systems. The ships fog horn, due to light fog in the area.
Sea trial and testing can last anywhere from 1 to 4 weeks, which is very normal, especially considering the complexity of cruise ships construction these days.
If you haven’t already seen some of the up coming features of the Mardi Gras check out a recent article detailing the construction of the ships atrium.
Along with some of Carnival’s traditional offerings, Mardi Gras will be stepping up in leaps and bounds the food and beverage offerings:
Street Eats – This open-air eatery will bring the ready-to-eat nature of street food to the seas with three themed kiosks offering fried, steamed and plancha (skillet) delicacies. Representing a variety of global cuisines and located next to Seafood Shack, the quick, grab-and-go venue will offer a daily rotating menu.
RedFrog Tiki Bar – Designed to transport guests to a South Pacific paradise, the new two-level RedFrog Tiki Bar is a twist on Carnival’s popular poolside bar with playful, rum-based cocktails in an island-inspired atmosphere decked out with tiki heads, floral patterns and vibrant colors. Steps away from Guy’s Burger Joint, guests can wash down hand-crafted burgers with refreshing cocktails.
The Watering Hole – Situated within The Patio at Summer Landing, The Watering Hole is modeled after a fun backyard gathering spot and is the perfect space for guests to unwind, grab a cocktail and enjoy sweeping sea views. The bar will boast a wide beer selection including Carnival’s own canned and draft brews, as well as refreshing summer-inspired sips like the Watermelon Cooler and Tequila Sunset.
Alongside the vast food and beverage offerings, workers also continue finalizing the installation of BOLT, the first roller coaster at sea, as well as 2,600 staterooms, including 180 suites across 11 different categories.
Mardi Gras’ six themed zones are also taking shape, including restaurants from Emeril Lagasse, Guy Fieri, Rudi Sodamin and Shaquille O’Neal.
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The first ship in North America powered by Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG), Mardi Gras is scheduled to enter service Feb. 6, 2021, from Port Canaveral, Fla., operating week-long itineraries from the Space Coast.
