Carnival Cruise Line has added short itineraries to its programming for Excel-class ships in 2027-28. The Mardi Gras will be the first Excel ship to offer shorter cruises from Port Canaveral.

The Carnival Celebration, homeporting year-round from Miami, will continue its seven-day Eastern and Western Caribbean offerings for 2027-28.

Most of the new sailings offer a visit to Celebration Key, Carnival’s newest exclusive destination, the company said in a press release.

“With a new Excel class ship on its way to Port Canaveral in 2027, we’re excited to offer more ways to experience these fabulous ships our guests love, with new shorter itineraries on Mardi Gras for the first time,” said Christine Duffy, president of Carnival Cruise Line.

“Mardi Gras introduced a number of new entertainment

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