Gambling On Cruise Ships – The Basics.

For those who like a flutter on land and may feel the urge to try their luck in a casino whilst on a cruise here is the low down on what to expect. A casino can seem a little daunting to the uninitiated but hopefully the following information may ease those fears.

If you enjoy gambling and have a cruise booked then you will probably be aware that most cruise ships have casinos on board. These are not the extravagant casinos that you would find in Las Vegas or Monte Carlo but they will usually be tastefully decorated and have all the games that you would expect to find in a casino on land.

On most itineraries there are often sea days and the casino is one form of entertainment that a lot of people enjoy to while away the hours whilst at sea. When the cruise ship is out at sea, it is said to be in international waters. This means that it is not in the territory of any particular country and no country has the right to impose any of its laws on the ship. This means that even if gambling is restricted in a country that you have visited on your cruise, you will still be able to enjoy playing at the on board casino once you are out at sea.

The casino will usually be regulated by the gambling laws that apply in the country where the ship is registered. These regulations will apply to the way that the casino is operated and the odds it offers and should not have any impact on the passengers in terms of their enjoyment. The minimum age that you can play will be determined by the country that the ship is registered in and this is very unlikely to be anything below eighteen years.

It can be a good idea to try out some games before you visit the on board casino. You can make use of the WiFi that is likely to be available on your ship and play some games at an online casino. This should make the tables seem less daunting when you arrive and you can test out some strategies which you can then put to good use when you play for real at the on board casino!

You should also find that the dealers and casino staff are more patient at an on board casino on a cruise ship meaning the games are not so fast paced. If you are not completely familiar with a game then this can be a good environment to learn in. People that play at casinos on board cruise ships tend to be people that are just looking for some entertainment and a little ‘low-stakes’ fun rather than professional gamblers. There is also no need for the casino to worry about competition from elsewhere like in land based casinos and this also helps to keep the atmosphere more relaxed.

So there you have it, relax, enjoy and remember – ‘When The Fun Stops….Stop!’

I’d love to hear any casino stories you may have, particularly those that involve winning!

Bye for now.