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Hit the JACKPOT with these Day Trips: Casino Cruises

Set Sail Las Vegas Style on these Casino Cruises

By Dawn Henthorn, About.com

If you are a casino enthusiast, you don't have to go all the way to Vegas. Set sail from a Florida port, and discover a casino cruise where you can play your favorite games while you sail the seas. Discover what Floridians already know... float away for a day, leave your cares behind, and come back refreshed – you might even come back with a little more cash. Now that's a winning combination!

There are many choices when considering a casino cruise. Ports are located throughout Florida, so no matter where you live or are visiting, there is one close-by, and many times, free transportation is provided.

Sterling Casino Lines

Unfortunately, Sterling Casino Lines cruises has suspended operations at Port Canaveral. They are looking into sailing from a different Florida port.

SunCruz Casino

The time of your life is never more than an hour away when you are in Florida! SunCruz has more ships in more ports of call than anyone in Florida. These ships are equipped with rows and rows of game tables plus hundreds of slots.

Their top-of-the-line gaming tables feature Blackjack, Roulette, Craps, Mini-Baccarat, Caribbean Stud Poker, and more. Every SunCruz ship offers a fully-stocked bar, quick snacks, full buffets, live entertainment and open air on-deck seating. We're talking great fun for free – or nearly free!

SunCruz Casino sails once or twice daily, every day, from ports including Key Largo, Jacksonville and Port Canaveral (SunCruz no longer sails from Madeira Beach). Each port has a different charge ranging from free to a $5.00 boarding fee, and some ports charge $5.00 to $7.00 for the meal, while others offer a complimentary meal. Complimentary shuttle buses are available.

Casino Princesa

The elegant surroundings of Miami's Bayside Marketplace carry onto the mega yacht turned premier ship. With approximately 10,000 square feet of gaming, Casino Princesa offers over two hundred slot machines, and 32 tables to create an extraordinary gaming experience. Choose from Blackjack, Roulette, Craps, Poker, Baccarat or slots. Guests will enjoy the opulent surroundings, fine food, and entertainment.

Casino Princesa sails twice daily from Bayfront Park, adjacent to Bayside Marketplace, in Miami at 12:30 a.m. and 7:30 p.m.. The cost for the cruise is just $5.95. Valet parking is available. Garage or off-street parking charges are nominal. Call 305-379-4422 for more information.

SeaEscape

Unfortunately, SeaEscape is no longer sailing from Port Everglades. They have ceased operations.

Palm Beach Princess Casino

One of Florida's most luxurious cruise ships boasts a 15,000 square feet casino featuring Blackjack, Poker, Roulette, Craps and plenty of slot machines. Live entertainment, cabaret shows, a dance club, and sports bar fill the seven decks with continuous fun.

Palm Beach Princess Casino sails from the new port of Palm Beach offering cruises twice a day — 10:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m.. The cost is either $30 or $40, depending on the day and time of the cruise. Reservations are not required unless you wish to take advantage of their complimentary bus. Guests must be 21.

Treasure Island Casino

The Treasure Island Casino Cruise has suspended operations at John's Pass until further notice.

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