Gamers can choose from a number of cruise lines that depart out of Southern Florida. On the Gulf side of the state, you can cruise on the Big M Casino line and have your choice of table games, card games or slots and, on the daily morning cruise, bingo. There is dancing, live entertainment, the beautiful view of Southern Florida, daily prizes and jackpot winners for all slots games. The sailing continues year-round with specials for repeat customers and an on-board buffet. The dress code is casual, but shirt sleeves are required for all gentlemen. Identification is checked upon boarding to insure all participants are 21 or over. As of March of 2011, buffet plus boarding is $20.55.
For the gamer who wants a bit more of a vacation than a day trip for gaming, the Imperial Cruise Line offers two-night Bahama cruises from Palm Beach. When taking an Imperial Cruise, you have the option of adding two or four nights at the 4-Star Lucaya Beach and Golf Resort in the Bahamas. Events on the Imperial include a Caribbean Idol contest for those who love karaoke with winners every cruise; winners are paid $10,000 for the best performance of the month. Girl's Night Out is the excursion cruise for those gals wanting to blow off some steam and do a bit of gaming. Golf packages are available for those interested in golfing in the Bahamas during their cruise. Several clubs on the ship cater to all sorts of tastes including an English pub and a stylish Caribbean-style dance club.
If you are looking for Las Vegas-style action with Black Jack and other diversions, cruise on the Imperial Majesty line. This cruise line has short two-night cruises at extremely affordable prices. It sails every single day to accommodate the schedules of its players and provides complete cruise packages including live entertainment, fine dining, a full spa and late night buffets. Imperial Majesty's scheduling makes it ideal for business excursions or for those just beginning to explore the benefits of cruising. Sailing from Fort Lauderdale to Nassau, you can book your Imperial Cruise with accommodations for your on-shore excursions, including limo service, snorkeling, or touring the seas in a glass-bottomed boat.
Departing from Port Everglades in Southern Florida, the Discovery Cruise Line is ideal for inexpensive getaways with overnight stays ranging from two to four days at any one of their many hotel destinations located in Freeport, Grand Bahama. Departures at 9:30 a.m. arrive at the Bahamas by early afternoon; these are available six days a week with the exception of Wednesday. Fun Day Cruises are available, along with cruise-only, no-overnight stays. As of 2011, all-day cruises start at a little under $100 per person and include drinks, buffet, games, and access to the Vegas-style on-board gambling. Special offers are available on the Discovery Cruise's website.
