14 Cruise Casino Tips, Secrets & Things to Know
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The creator provides a comprehensive guide to navigating cruise ship casinos, covering everything from beverage policies to specific gaming strategies. He notes that unlike land-based casinos, drink service is typically not complimentary for players unless a drink package is used. The video highlights the strategic placement of casinos in high-traffic areas and warns against skill-based games like cash cranes, which are often programmed to limit wins. A significant portion of the content is dedicated to a specific strategy for coin pusher machines, suggesting players look for full machines with bills located on the outer edges and avoid those with coin recycling slots. Beyond the casino, the creator discusses alternative wagering opportunities like bingo and Wheel of Fortune, while also noting that casinos generally close when a ship is in port. Practical advice is offered regarding using the casino as a source for small bills, watching sports via the casino bar, and collecting unique souvenirs like casino chips or used decks of cards. Finally, he explains how to avoid expensive ATM fees by charging gambling funds directly to a stateroom account.
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Hi, I'm Tanner from cruisely.com, and I have all that and a ton more tips and advice as I dive into everything that you want to know about the casino on your cruise ship.
These coin pusher machines almost always have folded up cash stacked on top of the coins as a little sweetener to make it even more fun to play.
I played with this strategy for about four or five hours over the course of the trip, and I came out about 30 or $40 ahead.
Cruise lines, they have been on a trend of spreading wagering to events outside of the casino.
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