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  Taking a casino cruise out of South Florida is the only option for true Las Vegas-style gambling in Florida. Gambling action begins when the ship enters international waters, just three miles out to sea. Many casino cruises out of South Florida port in the Bahamas to offer passengers a chance to explore, lay on the beach or shop. Most casino cruises offer food, drinks and other entertainment aboard the ship. Some cruises offer gaming lessons for beginners.
  
  

Fun Day Casino Cruise

• Discovery Cruise Line offers a round-trip cruise to Freeport, Grand Bahamas, which casino action in South Florida and the Bahamas. It departs from Port Everglades in Fort Lauderdale at 9:30 a.m. and returns at 10:30 p.m. The ship ports at Freeport for four hours for passengers who want to explore the city, do some shopping or try their luck at the famous Casino at Our Lucaya. The cruise includes an all-you-can-eat breakfast and dinner buffet. Alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks are also included. The onboard Las Vegas-style casino offers blackjack, craps, roulette and three-card poker as well as 127 slots with prizes of up to $10,000. The cruise costs $105 per person as of 2010.
  
  Discovery Cruise Line
  
  1775 NW 70th Ave.
  
  Miami, FL 33126
  
  800-259-1579
  
  discoverycruiseline.com
  
  

Imperial Majesty

• The Imperial Majesty offers two- and three-night casino cruises to the Bahamas that depart from Port Everglades. Each cruise ports in Nassau, Bahamas, for a day. The three-night cruise adds a day at sea for guests to enjoy more casino action. Passengers can play blackjack, roulette, Caribbean poker, stud poker or try their luck on the slots in the large Las Vegas-style casino aboard the ship. When guests need a break from gambling they can lounge by the pool or relax in their suite. The evenings offer live after-dinner shows, several lounges including a piano bar, and dancing. As of 2010, the cruise price begins at $80 per person.
  
  Imperial Majesty
  
  100 West Cypress Creek Road
  
  Fort Lauderdale, FL‎
  
  (954) 453-4625
  
  imperialmajesty.com
  
  

Royal Caribbean

• Royal Caribbean offers three-day mini vacations to the Bahamas. Passengers can gamble in the ship's Las Vegas-style casino that features roulette, blackjack, craps and numerous slot machines. Activities aboard the ship include lessons on blackjack and craps. Some cruises offer slot-tournaments. The ship ports in Nassau, Bahamas, allowing you time to stretch your legs while exploring the island. Visitors can take advantage of the duty-free shopping or soak up the sun by the beach. Guests can choose to stay on the ship to gamble or participate in onboard activities. The cost of the cruise includes a private room, meals and entertainment, such as comedians and Broadway-style shows. Depending on the type of room and time of year, fares start at $170 per person as of 2010.
  
  Royal Caribbean
  
  1050 Caribbean Way
  
  Miami, FL 33132
  
  800-256-6649
  
  royalcaribbean.com
  
  

Carnival Cruise Lines

• Enjoy a three-day cruise to the Bahamas and gamble to your heart's content in the Las Vegas-style casino. Play your favorite table games such as Texas holdem, bingo, blackjack, roulette or craps and join the poker tournaments. Try your luck on the many slot machines and take a chance on MegaCash, the world's largest cruise ship jackpot. Sign up for Carnival's Players Club, membership is free and you earn $10 for every 1,000 points accumulated. The casino is open day and night while the ship is in international waters. If you need a break, or just want to soak up some fresh air or sunshine, the ship offers a kids-free zone at the serenity adult only retreat, where you can take in the ocean view or relax in the hot tub. As of 2010, cruise costs start at $180 per person depending on the time of year and type of room selected. The price includes all meals and onboard entertainment. There is an extra charge for alcoholic beverages, but these are free while playing in the casino.
  
  Carnival Cruise Lines
  
  3655 NW 87th Ave.
  
  Miami, FL 33178
  
  888-227-6482
  
  carnival.com