(Note: Norwegian Cruise Line’s Pride of America, a U.S.-flagged ship that sails Hawaii, is one of the few ships from a mass market cruise line without a casino.) Mass market lines like Carnival, Royal Caribbean, Norwegian, and the like always have casinos on the ship. If you’re wondering if there will be a casino on your ship, you can rest assured there will be. If you’ve never placed a bet on a ship, the tips and details below will make you a pro in no time and teach you everything you need to know before you try your luck.

That said, there are still a number of things you should know before gambling on a cruise. If you’re someone who loves gaming, then you’ll feel right at home. In many ways the casinos on a cruise are very similar to what you’ll find on land - just on a smaller scale. If you want to play, then we have everything you should know.

Just about any cruise ship you sail will have a casino.

In fact, in the late evening it can be the busiest spot on the entire ship. When it comes to cruising, gambling in the ship’s casino is one of the most popular activities.