{"id":83013,"date":"2025-11-25T16:25:31","date_gmt":"2025-11-26T00:25:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/?p=83013"},"modified":"2025-11-25T16:25:31","modified_gmt":"2025-11-26T00:25:31","slug":"feeling-lucky-the-casinos-best-games-at-sea","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/activities\/feeling-lucky-the-casinos-best-games-at-sea\/","title":{"rendered":"Feeling Lucky? The Casino\u2019s Best Games at Sea"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-1 fusion-flex-container has-pattern-background has-mask-background nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:1248px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-0 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-1\"><p>Listen to the clink of chips as you go all in, the spin of the roulette wheel, and the exciting sounds of hitting a jackpot\u2014there\u2019s nothing quite like the thrill of walking into a casino. Now all of that exhilaration\u2014while sailing the open sea. Holland America offers a premium casino cruise experience on every ship in its fleet, giving guests the excitement of gaming surrounded by beautiful ocean views and amazing destinations.<\/p>\n<p>Whether you&#8217;re a seasoned card aficionado or a curious first timer, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/en\/us\/onboard-experiences\/activities\/casino-action?xid=EXTHBG20250917OVE0URNOG0\">The Casino<\/a> on board offers entertainment, variety, and the potential for big wins.<\/p>\n<p>Here\u2019s what to know before you hit the slots or pull up a seat at the blackjack table:<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-1 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-two\"><h2 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left\" style=\"margin:0;\">Roll the Dice on Adventure<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-2\"><p>Step into The Casino, a dynamic venue offering a variety of games enjoyable for all skill levels. From penny slots to blackjack, there\u2019s a game for everyone. Every Holland America ship features a fully staffed casino.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-2 fusion-flex-container has-pattern-background has-mask-background internalBanner nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-padding-top:30px;--awb-padding-right:30px;--awb-padding-bottom:30px;--awb-padding-left:30px;--awb-background-color:#dce3eb;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:1248px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-1 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\" data-scroll-devices=\"small-visibility,medium-visibility,large-visibility\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-3 fusion-text-no-margin\" style=\"--awb-text-color:var(--awb-color6);--awb-margin-top:0px;--awb-margin-right:0px;--awb-margin-bottom:0px;--awb-margin-left:0px;\"><p><em>Try your luck at The Casino on board all ships. Learn more about our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/en\/us\/onboard-experiences\/activities\/casino-action?xid=EXTHBG202510277VUW7YJVFC\">cruise ship Casinos<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-3 fusion-flex-container has-pattern-background has-mask-background nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:1248px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-2 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-2 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-two\"><h2 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left\" style=\"margin:0;\">The Deck Is Stacked With Options<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-4\"><p>The Casino offers a wide array of classic games and modern favorites:<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-3 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-three\" style=\"--awb-margin-bottom:0px;\"><h3 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left\" style=\"margin:0;\">Slot Machines<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-5\" style=\"--awb-margin-top:0px;\"><ul>\n<li><b>A range of options to cater to everyone, from the novice to the professional!<\/b><\/li>\n<li><b>Types:<\/b> Video Slots, Reel Slots, and Video Poker<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-4 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-three\" style=\"--awb-margin-bottom:0px;\"><h3 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left\" style=\"margin:0;\">Table Games<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-6\" style=\"--awb-margin-top:0px;\"><ul>\n<li>Blackjack \u2013 with Progressive Jackpot Side Bets, offering a chance to win life-changing money<\/li>\n<li>Craps<\/li>\n<li>Heads Up Hold &#8216;Em<\/li>\n<li>Three Card Prime<\/li>\n<li>Roulette<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-5 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-two\"><h2 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left\" style=\"margin:0;\">New to Casino Gaming?<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-7\"><p>While we no longer offer scheduled learn-to-play sessions, our Casino team members are happy to teach a new player any game that&#8217;s available at an empty table.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-6 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-two\"><h2 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left\" style=\"margin:0;\">Don\u2019t Miss \u201cWin a Cruise Bingo\u201d<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-8\" style=\"--awb-margin-top:0px;\"><p><strong>Win a Cruise Bingo<\/strong> is a fan favorite. This onboard activity gives you the chance to win cruise credit toward your next Holland America cruise and includes other thrilling jackpot prizes. This game is fast-paced, fun, and full of surprises.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-7 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-two\"><h2 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left\" style=\"margin:0;\">Big Win on the High Seas<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-9\"><p>Yes, guests can really win big! In 2025, a guest aboard the <em>Oosterdam<\/em> hit the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/activities\/record-breaking-win-at-sea-134860-jackpot-hits-aboard-oosterdam\/?xid=EXTHBG202509179PQ8I6QO7A\">largest slot jackpot<\/a> in Holland America history\u2014$134,860 on a Dollar Storm slot machine during a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/en\/us\/cruise-destinations\/mediterranean-europe-cruises?xid=EXTHBG20250917YS4D7QPSGR\">Mediterranean cruise<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-8 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-two\"><h2 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left\" style=\"margin:0;\">Know Before You Go<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-9 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-three\" style=\"--awb-margin-bottom:0px;\"><h3 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left\" style=\"margin:0;\">Casino Hours<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-10\"><p>The Casino operates only while the ship is in international waters. Slot machines remain open all night and close 30 minutes prior to the ship&#8217;s arrival in port. Table games and other gaming activities are unavailable while docked. For the most up-to-date hours and availability, please refer to your daily program.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-10 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-three\" style=\"--awb-margin-bottom:0px;\"><h3 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left\" style=\"margin:0;\">Age Restrictions<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-11\"><p>Guests must be <strong>18 years or older<\/strong> to play in the casino. Bring your ID in case you\u2019re asked for verification.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-11 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-three\"><h3 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left\" style=\"margin:0;\">The More You Play, the More You Get<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-12\"><p>The more you play in our casinos, the more rewards you can enjoy \u2014 including complimentary drinks, Free Play, and exclusive onboard offers. Frequent players may even receive invites to special casino events, big cruise discounts, or complimentary staterooms on future sailings. To join, simply place your card in the slot machine while playing or hand it over to the dealer at a table game.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-12 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-three\" style=\"--awb-margin-bottom:0px;\"><h3 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left\" style=\"margin:0;\">Join Holland America Players Club<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-13\"><p>Unlock more perks as you play. Join the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/en\/us\/onboard-experiences\/activities\/casino-action?xid=EXTHBG20251027Z7UNT21URM#players-club\">Holland America Players Club<\/a>, a casino rewards program. You\u2019ll earn points as you play and receive exclusive offers, including free or reduced-fare cruises, special-event invitations, and onboard perks.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-14\"><h3 style=\"text-align: center;\">Access Exclusive Deals &amp; More<\/h3>\n<\/div><div style=\"text-align:center;\"><a class=\"fusion-button button-flat fusion-button-default-size button-default fusion-button-default button-1 fusion-button-default-span fusion-button-default-type\" target=\"_self\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/en\/us\/sign-up?xid=EXTHBG20250917S9IZNA9SIF \"><span class=\"fusion-button-text\">Sign Up for Special Offers<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":1992,"featured_media":83023,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[36,39],"tags":[4482,4301,4481,4455,4484,4483],"class_list":["post-83013","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-activities","category-life-on-board","tag-blackjack-at-sea","tag-casino-gaming","tag-cruise-casino","tag-cruise-entertainment","tag-gambling-at-sea","tag-slot-machines"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/83013","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1992"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=83013"}],"version-history":[{"count":20,"href":"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/83013\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":83313,"href":"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/83013\/revisions\/83313"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/83023"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=83013"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=83013"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=83013"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}