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Poker on the high-seas or showdown in paradise - Take a poker cruise

As the popularity of poker continues to grow, so does the quest for new and more exciting places to play the famed game. Texas Hold'em tournaments especially draw large interest. Cruiseships have become a part of nearly every other industry, so why not poker? And as we shall see there are plenty of tournaments on cruise ships. If not you certainly will be able to find a game in the ship's casino.

A few popular cruise venues for poker players

Classic Poker Cruises - Offering poker tournaments on ships - They have a fully staffed poker room on the ships which features, Omaha, 7 Card Stud and Texas Hold'em. You can win a $10,000 seat in the World Poker Championship or a future poker cruise. Definetly fun for the entire family if some don't gamble, plenty of regular cruise excursions, etc. to take part in.

World Poker Showdown - Slightly more serious poker, but still a very fun relaxed even for the non-gambler. $2,500 - World Poker Showdown cruises have had people like Chris Moneymaker and Greg Raymer. Tournaments can range from $100 buy-ins to $2,500 (the championship event for the cruise)

Ladbrokes - Ladbrokes also puts on a poker cruise. Poker Cruise III in fact will set sail on January the 25th, 2008. It sails from New York to Puerto Rico to St. Thomas to the Dominican Republic and Labadee, an exclusive private beach. As for poker on the ship, there is a $2,500 main tournament and a ladies $10,000 freeroll tourney! -- There will be lots of other cash games and STT’s to take part in.

Poker Cruises in the news....

Wimbledon Epic Set by Set: Nadal d Federer to Begin New Era - Tennis-X.com
July 6th, 2008

Nadal cruises to 40-0 and holds at love, 4-3 on serve. Commercial with the guy with the giant umbrella, good stuff. TV shot of Henman Hill outside the ...

Fireworks, entertainment planned for July 4 (Midland Daily News)
July 4th, 2008

The Fourth of July is nearly here and many area groups have set their fireworks and other festivities.

North Texas Events, July 4 (Wichita Falls Times Record News)
July 4th, 2008

FREEDOM FEST From 3 p.m. to about 11 p.m. today, Sheppard Air Force Base. Performance by the Air Force Tops in Blue, Broadway-style entertainment group. Ends with fireworks display. Enter through the hospital gate. Free admission. Open to the public.

Thrifty travelers look for cruises closer to home (Houston Chronicle)
July 2nd, 2008

The Caribbean is rebounding and the Mediterranean is losing out as budget-conscious travelers choose ports closer to home. And some budget-minded cruise lines are skipping far-away Aruba.

Treasure the Caribbean (Fort Wayne Journal Gazette)
June 29th, 2008

NEW YORK – The Caribbean remains a top destination among cruisers, and more are bringing their children along for the journey, according to a new survey by the Cruise Lines International Association.

Cruising sees a boost (The Sarasota Herald-Tribune)
June 29th, 2008

As fuel prices rise and travelers curb their vacation spending, the Caribbean is rebounding and children are coming along

Homegrown vacations: A guide to 50 great attractions in northwest Ohio and southeast Michigan (The Toledo Blade)
June 29th, 2008

This may have been one of the toughest summers yet to plan a vacation and we...

Local Happenings - Louisville Courier-Journal
June 27th, 2008

Louisville Courier-Journal, KY - Jun 27, 2008Belle of Louisville Cruises. 401 W. River Road. Sightseeing only: $16, $15 seniors, $8 ages 3-12, free for ages 2 and younger. Lunch Cruise: $27 ...

For retired Statlers, 'calendars on the wall don't bother them at all' (The Staunton News Leader)
June 27th, 2008

Jimmy Fortune had never felt so alone in his life. For 21 years his clear, tenor voice had made up one-fourth of the world's greatest country music act. For 21 years the stage had been a comfortable and reliable old friend. For 21 years the music had poured from the throats and hearts of four men, not just one. But now it was Jimmy Fortune, standing alone on a stage in Ohio, less than a year ...

Caribbean remains top cruise destination - International Herald Tribune
June 25th, 2008

International Herald Tribune, France - Jun 25, 2008... research firm that conducted the survey, cruise lines are attracting more diverse cruisers with themes, ranging from hobbies, such as bingo and poker, ...

'Experiences of Discovery' to Enrich Crystal's 2009 Cruises - Earthtimes (press release)
June 25th, 2008

Earthtimes (press release), UK - Jun 25, 2008... Crystal's fall cruise to Greece brings on gaming pros to lead gambling classes and tournaments in slots, poker and specially-procured table games. ...

SeaEscape Just $10 This Summer! (Centre Daily Times)
June 25th, 2008

SeaEscape, South Florida's premier place to dine, party, and gamble at sea, has just introduced its "Sizzling Summer Super-Saver Sail," and it is just too hot to be missed. From July 7th through August 29th, passengers get to sail for the incredible price of only $10 per person, including all taxes and security fees, on day and evening cruises, Monday through Friday. For an additional fee, ...

Rubenstein holds her own at poker tournament (Southampton Press)
June 23rd, 2008

Being a champion table tennis player in her 20s and 30s prepared East Hampton resident Lona Rubenstein, now 74, for success as a tournament poker player.

Century Casino & Hotel Edmonton, Canada, Announces First Annual ... - FOXBusiness
June 9th, 2008

FOXBusiness - Jun 9, 2008The Company also operates casinos aboard the Silver Cloud, The World of ResidenSea, and the vessels of Oceania Cruises. Through its subsidiary Century ...

Cruise ships can run casinos while in Bermuda ports - Royal Gazette
June 9th, 2008

Royal Gazette, Bermuda - Jun 9, 2008Poker games played by hundreds of people in Bermuda's bars were suspended last year after Police raised concerns they could break gambling laws. ...

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