If you normally don't play in the casino, then don't play now. Remember, nothing is free. I don't play on land and I just started to play on the ship last October because I love to cruise. My wife is worried about me getting dementia because it runs in my family, so she told me to play, so I can think and chat more with other players, even though she hates the casino. So far, it's been very enjoyable with the discounted and/or free cruises, and free play.