Guppy99 Posted March 5, 2022 #51 Share Posted March 5, 2022 On 6/20/2021 at 9:59 AM, pooky303 said: Wow thanks so much for all your help. I am using a credit card for our account which doesn't charge for currency conversion (Halifax Clarity) so hopefully this will be ok. Didn't really want to purchase US$ if I didn't need to as unlikely to use them elsewhere in the future. I think I will just use my card. Thanks for all the advice! Generally, credit cards charge a % fee for charging cash. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WAvoyager Posted March 5, 2022 #52 Share Posted March 5, 2022 (edited) On 3/4/2022 at 12:15 AM, caribill said: postcardswansea asked about chips. Looks as if the response is about slot machines, not the gaming tables where chips are used. Works the same whether it’s slots or table games. They keep an eye out on your wagers vs. time. If you “buy in” $10,000 worth at a table, don’t bet, and then cash out later in your trip, you won’t receive any comps. Likewise, if you get a ton of chips, and proceed to bet minimum stakes, or big bets, they track your betting accordingly. In earlier times in Vegas, Tahoe, etc., slot players had an advantage as there were no on machine tracking systems, and machines were too spread out to effectively track player activity. So slot players were tracked on a cash in - cash out basis. Many people had others cash in their money for them, to keep the tracking in their favor (for comps and taxes). That’s all changed now though, and casinos are dependent on accurate tracking of player activity for any type of comps. There are systems in place now to automate tracking of table players, so put bosses don’t have to do the manual entry to track. In Vegas, you give them your card, and then they track when you bet and when you sit out. They keep score of table minimum bets, and can also log higher bet activity. I’m sure on ship, they use similar methods. Edited March 5, 2022 by WAvoyager Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
West Coast Gal Posted March 5, 2022 #53 Share Posted March 5, 2022 DH just won $9000 in jackpot bonuses on the first night on the slots . . the rest of the nights . .lost . . .lost . . .lost . . .lost - gave it all back with a little extra Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare c-boy Posted March 5, 2022 #54 Share Posted March 5, 2022 32 minutes ago, West Coast Gal said: DH just won $9000 in jackpot bonuses on the first night on the slots . . the rest of the nights . .lost . . .lost . . .lost . . .lost - gave it all back with a little extra 1 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
caribill Posted March 6, 2022 #55 Share Posted March 6, 2022 7 hours ago, WAvoyager said: I’m sure on ship, they use similar methods. I would sure like to know how they do this. If I put a chip down for roulette or craps, how do they automatically keep track that I placed a minimum bet or used a hire value chip? Or if playing 21 or poker at a table, how could they possibly track how I am betting? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lucky TGO Posted March 6, 2022 #56 Share Posted March 6, 2022 Boy is this an easy answer. You go to the Casino lose your money and go home. 😳😁 The Captain of The Rowboat, Tony 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brisalta Posted March 6, 2022 #57 Share Posted March 6, 2022 1 hour ago, Lucky TGO said: Boy is this an easy answer. You go to the Casino lose your money and go home. 😳😁 The Captain of The Rowboat, Tony A very wise statement. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WAvoyager Posted March 6, 2022 #58 Share Posted March 6, 2022 (edited) 3 hours ago, caribill said: I would sure like to know how they do this. If I put a chip down for roulette or craps, how do they automatically keep track that I placed a minimum bet or used a hire value chip? Or if playing 21 or poker at a table, how could they possibly track how I am betting? Cameras and pit bosses? And in Vegas, they have automation which uses your player card, cameras, and RFID devices in the chips you use (“Color In!”). That’s why they always want players to buy in a color. And believe me, they know exactly how much you bet each spin once you get a color. And for non- color chips, you have to bet the minimum, so they know the lower boundary. If you bet higher, consistently, it’s noted and tracked. If not consistently, they probably err on the lower end. there are lots of articles and books out there. Here’s a clif notes recap from a LV insider: https://www.lasvegasadvisor.com/question/tracking-table-game-play/ Edited March 6, 2022 by WAvoyager 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
john watson Posted March 6, 2022 #59 Share Posted March 6, 2022 I think the slots are a waste of time on board, this type of machine is available almost everywhere and therefore not that special. I find the table games; Blackjack and Craps are worth around $50 investment on two nights of a cruise. The operators seem to be a lot more helpful on how to play and what your options are. Last cruise November 21, the craps crew were very helpful on what the bets were if we wanted to do well and I gave up when my profits were $179 but we had a couple of hours entertainment. If I were $100 down, it is cheaper than an excursion on the bus and more exciting. It is not a way to make money, more a way of meeting a crowd of friendly people having a good time. Regards John 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guppy99 Posted March 6, 2022 #60 Share Posted March 6, 2022 1 hour ago, john watson said: I think the slots are a waste of time on board, this type of machine is available almost everywhere and therefore not that special. I find the table games; Blackjack and Craps are worth around $50 investment on two nights of a cruise. The operators seem to be a lot more helpful on how to play and what your options are. Last cruise November 21, the craps crew were very helpful on what the bets were if we wanted to do well and I gave up when my profits were $179 but we had a couple of hours entertainment. If I were $100 down, it is cheaper than an excursion on the bus and more exciting. It is not a way to make money, more a way of meeting a crowd of friendly people having a good time. Regards John That's exactly my view on gambling. If i can get a few hours of enjoyment out of $100, it's money well spent. The cost of dinner out costs at least that. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MsSoCalCruiser Posted March 6, 2022 #61 Share Posted March 6, 2022 On 3/5/2022 at 11:52 AM, West Coast Gal said: DH just won $9000 in jackpot bonuses on the first night on the slots . . the rest of the nights . .lost . . .lost . . .lost . . .lost - gave it all back with a little extra He gave back $9,000? Oh, my! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skynight Posted March 7, 2022 #62 Share Posted March 7, 2022 19 hours ago, john watson said: I think the slots are a waste of time on board, this type of machine is available almost everywhere and therefore not that special. I find the table games; Blackjack and Craps are worth around $50 investment on two nights of a cruise. The operators seem to be a lot more helpful on how to play and what your options are. Last cruise November 21, the craps crew were very helpful on what the bets were if we wanted to do well and I gave up when my profits were $179 but we had a couple of hours entertainment. If I were $100 down, it is cheaper than an excursion on the bus and more exciting. It is not a way to make money, more a way of meeting a crowd of friendly people having a good time. Regards John Agree. Craps is the way I go. Buy $100 chips. Lose all in 15 minutes, win in 15 minutes, or play for an hour winning and losing along the way. Always expect to lose. Know when to stop playing. And throw some chips to the dealers if you walk away a winner. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
john watson Posted March 7, 2022 #63 Share Posted March 7, 2022 3 hours ago, skynight said: Agree. Craps is the way I go. Buy $100 chips. Lose all in 15 minutes, win in 15 minutes, or play for an hour winning and losing along the way. Always expect to lose. Know when to stop playing. And throw some chips to the dealers if you walk away a winner. The great thing about not being addicted to gambling is only gambling on cruises. This limits you to one or two chances to play a year. Gambling on the internet etc. is not good you are alone and can access 24/7 all year round. Local casinos where you live are worth avoiding as you might start going more regularly. If I had a big win, on board like a session that amassed $9,000 I would leave gambling completely that cruise and think about booking a future cruise. Regards John 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
USCcruisecrazy Posted March 7, 2022 #64 Share Posted March 7, 2022 On 2/25/2022 at 7:30 PM, jwattle said: Not always...some people have the Midas touch...makes for a beautiful cruise🥰 That's a very true statement...Yes, the Casino always wins, but not everyone loses!! Both can be true at the same time! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
USCcruisecrazy Posted March 7, 2022 #65 Share Posted March 7, 2022 4 hours ago, skynight said: Agree. Craps is the way I go. Buy $100 chips. Lose all in 15 minutes, win in 15 minutes, or play for an hour winning and losing along the way. Always expect to lose. Know when to stop playing. And throw some chips to the dealers if you walk away a winner. Many decades ago my father told me "only gamble with money you are willing and able to lose". I've always lived by that. Don't gamble if I can't afford it and when I do, don't expect to bring any back to the cabin with me. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guppy99 Posted March 7, 2022 #66 Share Posted March 7, 2022 Until recently my mother lived near a newish casino on Long Island. She went every Wed. Once I went with her. Lost quite a bit. But...we didn't want to go home with anything (lol) so we each played pour last 50 cents in one of those lock-link machines. On that last play, my mom would $14,800. It took me at least 5 minutes to convince her that she had won that much. They cam over and paid her is cash (minus 1/3 for witholding). They did offer us an escort to the car. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare HBCcruiser Posted March 7, 2022 #67 Share Posted March 7, 2022 On 6/21/2021 at 8:29 AM, c-boy said: The return for my time and financial investment has better odds 😄 Agreed. Especially with Craps. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
West Coast Gal Posted March 8, 2022 #68 Share Posted March 8, 2022 On 3/6/2022 at 12:52 PM, MsSoCalCruiser said: He gave back $9,000? Oh, my! I know RIGHT! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Roberto256 Posted March 8, 2022 #69 Share Posted March 8, 2022 On 3/5/2022 at 7:52 PM, caribill said: Or if playing 21 or poker at a table, how could they possibly track how I am betting? On land, there is usually a floor person walking around in the pit, make notes in a pocket notebook. They are checking the rack and ordering fills. Watching the dealer, and watching for cheats... And, they notice how much the players are betting. If you ask for a comp, they may grant it, or say your're not betting enough ... so they at least have an idea of your play. Ocean Players Club? Who knows. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RRat Posted October 25, 2022 #70 Share Posted October 25, 2022 Are there coin pushing machines in the casino? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
caribill Posted October 25, 2022 #71 Share Posted October 25, 2022 1 hour ago, RRat said: Are there coin pushing machines in the casino? Yes Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RRat Posted November 5, 2022 #72 Share Posted November 5, 2022 Awesome. That is why I save up my quarters. Some ships have moved to tokens. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
john watson Posted November 5, 2022 #73 Share Posted November 5, 2022 On 10/25/2022 at 5:45 AM, RRat said: Are there coin pushing machines in the casino? They turn them off in high seas. Regards John 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eclue Posted November 5, 2022 #74 Share Posted November 5, 2022 I won $10,000 in a slot machine on my last night - took it all home! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare c-boy Posted November 5, 2022 #75 Share Posted November 5, 2022 8 minutes ago, eclue said: I won $10,000 in a slot machine on my last night - took it all home! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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