Inside Virgin Voyages Cruise Ship Casinos (Real Photos)

Virgin Voyages have vowed to do cruising ‘differently’, and as a result, many have questioned whether cruise ships by Virgin Voyages will have casinos onboard.

There was little mention of casinos in their initial advertising campaign.

I recently took a cruise onboard Scarlet Lady, so I have firsthand experience of the Casino onboard.

Do Virgin Voyages Cruise Ships Have Casinos?

All cruise ships from Virgin Voyages have casinos onboard.

The casinos are relatively small compared to some other cruise lines, but they contain a variety of slot machines and gaming tables. 

What Is In The Casino on Scarlet Lady?

The casino includes a selection of slot machines and table games.

Casinos may include: 

• Slot Machines
• Gaming Tables
• Craps Table
• Roulette
• Texas Hold’em
• Blackjack
• Three card poker
• Baccarat

How Big Is Scarlet Lady’s Casino?

The casino on Scarlet Lady is located on deck 6, next to the nightclub.

It is around 1/3 of the length of the deck and is only on one side of the ship. Compared to other cruise lines like Norwegian, this nightclub is relatively small.

That said, the casino is much bigger than you would find on many British cruise lines, which traditionally have smaller casinos – or don’t have them at all.

Can You Smoke in The Casino on Virgin Voyages Cruises?

Guests cannot smoke in the casino on Virgin Voyages cruises.

Smoking areas are provided around the vessel.  A Guest found smoking anything, to include “vapes,” in their room (including balcony) or other non-designated areas onboard, agree to a $1,000 fee to be added to their onboard account, and may be disembarked from the voyage, which may be at a port of call.  

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If that does happen you are responsible for all costs which might happen when you are getting home. If you’re under 21 an adult would have to be disembarked with you too which could get seriously expensive.

How do You Play Games in Scarlet Lady’s Casino?

Virgin Voyages have got rid of the traditional cruise cards and have instead replaced them by wearable tech.

This wearable tech, called ‘the band,’ is worn as a bracelet. It is used when embarking/disembarking the ship, for onboard expenses, opening your cabin tour, and playing slot machines in the casino.

Your casino play is tracked through your wearable, even at the tables! So if your bet increases, it is tracked! No more fumbling for your room card when you sit down at a table!

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The wearable tech is made with recycled plastic and will be delivered to guests before the cruise.

Casino Gaming Lessons

Virgin offers free gaming lessons, so if you haven’t ever used a games table before, now is your chance!

This obviously makes good sense for Virgin. They are trying to appeal to a younger passenger demographic, many of who may not have ever set foot in a casino.

Cruise lines make big profits through their casinos, so it seems like a sensible move on their part.

If you’re scratching your head about what those words even mean, don’t worry. We have seasoned gaming pros on hand to show you the ropes. That’s the beauty of our cruise casino vs. a typical Vegas casino — we want to give you the best chance to win. That’s why, on embarkation day, we offer complimentary gaming lessons on the casino floor. You’ll learn the ins and outs of games like craps, poker, blackjack, and the best ways of tilting the odds in your favor.

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Live Games, Tournaments And Events

Virgin has the first ever “Poker Room At Sea” for people who enjoy gambling when on their cruise. Find out more here:

So you’re not a complete newbie and you’re actually looking to make some big bucks on board. Good news for you, because we’ve partnered with World Poker Tour, meaning Sailors on Scarlet Lady get exclusive access to cash games and tournaments. It’s the first-ever poker room at sea, featuring eight professionally-staffed poker tables hosting live games, tournaments, and other special events. You don’t have to be Phil Ivy to participate, but if you’re a seasoned gambler looking for a challenge beyond your standard floor casino games, this is the place for you.

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How Old do You Have to be to Gamble In The Casino?

Find out more about age limits for casinos in the post below:

Can You Gamble on a Cruise at 18? Cruise Line Gambling Guide

A friend of mine, Pete, put together the following video onboard Scarlet Lady. This provides a good insight into the space at he casino:

URComped – Comped Cruises with Virgin Voyages

If you are a frequent cruise ship casino go-er who is often comped cruises, Virgin Voyages is part of a company called URComped.

This perk will be offered comped cruises to people who have been offered comped cruises by other cruise lines.

This means that if you are offered a comped cruise by Norwegian Cruise Line or Royal Caribbean, Virgin Voyages will consider that, and may offer you a comped cruise.

Of course, Virgin Voyages will decide how much you’re ‘worth’ based on the other offers you receive.

It’s free to join, so if you have ever had a comped offer, it’s probably worth signing up:

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Jackpot Digital Casino

Jackpot Digital, a manufacturer of electronic games and mobile gaming, signed an agreement with Virgin Voyages.

This is another major milestone for our Company. Jackpot BlitzTM has successfully launched in nearly 40 cruise ship casinos to date, and we are excited to further demonstrate how effectively our product can automate poker operations onboard to reduce costs and increase revenues. We are very excited to grow our share of the cruise ship casino poker market through this agreement with Virgin Voyages

Jackpot Digital

Before You Go

I found when I sailed on Scarlett Lady, she wasn’t what I expected at all. To find out what the cruise was like, and if I’d recommend it, check out this post:

Virgin Voyages Scarlet Lady – Cruise Review – (Photos of Ship, Food, Cabins, and More)

Find out about the cruiser who found a live bat in their balcony cabin onboard Resilient Lady here:

This Shocked Cruiser Found a Live BAT in His Cabin