Casino Minimum Age

[Broons77]

Good Morning Everyone.  Figured this question had been asked in the past but couldn't find it.  My search skills are limited at best however...

 

On a 7 day Bermuda cruise this summer and my stepdaughter and her friends will be 18 by then.  Are they allowed to play in the casino once at sea or when docked in Bermuda? 

[marazad16]

Yes, 18 and older.

[Broons77]

Thanks a bunch!

[esm54687]

NCL has a great website with FAQ (worth spending some time there for other info too) 

 

https://www.ncl.com/no/en/cruise-faq/what-about-gambling

[Broons77]

 

 

I looked at the FAQ's, I even did an FAQ search for simply 'casino' and got nada.  Story of my life...

 

I appreciate the link, always better to see it in writing from the company.

Edited January 12, 2020 by Broons77

[ColeThornton]

17 minutes ago, esm54687 said:

NCL has a great website with FAQ (worth spending some time there for other info too) 

 

https://www.ncl.com/no/en/cruise-faq/what-about-gambling

 

 

Looks like your link goes to the British NCL site.   The U.S. site is :    https://www.ncl.com/faq

 

I don't see it mentioning gambling ages.

[Broons77]

I feel partially vindicated, thanks @ColeThornton!

 

I would imagine that 18+ would apply here.  What better way to pump in some extra cash from the cow that is the casino by allowing the young uns in lol.

 

I'm truly looking forward to the girls finding out how quickly it disappears down the gullet of a slot....

[BirdTravels]

2 hours ago, Broons77 said:

Good Morning Everyone.  Figured this question had been asked in the past but couldn't find it.  My search skills are limited at best however...

 

On a 7 day Bermuda cruise this summer and my stepdaughter and her friends will be 18 by then.  Are they allowed to play in the casino once at sea or when docked in Bermuda? 

You will also have to ensure that you can sign the alcohol waiver to allow her to drink beer and wine on the ship. 

 

What is the minimum age for purchase and/or consumption of alcoholic beverages?

Passengers must be 21 years of age or older to purchase or consume alcohol.

With the exception of Alaska and Hawaii itineraries, Norwegian permits young adults to purchase and personally consume wine and beer only while onboard and with the consent of an accompanying parent. Authorization will be given only when the accompanying parent completes the Young Adult Alcoholic Beverage Waiver form. This form can be obtained and completed at the Guest Services Desk upon embarkation of the vessel. However, passengers 18 years of age or older are permitted to consume beer and wine when sailing on round-trip European and Australian voyages without having to complete the Young Adult Alcoholic Beverage Waiver form.

 

[CruiserDan53]

3 hours ago, BirdTravels said:

You will also have to ensure that you can sign the alcohol waiver to allow her to drink beer and wine on the ship. 

 

What is the minimum age for purchase and/or consumption of alcoholic beverages?

Passengers must be 21 years of age or older to purchase or consume alcohol.

With the exception of Alaska and Hawaii itineraries, Norwegian permits young adults to purchase and personally consume wine and beer only while onboard and with the consent of an accompanying parent. Authorization will be given only when the accompanying parent completes the Young Adult Alcoholic Beverage Waiver form. This form can be obtained and completed at the Guest Services Desk upon embarkation of the vessel. However, passengers 18 years of age or older are permitted to consume beer and wine when sailing on round-trip European and Australian voyages without having to complete the Young Adult Alcoholic Beverage Waiver form.

 

Gambling age is 18. The catch with the Alcohol waiver is that the 18 year old still has the soda package if that was chosen. They have to purchase any beer or wine they want to consume. Their package doesn’t change to include alcohol until the passenger is 21. 

Edited January 12, 2020 by CruiserDan53

[Broons77]

Speaking of the alcohol waiver...

 

Anyone have any idea how one might get a copy prior to boarding?  I don't know that they'd let me sign for my stepdaughter's friends.

[smplybcause]

1 hour ago, Broons77 said:

Speaking of the alcohol waiver...

 

Anyone have any idea how one might get a copy prior to boarding?  I don't know that they'd let me sign for my stepdaughter's friends.

 

I don't think her parent signing it beforehand will mean anything if the parent is not onboard. 

[dtiger]

The casino is closed while in Bermuda.

[ColeThornton]

6 minutes ago, dtiger said:

The casino is closed while in Bermuda.

 

Incorrect information.  I believe the casino open hours are 9 PM to 5AM.  

Edited January 13, 2020 by ColeThornton

[Broons77]

20 minutes ago, dtiger said:

The casino is closed while in Bermuda.

 

15 minutes ago, ColeThornton said:

 

Incorrect information.  I believe the casino open hours are 9 PM to 5AM.  

 

We were in Bermuda just over a year ago on Anthem OTS and the casino was open in the evening while docked.

 

Have never been to the Bahamas, but wonder if the shipboard casinos close there if docked overnight. 

[cruiserbear55]

21 hours ago, dtiger said:

The casino is closed while in Bermuda.

Casino is open from 9:00pm TO 5:00am while docked in Bermuda.

[calmpets]

On 1/12/2020 at 7:05 PM, Broons77 said:

Speaking of the alcohol waiver...

 

Anyone have any idea how one might get a copy prior to boarding?  I don't know that they'd let me sign for my stepdaughter's friends.

 

On 1/12/2020 at 8:19 PM, smplybcause said:

 

I don't think her parent signing it beforehand will mean anything if the parent is not onboard. 

I am pretty sure it can only be signed onboard in front of a crew member, and must be signed by the parent or legal guardian. My husband did it for my stepson on our last cruise, and he had to go to guest services with my stepson to get it setup.

[scifimonkey]

On 1/12/2020 at 8:56 PM, CruiserDan53 said:

Gambling age is 18. The catch with the Alcohol waiver is that the 18 year old still has the soda package if that was chosen. They have to purchase any beer or wine they want to consume. Their package doesn’t change to include alcohol until the passenger is 21. 

Is it not possible to purchase a caps and corks package for them once the waiver is signed? I thought the point of the wine and beer specification was to exclude hard liquor.

Edited January 15, 2020 by scifimonkey

[hftmrock]

35 minutes ago, scifimonkey said:

Is it not possible to purchase a caps and corks package for them once the waiver is signed? I thought the point of the wine and beer specification was to exclude hard liquor.

 

' You must be at least 21 years of age to purchase any alcoholic package and to consume alcohol. '

 

https://www.ncl.com/terms/corks-and-caps-package

 

 

[esm54687]

23 minutes ago, hftmrock said:

 

' You must be at least 21 years of age to purchase any alcoholic package and to consume alcohol. '

 

https://www.ncl.com/terms/corks-and-caps-package

 

 

Incorrect.  A parent or legal guardian can sign a waiver at Guest Services (notarized waivers completed prior to sailing are NOT accepted on board) for beer & wine for anyone 18-20 for consumption in international waters

 

 

https://www.ncl.com/faq/guest-conduct-policy

Edited January 15, 2020 by esm54687

[hftmrock]

3 minutes ago, esm54687 said:

Incorrect.  A parent or legal guardian can sign a waiver at Guest Services (notarized waivers completed prior to sailing are NOT accepted on board) for beer & wine for anyone 18-20 for consumption in international waters

 

https://www.ncl.com/faq/guest-conduct-policy

 

you misunderstood what NCL is saying in my link. you cant purchase an alcohol PACKAGE and consume alcohol. you can consume beer and wine with the waiver. My link is correct as well as yours

Edited January 15, 2020 by hftmrock

[scifimonkey]

Over 18s are clearly able to consume alchohol ( except in Hawaii and Alaska) as otherwise what is the point of the waiver policy.

 

What I do not get is how they then obtain it? If they cannot have a package then presumably they have to buy each drink individually. If the waiver is signed, is it somehow added to their cruise card, or ( god forbid) do they have to present the signed waiver form every time they wish to purchase a drink. Do I have to be present to sign off on each purchase?. Clearly NCL will not want me to put the drink on my drinks package??

 

Once NCL have accepted that it is ok for over 18s to drink, via the waiver process, it seems pointless not to allow them the convenience of a drinks package even if it is limited to 'corks and caps' and I have to purchase the package on their behalf. Rather that, than having to be present every time my son wants a drink or having to wave a waiver form under the barman's nose every time. 

 

The policies seem to conflict........................

 

[esm54687]

7 minutes ago, hftmrock said:

 

you misunderstood what NCL is saying in my link. you cant purchase an alcohol PACKAGE and consume alcohol. you can consume beer and wine with the waiver. My link is correct as well as yours

I understood your link but including "you must be 21 to consume alcohol" is what i was saying is incorrect..  Beer & Wine is alcohol.  

 

I thought I read the cork package was allowed to be purchased after the waiver....... that would be super expensive ala carte.    I may be wrong though. 

 

We're on the same page 

 

 

Edited January 15, 2020 by esm54687

[hftmrock]

1 minute ago, scifimonkey said:

Over 18s are clearly able to consume alchohol ( except in Hawaii and Alaska) as otherwise what is the point of the waiver policy.

 

What I do not get is how they then obtain it? If they cannot have a package then presumably they have to buy each drink individually. If the waiver is signed, is it somehow added to their cruise card, or ( god forbid) do they have to present the signed waiver form every time they wish to purchase a drink. Do I have to be present to sign off on each purchase?. Clearly NCL will not want me to put the drink on my drinks package??

 

Once NCL have accepted that it is ok for over 18s to drink, via the waiver process, it seems pointless not to allow them the convenience of a drinks package even if it is limited to 'corks and caps' and I have to purchase the package on their behalf. Rather that, than having to be present every time my son wants a drink or having to wave a waiver form under the barman's nose every time. 

 

The policies seem to conflict........................

 

I dont see a conflict. First, I believe that you just have to show your card and it will be on there that they signed the waiver. Regarding the conflict, one theory for not allowing the package is so they don't have unlimited alcohol. they have to purchase each drink which will be more expensive and (in theory) better limit the 18-20 year old from over drinking (I'm sure that doesnt always work). it will also give NCL more profit so it could be for profit as well.

[BirdTravels]

On 1/13/2020 at 9:52 AM, dtiger said:

The casino is closed while in Bermuda.

No, the casino is open in Bermuda. NCL pays for a gaming license that allows them to operate casinos on their ships nightly.  

Edited January 15, 2020 by BirdTravels

[scifimonkey]

I am happy enough if each drink has to be individually bought as long as it is straight forward and simple process.

Frankly the amount of alchohol my son drinks probably would not warrant a drinks package on a price basis alone so in actual fact NCL will probably lose money on not allowing the purchase of the package. Its more about the convenience of three of us sitting together at a table and ordering drinks and having the faff of operating different systems for doing so.