Important: To participate in the poker room, all reservations must be made through Card Player Cruises

Travel back in time to the ancient world. For romantics and history lovers both, this cruise promises glorious views and experiences you will never forget. Throw in plenty of poker and you’ll find yourself on a dream vacation. Cruise, play poker and have fun!

This cruise is back to back to our Western Mediterranean Poker Cruise. Book both cruises to spend two weeks cruising the Mediterranean.

Ship name: Jewel of the Seas
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Day 1
All Aboard: Rome (Civitavecchia), Italy
Sun Aug 13, 2017: Departs 5:00 p.m.
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From the monuments of the ancient empire to the pursuit of la dolce vita, the Eternal City is an unrivaled open–air museum and a lively modern metropolis. The tiny enclave of Vatican City is home to sacred sites and priceless art.
Day 2
Cruising: At Sea
Mon Aug 14, 2017: Cruising
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Enjoy your stay on Royal Carribbean's Jewel of the Seas.
Day 3
Port: Santorini, Greece
Tue Aug 15, 2017: Arrives: 1:00 p.m., Departs: 10:00 p.m,
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No other Greek island is more famous for its romantic setting, mythic beauty, and volcanic scenery. Santorini enchants with a deep blue bay, high cliffs, black and red sand beaches, and white–washed towns perched on the crater rim.
Day 4
Port: Mykonos, Greece
Wed Aug 16, 2017: Arrives: 8:00 a.m., Departs: 6:00 p.m,
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One of the most popular Greek islands, Mykonos mixes sun, fun, glamour and tradition. Relax at a beach and wander the maze–like streets of the scenic, chic port–town. Delos, a sacred islet of antiquity, is a boat ride away.
Day 5
Port: Athens (Piraeus), Greece
Thu Aug 17, 2017: Arrives: 6:00 a.m., Departs: 6:00 p.m,
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Discover the splendors of Greece’s epic past in the ancient city that is also the capital of a modern nation. The hilltop Acropolis has overlooked Athens for 2,500 years. Below, a park–like promenade links many iconic sights.
Day 6
Port: Katakolon, Greece
Fri Aug 18, 2017: Arrives: 10:00 a.m., Departs: 5:00 p.m,
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Feel the original Olympic spirit among the ruins of Olympia, where the ancient games were held for centuries. The port of Katakolon is a laid–back seaside town of waterfront cafes, shops, galleries and a quiet beach.
Day 7
Cruising: At Sea
Sat Aug 19, 2017: Cruising
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Continue your relazing vacation on the Jewel of the Seas.
Day 8
Docking: Rome
Sun Aug 20, 2017: Arrives: 5:00 a.m.
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Have fun in Rome! There are so many wonderful hotels to choose from in Rome at all different price points. Trip Advisor is always the best reference to see the experiences and recommendations of others.

If you are planning on visiting the Vatican while you are in Rome it is highly recommended that you book your tickets in advance online. This way you are ensured a visit on the day and time you want. The Rome tourist information center is a great place to purchase tickets for the Colosseum and Roman Ruins tours.

Card Player Cruises proudly features a professional, fully staffed, non-smoking poker room. The poker room is usually open for play immediately after the first-seating dinner on your departure day. The poker room remains open throughout most of the cruise except when the ship is in port. Free beginner lessons for novices are offered, followed by a low limit hold’em game for beginners only.

The Card Player Cruises staff will be happy to spread any game and limit that enough players want to play. A general guideline regarding the games and limits on most cruises is as follows:

Limit hold’em: $2/$4 – $4-$8 and higher upon request No–limit hold’em: $1/3, $2/5, and higher upon request Omaha/8: $4/8 and often higher ($10/20 on up). Mixed games: Mixed games upon request Tournaments will be announced.

 

Please contact our office for further details.

All poker games are open to anyone 18 years and older.