Sail out of Port Aransas to gamble on the high seas

G et your "gambling fix" on the M/V Texas Treasure I. The ship

A sailboat glides past the Texas Treasure in Port Aransas. sails twice daily six

days a week from Port Aransas on the Harbor Island side of the ferry landing.

As the Texas Treasure motors away from Port Aransas, patrons may enjoy live entertainment in the showroom during the 9-mile journey to international waters. Approximately 55 minutes into the trip, the casino with more than 500 slots and more than 24 table games springs to life. Patrons must arrive and be checked in prior to gates closing, which is 15 minutes prior to the ship's departures. Federal regulations require a state or federal ID to cruise. Patrons must be at least 21 years of age with a valid photo ID.

Day cruises are 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday; Sunday day cruises are noon to 6 p.m. Night cruises Tuesday through Thursday are 6:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. Friday and Saturday night cruises are 6:30 p.m. to 1:30 a.m., and Sunday night cruises 7 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. Gates lock 15 minutes before departure. Tickets are sold at various locations in Port Aransas.

For more information, call 1-866-468-5825.

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