Frequently Asked Questions

Can I make a reservation?
No reservations are required. We do recommend that you arrive early, because of limited availability.

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Due to the high cost of fuel we have been forced to
increase our fuel surcharge to $2.00 per person, per cruise
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How much does the cruise cost?
Off-Peak Cruises are $27.00 Sunday Evenings through Friday Days
Peak Cruises are $37.00 Friday night and Saturday (am/pm), and Sunday day

Do you have group rates?
For group rates please see our group sales web page or call 1-800-LUCKYDAY (1-800-582-5932), extension 267.

What does the price include?
Admission, buffet, entertainment a $3.00 federal port tax and $2.00 fuel surcharge

Is parking included?
We have plenty of FREE parking!

What is not included in the cost?
Gratuity, beverages, gaming money and a-la-carte menu

Are drinks free?
Soda, coffee, draft beer, wine water and juice are complimentary for customers who use their players club card while playing in the casino. Sign up for your player’s club card today!

How often do you sail?
We sail twice a day, 7 days a week.
Day cruises:                                      
Board @ 10:00 am   Depart @ 11:00 am  Return @ 5:00 pm

Evening cruises (Sun-Thurs):
Board @  5:30 am   Depart @   6:30 pm    Return @ 12:00 am

Evening cruise (Friday night):
Board @  6:00 pm   Depart @   7:00 pm    Return @  12:30 am

Evening cruise (Saturday night)
Boarding @ 6:00pm Depart @ 7:00pm return @ 1:00am

What is the buffet like?
We serve a full gourmet lunch buffet Monday through Friday and brunch on Saturday and Sunday. All evening cruises offer a full dinner buffet on the evening cruises.

How many slot machines do you have on board?
There are 225 slot machines (80 of which are located on the non-smoking deck). Slot denominations: $0.05, $0.25, $1.00, $5.00

What kinds of table games do you have on board?
Blackjack, Let-It-Ride, Roulette, Craps, 3 Card Poker, Texas Hold'em and Baccarat.

How do I sign up for the player's club?
A customer must sail and sign up in the casino with the host or at the cashier’s desk to become a member of the players club. There is no cost to sign up or for being a member. Each time you use your card you will accumulate points, which can be redeemed for special promotions, mailings, Horizon’s Edge gift certificates beverages and a la carte menu items. Please make sure that you provide your name, address, and birthday to receive this correspondence. Please write clearly.

Do you have entertainment on every cruise?
Yes, we have live musical entertainment on every cruise at the "Top Shelf". The schedule is placed each month on the entertainment section of the website as well as having copies on the ship. The band/singer typically plays before casino opens, during casino, after casino closes. In between these sets music/cds will be played over the sound system throughout boat.

Is there a dance floor?
Yes, located at the “Top Shelf”.

How should I dress?
Dress is Business Casual/Casual Neat
Men should not wear tank tops. No ripped, dirty clothing please. Neat jeans, sneakers are ok.

How old do I have to be to sail?
All passengers must be 21 years of age or older with a valid photo ID. There are absolutely NO EXEPTIONS!

How big is the boat?
The boat is 186 feet long and accommodates up to 572 persons including staff and crew.
1st deck main casino area, where you enter the ship
2nd deck dining room, non-smoking deck, 80 slot machines
3rd deck indoor/outdoor, "Top Shelf’ entertainment area, dance floor, retail counter

How long does it take before we can gamble?
Gambling may begin when we reach the international waters, which takes a little over an hour from the time of departure.

How far out do you sail?
The boat goes out 13 miles from Lynn, but is never more than 3 miles off shore.

Can I bring a camera?
Cameras are allowed on board, but NO pictures may be taken in the casino.

Can I bring a cell phone?
Cell phones are allowed on board, but may not be used in the casino.

Are you handicapped accessible?
There is a well-lit, enclosed gangway to access the boat. We do not have an elevator. There are 3 levels with 16 stairs between each level. The casino is on the main deck which is ADA coded, the dining room is on the second and the entertainment and outside deck is on the top level.

Can I purchase a gift certificate?
Gift Certificates can be purchased by calling 1-800-LUCKYDAY (1-800-582-5932) ext. 0.

What is the safety/security system like?
All passengers must go through a metal detector. Each passenger will pass through a security check that involves a cursory view of all items brought on board (including handbags). No weapons, knives of any kind, nor alcohol are allowed on the ship. We have shipboard security staff and a surveillance system. Horizon’s Edge is a US Flagged/regulated ship, Board of Health certified, has trained medical advisors and is subject to US coast Guard Bi-annual inspections.

What if the weather is bad?
The sailing conditions and trip status are posted each day by the captain at 8:30 am for the morning cruise and 3:30 pm for the evening cruise. Please call 1-800-LUCKYDAY after these times to find out if your cruise is still on. There is also weather information that can be obtained through the following links:
Marine forecast for Lynn Harbor
Weather off Lynn Harbor

What if Horizon’s Edge cancels?
Please contact the group sales department for inquires about the refund/cancellation policies regarding group events.

What if I can’t make it?
Please contact the group sales department for inquires about the refund/cancellation policies regarding group events.

Please let us know if we can be of further assistance.


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