Like the Titanic though, they treat the VIP card holders a bit nicer. while it was palatable for me, it was not for the picky eater with me. Unfortunately the whole boat is a smokers haven. Was the only smoking poker room I have been in for a long time. Not sure what the rake was, but I think it was kind of high. In addition, they offer both 8 deck shoes for $5.00 and $10.00 tables and 6 deck shoes for $25 and up tables. The blackjack was actually better than I expected, with the dealer having to stay on soft 17's. We went on the casino cruz, and got what we pretty much expected.