Along the way, we were. . ( minutes into cruise). Today, Savannah is a popular tourist destination, including riverboat gambling cruises. Savannah, GA, Georgia, Savannah River, Millionaire Casino Cruise, Cruise ship. Built in as a luxury floating casino for 14 million dollars, the majestic s paddlewheel-style riverboat spent several years traveling the Mississippi. Roulette, craps. Summer Road-Trip - Day 5 & 6: Savannah GA We checked out of the Waldorf Astoria Orlando and started heading back north. While Georgia has strict laws on gambling, the boats head a few miles. Tour the two Queens of the Savannah River! Hop aboard the Savannah River Queen or Georgia Queen to virtually navigate through each vessel's stunning ballrooms. The Big "M" Casino is the only place for gambling in South Carolina. Riverboat Casinos in Savannah, Georgia · Emerald Princess II Casino. Play slots, table games, and win BIG MONEY while enjoying a scenic cruise on the Atlantic! Since the ship is in Georgia- gambling is illegal-it has to be in international waters for the casino to open. The Emerald Princess Casino offers over slot and videos machines, live blackjack tables, Emerald Princess Stud Poker, Triple Time poker. Head just over an hour south of Savannah to Brunswick, Georgia, to visit the.