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Description Received 8-1/2" x 5-1/2" promo card in the mail. One side shows a color photo of a cruise ship by a Norwegian waterfall. Text says, "You are a finalist in our VIKING RIVER CRUISE Giveaway Plus First-Class Airfare for 2!" Also includes lots of very fine print where the odds of winning are described, saying "Contest begins 2/19/2025 and ends 2/19/2026." The other side of the card shows a replica of a $50 Amazon gift card. And this: "You and your spouse are cordially invited to attend the Cruise Travel Expo 2025. Join us for a fun-filled showcase designed to get America cruising again." [NOTE: There is no mention of where or when the supposed "Travel Expo" is being held.] Shows Viking cruise logo. Two scratcher circles are on the card -- they contain hidden numbers. Message says: "If [hidden] numbers match the printed number on the card, you are one of our GRAND PRIZE WINNERS and will receive one of the following gift! (sic): #1: 2025 Viking River Cruise for two with first-class airfare or $15,000 cash; #2: Seven-Night Caribbean Cruise and airfare for two; #3 Sony TV, 75" Bravia 3; #4: Seven-Night Alaskan cruise and airfare are for two." Message continues: "Call the gifting department immediately toll free at 1-855-540-4593. Offer Code JC0723. The printed winning number on the card is 624874 and the two hidden numbers revealed by scratching were also 624874. (What a coincidence!!) . Call hours: M-F 10am-7pm CST. Sat. 9am-1pm CST. Confirm within 48 hours and receive a $50 Amazon gift card."