Are you a Blackjack fan? If so, chances are you head straight for the felt the second you walk onto the casino floor with your cash already in your hand (why waste time going into your wallet after sitting down?). After all, nothing beats the thrill of the chase to 21 hoping you wipe the smirk off the dealer’s face […]
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Sin City is a global tourism destination, and a number of less than pleasant facts go with that title. Sure, there’s the impracticality of building a huge city in the middle of a barren desert, and that ecological oversight is always on the radar of Las Vegas lawmakers as the water table continues to dip lower and lower. Another unfortunate […]
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Las Vegas is the gambling mecca of North America, so it should come as no surprise that the city has developed its fair share of attractions aimed directly at adventurous tourists. The glitz and glamour of Sin City should be enjoyed thoroughly, don’t get us wrong, but there’s some traps in and around the world-famous Strip that are better left off of your travel itinerary. Luckily, for every terrible attraction to skip over in Las Vegas, there are plenty of worthy things to see and do. Without further ado, let’s […]
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Craving a trip to Vegas? Sure, you might be. But your bank account will have none of it. After going through everything and building a budget, you suddenly realize that you have just enough money to gamble at the low-stakes tables and slots, assuming you eat cereal bars for breakfast. And possibly lunch. And dinner.Doesn’t sound like much of a high-roller’s trip does it? But that doesn’t have to be the case. Today, we’re revealing the secrets smart people use to look like a high roller on a low roller’s […]
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Heading to a casino? Whether it’s your first time or you’ve enjoyed a few nights out at your local casino, it helps to have a little guidance. The casino floor is packed with so many games, each one with varying rules, degrees of difficulty, and confusion level. Today, we’re helping you sort it all out with the ultimate casino cheat sheet. Feel free to print it out or study it and commit it to memory. Blackjack Fewer decks are better. That’s right. You might think that playing a 6 or […]
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We take Las Vegas for granted. The hotels. The 5-star restaurants. The shows. The amazing resorts. Everything. But it took a lot to make the Vegas of today what it is. And we mean a lot. Taxes. Gangsters. Business deals. More than you can imagine. Today, we’re taking a brief walk down memory lane to remember how we all got here. We hope you enjoy it. 1946: Gaming Taxes Introduced This is what started it all. In 1946, the state of Nevada (that’s where Las Vegas is located, for those […]
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For residents of some countries, gambling is second nature. On average, an Australian adult loses more than $1,000 each year through gambling. As if that’s not enough food for thought, the Economist reports that over 50 percent of those loses come by way of non-casino gaming machines. While the Land Down Under may boast the most losses per adult resident, it’s far from the leader in terms of overall gambling losses. In this article, we’re going to take a closer look at the top five gambling countries, as measured by […]
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It’s played in home games. It’s played at casinos all over the world. And it’s been a favorite among gamblers for centuries. We’re talking about Texas Hold’em, right? Wrong. This has nothing to do with cards. We’re talking about Mahjong, a game that has captivated minds for way longer than you can imagine. And today we’re introducing you to Casino Mahjong so you can have a blast and make a little money.The history of Casino Mahjong Mahjong is a game of chance originating in ancient China. Much like poker, Mahjong requires […]
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Since their introduction, online casinos have offered a unique gaming experience with plenty of worthwhile benefits. Instead of dressing up and jumping in the car, all players need to do to experience all of their favorite games is boot up their computers and make an account. Convenience is everything in an increasingly digital world. Despite the advantages, there’s always been something extra special about a trip to a brick and mortar casino. Sure, the games are mostly the same and the odds aren’t any better, but the atmosphere on offer […]
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Are you a casino expert? We’re willing to bet you’re not. While you might be skilled at Blackjack splitting, a pro on Pass betting in Craps, or a champion of chip stacking at the poker tables, that doesn’t make you an expert. Sure, it makes you a gambling pro. We’re not disputing that. But when you play live games, your knowledge shouldn’t be limited to how to play the game. It should include interesting facts about gambling and tidbits that could strike up a conversation.Today, we’ve got some of the […]
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