Macau, a self-governing region on the south coast of China and close to Hong Kong, is known in the west as gambling hub, bigger even than Vegas and as noisy and sinful as Nevada’s famous city. But what few people know is that Macau has other tourist attractions off the beaten gambler’s track. There are museums, zoos, great food, exciting rides and lots of outdoor activities that mean you don’t actually have to put it all on red to enjoy this … [Read more...]
Alternative Destinations to Las Vegas
Whether it's a roll of the dice, a flip of a card, a last-second buzzer-beater, or a pull of the slot handle, heading out for a weekend in Las Vegas can be a thrilling experience. There's nothing quite like the bright lights, atmosphere, and overall vibe of America's Sin City. Believe it or not, there are places worldwide that give Las Vegas a run for its money. If you're getting tired of the desert scenery in America, check out these four … [Read more...]
Best Casino Resort in Las Vegas
My first trip to Vegas was a road trip with two friends. This trip did not start out very smoothly - after pulling out of my driveway I stopped for gas and one of my friends noticed one of the tires was nearly flat. In a hurry to get on the road in anticipation of 12 hours of driving, we quickly pumped it up and continued on our way. However it lost air pressure fairly quickly and every two hours or so we had to stop to pump up the tire. … [Read more...]
The Pro Gamblers Primer to Traveling
Pro gamblers travel on a regular basis to big-name casino cities like Las Vegas, Atlantic City, Monaco and Macau. Plenty of other global destinations have casino offerings that attract professional gamblers en-masse, and they need tips for hotel stays and airport arrivals and departures. Other than land based casinos, pro punters can experience an equal thrill with online casino gaming for real money through virtual or live table game settings as … [Read more...]
3 Less-Known Things About Las Vegas
Las Vegas, the city of dreams experienced lots of media coverage and screen time in the last couple of years. It is a very popular city among both the people of America but also among gambling communities of professionals. We’re all aware of the casinos, grand hotels and countless entertainment opportunities Vegas provides. However, when it comes to this popular city, there’s still a large number of things that you probably don’t know about … [Read more...]
5 Most Amazing Casinos in the World
There are two places in the world that claim the honor for hosting the most amazing casinos in the world; Las Vegas and Macau. Both are exclusive gambling destinations for tourists and compete in glamour and extravaganza. Casinos these days are not standalone structures, they are part of huge resorts that offer a myriad of services. While Macau attracts with designs and constructions of disproportionate size, Las Vegas invites to celebrity … [Read more...]
Think differently for the casino trip of a lifetime
Las Vegas and Monte Carlo are undoubtedly the go-to destinations for many people planning to enjoy a casino-themed holiday. However, the are plenty of other places around the world worth considering if you’re looking to organise what would hopefully be the trip of a lifetime. Read on as we look at three other casino destinations worth checking out. Aruba is one happy island When a destination is confident enough to market itself as ‘One … [Read more...]
Places to Visit in Macau
Macau is a major tourist draw for visitors from all over the world. The Las Vegas of the East, it’s home to a bustling gambling scene, with huge casino resorts sitting side by side with the cultural and historical sights that make this such an important place to visit. Set on the western banks of the Pearl River, it’s the most densely populated part of the world, with some 650,000 people squeezed into the 12 square miles. While Macau remains … [Read more...]
Bradenton Area: Ain’t Nothing Like the Real Thing
Oh, the places they stole. Four times this year I’ve been to the canals of Venice, without ever setting foot in Italy. In Vegas, Macau, Qatar and where I live, Venice, California, there are facsimiles of the famous waterways, only cleaner, shinier, and without the creases of deep history. Theme parks, made-made-islands, cruise ships, old quarter facades, entire cities fashioned to appear as someplace else. It’s hard, these days, to … [Read more...]
The Best European Casinos
If you’re a gambler or poker player, you already know you need a good guide to the nicest casinos out there. And if you’re a simple tourist in Europe looking for some of the most glamorous venues of modern pop culture, go check out the places where 007 went on his famous winning sprees in service of Her Majesty the Queen. No matter what your particular preference, all of these are worth a look. Casino Monte Carlo, Monaco Doubtlessly one of … [Read more...]