Choosing a proper destination for your vacation is never an easy task. Should you go for beachy areas? Is it overcrowded? Is it sunny enough? But to a gambler, there’s only one thing that’s crucial — are there any good casinos out there?
Saving You Some Time
There are hundreds of amazing locations in this world should you wish to gamble. The tricky part is picking the best one. If you try to look up the best gambling locations over the Internet, the results will spam you with top 100 lists. I’m guessing you’re probably not the type that spends too much time reading these catalogs?
To make it easier, I’ve created a list of top 5 most unique destinations that every gambler should visit. So, without further ado, let’s begin.
5. Biloxi, Mississippi
Many people won’t even think of Biloxi when it comes to gambling. After all, this wonderful city is better known for its sunny beaches and its famous baseball team, the Biloxi Shuckers. However, what most people don’t know about this city is that it offers a fantastic gambling experience as well.
Beau Rivage is a resort that incorporates everything you could possibly think of. It offers accommodation, nightlife, dining, entertainment, and most importantly, a dashing gambling experience. The Beau Rivage Casino is probably the best place to gamble in all of Mississippi. It is fabulously luxurious, and you can find anything from slots to table games. Additionally, the resort includes a swimming pool in its offer — your gambling doesn’t necessarily need to be casino-bound. The casino also offers an extremely elegant lounge and an exclusive poker room.
Either way, Biloxi has it all. Therefore, it should totally be on your radar; in case it wasn’t already. It’s a once in a lifetime experience.
4. Australia
The Aussies adore gambling more than you believe. The estimates are that 80% of Australians gamble at least once annually. So it comes as no surprise that Melbourne and Sydney have a lot to offer to tourists.
Australia may seem far, but gambling on the other side of the world is surely something every gambling fan should experience. Moreover, gambling in Australia became so famous that the Sydney Opera isn’t the most visited location anymore. The Star Casino took the crown for the most visited establishment in the city. It offers slots, card games, and table games. And in case you prefer playing card games, exclusively, there’s a Baccarat table, a Blackjack table, and the Star Poker table. The casino looks incredibly elegant, and the staff is more than happy to assist you with anything.
So, you can walk around Sydney by day and enjoy its wonderful climate, and at night you can shower yourself with luxury at the Stars Casino.
Melbourne, on the other hand, has the Crown Casino. It is the most visited attraction in the city. Additionally, the casino will soon be opened in Sydney as well — so Stars can expect some serious competition in the near future. For you, the tourist, this can only be a good thing — Australia is definitely becoming a favorite location for many gamblers.
3. Monte Carlo, Monaco
You could say that Monte Carlo is the gambling capital of Europe. Although most of the European countries allow gambling and have great casinos to offer, none do it quite like Monaco. This is the second smallest country in the world, but it has an economy many are envious of. Most importantly, this is the first European country to fully legalize gambling and open a grand casino for the elite.
During the reign of Prince Charles III, the country was going through a difficult economic crisis. The Prince had to find a way to recover the country’s economy. Once the country legalized betting, the richest and most powerful people from Europe started to visit Monte Carlo nearly instantaneously — and they would gamble with enormous sums of money. Additionally, they would spend a lot of their wealth dining and visiting Monaco’s famous attractions.
If you’re also one of the people who like to gamble with style, Monte Carlo is the place for you. You should visit Casino de Monte-Carlo if you wish to feel like you’re starring in a James Bond movie. Moreover, Monaco is a rich country with a pleasant climate — it’s coast is a breathtaking view, and the waters are warm. So you will have no issues convincing your family to accompany you on this trip.
2. Las Vegas, United States of America
It’s probably quite a shock for you to see Las Vegas on the second spot — but there’s a reason for this. Either way, the sin city became a synonym for gambling not only in the USA but worldwide as well. It is basically the gambling capital of the world!
Now, Las Vegas has a lot of casino resorts, but if you truly want to gamble, Las Vegas style, you should go to Caesars Palace. This hotel spreads on over 280,000 square feet, and it offers all types of gambling. There are slot machines, card games, and table games — but most importantly, this is a casino with a spa. Out of so many casino hotels, Caesars Palace certainly takes the crown of the most luxurious one. It pampers its guests like no other, and almost all the gamblers claim they have had the best experience in this resort. And in case you’re the person who takes great pleasure in trying out different cuisines, the resort comes with a lot of dining options.
There is absolutely no valid reason why you shouldn’t visit Las Vegas, regardless if you’re a vivid gambler or not. It’s a sunny city filled with cheerful people, so even if you spend your days in a casino or sunbathing outside, you will definitely have the time of your life.
1. Macau, China
This is the main location you should blame if you’re unhappy with the fact Las Vegas failed to snatch the top place on this list. Although Vegas earns a lot of money from gambling, Macau earns even more. This region in China used to belong to Portugal. In 1999, it was returned to China under the condition it remains autonomous until 2049. This means Macau has its own laws and regulations. Which is why, unlike in China, gambling in Macau is legal and highly promoted.
Macau earns over $30 billion annually solely from gambling tourism — this is why many call it the gambling Heaven. Over the last few years, it built a lot of casinos and resorts that greatly resemble the ones in the West. Moreover, Macau added even more luxury and elegance to the whole picture, and this keeps attracting more tourists each year. So if you’re a true gambling enthusiast, make sure you save up and visit Macau at least once during your lifetime. You won’t regret it.
Honorable Mentions
Since this list comes with only five special destinations, I believe it’s important to familiarize yourself with a couple of more options at your disposal. There are a lot of other locations that you should visit, and each one of them will give you a taste of a different atmosphere;
- Atlantic City
- London
- Singapore
- Paris
- San Jose
- The Bahamas
Although visiting some of these destinations might appear costly, it is money well spent. You won’t only get to gamble in a way the domestic nations do, but you will also meet many different cultures. This whole experience can only make you a richer person and a better gambler. If you figure out some new bluff techniques from the people abroad, you can bring them home and become a card game master. Either way, your family and the gambler within you will be ever grateful for the wonderful experience you provided. Good luck, and have a safe trip!