2025 Readers’ Choice Awards Results – Top Casinos Revealed!

Jan 8, 2026 | Gaming News, In this Issue, Property Reviews, Southern Gaming Reviews: Wine, Bourbon, Cigars and things we love!

We’re thrilled to present the winners of the 2025 Readers’ Choice Awards, celebrating the casino properties that truly impressed players across the region. From world-class resorts to standout local favorites, these honors reflect the voices of you—the dedicated gamers—and our team at Gaming and Destinations.

Each year, these awards spotlight the best in gaming across multiple regions and categories, helping readers discover new destinations, compare experiences, and plan their next casino getaway with confidence.

Thank you to everyone who voted and shared their insights. We hope this year’s results inspire your next adventure—and maybe even add a few new casinos to your favorites list.

(Check out the awards from each region below.)

Gulf Coast       Tunica       Mid-South       Louisiana       Missouri 

S. Indiana       N. Indiana      Iowa         Michigan       Minnesota      Wisconsin

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Out With the Old, Triple Crown Racetrack Renovations

Aug 5, 2025 | Gaming News, Property Reviews

There is an age-old adage that goes, “The only constant is change.” Well friends, whether we like it or not, this archaic saying rings true even inside the staunchly traditional realm of thoroughbred horse racing. In fact, I can even emphatically attest that the “Sport of Kings” has a far different complexion compared to when I placed my first wager three decades ago. Moreover, there is a modern movement to renovate and even, in some cases, completely redesign the three storied cathedrals which host thoroughbred horse racing’s Triple Crown Series (i.e., Churchill Downs, Pimlico Race Course and Belmont Park).

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