Craps: Confessions of a Crazy Crapper
Craps has a cornucopia of bets, ranging from the truly awful to the quite good in terms of the house edges. There are any number of ways you can bet the 11 numbers at the game (those 11 numbers being 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 and 12). Some of these ways have low house edges and some — you guessed it! — have high house edges and some — you probably guessed it — have everything in between.The best bets at the game are Pass and Come or Don’t Pass and Don’t Come. Find out the rest!
Casino Gambling: Basics of Baccarat
Known to many as either; bac-ca-rat or bah-ca-rah, the pronunciation has little effect on mastering this card game. This no-strategy, luck-only game is most commonly housed in casino’s “high-limit” areas, due to its minimum betting of usually $20 a hand. To entice more modest wagering clientele, casinos down scaled the baccarat game and created the mini-baccarat. This altered game has a cheaper minimum betting ($5 per hand) and maintains the same game that everyone loves; only cheaper. It’s a simple game to learn and carries a low house edge…Read more.
WSOP Cherokee Main Event Champion Crowned…AGAIN!
Cherokee, NC (via WSOP.com) – A Main Event Champion has been crowned at the World Series of Poker Circuit series at Harrah’s Cherokee. After two starting flights and four long days of poker, Brad Albrinck has finally collected all the chips in play and cashing in for over $275,000. This is Albrinck’s second Main Event victory. Read more…
Mississippi Gulf Resort Classic Returns to Biloxi for Eighth Year
Mississippi Gulf Coast –The eighth annual Mississippi Gulf Resort Classic is scheduled to take place March 30-April 2 at Fallen Oak in Biloxi. Tickets are $15 and will go on sale after the first of the year and can be purchased online at www.2017MGRC.com or by calling the tournament office at (228) 896-6365. Children 16 and under are admitted free with a ticketed adult and all active and retired military and their families are admitted free with a military issued identification card.
Great Casino Getaways and Holiday Happenings
As the holiday season and winter temperatures set in, we can all use a quick getaway to ease our minds. We are excited to unveil some of our favorite places to escape the hustle and bustle of shopping and stress and remind you of great places to stay and play. Casinos put a lot of effort into creating winter wonderlands for their guests to really feel the warmth and cheer of the season, and they also host great parties, promotions, shows and specials so make sure to cash in on the fun.
Willie Nelson and Casino Classics: Decades of Hits
In today’s culture of disposable musicians, a performer whose career lasts ten years or longer can be thought of as an icon. Such is the case for Willie Nelson, who at the age 83 is still recording and is currently on a tour of the United States. His “Willie Nelson and Family” band appears regularly across the country and in Canada and in casinos everywhere.
Check Willie Nelson and our other list of familiar faces at casino’s around the world!
Casino Confidential: Things you should never do!
Casino games are full of judgment calls with what plays you should make. Should a blackjack player hit hard 16? Yes, if the dealer’s face up card is 7 or higher, but not if it’s 6 or lower. Should a Three Card Poker player match the ante with a play bet? Yes, if the hand is Queen-6-4 or better, but not with lesser cards. But there are absolutes, too. And many of those absolutes are absolutely not’s.
Here are a few things you should NEVER do in a casino….
Texas Hold ’em: Changing Gears
The residual effects of watching thousands of hands has been tremendous for my game, and I’d love to share some observations with you, as I do regularly as an instructor at the WPT Boot Camp. We have taken the time to match WPT footage with specific instructional material.
Check out some of these insider tips on how to change gears during your play.
Hollywood Casino Tunica: Step into the Spotlight
Hollywood Casino in Tunica, Mississippi is a Southern Gaming Certified property that always offers a premium experience for their guests. Discover a place where all that glitters is yours for the taking with unrivaled gaming action and delicious award-winning dining.
Plus, a luxurious hotel and full-service RV Park to make your stay relaxing and enjoyable. Check out our full review of this fantastic property.
Casino Comps: Knowing the Numbers
Interests of casinos and players don’ always precisely align when it comes to comps. Naturally enough, as players we’ll take whatever we can get. Cash back, free play, room and meal comps, shows, golf’s bring it on!
