The world is such an inspiring place, packed with destinations to explore. Some people want to visit them because they’re interested in the culture. Some because of the attractions or the history behind the country. Some purely because of the warm temperatures and taste of a lifestyle they might not get to at home. Today, it’s easier than ever to travel, which sees people add item after item to their enormous bucket list of places to visit, knowing getting there isn’t impossible.
That includes casino fans! Movies like “Casino Royale” have inspired casino fans to get out there and visit the world’s casinos. Of course, if you can’t travel and visit a casino destination, you can still head to an online casino to play. In fact, online casinos have boomed in popularity compared to their land based counterparts. The reason behind their popularity is for a number of reasons, including convenience and easy access of games, casinos offering attractive bonuses for players to redeem on games as well as the variety of games and sites to choose from.
Despite the success of online, land-based casinos and destinations do still remain popular, here’s a look at some of the best destinations for casino gaming, plus other things to do there besides casino gaming.
Las Vegas
As soon as you saw this title, Las Vegas is probably the first destination that leaped into your head. Understandably so. It’s the world entertainment capital and boasts over 100 casinos. Even if casino gaming wasn’t your thing, you’d still step into one of these many casinos for the experience alone.
If you don’t fancy gaming, there are plenty of other things to do. It’s Vegas, after all! You could see a Cirque du Soleil show, something of a staple in Vegas entertainment. Or cheer on the Vegas Golden Knights ice hockey at the T-Mobile arena. Want to see something a little bit different? Visit the Neon Museum and see some of the signs that have been preserved while Vegas has gone about demolishing anything no longer of use to it.
Singapore
Singapore, a city-state in southeast Asia, is another renowned destination for casinos and has some world-famous names operating there. The destination offers more than 1,000 gaming tables across its 10 casinos.
Away from the gaming tables, Singapore is one of the quirkiest, most interesting destinations you could ever visit. It possesses the world’s largest rooftop infinity pool and is also the location of the world’s first safari park for nocturnal animals. If you’re not visiting either of those attractions, try the popular Gardens by the Bay or the Singapore National Gallery.
Monte Carlo
Monte Carlo, in the principality of Monaco, in southern France, is well known for its Monte Carlo Casino and for being a playground for the rich. The Monte Carlo Casino is the one that attracts all the attention, but there are four more casinos here if you’d like to tour them all.
High season is an exciting time to visit Monaco because you can catch the F1 Monaco Grand Prix and also the Monaco Yacht Show.
A little less high-octane but equally classy is relaxing in one of Larvotto’s strip of beach bars or even the cliffside day club La Vigie. If Michelin-starred restaurants are your thing, you’re in the right place. Monaco spoils you with them.
Macau
Macau, being a Special Administrative Region within China, capitalizes on this status to shape its own gaming laws. As a result, it’s challenging Vegas for the title of casino capital of the world. In fact, some even call it the “Las Vegas of the East.”
Macau has more than 40 casinos within its borders, including some of the biggest names. These titans host prestigious tournaments that attract international players and Chinese ones and give Vegas run for its money.
Away from the casinos, you can explore Macau’s historic center, which is a UNESCO World Heritage site and a collection of landmarks that include religious buildings, public squares and military barracks, representing Macau’s Chinese-Portuguese heritage. Or take a walk around Taipa Village, which was once a rustic fishing village but has raised its profile. In amongst the temples and colonial museums, you’ll find cool cafes and independent shops.
London
London, United Kingdom, is one of the most popular cities in the world and has a thriving casino scene. You’ll find a variety of casinos here. Some are more inclusive, whereas others are more of the private, high-roller type, so no matter what your tastes are, you’ll find something to suit you.
There’s plenty to do in London besides visiting casinos, of course. You can see free art at the Tate Modern, stand outside Buckingham Palace and take photos, pose with waxwork models at Madam Tussauds, enjoy some culture at the South Bank Centre or take a tour of the famous Wembley Stadium.
All the destinations above offer a nice holiday and superb casino gaming options. If you’re looking to savor the casino experience in other destinations, Sun City, in South Africa, and Baden Baden, in Germany, both have fantastic casinos you can visit.