Las Vegas – Gambling Low Down
There are a lot of good new reasons to come to Las Vegas, but there remains one pretty good old reason – gambling.
The opportunity to gamble is at every turn, and what reasonable person could resist? Which is probably why over 90% of all visitors gamble during their stay. Just remember the legal age to gamble is the same as it is to drink: 21.
Casinos are expected to adhere to very strict rules to maintain their gaming licences, so no one under the age of 21 is allowed in the casino area even if a parent or spouse is gambling. If they do they will be asked for picture ID and likely escorted off the property, or conceivably even arrested, when caught. So don’t risk it.
Some people feel shy about joining in at a gambling table and choose to stick to the slot machines that proliferate, which is fine, although the odds are stacked much higher against you beating the casino on these than if you actually join a game.
Just remember if you feel intimidated about joining a gaming table is that most of the people are tourists just like you (the professionals prefer the older downtown establishments), that they are trying their luck, just like you, and the majority are probably not that much more clued up than you are!
So, to increase your enjoyment, you might want to learn a few games either in reality (poker clubs are pretty popular in the UK) or on-line, or perhaps think about taking gaming lessons while you are in Vegas – many of the casinos do half hour poker tournaments for free, and they are an excellent way to learn the ropes so you not only stand a higher chance of winning, but you also enjoy it more, whether you are gambling or just watching.
Ask at individual hotels for information or check out the Vegas website for a list. If you want more than just poker, try the Imperial Palace, which offers morning lessons in craps, blackjack, roulette and baccarat for residents and non-residents.
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