Five popular casino destinations in the world

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Where to go if you want to experience a really popular casino destination? After a long period of travel restrictions and advice to keep our distance, we dream of exclusive and glamorous destinations full of parties and people. Here are five popular casino destinations.

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1. Las Vegas, USA - the desert metropolis with "The Strip"

First of all, the American desert metropolis of Las Vegas has to be mentioned. Here you can start by strolling along the famous main street. Las Vegas Stripoften referred to as 'The Strip'. The street, which is a 6.8 kilometre long section of Las Vegas Boulevard, is famous for all its hotels and casinos.

Las Vegas is home to 19 of the 27 largest hotels in the world by number of rooms. There are also several large casinos in a row, such as MGM Grand, The Venetian, Wynn and Encore, and Mandalay Bay. Many casinos are located in exclusive hotels, or in hotels with special designs, such as the Luxor hotel with its giant pyramid.

2. Monte Carlo, Monaco - luxury, glamour and fast cars

Monte Carlo is the place to be if you like glitz and glamour. There are plenty of upscale restaurants and luxurious hotels, such as the five star Hôtel de Paris Monte-Carlowhich has been used as a location for a variety of films.

The casino in Monte Carlo, Casinos in Monte Carlois one of the most famous casinos in the world. It attracts a lot of tourists every year who want to try their luck. If you also want to try, but are not used to playing, you can practice online first. Click here to read more. Then if you want to experience the exclusive atmosphere of luxury yachts, Formula I, ballet and opera - Monte Carlo is the place to be.

3. Macau, China - Eastern Monte Carlo

Gambling has been legal in Macau since the 1850s, when the Portuguese government legalised gambling in the autonomous colony. Since gambling is illegal in most of China, this gambling paradise attracts crowds of both Chinese and foreigners. This is also why the city has become known as the 'Monte Carlo of the East'.

If you want to visit lots of big casinos, Macau is the place to go. There are over 40 casinos, including The Venetian Macao is by far the largest. This luxury casino hotel houses the second largest casino in the world, including 3400 gaming machines, 800 gaming tables and a 15,000-seat arena for sporting events.

4. Aruba, Caribbean - The Las Vegas of the Caribbean

Aruba is more than just dreamy beaches and shimmering green waters. There are around 12 casinos offering all kinds of games and entertainment. Because of its many gambling venues, Aruba has sometimes been nicknamed the 'Las Vegas of the Caribbean'.

The best thing about Aruba, of course, is that you can combine a casino with days on the beach. Aruba is known for its white beaches, bright sunshine and relaxed atmosphere. For more adventure, you can go on jeep tours or visit caves with wild iguanas and other lizards.

5. London, United Kingdom - casinos for all tastes

London has more than 25 casinos, all offering different types of gambling and entertainment. There are high-end casinos such as Crockford's and the Ritz, as well as more casual places for those who want to feel more relaxed.

While you're in London, you can of course take the opportunity to familiarise yourself with famous sights such as Big Ben, Westminster Abbey, Buckingham Palace, Picadilly Circus and Trafalgar Square. In London, you can also discover food from around the world.

Have you visited a casino abroad? Where have you been? What are your experiences?

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