Top 5 Casino Resorts in the World
Beneath the veneer of flashing lights and free cocktails, casinos are rigged systems that are designed to slowly drain their patrons of cash. For years, mathematically inclined minds have tried to turn the tables by using game theory and probability.
Las Vegas is a city that’s famous for gambling, but other cities around the world have their own unique casino experience. Some of these include:
Venetian Macau
A huge casino resort in Macau, Venetian is a must-visit for all who want to experience true luxury. This hotel-casino is a true swank-town with 3,000 luxurious suites and world-class dining options. In addition, the hotel offers a full range of entertainment and shopping.
The hotel is a true homage to Venice, with beautiful replicas of the canals and architecture. The design is incredibly detailed, with pseudo-bridges over the canals and a ceiling painted to resemble the sky of the city.
The Venetian boasts more than 850 duty-free shops, several top-notch restaurants, and various attractions. Guests can also relax by the pools, or work out at the V gym. The resort also hosts many shows, including Cesar Millan Live and a Beauty and the Beast Broadway production.
Ibiza Gran Hotel
The opulent Ibiza Gran Hotel is an art-meets-design sanctuary in Ibiza. The property is located on Paseo Maritimo, opposite two outstanding luxury marinas (Botafoch Marina and Ibiza Marina), and surrounded by the best local night-life. Its renowned restaurants include Cipriani and the unique Heart Ibiza, a collision of art, food and music created by the Adria brothers and Cirque du Soleil. Guests can also try out the many bars and restaurants in the vicinity.
The hotel’s 187 suites are all designed with a view and feature bamboo furnishings, whirlpool baths, state-of-the-art BOSE sound systems, and spacious terraces. The top-of-the-range ‘Luxury Gran Suite’ offers a private living room and an infinity pool. The hotel has a spa and wellness centre, plus plenty of other amenities.
Foxwoods Resort Casino
Foxwoods Resort Casino is one of North America’s premier entertainment destinations. This New England casino features six casinos, a luxury high-tech race book, and a world-class Bingo Hall. In addition, the property offers a variety of hotels, restaurants, and other gaming venues. Revenues from the casino help support the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation and its communities.
Guests can take advantage of the resort’s amenities, including golf, aromatherapy, and spas. They can also indulge in their favorite foods and drinks at a variety of restaurants, from Italian to American. In addition, the resort’s attractions include a snow-covered ice skating rink and themed winter terrace and igloos. Thrill Towers include Sky Drop, which climbs more than 10 stories for a white-knuckle freefall, and Sky Launch, a human catapult that will propel you beyond your wildest dreams.
Caesars Palace
Caesars Palace is an empire of entertainment, fine dining and gaming in a central Strip location. From celebrity-owned restaurants like Gordon Ramsay and Bobby Flay to a massive spa and Forum Shops, the hotel has something for everyone.
The hotel’s 4,000-seat Colosseum hosts legendary performances while the 130,000-square-foot casino features blackjack, craps and roulette and a full range of nonstop poker action. The property also boasts a deluxe Qua Baths and Spa, the opulent Garden of the Gods pool oasis and seven pools and a luxuriously themed Forum Shops that make you feel as if you’re in ancient Rome.
The hotel also offers virtually every type of cuisine from the 25,000-square-foot Bacchanal Buffet to English pub fare at Gordon Ramsay’s Pub & Grill and French pastry at Restaurant Guy Savoy.
Caesars Entertainment
Caesars Entertainment offers diversified gaming, entertainment and hospitality amenities as well as one-of-a-kind destinations. Its resorts include the Caesars, Harrah’s, Horseshoe, and Eldorado brands. They also feature world-class restaurants, upscale bars and lounges, and elite meeting and convention facilities.
The company is headquartered in Reno, Nevada and operates properties around the US. Its subsidiaries include Caesars Interactive Entertainment, which provides social and mobile games and regulated real-money online gaming in certain jurisdictions. It also owns the World Series of Poker tournaments and brand.
The company is managed by Mark Frissora, who has extensive experience in corporate finance and strategic planning. He was previously the chief financial officer of Delphi Automotive. Before that, he served as a director at Tenneco. He also has a background in sales and marketing at General Electric.