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Getting the Most out of Gambling in Monaco

2011-09-29 11:04

Monaco’s reputation as a playground for the elite is definitely well-deserved, with the highest per capita GDP in the world and spectacular homes, hotels, and clubs that cater to the world’s wealthiest people. As you might expect, that same extravagance and flair carry over to Monaco’s casinos, with the Casino de Monte Carlo one of the most famous and picturesque casinos ever constructed.


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To get the most out of the casinos of Monte Carlo you’ll need to do a little research first, as simply showing up in shorts and flip-flops definitely isn’t the way to go if you expect to spend a night to remember at any of Monaco’s casinos!

Your first assignment is to make sure that you’re up to speed on the games that are offered, which include roulette, blackjack games and slots. Resources such as Casinotop10.net may lack the same glamour and glitz of Monte Carlo, but can be one of the best way to learn new games, with free training games available for blackjack and other games. You’ll also find casino strategy guides and information about the odds of different games, not only letting you sample the action but also get a good feel for what games you’d like to play at the casino. It can be very intimidating to step up to the tables for the first time for fear of looking foolish, and that’s even more true for higher-end casinos such as the Monte Carlo Casino, so it’s always a good idea to learn the basic rules first online.


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Next up is picking a casino in Monte Carlo to gamble at, although for most the choice is obvious: the Monte Carlo Casino. Opened in 1863, it’s simply called 'the Casino' by many and was one of the first grand casinos that set the precedent for elegance and class. The casino is part of a larger facility which also includes the Grand Théâtre de Monte Carlo, the opera and ballet house, the office of the Ballets de Monte Carlo, and several restaurants.

The Monte Carlo Casino has over 300 slot machines and nearly 40 table games in addition to playing host to a stop on the European Poker Tour each year. As far as dress code is concerned, smart attire is required in the casino, and certain areas require jacket and tie for men. The Monte Carlo Casino isn’t the only game in town, however, as the Casino at the Café de Paris offers over 400 slot machines, while the Sun Casino in the Grand Hotel Monte-Carlo is another popular choice, with 450 gaming machines and nearly 30 table games.

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