Kristina’s Birthday Trip Report July 2025
We celebrated Kristina’s birthday in downtown Las Vegas, followed by a craps session at Rio. We also had two great meals and a royal flush.
Casino Games
Can Online Blackjack Be Better Than The Live Game In 2025?
Online blackjack can be a fun alternative to playing tje live version of the game in Las Vegas. Read about why that can be the case.
5 Card Pai Gow Launches at Harrah’s
Harrah’s Las Vegas introduced 5 Card Pai Gow. It is based on the traditional game with a few changes. Find out how to play and the minimum bet here.
Where to Play Single Zero Roulette in Las Vegas
There are about 30 Las Vegas single zero roulette tables. This includes European Roulette. Find out where to play, the minimum bets, and rules offered.
Historical Horse Racing Machines Versus Slots
Historical horse racing machines are becoming popular in jurisdictions where slot machines are illegal. Here are the ways these games are similar and different.
Green Valley Ranch Offers Blackjack With 3/2 and 6/5 Payouts
Green Valley Ranch has some blackjack tables open during pea hours that pay 3/2 on $25 and higher bets and 6/5 on smaller ones. This is not a new concept.
Which Casino Games Are Purely Based on Chance
Many casino games require no skill. The outcomes are based entirely on luck. Here are a few examples of these games, like slot, roulette, and keno.
How Video Blackjack Differs From Live Game
Blackjack is one of the most popular electronic table games. It comes in many forms, including heads-up and stadium. This is how it compares to the live game.
Las Vegas Speedflation Is the Next Shrinkflation
Las Vegas casinos are finding ways to speed up games to increase hourly house win from players, increasing revenues. Here are some of the ways this occurs.
Las Vegas Blackjack Rules
There are 69 Las Vegas casinos with live blackjack. The rules can vary greatly, even within the same casino. Read about Las Vegas blackjack rules here.