Casino, meaning “house of games” in Latin, has been part of the human experience for millennia. It’s no wonder: from the earliest wooden blocks used in dice games to today’s multi-million dollar jackpots, gambling has been a way for people to enjoy themselves and try their luck at winning big.
In the modern world, casinos exist all over the globe. Some, like the Casino Baden-Baden, are an opulent mix of elegance and history with poker, blackjack and roulette tables and 130 slot machines to keep patrons entertained. Other casinos are geared more towards the needs of today’s gambler, with state-of-the-art software and multiple screens to keep players engaged.
One thing is for sure: the house always wins. Even the most skillful gambler can only hope to beat the odds and come out ahead. That’s because a casino isn’t a charity that throws free money away; it’s a business with a built-in profit margin. The percentage of total table and slot machine revenue that the casino expects to win is called its “house edge.”
Aside from being a great place to play games, most casinos are also known for their entertainment and dining options. Caesars Palace is home to the famous Circus Maximus showroom where legends such as Frank Sinatra and Elvis Presley have performed. Other notable Las Vegas venues include the Wynn, The Palazzo, and XS. Oklahoma’s WinStar World Casino offers a wide variety of food and drink, including Toby Keith’s I Love This Bar & Grill. Other restaurants in the casino include Kirby’s Prime Steakhouse, Dallas Cowboys Bar & Grill, Union Mesa and Gran Via Buffet.