Gaming in the Caribbean- Luxury Casino Resorts of the Islands
Gaming is widely accepted and promoted in the Caribbean and the most upscale resorts feature casino grounds for guests to immerse themselves in luxurious games, shows and nightlife. Bask in the balmy Caribbean breeze by day and join the high-stakes atmosphere by night. For distinguished travellers looking for the lights of Las Vegas combined with the salt air of the islands, here are a few of the top casino picks for high-stakes Caribbean holidays.
Aruba
Aruba is the birthplace of Caribbean stud poker and the island is ripe with a vibrant mature casino scene with spectacular facilities. The casino at the Riu Resort and the Crystal Casino at the Renaissance Aruba are the islands finest. The Stellaris Casino at the Aruba Marriott is the country’s largest. A few of Aruba’s casinos are open 24 hours for gaming excitement.
Bahamas
Reserved only for tourists, Bahamian casinos are open during gaming hours only, except for the opulent Crystal Palace Casino on Cable Beach, which features 400 slots and 40 tables. The island’s best-known casino is the masterpiece 50,000 square foot Atlantis Paradise Island – it includes more than 1,000 slots and 90 tables.
Curacao
No stranger to the gaming industry, the luxurious island operates a few well-known casinos, including the 29,000 square feet Venito Casino. The Hill Ross Casino turns into an entertainment complex on the weekends. The 15,000 square foot Breezes Curacao resort is the only place on island where gamblers can play 7 card stud poker.
Dominican Republic
Operating over 100 casinos on the island, the Dominican Republic houses many outstanding casinos that are open late into the evening, including the Playa Dorada Casino and the Renaissance Jaragua in Santo Domingo, the island’s largest casino.