Are Live Casino Games the Future of iGaming?

Posted on January 23, 2017January 29, 2024 by giftsadmin

Some players simply like the fact that the dealer is actually a real person and they can see a deck of cards in their hand, rather than hoping to be the benefactor of a randomly generated set of cards from a computer.

Casino in a taxi (and other strange casino facts)

Posted on January 15, 2017January 29, 2024 by giftsadmin

Did you know that the world’s largest slot machine tournament ever took place at Muckleshoot Casino in Washington, USA - with 3, 173 players hitting the machines simultaneously? Keep reading for more interesting, historical and just plain weird facts about casinos.

Should I Ditch My Cards In Favour of a Mouse?

Posted on January 13, 2017June 19, 2024 by giftsadmin

From poker and baccarat to blackjack, most would say there are some subtle nuances that exist in a real setting that just aren't there online. Indeed, as you gently riffle the cards in front of you and feel the rub of the plastic coating, you start to run through some of the difference between live and online betting in your favourite game, blackjack.

Five Ways Las Vegas Casinos Attempt to Manipulate Your Judgment

Posted on January 10, 2017January 29, 2024 by giftsadmin

These techniques are theatrical and involve controlling a guest's focus, attention, and perceptions. But once you realize what's going on, you are less susceptible to their power.

3 Great Trading Card Games for All Ages

Posted on December 24, 2016April 1, 2019 by giftsadmin

Love playing cards? Then you should love some of these trading card game picks. Unlike regular playing cards, the charm of a trading card deck is that the player can create their own deck using cards they have collected.

Eating Card Games: When College Drinking Grows Up

Posted on December 20, 2016May 14, 2023 by giftsadmin

For your next holiday party, or just any excuse for a party on a random Friday night, here are some card inspired eating games with recommended dishes that are most satisfying.

I never laugh until I’ve had my coffee

Posted on December 15, 2016December 1, 2023 by giftsadmin

Let's make 2017 the year we start to support Fair Trade as much as we can and what better place to start than your morning cup of coffee? Or the coffee you serve at your bridge club, card party or tournaments?

How to wrestle the one-armed bandit online

Posted on December 10, 2016July 7, 2021 by giftsadmin

A slot machine, or one-armed bandit, is a gambling machine with three or more reels that spin when a button is pushed (or a lever pulled). The 'poker hands' that are created when the reels finish spinning are what determines the prize payouts.

Everything Cards: Gifts for Xmas

Posted on December 3, 2016June 19, 2024 by giftsadmin

Everything Cards: Gifts for Xmas

By Alex J. Coyne

Gift-time is coming up, and what do you get the card player who has everything? Well, more things for their games room, of course – it’s impossible that they could have everything… Check out some gift ideas here.

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Quick Guide to 9 Great Card Flicks

Posted on November 8, 2016August 9, 2017 by giftsadmin

If you love both cards and movies, what's better than movies about card games? Here are some classics that you should add to your next games night. How many more can you come up with?

What My Husband and I Learned Playing Old Maid

Posted on July 21, 2016March 17, 2024 by giftsadmin

My husband and I decided not to buy each other expensive presents for our birthdays, but I wanted to get him something, some little thing that would ease his work stress. So I went to Target and hit the party supply aisle. (For my fortieth birthday I had a My Little Pony party. And, yes, I do have a My Little Pony deck of cards.) I bought him a Star Wars birthday banner,

Five Reasons Your Children Should Play Cards

Posted on July 17, 2016December 1, 2023 by giftsadmin

Five Reasons Your Children Should Play Cards

Looking for the next fun activity for your kids this summer? Shuffle up a deck of cards!

One of the oldest, most traditional pastime activities, card games can bring your children tremendous benefits through developing basic life skills. It’s a great way to spend family time together and also learn more about each other. Try a competitive round of Crazy Eights to find out!