Largest Casinos in the World
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Which are the largest casinos in the world? Which casino has the largest number of visitors? Are they all built around gambling?
There are over 8,500 casinos located across the globe. The US now has the most casinos (1,092), followed by Italy (813) and France (721).
Gambling is a huge part of the global economy. In 2013, it was estimated that Americans spent nearly $300 billion each year on gambling activities. According to research from the University of Nevada at Las Vegas (UNLV), 80 percent of those who gamble would rather play slots or poker — even though they know they might lose their money.
In this post, we talk about the biggest casinos in the world. Read on.
Largest Casinos in the World
1. MGM Resorts International
MGM Resorts International owns and operates some of the world’s best-known hotel brands including Mandalay Bay, Bellagio, Mirage, New York, Luxor, Excalibur, Monte Carlo, Venetian Macao, and more. This makes MGM one of the biggest names in gaming. However, there’s more to the company than just its hotels and casinos – it also runs real estate businesses such as MGM Grand Hotel & Casino, CityCenter, and Park MGM, along with several other entertainment ventures.
That said, many people don’t realize that MGM is not only home to top hotel resorts but also an operator of numerous casinos worldwide. With almost 9,000 rooms and suites spread out over these resorts, you can be sure of quality service wherever your stay takes you.
For example, Bellagio features the largest movie theatre in the world while the newest resort property in America, MGM Springfield, offers luxury accommodations and amenities. It’s no wonder why the American Gaming Association recently gave the company its title for Best Overall Operator 2016.
2. Wynn Resort & Encore Boston Harbor
Largest Casinos in the World: Wynn Resort & Encore Boston Harbor
The second place is occupied by Wynn Resorts. Founded in 1966, this is one of North America’s leading hospitality companies that currently manages and operates six major properties spanning three continents. Each property has something special that sets them apart from the competition: Encore Boston Harbor, for example, sports the tallest observation wheel in North America, alongside an ice skating rink, while Wynn Las Vegas is home to one of the most luxurious spas in the U.S.
While both offer an experience unlike any other, Wynn Boston Harbor is very different from the rest — offering the largest collection of premium suites in the country, alongside first-rate dining options. After all, if you live near one of the premier cities in the Northeast, why wouldn’t you book a suite here?
3. Caesars Entertainment
Caesars Entertainment owns and/or operates 15 casinos throughout the United States, with eight of its properties having been rated among TripAdvisor’s elite resorts. These include the iconic Caesar’s Palace in Las Vegas, where they hold the title for being the highest-grossing casino on Earth; Harrah’s Cherokee Place, which boasts four restaurants ranked among Forbes magazine’s “100 Best Restaurants in the US” list; The LINQ Promenade, a multi-million dollar shopping-dining complex; and Flamingo, which holds the distinction of being the most profitable casino in the world.
Other notable U.S. properties include The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands Singapore; The Cromwell in Palm Beach Gardens Florida; and Paris, France. Outside North America, Caesars Entertainment operates and/or owns 15 casinos in seven countries across five continents.
4. Stanley Ho CASINO
Mr. Stanley Ho has built his fortune through sheer force of will — when he took control of the gaming industry back in 1963, there were no laws or licenses regarding what games could or couldn’t be played in a casino. In fact, he pioneered table gameplay to levels unheard of in Asia at the time. Today, his Caesars World group of casinos includes two locations in Macau (City of Dreams and Golden Dragon); three in Las Vegas (Bellagio, Palms, and Flamingo), and one each in one of the biggest cities in the world.
5. Melco CrownCrown ResortsCasino & Land Development Limited
With operations stretching around the world, Canada was always going to be an important market for Melco crown. But it wasn’t until 2009 when it finally opened the doors to guests — with MELCO Crown (formerly Melco CRS).
Located within a sprawling 300 acres area in Richmond BC, this impressive landmass consists of multiple casinos, a convention center, theme parks, retail space, and residential housing. There are even plans to have a gondola lift passengers up into the nearby Seymour mountain range used for skiing during the winter months. If that wasn’t enough, MELCO Crown is host to the prestigious annual Canadian Grand Prix Formula One race each July.
Conclusion
In conclusion, these are just some of the best places to go gambling in the world. As many readers know, I love traveling and playing cards so it makes sense that I would enjoy myself at the top destinations for craps.
With that said, everyone seems to have their own favorite city and each offers a unique experience. Some may prefer the action at the poker tables, while others enjoy watching professional athletes compete at the roulette wheels.
However, all of us can agree that nowhere else does the thrill of rolling dice feel quite like it does right outside of your home — no matter which city we chose as our final destination.
