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Understanding Gambling in Florida

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Florida is fast becoming a popular gambling location in the United States, but like other states in the country, the gambling laws aren’t clearly defined. It is against the law for a company to operate a commercial casino. A commercial casino is one that serves to make profit, which to be honest, is the objective of casinos to start with. However, the law does not stop there, and there are many gaps which provide individuals with wealth opportunities. It is these gaps that have been exploited to make Florida one of the gambling capitals in the US.

Indian Casinos

Indian gaming regulations permit some tribes to register and operate casinos, and similar gambling businesses. They span the length of the country, and there are a good number in Florida. The biggest Indian casino in Florida is the Seminole Hard Rock Casino and Hotel in Hollywood.

There are only two native Indian tribes in Florida; the Seminole is an Indian clan of about 2000 people, they operate six different casinos in the state, as well as Hard Rock Casino and Hotel in Tampa. The second Indian tribe is the Miccosukee Tribe, which is a close relative of the Seminole and consists of hundreds of members. They are renowned for sponsoring sporting and gaming competitions.

The Seminole tribe agreed to a contract which permits them to use Class III gaming machines in their casinos, such as blackjack, pai gow poker, three card poker, baccarat and more. The Miccosukee operate Class II gaming equipment like bingo, and other luck-inspired number games.

The minimum gambling age is 18 years, but players must be 21 years to play the electronic machines because they are addictive.

Casino Cruises

One way to circumvent local laws is by taking your casino into the sea where laws are no longer applicable. This may sound quite shrewd to observers, but the truth is that American casinos have been doing so for several decades. The boats are equipped with table games and slot machines- mind you, these aren’t ordinary boats, but plush yachts with many floors and facilities. They are a favorite among tourists who love to sight-see as they gamble away their vacation budget.

The games on each boat vary, but the bigger the boat, the more the offering. In fact, some offer gaming on bingo sites affiliated to them whilst aboard. The bingo games in particular are a big hit among adults and teenagers already used to playing bingo. The cruises allow them to play different variants of bingo against people from different backgrounds.

A lot of companies in Florida provide this service, and many of them (even celebrity cruises) run dozens of yachts and operate from the open seas. Legal gambling ages apply on the boats, but you must be 21 years to drink at the bar. Photo identification is used to verify age.

Race Tracks and Race Books

Two popular gambling activities in the state are Greyhound racing and horse racing, and you haven’t really experienced Florida gambling if you are yet to win or lose money on a dog race. You will be likely recommended one of these when you discuss things to do with the average local. The sun-kissed grounds of Florida are littered with numerous race tracks, and they promise an exciting experience for both men and women.

Casinos contain race books and TV monitors where you can watch your races, and rows of form information in isolated rooms to keep tabs on your bets. But for a genuine racing experience, visit a real race track and enjoy the sporting thrill first-hand. If you like horse riding then you’ll be interested to know that Heartland is filmed in High River.

Florida is a gambling-friendly state. In addition to the points noted above, it is also one of a few state in the US where lotteries are legal. Poker, generally noted as a game of talent, can be played in both casinos and yachts. Florida is home to many poker professionals and amateurs.

So if you enjoy gambling, lovely sunsets, scenic golden beaches, and nicely tanned bodies, grab the next flight to Florida, because you will get no better elsewhere.

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