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January 21, 2010
Littlewoods Gaming started in 1923 and became a household name for the Littlewoods Pools, which is involved in betting on the results of football matches. Thanks to its good reputation in gambling, Littlewoods Casino is a name their online players can trust.
Littlewoods Casino boasts a vast array of online slots, offers many poker games, roulette, craps and even online keno. For someone who is looking for a wide choice of games for their online gambling experience, Littlewoods Casino has plenty to offer. The site also offers instructions on how to play each game, which is very helpful for the first time player.
Getting started playing is simple; just download the Online Casino software, install it, and start to play. The website has full step by step instructions on how to do it to make it even more straightforward. You even have the option to ‘practice’ play rather than play with real money.
If you choose to play for real money, there are many options you can use to deposit into your Littlewoods Casino account, such as standard debit and credit cards and also internet options such as PayPal, Moneybookers and Neteller.
Littlewoodscasino.com implements responsible gaming policies on its site, including deposit limits, disallowing players under the age of 18 and helping to prevent compulsive gambling by training staff to spot when a player may have a problem. The site also reminds you that there are no ‘sure things’, no formulas and no ‘cheats’ to help you win; gambling is a game of chance, and the online casino is purely for entertainment only.
January 18, 2010
Online casino Jackpotcity.com was launched in 1998, and is owned by Belle Rock Entertainment. The site has over 400 online casino games, plus 18 progressive jackpot games; some of these games include Online Slots, Online Poker, Online Roulette, and Online Baccarat. Jackpotcity.com also boasts tournament versions of blackjack and slots, and even has online scratch cards.
Getting started is simple as the games can be played either on a downloadable version or a standard flash version, with just the click of your mouse. With many ways to top up your account including standard debit and credit cards, plus many internet services such as Neteller and Click2Pay, and also Direct Bank Transfer, it is a very straightforward site to use.
Jackpotcity.com has a high payout ratio of 97.48% which has been reviewed by independent auditors (and is done so annually), and has a quick payout of winnings, depending on the method chosen; the site aims to have your money to you within approximately 48 hours.
The site promises secure encrypted payment processing with a complete audit trail for all your credit transactions for your own safety and peace of mind. They are also committed to responsible gaming, implementing procedures such as ‘Over 18s Only’ access to the site, self imposed limits on deposits and self exclusion for those who are concerned about their gaming habits.
Jackpotcity.com offers 24 hour, seven day a week support via live chat, email and telephone, and the site is available in 16 different languages.
December 28, 2009
Having been around since 1996, the award winning InterCasino.com is one of the oldest online casinos available. The site was voted the best online casino for five years running, from 2003 to 2007 by Gambling Online Magazine.
Intercasino.com has over 180 games available including online roulette, poker, slot games and blackjack meaning there is plenty to keep even the most hardened online casino player from being bored. For new players the site conveniently offers a full list of game rules for each game available to play. Intercasino.com offers many monthly promotions as an added perk for the player.
Getting started with Intercasino.com couldn’t be easier; simply download the casino software, install it onto your computer and you are ready to play. There is also an ‘instant play’ option for those not able to or not wishing to download the software. Payments to your account are through cheque, debit or credit cards, or you also have internet options such as Neteller and Moneybookers.
Intercasino.com implements the responsible gaming policy and the site software allows the player to set his or her own limits on deposits, session limits and also session time played. The site also does not allow persons under the age of 18 to participate in its games.
Intercasino.com offers 24 hour, seven day a week customer service. They can be contacted via telephone and email and aim to answer all enquiries sent via email within 24 hours. The site even offers an email address for their casino manager for those who require a little extra help.
December 03, 2009
Littlewoods gaming was established in 1923, and made its mark as a frontrunner in the gambling arena.
Their website, littlewoodscasino.com, will not disappoint passionate gamblers because they have a vast array of betting and gaming opportunities. Of course, they feature the traditional blackjack, roulette, and poker, but having the addition of the game, Littlewoods football, gave them an identity in the online casino market. They also have big prizes and rewards available every day to players all over the world.
A beginner in gambling? Fear not! Littlewoods Casino provides a venue to learn the games, especially poker, in their Expert Poker School.
The company is committed to provide entertainment in a safe and fair manner. Thus, they do not tolerate players who act unjustly. They assigned the computer itself to be the dealer of the games and they use an MD5 Random Number Generator (RNG), to give out random numbers to all the games that Littlewood Casino offers. They really take pride in their integrity and honesty.
Furthermore, players are given the opportunity to keep track of the games they play and their results. Plus, the amounts lost or gained are also stated. Everything is clear and transparent.
To reward faithful gamers, who have accumulated 150,000 bonus points and have deposited at least £2500, they upgrade the status of the player to VIP and automatically put him/her into the VIP club. Members can enjoy luxurious benefits—personal gifts, bonuses, tickets to major sports events, a personal account executive to take care of their money matters, and many more perks.
November 30, 2009
Online gamblers are not only looking for the best online casino games. They also care very much about the benefits offered by an online casino. Whether you’re a high roller or a casual gambler, it always pays to register in an online casino that can give you more than what you’ve simply won on a table. Besides, we’re talking about money and there’s nothing better than cash raining like manna from heaven.
Most gamblers check the promotions offered by online casinos. One of the best promotions offered comes from the World’s #1 online casino, Intercasino. Once you register and make a deposit, your deposit will automatically increase, depending on the percentage of the bonus amount that corresponds to it.
If you want a reward or bonus personally tailored to your needs, InterCasino offers My Cash Rewards. The tagline “it’s all about you” does not exist for nothing. You can earn a private bonus every month. Before the end of each month, you will receive three promotional emails based on three different games (Slots, Table Games, and Blackjack) in your registered account. Participate in one of these games and you’ll have a chance to win bonus cash.
You can also experience a winning Thursday with Thrillday bonus. For a certain month, three bonus codes representing a 50%, 25%, or 10% bonus will be released every Thursday. All you have to do is pick a code, register it, make a deposit, and receive a bonus depending on the percentage of the bonus code entered.
And if you want to be part of the best loyalty programme at an online casino, Intercasino’s Cashback Club automatically takes you in as soon as you start playing. For every game played, Cashback points are earned. If you reach up to 5,000 points, you will receive a cash reward automatically.
November 20, 2009
William Hill, one of the world’s leading names in the gaming and gambling industry, hosts various online casino games like the famous Blackjack, Roulette, Slots, and Video Poker, and table games like Baccarat, Red Dog, and Craps, to name a few. But William Hill has another set of online casino games for the avid gambler. These are slot games with unique features.
The famous logic game called Sudoko has been adapted for online slot players and is featured in William Hill’s online casino. You can play one game at a time or go for the autoplay feature and bet as low as £1 up to £40 per game. A bonus game with five free spins will be triggered once seven Sudoku numbers appear. If you collect all 27 red Sudoku numbers during the bonus, you’ll win a bonus prize of £8,000 multiplied by your line bet. You also have the option to play rows, columns, or both.
Bejeweled is a slots game that’s inspired by the online gem-matching game. Connect three jewels side by side and once a reel falls, you can win instantly. You could win up to 20,000 times your bet in the jackpot round.
Similar to Bejeweled is Cubis. Create winning combinations with coloured cubes and you can win up to 50,000 coins per game.
Jewel Quest is another unique slots game from William Hill that gives a generous payout of 2,000 times your line bet per game. The objective is to place your bet (from £1 to £500) and match consecutive artefacts like gold coins, skulls, or diamonds until the tiles turn to gold. Gold tiles will unlock a bonus prize and allow you to proceed to the next level.
Other unique games include Break the Bank, which offers £100,000 in cash if you break the 9-digit combination of a bank vault, and Scratch Cards that you have to scratch and match three combinations to win prizes.
October 28, 2009
One of the leaders in the global online gaming industry is 888.com. This online source uses Casino-on-net and Pacific Poker rooms as its venues, providing the best gambling products and giving customers a fun, safe, fair, and secure gambling experience.
Some of the featured games include Roulette, Crazy Blackjack, Craps, Keno, and Baccarat. The downloadable casino software also hosts a wide array of video slots from Slot Century to Freaky Fruit, plus various Progressive Jackpot Classic Slot Machines, Classic Video Slot Machines, and various video poker versions. The poker room also provides poker enthusiasts with games such as Texas Hold’em, Omaha Hi, and 7-stud.
888.com promotes responsible gaming, therefore not allowing anyone under the age of 18 to play any of the online games. With thousands of transactions daily, 888.com also provides tight security for the financial transaction of their customers. Credit card processing for online gamblers is safely handled by Intersafe Global Limited, ensuring that all data transfers are secured and stored with protection using the latest firewall security.
To ensure fair play, 888.com uses a Random Number Generator (RNG) to generate random results. The results are also reviewed on a monthly basis by professional auditors.
888.com takes pride in its reputation to guarantee customer satisfaction by offering 24-hour, 7 days a week customer service assistance in 11 different languages by phone, email, and live online chat.
888.com also received numerous awards, including the Gold Readers Choice Award for TOP CASINO by The Gambling Online Magazine Awards 2007 and Casino of the Year by Egaming Awards 2007.
October 09, 2009
Jackpot City, one of the most prominent online casino websites, is managed by a very reputable company—Belle Rock Entertainment. The company has been in the online gambling industry for over ten years already. It was created by the Carmen Media Group Limited, and is based in Gibraltar.
Aside from Jackpot City, Belle Rock Entertainment also operates River Belle, Striking Gold, Lucky Nugget Online Casino, and a few more websites. All websites that Belle Rock Entertainment manages have been granted a Seal of Approval from the eCOGRA. This implies that they have quick payment of winnings. Moreover, they guarantee that their game results are random and fair and that they adhere to the rules and regulations of gambling.
Belle Rock Entertainment makes sure they offer enticing rewards, prizes, and bonuses when you gamble in any of their subsidiary websites.
Whether you are in the mood for Blackjack or Roulette, or whether you are an amateur poker player or expert in craps, they have got you covered!
One interesting feature that Belle Rock Entertainment offers in all their websites is Online Video Poker. They allow players to play with more than one hand at a time every session—to the delight of fanatic gamblers!
With all the exciting features that Bell Rock Entertainment provides, avid gamblers must be grateful to Tim Johnson, Chairman of the Carmen Media Group Limited. He is not a stranger to the gambling arena, as he inherited the wealth of knowledge and experience from his grandfather. He has certainly made his mark as an icon in the industry, having been in charge of the operation of several gambling businesses in the UK. He remains as the leader of the group as they strive to be one of the top-notch companies in the gambling industry.
September 29, 2009
Most online gamblers seek nothing but thrills induced by competition. This fast-paced and fun way of gambling has allowed online casinos to set up tournaments. In the Jackpot City online casino, tournaments are held for those who enjoy the adrenaline-pumping ride that competition brings. The multiplayer blackjack tournament is one of those that Jackpot City has in store for its members and the best part about it is that it comes for free.
The first step is for the online gambler to download the free casino software. After the initial login, the gambler should then proceed to the Tournaments section and open the Blackjack folder. Two types of tournaments are available: the Scheduled and the Sit ‘n’ Go.
Scheduled Blackjack tournaments have a specific start and end time. The number of players who can join depends on the tournament requirements. If the minimum number of players is not reached, the tournament will be cancelled. As for Sit ‘n’ Go, only a limited number of players are allowed to play within a set time frame. Once the required number has entered the tournament, the game will start. Joining scheduled Blackjack and Sit ‘n’ Go is only allowed if the status says “open” or that players are required, respectively.
Once the gambler enters a desired tournament, a pop-up notification message will appear a minute before the start of the game. At the beginning of the game, a gambler will be given a certain amount of tournament credits, similar to that of the other players. These credits have no cash-out or monetary value. They simply serve as counters for the tournament. In the event of a tie, the starting player with more tournament credits will get the higher ranking. If two players have the same number of credits at the start of the tournament, the player next to the starting player will get the higher ranking.
No entry fee is needed for these blackjack tournaments.
September 27, 2009
Las Vegas is a gambler’s haven and the home of the world’s best casinos. Every gambling aficionado knows that the glitz and glamour of Vegas is incomparable. But if flying all the way to the United States just to gamble your moolah is out of the question, there’s always another way to experience Vegas: the online casino.
The big question is, which one can give you Vegas? Gambling Planet, an online source for gambling and online casinos, gives us five of the top online casinos based on overall service and reliability:
1. Europa Casino – This uniquely themed and user-friendly casino is run by the pros of Casino del Rio, Vegas Red, and more. It offers more than 100 games and can offer a whopping €2,400 in bonuses. It also accepts a variety of payment methods and offers international customer support via phone and email.
2. Eurogrand – Available in 19 different languages, this online casino is frequented by visitors worldwide. It uses the popular Playtech software, which is considered to be good, stable and really fast. It holds more than 60 popular casino games with stunning graphics. There’s also a good selection of progressive jackpots.
3. Casino Tropez – With more than a hundred games and an option to play in dollars, euros or British pounds, Casino Tropez is indeed one of the best casinos online. There’s also an attractive €3,000 welcome bonus plus more than 100 state-of-the-art Las Vegas style casino games.
4. William Hill Casino – This is one of the world’s leading betting companies and also considered to be the fastest UK-based Internet gambling site online. Its online casino uses Boss Media software and offers more than 100 games. If you want that classy casino feel, William Hill is the place.
5. Millionaire Online Casino – Take your gambling skills to the next level with this online casino. It hosts unique tournaments weekly, including slots and blackjack tournaments, to name a few. It also gives an attractive $1000 bonus to new players.