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January 29, 2010
Many a potential gambler is attracted to the idea of becoming a skilled player and making money using his or her computer.
Surveys show that people who would never have dreamt of walking into a betting shop or a casino are perfectly happy to log on to online casino sites such as Spin City, 888 and Bet365 in the privacy of their own homes.
This applies especially to women and online gambling has had a positive influence at least to the extent that gambling is no longer a male preserve.
However, the bad press often surrounding Internet scams and lack of security in online transactions perhaps puts off potential online gamblers. These are real issues, of course, and criminals are never far behind where money-making innovations are involved, but some common sense and responsibility are all that is needed to overcome such concerns.
A prestigious and trusted name such as Littlewoods, Ladbrokes or William Hill inspires confidence and all three now have online versions of their more traditional gambling activities. So, a nervous online gambler might first try these sites before venturing into more pure online versions such as Intercasino.
Jackpot City for example, features a very wide selection of casino games such as backjack and roulette and there are full instructions on how to get started. This consists of downloading the necessary software, opening an account and making a small deposit.
There is also the comfort of having help and support at hand either over the phone or through live chat.
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.
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.
November 05, 2009
If you have never played bingo before you will need to choose between playing the game in a high street bingo hall or at home on your computer. There are some disadvantages to playing online bingo instead of visiting your local bingo hall.
One of the main disadvantages is the lack of interaction. Bingo was originally introduced to the UK as a form of socially interactive entertainment. People old and young would visit their local bingo halls to spend an evening out with their friends and family. While online bingo games have chat rooms where you can communicate with other players, some critics argue that playing bingo online is not a substitute for social interaction.
Local bingo halls run events with a beginning and an end. Online bingo is completely different in that it is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. If you are playing alone in your home it is tempting to play for long periods, which may not be healthy. When playing at home remember to take regular breaks. You can set up a game so that it plays in your absence so you won’t miss a game if you want a break.
Leading on from this is the fact that it can lead to gambling problems. When playing online you are exposed to other games such as scratch cards and slot games. It is also incredibly easy with a few clicks to enter other related sites where you can graduate to other more serious games such as black jack or roulette.
October 20, 2009
Playing slots in a live casino can be very exciting. The sounds, the colours, the lights, and your fellow ecstatic gamblers can surely spark that gambling adrenaline of yours. Playing online slots can also give the same effect, except, of course, for the fact that everything you see is virtual. But the truth of the matter is that online slots are more advantageous to gamblers.
First, consider the convenience. You can play online slots anytime, anywhere, even if your town doesn’t have a single casino joint. You don’t even have to spend anything to fly yourself to that energetic city called Vegas. And if your favourite slot machine is already taken, that’s not going to be a problem online because online casinos will give you your preferred slot machine right away.
Online casinos also offer free games and that, of course, includes playing slots for free. Would you risk your money in a live casino without even practising? Of course not. Practising online can give you the right boost to win an actual slots game.
Privacy could be an issue for most people. Winning in live casinos draws a lot of attention, which a few people might find quite uncomfortable, especially if it’s a jackpot moment and the slot starts to buzz like a yelping lunatic. Playing online slots will not expose you and your cash. Only you and the online casino will know the results. If you win, you don’t have to worry about celebrating with a cartwheel. You don’t have to worry about that “spy” beside you and you don’t even have to wait in line to have your money changed (which can be very unnerving if people see how much you have).
Finally, playing live slots can be very confusing with all the buttons to press and the play that seems to keep on going. Online slots are the total opposite. You can take time to make your move and to even note what you’ve done, giving you the opportunity to play better and win more.
October 05, 2009
As well as the main online bingo games there are other games that can be played on a typical online bingo site. In most cases, the prizes are cash and are normally credited to your account if you win.
Most online bingo sites offer scratch cards which operate in the same way as normal scratch cards. You usually play these by clicking on a play button and a scratch card will load. You use the mouse and cursor to select the panel you want to scratch.
Slot machines are also available on most online bingo sites. The rules vary but work on the principle of matching figures in a line. You will need to decide how much money you want to bet, or your stake. Once you have selected your stake, you can then click to see how much money you could potentially win.
Companies in the gambling industry such as Littlewoods and William Hill also run casinos on their sites which include games such as poker, black jack, roulette and even horse racing. As with the slot machines, you will need to decide the size of your stake and place a bet.
Before participating in these games it’s advisable to read the instructions thoroughly before playing. Pay attention to how you select a stake since mistakes may not be easily rectified later. Make sure you know the rules of the games you are playing and make sure your broadband connection is reliable, since many of these games rely on real-time choices that must be made by the player.
August 25, 2009
The Rushmore casino has established itself among the industry’s elite by a combination of customer service and large bonuses.
Rushmore utilises state-of-the-art RealTimeGaming Software to provide more than 90 games. It offers the best of Vegas-style games, including numerous varieties of blackjack, slots, baccarat, craps, video poker, and much more.
Rushmore attracts many players by its hard-to-resist joining bonus of $888. Each new player also receives free monthly bonus rewards. All customers have access to a support team available 24/7 by phone, e-mail, or live chat. Rushmore’s transparent gaming environment includes the ability of each player to access his or her casino account at any time and review any bet placed, including the date, time, amount, and results.
A player at the Rushmore online casino has an astounding array of table games to choose from, including American or European roulette, craps, keno, dice, lucky 8’s, magic 7’s, blackjack, baccarat, Caribbean poker, face up 21, let ‘em ride, and a dozen more. Video slots include Crystal Waters, Treasure Chamber, Enchanted Garden, Sevens and Stripes, Prince of Sherwood, Paradise Dreams, Diamond Dozen, Aztec’s Millions, Jackpot Piñatas, and some 60 more! The choice of video poker includes 7 stud, bonus deuces wild, loose deuces, sevens wild, bonus poker, double double bonus poker, and a dozen more.
With its high cash bonuses, support system, and 97.9 percent payout record, Rushmore is ranked 9.7 out of 10 by the well respected Online Casino Bluebook, No. 2 in the Top 10 Online Casinos of 2009.
August 21, 2009
Slots games are hugely popular as they are absolute fun! People can now enjoy slot games in a variety of ways – they can visit the familiar casinos, join the game in a neighbourhood bar, or even play online from the comfort of their homes. Online slots games score over their rivals for a number of reasons: a) you don’t need to get dressed for going to a casino b) you can play as long as you like with no one disturbing you c) you don’t have to quit as others are waiting in the queue and d) playing slots games at home costs less than playing at a casino.
However, playing slots games at live casinos have their own unique charm. Try as you may, you cannot recreate the atmosphere and intensity of a brick-and-mortar casino at home while playing online. The thrill of a live casino is missing at home. Slots games at a live casino involving several players are often a nice experience; it is much easier to interact with the other slots players who are playing around you.
One of the greatest things about slots games is that they are available in various types suited to people of various tastes and skills. The variety of slot games is amazing, to say the least. Today’s slot machines are an excellent combination of multimedia displays. An interested player can find in them a variety of betting combinations and paytables. For those who are still fond of the classic slots styles, there are those old world slot machines as well. When one plays slots games, he/she needs no skills – these games are just about randomness and probabilities and therefore, highly enjoyable to one and all. But take care not to pay more than what you decided to be a reasonable amount for the fun you are having from the games.
August 11, 2009
Acropolis Casinos is an online casino licensed and registered in Curacao. It is owned and operated by Leisure & Gaming PLC, based in the UK and traded on the London Stock Exchange. They deal exclusively in US dollars, Gibraltar pounds, and Euros. Along with safety and security a top priority, the site does their utmost to keep minors from participating.
Downloading is optional. For those who choose not to download, you can either play for fun or for real money. In this situation, the choices are approximately half of what you otherwise would have had. Downloaded, Acropolis offers over seventy casino games to play online as well as multiplayer games.
There are seven categories from which to choose: single-, multi-line, and video slots, casino specials, progressive jackpots, video poker, and table and card games. Their Progressive Casino Jackpot section also offers a wide selection of games such as Caribbean Poker, Gold Rally, Fruit Mania, Wall St. Fever, Cine R Ama, Diamond Valley, Mega Jacks, Safe Cracker, and Mega Ball. Wagering and payments are prompt but they can be confusing. It is a good idea to read the instructions before going through with any financial transactions.
Acropolis offers 100% first deposit bonuses. Bonuses are generously handed out but are unredeemable. However, it is possible to partially cash them out as part of your winnings. For example, if you won $300, you would get $200 from your winnings and $100 from your bonus. It is important to note that Acropolis has not been accepting deposits from US residents since October, 2006.