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  There’s nothing quite like seeing your horse in the lead down the runway. Throw in some slot play and that can be a great day at America’s racinos. This popular pairing of racing and casino gaming began in 1996 when Prairie Meadows racetrack in Iowa began searching for the funds to stay in business. […]

  Some of the most beautiful landscapes in the country await gamblers in the Pacific Northwest. From the Pacific Ocean to awe-inspiring mountains to streams and forests, it’s a natural wonderland. Tribal casinos here are almost as varied as the terrain, with megaresorts near large population centers and small operations, sometimes with just a few […]

  Slot fans love the thrill of seeing those mechanical or video reels spin. Maybe that bonus wheel, a pick’em game or some free spins will then make an appearance. The chance at an even much more massive win awaits when playing a progressive game—or at least the dream of a life-changing jackpot. But beyond […]

  A nice cocktail, a swimming pool, fine dining and some sensational slot play. Cruise ships have it all and there’s nothing quite like a getaway on the high seas. Those ocean breezes and a bit of sunshine can really help rejuvenate and take seagoers away from the daily grind. Today’s cruise ships also feature […]

  This is a new region for the Best of Slots and offers plenty in the way of relaxation, outdoor adventures and casino gaming. There’s nothing quite like a trip to the Caribbean, whether scuba diving, lounging at the beach or hitting the slot machines at night. Other great options include jet-skiing, hiking, ziplining through […]

  This city in western Mississippi has plenty of charm and gaming options. History lovers will really enjoy a trip to the site of a key Civil War battle from 1863. When visiting the area it’s certainly worth a trip to the vast Vicksburg National Military Park, which commemorates the battle and includes the Vicksburg […]

  Gambling, Southern charm, and some great cuisine is just a bit of what’s in store when visiting the Tunica area. Just a 45-minute drive from Memphis, the area hosts some of the best on-foot casino hopping in the country. Some great properties are closer together in Tunica than in other areas of the country, […]

  Indiana players have been legally placing bets since 1995, when newly legal riverboat casinos opened for business. Today, Southern Indiana’s collection of boats and barges on the Ohio River remain dockside. There’s no rolling on the river, though they were originally required to cruise. Many retain that riverboat look. Southern Indiana casinos draw not […]

  “The Biggest Little City in the World” has become a popular retirement option for many Americans in recent years and for good reason. The area just has so much to offer—and that goes for gamblers. Before the Sin City gambling boom, before the bright lights of the Vegas Strip, Reno was the gambling capital […]

  Since legalization in 2006, the Keystone State has become one of the nation’s casino industry leaders with a varied gaming landscape. That includes megaresorts with up to 5,000 slots on the gaming floor. Pennsylvania’s casinos are major attractions and usually set in areas that already attracted plenty of visitors. The state also leads the […]