A casino, also known as a gambling house, is an establishment for certain types of gambling. Casinos are often combined with hotels, restaurants, retail shops and/or other tourist attractions. They are also known for hosting live entertainment events, such as concerts and stand-up comedy acts. Some casinos are also known for hosting international poker tournaments.
The idea behind a casino is that patrons gamble away their money, hoping to get lucky and win big. But while a bit of luck is certainly involved, the vast majority of the time, it’s the house that comes out on top. That’s why casinos spend a great deal of money on security. Cameras monitor everything from the casino floor to the ceiling and a room full of banks of security monitors can be adjusted by security workers to focus on suspicious patrons.
Something about the large amounts of money handled within a casino encourages some people to cheat and steal. That’s why casinos take major steps to protect themselves, their patrons and even their suppliers. Counterfeit detection equipment and security cameras watch the building, paper shredders ensure that records are not stolen and a whole host of other tools are in place to protect casinos from fraud.
The biggest casino in the world, Galaxy Macau, is a high-end resort that combines some of the world’s most luxurious hotel brands into one massive facility with hundreds of table games and slots, 115 dining options and a huge spa. It’s all set among a beautiful backdrop of luxury and glamour, with an impressive roster of celebrity-endorsed shows and events.