Resorts World Sentosa gets Singapore's First Casino License

Resorts World at Sentosa has been awarded its casino licence. It is the first of Singapore's two integrated resorts to get the go ahead for its casino operations. Although the opening date of the casino at Resort World has not been announced, preparations are in full swing. Resorts World Sentosa chairman Lim Kok Thay said: "We are very happy to have received the casino licence. This was made possible by the dedicated team, consultants, contractors and government officials, especially the Casino Regulatory Authority, which worked tirelessly to set up the regulatory framework within a very agressive timeline."

There will be 19 types of games available, ranging from the popular ones like baccarat and roulette and newer games like money wheel and three-card poker.If everything goes well, by this Lunar New Year, Singapore's first Casino will be open to public! Updates will follow....

Adelaide Casino - Adelaide, South Australia.

Adelaide Casino, is South Australia's only casino. It is located within Adelaide's magnificently restored & historic Railway Station building, providing some 90 gaming tables and 950 gaming machines. Table games include roulette, blackjack, Casino War, craps, Caribbean stud poker, baccarat and poker.

The Casino is also Adelaide's premier entertainment venue, boasting several bars, function areas and restaurants. These feature live music on almost a daily basis, from a wide range of bands, DJ's and artists. The Casino also plays host to several large scale events, including annual fashion shows, live sport screenings and the biggest New Years Eve celebrations in Adelaide. Signals Bistro, SkyCity Adelaide Casino's newest restaurant, features an outdoor balcony and views overlooking the River Torrens.

SkyCity Adelaide Casino is part of the SkyCity Group of Casinos, with sister casinos in New Zealand.

Waterfront Cebu City Hotel & Casino - Cebu, Philippines

At the center of the Cebu, also known as the 'Queen City of the South', is Waterfront Cebu City Hotel & Casino, one of the Philippines' famous landmarks. Located 30 minutes from Mactan International Airport, and a stone's throw away from the city's financial district and best attractions, Waterfront Cebu city Hotel & Casino is the place to go and stay when in Cebu. Waterfront has seven restaurants and a hotel with 438 rooms.

Waterfront is the ultimate international gaming area that is perfect for the distinct traveler. The variety of popular games available is guaranteed to usher in fun and excitement for every visitor. The Casino Filipino is Asia's first theme casino that reflects Cebu's famous and historic old Filipino town plaza. Enjoy playing under a glittering starlit skyscape promising endless fun and outstanding entertainment. The casino's gaming space features 429 gaming machines and sixty-one table games.

Resorts World Manila - Philippines

This casino was opened in July 2009. It is located on a former airbase, and is part of the newly established Newport Entertainment and Commercial Centre located in Newport City , a luxurious entertainment destination located across the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) Terminal 3. This airport is Manila's international airport, and most flights coming into the country originate or terminate here. Its opening has doubled the number of table games available in the city. It is part of the famed Resorts group, and has affiliates in Genting Highlands, Malaysia and, in the very near future, Singapore, with the upcoming opening of Resorts World Sentosa. Mariott hotel has also opened in this complex.

Conrad Jupiters Hotel & Casino - Gold Coast, Australia

Conrad Jupiters Hotel & Casino is great for business trips or a leisure holidays - the perfect place to be while you enjoy all the excitement of the sensational Gold Coast. Boasting a variety of gold coast accommodation options including 2 penthouses, 29 Suites and 603 Luxury Rooms. Relax in five-star luxury with first class entertainment, seven restaurants, eight trendy bars, a live international stage spectacular and of course, the 24-hour casino.

Jupiters Casino is a non-stop hub of excitement and action, with more than 70 table games and more than 1,300 gaming machines.

Situated on Broadbeach Island, in the heart of Queensland's famous Gold Coast, the Conrad Jupiters Hotel & Casino is a 20-minute drive from the Coolangatta Airport and just over an hour from Brisbane Airport. From contemporary and international cuisine to bountiful buffets or quick snacks, the onsite five world-class restaurants cater to every taste. For visitors from Asia, AirAsia flies daily from Kuala Lumpur right to the Gold Coast airport at Coolangatta, saving you the extra hour journey from the Brisbane airport.

Resorts World Sentosa to open on Jan 20! (Singapore)

Resorts World Sentosa, will begin opening its doors in phases from January 20. The resort said its four hotels - Crockfords Tower (see picture), Hotel Michael, Festive Hotel and Hard Rock Hotel Singapore (see picture)- will be opened on that day. The integrated resort (IR) said it is working closely with the authorities to obtain approvals for Universal Studios Singapore, which will open next. As for the casino's opening date, it will be announced when the IR gets notice of its casino licence. Together, the four hotels offer a combined inventory of 1,350 rooms and 10 restaurant outlets at their opening. Another two hotels at the resort - Equarius Hotel and Spa Villas - will add another 500 rooms when they are launched in phase two after this year. The IR will also open the world's largest Marine Life Park and its Maritime Experiential Museum in the second phase.

Paradise Walker Hill Casino - Seoul, South Korea

Paradise Walker Hill Casino is a foreigners only casino, operating inside the Sheraton Walker Hill Hotel, from where you can enjoy a fine view of the Han river nearby. This casino offers Baccarat, Black Jack, Roulette, Tai-Sai among others, and a variety of table games as well. The game tables are equipped Las Vegas style, and are the finest quality in Korea. It operates 24 hours a day, and about 400,000 foreign tourists come to enjoy casino games here. It is perhaps more famous outside the country than within it, and it has staff members who are fluent in many languages to serve the customers’ needs.