By John Grochowski on Friday August 31, 2012

When casinos use continuous shufflers at blackjack tables, they eliminate the possibility of counting cards. You can’t get a handle on the relative proportions of high cards vs. low cards remaining to be played when cards that already have been dealt are shuffled back into play. That doesn’t affect basic strategy. For non-counters, your best plays for hitting, standing, splitting pairs and doubling down are the same regardless of the method of shuffling. (more…)

When casinos use continuous shufflers at blackjack tables, they eliminate the possibility of counting cards. You can’t get a handle on the relative proportions of high cards vs. low cards remaining to be played when cards that already have been dealt are shuffled back into play. That doesn’t affect basic…

By Travel Tunica on Thursday August 30, 2012

If you’re like me when it comes to food, then you wonder about where and what you are going to eat before your trip even starts. But you can put your worries to rest if you’re spending the day at Gold Strike. The resort has everything covered: drinks with live music, over-the-top buffet, ribs in a casual setting, plus an award-winning steak house that calls Gold Strike home. (more…)

If you’re like me when it comes to food, then you wonder about where and what you are going to eat before your trip even starts. But you can put your worries to rest if you’re spending the day at Gold Strike. The resort has everything covered: drinks with live…

By Travel Tunica on Wednesday August 29, 2012

The Tunica Convention & Visitors Bureau has been informed that many of our hotel and casino properties have had inquiries regarding Hurricane Isaac's effect on our area. Please note that the Tunica hospitality and tourism industry located in North Mississippi approximately 350 miles from the Gulf Coast will not be effected by Hurricane Isaac. We anticipate business as usual here in North Mississippi as we continue to prepare for the Labor Day weekend. (more…)

The Tunica Convention & Visitors Bureau has been informed that many of our hotel and casino properties have had inquiries regarding Hurricane Isaac's effect on our area. Please note that the Tunica hospitality and tourism industry located in North Mississippi approximately 350 miles from the Gulf Coast will not be…

By Travel Tunica on Monday August 27, 2012

It's hard to not be excited to talk about all the gaming options at a casino with the word “gold” right there in its name. With an award-wining slot machine selection, a team that will actually teach you how to play poker and high-rolling accommodations, Gold Strike is all about helping you find your pot of gold. (more…)

It's hard to not be excited to talk about all the gaming options at a casino with the word “gold” right there in its name. With an award-wining slot machine selection, a team that will actually teach you how to play poker and high-rolling accommodations, Gold Strike is all about…

By John Grochowski on Monday August 20, 2012

Slot jackpots occur randomly. There’s no way to tell when one might be coming. That goes for casino operators as well as for players. The people who run the casinos don’t know when the big hits are coming. Still, a reader was taken aback when she heard what a casino employee said one night. (more…)

Slot jackpots occur randomly. There’s no way to tell when one might be coming. That goes for casino operators as well as for players. The people who run the casinos don’t know when the big hits are coming. Still, a reader was taken aback when she heard what a casino…

By Travel Tunica on Thursday August 16, 2012

One of my favorite things on a trip is the hotel room, so I’m always disappointed if the hotel is underwhelming or looks like it was decorated before I graduated kindergarten. But Gold Strike doesn’t just supply the type of rooms you want to just sleep in and leave. One look at a Gold Strike room, and you'll see why Gold Strike has been voted as having the best hotel rooms in Tunica three years in a row. (more…)

One of my favorite things on a trip is the hotel room, so I’m always disappointed if the hotel is underwhelming or looks like it was decorated before I graduated kindergarten. But Gold Strike doesn’t just supply the type of rooms you want to just sleep in and leave. One…

By John Grochowski on Tuesday August 14, 2012

Streaks happen on the slot machines. They’re the product of random chance and normal probability, but they happen. Problem is, they don’t happen in any predictable way. There’s no way to tell when a hot streak is going to come, and once we’re in one, there’s no way to tell when it might end. If players could predict either, we could make a lot of money. (more…)

Streaks happen on the slot machines. They’re the product of random chance and normal probability, but they happen. Problem is, they don’t happen in any predictable way. There’s no way to tell when a hot streak is going to come, and once we’re in one, there’s no way to tell…

By Travel Tunica on Monday August 13, 2012

We love our visitors! And we want to make sure that we’re giving you the information you need to make your next vacation to Tunica an exceptional one. We would appreciate you taking 10 minutes of your time to give us your input. And if you submit your email address, you’ll be entered to win a Tunica Getaway. Just our way of saying “Thanks!” Click here to take our survey and make sure to submit your email address at the end to be entered to win one of multiple Tunica Getaways. The survey will end on September 15, 2012.  (more…)

We love our visitors! And we want to make sure that we’re giving you the information you need to make your next vacation to Tunica an exceptional one. We would appreciate you taking 10 minutes of your time to give us your input. And if you submit your email address,…

By Travel Tunica on Monday August 13, 2012

Yesterday’s Closing Ceremony signified the end of this year’s Summer Olympics. You could wait four more years to experience the pageantry, drama and excitement of sport’s greatest showcase, or you could head on over to TunicaTravel.tv  for an Olympics extravaganza that is totally Tunica. (more…)

Yesterday’s Closing Ceremony signified the end of this year’s Summer Olympics. You could wait four more years to experience the pageantry, drama and excitement of sport’s greatest showcase, or you could head on over to TunicaTravel.tv  for an Olympics extravaganza that is totally Tunica. (more…)

By Travel Tunica on Thursday August 9, 2012

This month, let’s explore what’s going on at Gold Strike. The resort includes a 50,000-square-foot casino, award-winning restaurants, the Millennium Theatre (which has featured performers such as Randy Travis and the Beach Boys), the Golden Reflections Spa and a convention center. I can’t wait to tell you about Gold Strike’s gaming, hotel and dining options as we move through the month. Fun fact: At 32 stories, it is known as one of the tallest buildings in Mississippi. (more…)

This month, let’s explore what’s going on at Gold Strike. The resort includes a 50,000-square-foot casino, award-winning restaurants, the Millennium Theatre (which has featured performers such as Randy Travis and the Beach Boys), the Golden Reflections Spa and a convention center. I can’t wait to tell you about Gold Strike’s…