Of course, Las Vegas is the most popular casino town in US, even in the World. But just because Sin City has the highest popularity, that doesn’t mean it is one and only in America. If you have visited Vegas before and looking for a new casino vacation, here are 10 alternatives for you to hit the slots! Check out 10 Most Popular Casino Towns In America Outside of Vegas…
The new Las Vegas is quickly becoming bigger than the most famous of gambling destinations. This summer marked the opening of the Venetian Macau, the largest casino in the world by far. With a gambling space bigger than four American football fields, the Venetian Macau is the ultimate sign of growth in a gambling city that is growing by the day.
- There are seven casinos in the Palm Springs area, which offer everything you’d expect a world-class gaming city to offer: slot machines, table games, and casino gambling. Some of the biggest hotel casinos in the area include Morongo, The Spa Resort, Agua Caliente, Fantasy Springs, Spotlight 29, Augustine, and Red Earth.
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10 – St. Louis, Missouri
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A large part of economy is based on the casinos in Missouri. Two of the casinos near St. Louis are located across the border in Illinois. Because online betting is forbidden here as well as in most American states, landbased casinos are the only framework in which you can legally and professionally enjoy classics such as slots, baccarat, blackjack, poker, craps, roulette and others more innovative games.
09 – Pennsylvania, Philadelphia
Pennsylvania
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Pennsylvania gaming life offers all the popular games like slots, blackjack, poker, craps and bingo. Also some casinos in adjacent states are only a short drive away.
08 – Detroit, Michigan
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In fact, Detroit only has three large casinos, but all are must see!. The oldest casino in the city, the Greektown, is Native American-owned and dedicated to helping the economy. Nearby, the MGM Grand Detroit and the Motor City Casino both have more than 400 hotel rooms.
07 – Illinois, Chicago
Illinois
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Chicago is a great city to visit, not only for the casinos, but for the arts and culture. The three most popular Illinois Casinos are Hollywood Hotel Aurora, Hollywood Hotel Joliet and Jumer’s Hotel.
06 – Connecticut
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The casinos in Connecticut offer all type of Las Vegas games including slot machines, poker tables, craps, blackjack and other various table games. The minimum betting age is 18 for bingo and 21 for casino games.
05 – Tunica, Mississippi
Tunica
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Because betting is illegal in Tennessee, many come to visit these border towns of Tunicia and Lula in order to legally play. Tunica has nine large casinos with 400+ table games, more than 14,000 slots and 6,300 hotel rooms there is something here for everyone.
04 – Shreveport, Louisiana
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Ever since 1840s, Shreveport has been taking a gamble when paddle steamers resounded with the sounds of poker-provoked gun fights. These were dangerous days. Nowadays all the fun is safe and nobody loses because betting has been developed by modern resort hotels.
03 – Biloxi, Mississippi
Biloxi
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Biloxi offer everything from Vegas-type shows to a variety of slot machines in various casinos. The venues not only offer betting but the larger ones incorporate other services like spas, restaurants and luxury hotels.
02 – Reno, Nevada
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Nevada is on the first stage when talking of casino games. Not only for the Queen of Casinos, Las Vegas and not only for being one of the few states in the US licenses active online gambling options, but also because of several “casino jewels” that you cannot miss. Among those, Reno. In addition to slot machines and luxuriant table games, Reno offers various types of nightlife options, from revue shows to comedy. Because of its location, it has drawn the majority of its California tourists and players from the San Francisco Bay Area and Sacramento.
01 – Atlantic City, New Jersey
Atlantic City
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Far away from the shining Las Vegas, Atlantic City is with no doubt the gaming capital of the East Coast. Even though the business has been experiencing some serious losses over the last years, Atlantic City still offers 13 luxury casinos and thousands of high-end table games and slot machines and can be righteously considered as a one of the most sparkling and impressive gambling resorts in the US.
With the most casinos in the world, the U.S. is the top destination for the travelling gambler. The types of gambling in the U.S include: casinos, horseracing tracks, greyhound tracks, and sports betting parlours.
Gambling winnings by non-U.S. residents are subject to a 30% withholding tax by the IRS. Unfortunately, dealing with the IRS can be complicated, time consuming, and confusing.
When it comes to ease of reclaiming a portion or all of your withheld winnings, no one is more successful than Refund Management Services (RMS). In fact, we’ve never been refused an eligible refund.
Best Cities for Gaming in the U.S.
While you can find places to gamble almost anywhere in the U.S., some destinations are more popular than others. Below is a list of five of the top gambling cities in the U.S. A couple might even surprise you.
Las Vegas, Nevada
Las Vegas is synonymous with gambling no matter where you live. It’s widely considered the best gambling city in the U.S., and most would say it’s the best city for gambling in the world.
With over 375 gaming facilities, Las Vegas is king when it comes to gaming. It attracts visitors from all over the world, including the top poker players who come for the high-limit tables.
On top of that, the Las Vegas Strip is home to 15 of the 25 largest hotels in the world. Some of the biggest casinos on the Strip include the Venetian/Palazzo, Wynn Las Vegas, Mandalay Bay, the Bellagio, MGM Grand, and Aria.
Reno, Nevada
It’s not as flashy or as big as Las Vegas, but Reno offers some of the best gambling in the country. In fact, Reno was the destination of choice for gamblers before Las Vegas took over the crown in the 1950s and 1960s.
Just 14 kilometers east of the California border, Reno continues to be a popular travel destination for those in San Francisco and those willing to make the trip north of Las Vegas. Reno might be called the Biggest Little City in the World, but it has everything that Las Vegas does, including gambling, luxury hotels, spa, shopping, and golfing.
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Reno has over 20 casinos, including Harrah’s Reno, The Eldorado Hotel and Casino, Peppermill Hotel and Casino, Silver Legacy Hotel and Casino, Grand Sierra Resort and Casino, Atlantis Casino Resort Spa, and Nugget Casino Resort.
Atlantic City, New Jersey
Atlantic City is often called America’s Favourite Playground and for good reason. It’s the second-largest gambling city in the U.S. and the top gambling destination for those on the East Coast.
While four of Atlantic City’s casinos had to shut their doors because of the U.S. economic slowdown, the city is experiencing a bit of a renaissance, and its eight casinos continue to be a huge draw for non-U.S. residents.
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Whether you’re visiting Atlantic City to walk the Boardwalk or see the birthplace of Monopoly, you’ll want to check out Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa, Caesars Atlantic City Hotel & Casino, Tropicana Casino & Resort, Golden Nugget, and Resorts Casino Hotel.
Biloxi, Mississippi
It’s been 25 years since gambling officially came to Mississippi. Over that short period of time, Biloxi has emerged as one of the top gambling destinations in the U.S. Outside of Las Vegas, Biloxi is home to the biggest cluster of casinos.
The first casinos in Mississippi were riverboats. But, after Hurricane Katrina in 2009, new casinos were allowed to move 800 feet inland. Today, there are more than 12 casinos in and around Biloxi.
In 2015, the Silver Slipper and Scarlet Pearl Casino and Hotel opened their doors while the Island View Casino and IP Casino Resort Spa both completed massive multi-million dollar renovations. Other top casinos in Biloxi include the Beau Rivage Resort & Casino, Hard Rock Hotel, Golden Nugget, Boomtown Casino, and Palace Casino Resort.
Palm Springs, California
Palm Springs is located in the Sonoran Desert in Southern California, and aside from celebrities, it is known for its hot springs, golf courses, and spas. It is also an up-and-comer when it comes to gambling.
There are seven casinos in the Palm Springs area, which offer everything you’d expect a world-class gaming city to offer: slot machines, table games, and casino gambling. Some of the biggest hotel casinos in the area include Morongo, The Spa Resort, Agua Caliente, Fantasy Springs, Spotlight 29, Augustine, and Red Earth.
U.S. Gambling Winnings Subject to 30% Withholding Tax
It doesn’t matter if you gamble in Palm Springs, Ft. Lauderdale, Chicago, Las Vegas, or anywhere else in the U.S., if you’re a non-U.S. resident and you win a substantial amount of money (typically over $1,200), the IRS will withhold 30% from you. That’s because gaming winnings are considered income and need to be taxed.
For example, if you win $1,500 on the slots, the casino will only pay out $1,050. But, if you live in a country like Canada, which has signed a U.S. tax treaty, you may be eligible for a refund.
There are a number of countries that currently do not have a U.S. tax treaty. However, if you reside in any of the following countries, you could still be eligible for a refund: Australia, Bahrain, Barbados, Brazil, China, India, Indonesia, Israel, Kuwait, Mexico, Malaysia, Monaco, New Zealand, Norway, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, South Korea, Switzerland, Taiwan, Thailand, and the U.A.E.
To see if you meet the criteria and are eligible to get some or all of your withholding tax back, contact RMS.
RMS, the Easiest Way to Get Your Withheld Gaming Tax Back
If you’ve had 30% of your winnings withheld by the IRS, RMS can help you reclaim a portion or all of your taxable winnings. Founded by a Canadian Chartered Accountant in 1998, RMS has become the most reliable and experienced gaming and casino tax refund provider for non-U.S. residents.
Only RMS has the One Simple StepTM process. Our Customer Service Agents take care of the rest: processing and submitting it to the IRS. It can take a minimum of one year for the IRS to review the claim and for RMS to receive the refund. Best of all, we’ve never been refused an eligible refund.
Contact RMS today by calling our toll-free number at 1-888-272-5559 or by emailing us at [email protected].