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Blackjack Reload Bonus

February 13, 2013 – 9:08 pm

Grand Parker CasinoMake a deposit at Grand Parker tomorrow and instead of chocolates or a movie for Valentines Day they will give you some free cash to play blackjack with. Use Grand Parker bonuscode GPTABLES and receive a 125% match bonus up to $5000. We would always take some free money over dinner and a movie.

If you haven’t played at the Grand Parker Casino yet they are one of the best USA online blackjack sites available. They offer a great 125% match bonus up to $1250 on your first 4 deposits when you sign up. They also do an outstanding job getting USA credit card deposits approved. Deposit with your Visa or MasterCard and get it approved at Grand Parker. When it is time to make a withdraw receive your winnings by Bank Wire within 5-10 business days. We have made several withdraws from Grand Parker and we always had our cash within 7 business days and as soon as 3 business days on several occasions.

Grand Parker opened in 2011 and quickly became one of the top destinations for USA residents because of their ability to get credit card deposits approved. They may have the best USA credit card acceptance rates in the industry. The graphics are also very appealing and the software is Mac Compatible.

Grand Parker also has some higher betting limits for blackjacks. Bet anywhere between $1 and $250 per hand on all the different blackjack games they offer. You can play standard American Blackjack, European Blackjack, Single Hand, Multi Hand and Multi Player blackjack. Also find other variations like Super 21, Double Exposure, Perfect Pairs and Match Play 21.

See our Grand Parker Blackjack review for more information and to get started and claim your bonuses. If you like more than blackjack Grand Parker also offers many other popular casino games and online slots. Also running on the Real Time Gaming software you will find the largest progressive slot jackpots at Grand Parker.

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Games

What is Pontoon?

February 9, 2013 – 9:06 pm

We asked the same question for many months but never took the time to learn about the game. We finally dedicated some time to research the rules and strategy of Pontoon and we are very glad we did. We have been playing Pontoon for the last few weeks and really enjoy the game and think you may as well.

Pontoon is similar to European Blackjack in that the dealer only deals himself one card up to start. The players is dealt both cards up but not until the player finishes their hand does the dealer draw his second card. This is advantageous to the player because if the player gets blackjack or draws to 21 he is paid immediately regardless of the dealer’s next card is.

Pontoon is also similar to Spanish 21 blackjack with a few more differences. One notable difference is the house edge for Pontoon is actually lower than Spanish 21 and traditional blackjack! Just as in Spanish 21 all the ten’s are removed from the deck making it little more difficult for the player and dealer to get blackjack but if the player does get a blackjack it always wins. Also if you draw to 21 it always wins and in some cases you even receive odds.

Draw to 21 with your cards being 678 or 777 and receive 3-2 odds. If your cards are all the same suit you get 2-1 odds and if they are all spades you get 3-1 odds.

Another great rule is when you draw 5 cards without busting (going over 21) you also automatically win. This is called a “5 card trick”. Because doubling down is also always available regardless of how many cards you have, if you have an 11 or less with four cards always double as you win automatically.

Pontoon is a fun game once you get the hang of it. For more details see our full Pontoon explanation and see the USA online blackjack sites that offer pontoon. Currently there are only two casinos that do offer pontoon and they are the BetOnline Casino and the WinPalace Casoino. Both are great USA casinos and do a good job getting USA credit cards approved. Be sure to use our link in our BetOnline review or the WinPalace review to claim the best bonus available.

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Learn and Play Spanish 21

February 6, 2013 – 4:59 pm

As I often walked through the casino floor I would always see Spanish 21 tables but never sat at one because I didn’t know the rules of the game. Well after doing a little research I will be sitting at the Spanish 21 tables the next time I am in the casino and will also be playing more often online.

Spanish 21 is a great variation of traditional blackjack and if played properly even has a lower house edge than regular Blackjack. Spanish 21 is played very similarly to blackjack with two big variations. First all the 10’s are removed from the deck and second you receive odds on certain hands.

Quickly here are some bullet points on Spanish 21

  • All 10’s are removed from the Deck
  • You always win if you are dealt Blackjack, even if the Dealer also has Blackjack
  • Make 21 and always win
  • Draw to 21 with 5 cards or more and receive odds
  • Double Down on any amount of Cards – 2,3,4,5 etc
  • Some Casinos will even allow a Double, Double Down (double down twice on the same hand)
  • Surrender is allowed after a double down
  • Split up to 4 hands including Aces
  • Be able to hit and double after splitting Aces and even split them again

If you receive 21 with a certain combination of cards you receive odds

  • Make 21 with 6-7-8 or 7-7-7 get paid 3-2 odds
  • If the cards are the same suit receive 2-1 odds
  • If the cards are all spades receive 3-1 odds

Because of these odds the house edge actually is less than traditional blackjack if you play it properly. See our Blackjack Strategy Chart for the proper time to hit, stand, double and split. Also be sure to make sure the Dealer always stand on all 17’s. This helps to lower the house edge as well.

While you can find Spanish 21 at many if not all the land based casinos, the BetOnline Casino is the online USA online blackjack site that offers Spanish 21. The BetOnline casino is one of our top recommended casinos as they have a great selection of blackjack games as well as all the other casino games you may enjoy. They also offer high limits and also offer Live Deal Blackjack, Baccarat and Roulette. BetOnline also does an outstanding job getting USA credit cards approved and offers speedy payouts.

See our BetOnline review and play Spanish 21. It is truly a fun a game and a lower house edge makes it all the more reason to play!

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General

Blackjack Strategy and Poker

February 5, 2013 – 3:00 pm

Any good blackjack player knows the importance of using a solid strategy when playing blackjack either online or at a traditional casino. Strategy can make all the difference between having an OK or losing day to winning a great deal of money. Blackjack and poker have some things in common with the biggest commonality being math. Math plays an important part in both games.

Math is of of the “trues’ in the crazy world we live in. Right is right and wrong is wrong. This is no gray area and math does not change or lie. When you are playing Blackjack or poker it is a game of probabilities. In either game you can simulate hundreds upon hundreds of hands and determine what the odds of a particular card or cards will be next and we have done a simulation which shows this.

We have put together a blackjack strategy chart that tells you what the odd are for playing a particular hand. Check it out as it is an easy reference to determine when to hit, stand, double or split. We do not believe in surrender and have not included that option on the chart. There is also a printable version of the chart available so that you can keep in your wallet or purse and reference it while you are even playing at a land based casino.

While math also plays an important part in poker, it is less relevant than in blackjack. It is important to know pot odds and implied odds when playing poker, but skill is a very important part of poker. Being able to “read” your opponent and make moves whether it is slow rolling, betting aggressively or entirely bluffing is a huge part of poker. Unlike Blackjack it takes some time to truly learn how play solid poker. If you are new to the game play at low limit tables and small buy-in tournaments to start. Do not play for free as the game is entirely different than real money play.

Check out our Blackjack strategy chart mentioned above and play USA online blackjack. It is a great reference and you will see your winning streaks become longer and losing streaks become shorter. While your in the strategy section of our website there is also an article regarding progressive betting. It is worth checking out to maximize you winning streaks.

After you have mastered blackjack try online poker and test your skills. If you entirely new to the game be sure to start small. As you gain some experience and sharper your skills you can move on to higher stakes tables. If you live in United States there is a great listing of USA online poker sites on our sister site Play USA Online Poker. On that site you will also find a huge amount of information to sharpen your poker skills.

As we post more strategy articles we post them here in our news section first so check back often.

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Learn to Play Super 21

February 3, 2013 – 2:29 pm

You have probably seen the blackjack variation “Super 21” being offered in many online casinos. If you are not familiar with the game learn how to play Super 21. It is a fun variation of Blackjack and if played well can be extremely profitable.

Super 21 starts just like normal Blackjack with the dealer and player being dealt 2 cards. The dealer has 1 card dealt down and the players cards are both up. The goal in Super 21 is just like regular blackjack where you want to come as close to 21 as possible without going over and also beat the dealers hand. In Super 21 there are some differences to note and also some bonuses that the player can receive. The only down side to Super 21 is that blackjack pays even money instead of 3-2 but the Super 21 bonuses make up for that.

In Super 21 the main differences are that you can double down at any time. Have 3, 4 or even 5 cards in front of you and doubling is allowed. How many times have you doubled on 9 and got a 2? In Super 21 you can double on your third card. You can also split any hand up to 4 times in Super 21. This is where the doubling on any number of cards comes in handy. Sometimes normal Blackjack Strategy will say not to split 4’s and 6’s, but in Super 21 you should. This is because you may have the chance to double after receiving your third card. Split 4’s and get a 3 for example. You hit the 7 and receive a 4. Whoo hoo! In super 21 you can now double on that 11!

In Blackjack the majority of your winnings comes from doubling and splitting and Super 21 gives you the chance to do both more often.

Other bonuses in Super 21 include: Hit to 21 with 5 or more cards your winnings are doubled. Also if you hit and have 6 cards in front of you without busting you automatically win regardless of what the dealer has. Also in Super 21 if the player gets Blackjack it is always a winner. Even if the dealer has Blackjack the player still gets paid.

Super 21 is a fun variation of regular blackjack and can be very profitable. For more information on this game see our Super 21 page and also find USA online blackjack casinos that offer Super 21.

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Featured Casinos

Bet up to $2000 Per Hand

February 2, 2013 – 12:25 pm

If you like to play high stakes blackjack the Carbon Casino offers the highest limits available for USA online blackjack. At Carbon you can bet up to an amazing $2000 per hand. These are the highest online limits and are similar to what you would find at a traditional brick and mortar casino.

The Carbon Casino has several different blackjack tables which you can choose from depending on the limits you want to play. Sit down and play for as little as $1 per hand with a maximum bet of $50. If you want to bet a little more you can play at the $5 minimum table which offers a maximum bet of $200, a $25 minimum table with the max bet of  $1000 or if you want to make some big bets play at the $50 minimum table which has the highest limits available at $2000 per hand!

If you use a progressive betting strategy for Blackjack the higher the limits the more opportunity you have to win big money. Many online casinos only offer one table with betting limits usually around $1 up to $200 per hand. If you get on a good roll it is hard to make big money with a maximum bet of only $200.

Carbon is a online poker site at heart but has expanded into casino games and an online sportsbook. Carbon has been in business since 2005 and has a great reputation among USA poker players. USA deposits are pretty easy to get approved and they offer Visa and Cash Transfers to make deposits. Because Visa is the only credit card they accept they do a very good job making sure they get approved. Withdraws are offered by Check or Gift Cards and you receive one free per month. Additional withdraws cost $40.

For more information see our Carbon Blackjack review and play high limit blackjack. They offer the largest per hand bets available for USA players and players from throughout the world for that matter. Play poker, casino games and bet on sports all from the convenience of one account. You also receive a 10% cash rebate at Carbon for any losses incurred during the previous week. If you have a bad week at least you will get 10% back to play with.

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PokerHost Now Offering Live Dealers

February 2, 2013 – 12:35 am

PokerHost BlackjackOne of our favorite USA online poker sites is now offering Live Dealers for Blackjack, Roulette and Baccarat. Best known for their outstanding poker software, PokerHost has expanded their online casino to include Live Dealers and a full variety of casino games and slots.

PokerHost has been in business since 1995 and is fully licensed in Panama. They are one of the most well respected online poker sites because of their outstanding customer service and fast withdraws. To deposit you can use your USA Visa or MasterCard or send cash by Western Union or Money Gram. One exclusive deposit method at PokerHost is the ability to send funds with Western Union or Money Gram by using yoru credit card. PokerHost is the only USA poker site or casino that allows this. The deposits are always accepted so you never need to worry about your credit card being declined. Simply fund the Western Union transfer with your credit card and send it to PokerHost and the funds are available immediately for use.

Withdraws are also offered by Western Union and Money Gram and are received fast. Request your withdraw and have your cash pick up details generally within 72 hours. PokerHost offers some of the fastest withdraws in the industry. You can also request a withdraw by check or Bank Wire which usually arrives within 5 business days.

If you are a poker fan but also like to play casino games PokerHost is a top choice especially of you live in the US. Find a full range of casino games and slots including Live Dealer Blackjack. The minimum bet for the Live Dealer Tables is $10 and a maximum of up to $300 is allowed per hand. Watch the dealer live as your cards are being dealt in real time. Find High Limit Blackjack at the live dealer dealers.

Check out our PokerHost blackjack review for more details and play blackjack live. You can also claim a 100% match bonus up to $1000. The blackjack bonus at PokerHost works a little different than most online casinos. At PokerHost you earn 10% of your bonus after wagering 30x’s the bonus amount. So if you claim the full $1000, after you wager $3000 you would earn $100 of your bonus. Once you earn your bonus it is immediately available to withdraw or continue playing with. The bonus will remain pending until you clear the entire bonus. This is a nice spin on earning a blackjack bonus as you do not need to meet any requirement before making a withdraw. Your deposit amount and monies won are always available for immediate withdraw.

So if you want to pay Live Blackjack and other casino games PokerHost is a top choice. If you also like online poker you cannot beat the combination. Play at the games offered from just one account.

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Play at High Limit Blackjack Tables

January 24, 2013 – 9:47 pm

If you are a high roller and want to play at high limit blackjack tables, check out either BetOnline or the GoldenCherry Casino. Both offer the highest limits for USA online blackjack with $500 being the maximum bet per hand at either casino.

BetOnline is the only USA casino to offer live dealer blackjack which has limits higher than most standard online casinos. The limits for the live dealer blackjack is a $10 minimum bet and a $500 maximum bet. Obviously the play is a slower being more like a brick and mortar casino. You can actually see the dealer through a live streaming feed and watch as him or her deal the cards as you watch. Check out the BetOnline review for more information and play at the highest blackjack limits available.

If you want fast play but also want to bet at high limits, the GoldenCherry is your top place to play. At GoldenCherry you can also bet up to $500 per hand for Blackjack. The minimum bet is just $1 unlike the Live Casinos and GoldenCherry offers a 50% match bonus on your first two deposits for blackjack and all other table games. If you want to play high limits see the GoldenCherry Review to sign up and claim your bonus.

Playing at high limit blackjack tables gives you a little more flexibility in your betting. Most casinos only allow up to a $100 as the maximum bet and if you use a progressive betting system it really limits what you can win of you get on a good winning streak. By playing at the highest limits for Blackjack you can wager up to the table maximum of $500 and really take down some serious money by getting on a roll.

Be sure to check out our Blackjack strategy chart if you haven’t seen one on the past. The chart gives instructions of when to hit, stand, double and split. It is a must follow and you can find yourself on much longer winning streaks and by playing at high limit blackjack tables you can really feel the winnings in your pocket.

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Claim Easy Bonuses

January 22, 2013 – 10:23 pm

If your playing online blackjack be sure to claim the bonuses offered by the online casinos we recommend. Be sure to check the terms and conditions of the bonus because while some may seem like a great bonus, they can require such a high rollover requirement they almost become useless.

A bonus rollover requirement is the amount of times you must wager your bonus amount. If a casino has a 20x’s rollover it means you must wager your bonus amount 20x’s before making a withdraw. For example if you claim a $100 bonus and it requires a 20x’s rollover, you have to wager $2000 before making a withdraw. While it may seem like a lot, remember you are winning and losing while earning your bonus. Blackjack is actually one of the easier games to clear your bonus. If you bet $10 a hand and deal 3 hands a minute you would just about have your bonus cleared in an hour.

If want the easiest blackjack bonus to clear play at Bovada. Bovada only requires a 15x’s rollover for blackjack which is the easiest blackjack bonus to clear. While the bonus is not huge, it does put some free money in your hand quickly. At Bovada you can claim a 100% match bonus on your first deposit up to $200. See the Bovada Blackjack review for more information and play USA online blackjack and claim the easiest blackjack bonus.

If you want a big Blackjack bonus check out Grand Parker. At Grand Parker you can claim a 125% match bonus up to $1250 on your first 4 deposits for a total of up to $5000. Grand Parker is one of our best USA blackjack casinos and have great credit card acceptance rates for Americans. See the Grand Parker blackjack review and claim a huge bonus. The Grand Parker bonus requires a 30x’s rollover which is still not very hard to earn.

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Betting on Sports

January 22, 2013 – 1:40 pm

This is a great time of year for sports betting. We have the Super Bowl coming up in less than 2 weeks, the NHL season is finally under way after the lock out and the NBA and NCAA basketball season is in full swing. Betting on sports is not only an adrenaline rush while you are watching the game, but you can be a successful bettor and make money over the long term if you have the proper information. Anyone can have a good weekend, but to win consistently over a long period of time, information is the key.

Any successful sports bettor will tell you it is hard work to pick winners on a consistent basis. The amount of information available through the Internet is a huge advantage these days and must be taken advantage of. Researching and examining the information can be a full time job and if you work a regular 9-5er chances are you do have the time it requires to do so. To fully examine and handicap a full slate of games can take hours upon hours.

Luckily there are programs and tout services out there that do scour the Internet and have contacts in the front office that do pick winners for a living. If you are even a weekend warrior these services have a wealth of information available to them and are most likely much more informed than you are. They take sports betting seriously and treat it as a full time job.

The best of these services are not free by any means and the good ones can be quite expensive but if you are betting several hundred dollars over a weekend they can quickly pay for themselves. Remember the old adage you get what you pay for. Stay away from 1.800 services because you want an actual human being tell you who to pick. Many services will have dedicated account managers and they will be the only rep you speak to when they are offering their picks. Some services will give you free picks to start so you can see what they are capable of.

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