A gambling gift card works like physical gift cards. Typically, you buy this card and give it to someone you love, and then that person can use it to buy chips to play. Online, the card is electronic. Individuals can buy it in several denominations, and then input the email address of their intended recipient.
How does one buy the perfect gift for their special someone or even just for the local postman to represent how much you appreciate their presence in your life (I appreciate my postman delivering the mail regardless of weather: wind, sleet and snow).
This task is even harder when it comes to someone that enjoys a night at the casino. Giving them money seems so insincere even though it might be the gift that they actually would enjoy the most.
Well, since you’re a gambler, what would you want for Christmas?
This depends on style. The arrival of high-speed, mobile internet has seen some head online to gamble. While online casinos do reward gamblers with casino bonuses that give out extra money for a deposit, you can’t give these as a gift to others.
NOTE: If you’re a gambler who fancies playing online then you can learn more by heading to Casino-Professor which is a great resource for all things online casino. They have a variety of different casino bonuses to choose from so you can take your pick from their current selection.
Therefore, in this article, we’ll be looking at a variety of physical gifts only that are useful for in-person gambling. As there are many different types of gamblers out there, we’ve done our best to give you a wide mix of choices.
Now isn’t this the coolest thing? I saw some pictures of a whole group of friends playing Texas Holdem the other night and they were using one of these! Place it on top of your dining room table and you’re good to go! It’s pricey – but I can see it being worth the investment. Buy on Amazon here ->
I know for Christmas, the ultimate Christmas gift would be something that relates to the casino; for me it’s a regulation size craps table.
What? Why?
For me having a regulation craps table would allow me the ability to practice my craft as a shooter at the craps table. The whole point of visiting the casino is to take a chance to try to leave with more money that what you had when you arrived. The casino has rules and regulations to try to shade the win percentage in favour of themselves in all manners of games expect craps. The odds don’t change. The bet payout remains the same regardless how high or how low you choose to bet. The casino’s distinct advantage when it comes to craps is the lack of practice a player would have playing the game. Wouldn’t you want to gift the gambler in your life the ability to even the odds with the casino; give him or her the ability to practice for countless hours to hone their skills to try to take down the casino?
The table pictured here is on Amazon – who knew Amazon sold regulation sized craps tables?
Of course, we know not everyone can afford, or fit, a full size craps table. Here are a few more suggestions for what to give your special card lover:
Why settle for the ordinary when you can have the extraordinary. Everyone has playing cards for a quick game of blackjack or poker; make it a real festival evening of glitz and glamor with gold foiled playing cards. They’re definitely a conversation starter! Find them on Amazon here
Gift one of these card shufflers under their Christmas tree and they’ll thank you during those action packed house games! Psst – kids love these too. You can find some on our Card Accessories page and while you’re there check out the very fine card decks and card boxes.
Our personal favourite. Nothing gets the juices flowing like attending a top notched house game than when the host displays all the goodies. Make your host the talk of the town with an acrylic case for their poker chips. Find on Amazon here.
Card players love style, especially in a casino where everyone is looking at them. Your casino loving friend will appreciate any card-themed jewelry and there are so many lovely items – we’ve got a bunch of them featured on our Jewellry page. Click here.
We’ve run out of room but wanted to leave you with a few more ideas. How about a portable charger for those hours at the table; a lovely watch is one of the best accessories a poker player can have; noise-blocking headphones; RunGoodGear, the brand that has been seen every year on the WSOP Main Event Rail; anything from NoMercyMaking collection and finally, you can’t go wrong with a good book. Here is a good list of the world’s most popular Blackjack books.
If you are having a casino themed party and want to give each of your guests a gift there are great casino themed items out there. The World Wide Web is full of great casino themed gifts.
Good Luck Charm
For that casino player who is superstitious and believes that a good luck charm will help them win there is a guardian angel pin that is sure to bring them luck. The angel has a four-leaf clover in the centre and has a rhinestone face with gold wings. On the trim are the words Good Luck and it comes in a gift box with a verse inside. Hopefully this lucky pin will bring your friend much luck.
Personalised Cards
Most casino enthusiasts have a deck of cards. A great gift idea is a personalised deck of playing cards. There are many companies online that will personalise a deck of cards with either a photograph on the back or even monogrammed playing cards which are sure to impress your friends and makes a lovely gift for either a male or female.
Casinopoly Board Game
Casinopoly is a board game that is great for parties and can be played as a board game or can be used as an add – on for other board games like Monopoly. The board fits into the middle of a Monopoly board and provides plenty of action for a board game. It can also be played on its own and is a fast paced game where players can play 21, play slots and hope to hit a combination and so much more casino fun. This is a fun gift that all casino lovers will enjoy.
Key Rings
Key rings are always useful gifts. A gold or silver poker chip key ring is a great option and is can also be used as a good luck charm when enjoying a bit of Geelong Cup betting. These are available online and come in a velvet gift bag which adds a personal touch to the gift. Another key ring option is a gold or silver domino.
Poker Chip USB Drive
Everyone uses USB drives now and for the casino lover why not opt for a USB drive that is shaped like a poker chip. There are different sizes online and are great for storing music, pictures, data and music. Try and opt for the rubber coated ones, as they are waterproof and shock resistant. Most online shopping stores will gift wrap the USB drive in a gift box.
Automatic Shuffler
For poker players a automatic shuffler is an excellent gift. Just the press of one button and the whole deck of cards can be shuffled. This shuffler can not only shuffle standard size cards but also bridge cards. The shuffler works with batteries and is guaranteed to be an impressive addition to your friend’s poker table.
Dealing Shoe
Another gift that would be appreciated is a professional dealing shoe, which is ideal for both blackjack or poker. It can handle up to six decks at a time and has a steel roller and is sure to impress at poker night.