South Korea Casinos
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South Korea Casinos: A Unique Landscape
South Korea’s casino scene presents a unique situation. Despite boasting 14 casinos, with licenses for three more, only one allows South Korean citizens to enter. The rest cater exclusively to foreign nationals. Given South Korea's limited reputation as a major tourist destination, most casinos operate at just about 10% capacity.
Interestingly, South Koreans are avid gamblers. In recent years, there has been a surge in Korean-language online casinos, which the government actively seeks to shut down. Gambling on horse racing, bicycle racing, and various sports events is also widespread. Despite this cultural inclination, the restrictions mean that locals can only legally gamble in one casino.
List of South Korea’s Casinos
- Busan: Paradise Casino Busan
- Cheju City:
- Cheju KAL Hotel and Casino
- Cheju Oriental Hotel and Casino
- Crowne Plaza Casino Cheju
- Paradise Grand Casino
- The Shilla Cheju's Casino
- Incheon: Paradise Olympos Casino
- Jeongseongun: Kangwon Land Resort and Casino (the only casino open to locals)
- Kyongju: Wellich Choson Hotel and Casino
- Samseong: Seven Luck
- Seogwipo City:
- Hyatt Regency Cheju Casino
- Lotte Hotel and Casino
- Seoul: Paradise Walker-Hill Casino
- Sockch'o City: Sorak Park Hotel and Casino
Eight of these casinos are situated on the resort island of Cheju, while the others are located in major cities like Seoul. Additionally, horse racing tracks can be found in Busan, Cheju City, and Seoul.
Challenges and Workarounds
The South Korean government is diligent in restricting its citizens’ gambling opportunities. In addition to targeting online sites, efforts are made to block access to them within the country. There have been attempts to prohibit locals from using South Korean credit cards for gambling abroad.
Despite these restrictions, illegal gambling venues are prevalent throughout the country. Many South Koreans also opt for a quick flight to Macau, where gambling is thriving. The wealthiest citizens bypass restrictions entirely by traveling to gambling hubs like Las Vegas.
In conclusion, while South Korea maintains stringent controls over local gambling, the appetite for betting remains robust, finding avenues both legally and illicitly.
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