The Gaming Bar occupies its unique niche. Combining elements of a social club, casino area, and an environment of alcohol and design aesthetics, gaming bars create that unmistakable buzz which only exists in an atmosphere where cards are flying around and chips are changing hands on a table. There are a few places around the globe which took the above elements and built entire venues out of them, offering guests the experience of a whole night in just one location.
The appeal here is in the décor, the view plus all the latest games, just like what you would expect from popular online platforms like Swiper Ontario. Moving from the gaming tables to the bar is an uninterrupted process that keeps attracting visitors again and again.
Sitting 180 metres high, on the 50th floor of the Sky Tower in Auckland, the Sky Bar provides guests with 360 degree views of the city. From an interior design standpoint, everything is stripped back and minimalistic, like the iconic tower itself. The drinks menu keeps it as local as possible with a range of cocktails made with locally sourced ingredients, and a range of New Zealand wines featuring heavily in the mix.
If you want to go in completely the opposite direction, Le Bar Salle Banche at Casino de Monte-Carlo brings a more classic feel. As you'd expect from the centerpiece of one of the oldest and most famous gambling spots around the globe, the bar boasts rich wood decorations, dim lighting, and a wide range of French wines and vintage champagne in its cocktail menu. These are all served from the iconic mosaic bar itself.
The atmosphere of the venue is steeped in history and glamour and adds something special to its visitors' experience, you can imagine yourself clinking cocktail glasses with the likes of James Bond or Danny Ocean. It is not only about what you drink but where you drink.
Taking up space on three floors of The Cosmopolitan and encased in a massive crystal cage, the Chandelier Bar definitely stands out. A different atmosphere can be felt at each floor, whether busy social zones or intimate spots for a quiet drink.
Unique signature cocktails make guests come again, and the overall environment ensures that any visit feels special. Only minutes away is the casino floor, making it simple to switch places when desired.
Also not far from the Chandelier, there is another great venue to consider; the Skyfall Lounge of Delano. This time, guests can choose not to stay surrounded by crystals. Instead, wide windows and an outdoor patio give a magnificent view across the entire Las Vegas Strip.
And finally, from Canada comes yet another great contender, Parq Bar at Parq Vancouver Casino. On the sixth floor, the big selling point here is the panoramic view of downtown Vancouver, provided by floor to ceiling windows.
In the evenings, the mood is taken up a notch by live DJs playing the latest beats and when it comes to drinks, cocktails appear to be the beverage of choice for many patrons, judging by the extensive menu available.
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