Creating your own casino staycation
A good staycation can be fun. From Macau to Las Vegas, Monte Carlo and more. the world’s biggest and best casinos shine brightly, filled with excitement, anticipation and huge jackpot thrills. Even if you’re just a casual gambler. Visiting one of them would be like a dream come true. Seeing the casino resorts in real life and experiencing every second of the electric atmosphere up close and personal, one-on-one.
Unfortunately in this economy, making a trip to one of the world’s gambling hotspots is more of a dream than a reality. But that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t be able to enjoy the same exhilarating ambience for yourself. That’s why we’re here. To introduce you to the high-stakes world of home entertainment and a good staycation. And help turn your humble abode into a glittering gambling paradise! No need to go on an expensive vacation when you can have a casino-style staycation instead. Filled with glitz, glamour, and unforgettable memories!
Step 1: Set the scene for your staycation
Home, staycation – but make it opulent! That’s what we’re going for here. A complete transformation of your living space. Think gold, red, and black colour schemes. Think glittering lights and glamorous decorations. None of which have to cost a lot if you’re a savvy shopper. Also, consider hanging shimmering curtains to complete the look as well. Or even swatches of fabric, if you can’t find curtains in time. Don’t worry about expensive table centrepieces. Scattered playing cards and poker chips will do the trick. And if you can lay your hands on some velvet ropes, you’ve got yourself an instant VIP section!
Now of course you won’t be enjoying this staycation on your own. You’ll need to invite some friends to share in the fun with you. To keep the theme going, create personalized “Welcome to [Name You Come Up With] Casino” signs for an extra touch of authenticity. And strategically place them around the house. Encourage your guests to dress their very best. And make sure that the evening is one of elegance from beginning to end. You’re running a casino for high rollers here, of course – standards must be met!
Step 2: Party ideas
There are so many ways to get your guests in the swing of things with this staycation. Starting with the invitations themselves. These days there are plenty of free design template programs you can use. Making sending out creative invites easier than ever. Try invitations in the form of VIP passes, casino chips, playing cards or more. And set the tone for the evening right from the start.
Then there’s the theme of the party itself for your staycation. Will it be a modern casino, will it have more of a traditional old-school vibe, or do you want to incorporate a theme, like James Bond, Las Vegas, the Great Gatsby or similar? All of these are fun ideas. And can help add an extra level of excitement to your casino entertainment.
You might also want to think about having specific staycation games nights. Perhaps one night is dedicated to Poker, one to Blackjack, one to Baccarat. And so on, giving different people the opportunity to flex their different casino skills. Whatever theme you end up going with though, Make sure it’s an engaging one, and your casino staycation will be an instant success!
Step 3: Game on!
It’s time for you and your guests to get your game on during this staycation! If you have some experience, you could be a croupier and manage the gambling yourself. Or if you have any friends who could help out, you could be the pit boss instead – it’s up to you. You should be able to find casino paraphernalia at most activity or novelty shops. So setting the actual games up shouldn’t be too difficult. And if worst comes to worst, a few decks of playing cards are all that’s really required. No need to overcomplicate things.
When it comes to the specific games on offer, you might want to think about:
Poker: Set aside a dedicated poker table on your staycation. Complete with cards and chips. Host a friendly tournament and let the competition begin!
Bonus wheel: Who says you can’t have a wheel of fortune at a home casino? Get a lazy Susan, divide it into sections, and let guests spin it for the chance to win instant prizes. Or decide the next game.
Slots tournament: Set up a series of laptops or mobile devices. Have them set to free or demo versions at an instant play casino. And see who can win the most virtual credits in a certain amount of time.
Blackjack: Just as with Poker, set up a Blackjack table with cards and players, deal everyone in, and let the games begin!
Step 4: Say cheers to your staycation
No casino night is complete without one or more signature cocktails. Especially when the opportunity for awesome names exists (like a Monte Carlo Mule or a Vegas Vodkatini). Plus the great thing about cocktails is that even people who don’t drink can enjoy them on staycation – just leave the alcohol out.
You can either choose to create the cocktails yourself beforehand. Or you can lay out a cocktail bar for your guests to design their own. Set up a space with different spirits, mixers, garnishes and glasses, and let your guests’ imaginations run wild!
Step 5: Get the party started
You can’t have a staycation party without a party soundtrack. And here’s where you can really elevate the mood with a carefully curated playlist. Choose songs that evoke the glitz and glam of a casino. Such as Sinatra classics, or gambling-themed songs like The Gambler, by Kenny Rogers, or even upbeat pop hits like Poker Face, by Lady Gaga.
There are plenty of staycation songs from both the past and present that either reference gambling specifically. Or touch on themes like luck and fate. Choose the ones you think will create the best party atmosphere, and hit that play button!
Congratulations! From decorations to dress codes, invites, games, cocktails and more, you’re on your way to putting together the ideal casino staycation. But if all that’s too exhausting for you, remember that you can always just put on your pjs instead, and relax at home with your favourite online casino! The point is that there are a wide range of options available. So even if you can’t make it to Monaco in person, you can still feel like you’re right there in the action. Good luck!