Best casinos, casino hotels, and Las Vegas shows? Vote now
The United States is home to more casinos than any other country on the planet, and many of them are beyond the borders of Las Vegas. Alongside those casinos are a multitude of options for where to stay, where to eat, and ways to be entertained. With so many choices, how do you choose?
To help whittle things down, USA TODAY 10Best asked a panel of experts to select 20 nominees in each of six different categories, and now it’s up to you to crown the winners. Vote for your favorites in each category once per day until voting ends on Monday, August 26 at noon ET.
Click on each category below to vote:
Best Casino Hotel
Which casino hotel offers the best of gaming and hotel amenities? — Photo courtesy of onurdongel / E+
Whether you’re gambling in Las Vegas, Atlantic City, or somewhere in between, you not only have a choice of where to place your bets but also where to lay your head. These 20 casino hotels, nominated by an expert panel, offer the best of both worlds: top-notch gaming and excellent amenities.
Which casino hotel would you most like to book for a stay?
Best Casino Outside of Las Vegas
Where do you like to place your bets when Vegas isn’t an option? — Photo courtesy of Zolnierek / iStock via Getty Images Plus
The United States is home to more than 1,000 casinos — more than any other country in the world. From coast to coast, gamblers have a huge range of options for where to place their bets, and not just in Las Vegas. These 20 casinos outside of Sin City, nominated by an expert panel, have been selected for their expansive gaming options and stellar guest experiences.
Which casino outside of Las Vegas is your favorite spot?
Vote: Best Casino Outside of Las Vegas »
Best Casino Restaurant
It’s important to stay well-fed between stops on the casino floor — Photo courtesy of triocean / iStock via Getty Images Plus
Gone are the days when eating at a casino meant having to brave a suspicious buffet. Gaming hot spots across the nation are attracting top culinary talent to a new generation of casino restaurants ranging from casual to fine dining.
These 20 casino restaurants, nominated by an expert panel, showcase some of the best places to grab a bite between time spent on the gaming floor.
Where would you most like to dine?
Vote: Best Casino Restaurant »
Best Las Vegas Casino
Which Vegas casino is your go-to spot? — Photo courtesy of Lacheev / iStock via Getty Images Plus
With more than 50 casinos to choose from, it’s no wonder Las Vegas has become synonymous with gambling. Sin City is home to some of the country’s top gaming establishments, including these 20 that have been nominated by an expert panel for their variety and atmosphere.
Where do you most want to place your bets?
Best Las Vegas Show
When in Vegas, which show are you seeing? — Photo courtesy of izusek / E+
From amazing acrobatics to performances by popular musicians and stand-up comedians, shows in Las Vegas are second to none — and they’re a big part of what makes the city such a beloved destination. These 20 Las Vegas shows, nominated by an expert panel for providing top-tier entertainment, will not disappoint.
Which show would you most like to see?
Best Players Club
Which players club do you find the most rewarding? — Photo courtesy of DarrenMower / E+
Loyalty has its perks — and the world of gambling is no exception. While players clubs started out as a way to reward gamblers playing slot machines, they’ve evolved into loyalty programs where players earn rewards for both gambling and spending on hotels, meals, and even shopping.
These 20 players clubs have been nominated by an expert panel as the best for their earning potential and built-in benefits. Which one is your favorite?
Remember, you can vote once per day in each category. The 10 nominees with the most votes in each category will be announced on Wednesday, September 4.