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Board games (roulette, blackjack, poker) - Antigua and Barbuda
Board games (roulette, blackjack, poker)
Briefly
The land casino scene in Antigua and Barbuda is compact and touristy. In the evening - busy tables, during the day - calmer and cheaper for learning. The betting currency is usually USD, the minimum age is 18 +, the dress code is smart-casual. The main board games are roulette, blackjack and casino poker (Caribbean Stud, Three Card Poker, Casino Hold'em). Below - briefly about the rules, chances and subtleties.
Roulette
What you will meet
More often - American roulette with "00"; less often - European with one "0."
Basic rules
Put on a number/group of numbers/color/even-odd; dealer runs ball, payout per table.
Odds and payouts
American (0 and 00): casino advantage ~ 5.26%.
European (only 0): advantage ~ 2.70%.
Outside bets (red/black, even/odd, dozen/columns) - payout 1: 1/2: 1, below the variance.
Inside bets (single number 35:1, split 17:1, angle 8:1, etc.) - higher risk/win.
Etiquette and life hacks
Don't touch the chips after "No more bets."
For a leisurely game - keep betting on the outside.
If you see a European wheel, it is mathematically more profitable.
Blackjack
Why he is loved by tourists
A game with one of the lowest edges with a "basic strategy": ~ 0.5-1.5%, depending on the rules of the table.
Rules in a nutshell
The goal is to collect the amount closer to 21 than the dealer, without "going through." Pictures = 10, ace = 1 or 11. Player turn: Hit/Stand/Double/Split (by situation).
What affects mathematics
S17/H17: the dealer stands on soft-17 (better for the player) or takes a card.
Double/split: can you double after split, split aces again.
Number of decks: Fewer decks are usually better.
Blackjack 3:2 vs 6:5:3:2 payout is significantly more profitable; 6:5 boosts casino edge.
Basic strategy (super short)
10/11 vs. weak dealer card (2-9) → often Double.
12-16 vs. 7-A → more often Hit; versus 2-6 → more often Stand.
Pairs A-A and 8-8 → Split almost always.
Insurance without a card account is unprofitable.
Poker vs Casino (Caribbean Stud, Three Card, Casino Hold'em)
Caribbean Stud Poker
How to play: ante → 5 cards to you and the dealer (one dealer is open) → "fold" or "raise." The dealer "qualifies" with an A-K or higher.
Payments: according to the table; the progressive jackpot is a separate bet.
Edge: benchmark ~ 5% (table dependent).
Tip: raise with a pair of +; with A-K - raise on basic strategy (look at the dealer's senior open card).
Three Card Poker
Two parts: Ante/Play vs. dealer + Pair Plus option (pays for any pair and above).
Edge: Ante/Play ~ 3-4%, Pair Plus is usually higher (~ 7% +).
Tip: standard fold is worse than Q-6-4; Pair Plus is more "fun" than a mathematical choice.
Casino Hold’em
How to play: ante → two cards to the player, a common flop → a Call (boost) or Fold solution.
Edge: ~ 2-3% on standard payments.
Tip: Play tight on the ante; remember that side "bonus bets" are usually high edge.
Typical limits and rhythm of the day
During the day: below the minimum wage, more space for training from the dealer.
In the evening/when the cruise is in the port: lively, the limits grow; in VIP areas - friendly rules (for example, S17 in blackjack).
Seat reservation: At popular tables, ask the pit boss about the waiting list.
Table etiquette
ID and age: take a passport/photo-ID (18 +).
Tip to the dealer: at will (you can "put a chip behind the dealer).
Phone/photo: usually forbidden at the table; respect the rules.
Tips for other players: Let's only if you've been asked.
Bankroll Management (short memo)
1. Define the session budget and select a table for minimals.
2. Use a "rate unit" (~ 1-2% of the bankroll) and a timer for breaks.
3. Avoid catching up after a series of setbacks - increases the risk of "overheating."
Frequent questions
Which game is "more profitable" for a beginner?
In mathematics - blackjack with good rules (S17, Double After Split, Blackjack 3:2). In simplicity - roulette (outside bets) and baccarat on the Banker; of poker - Three Card is the most understandable.
How much to take on the table?
For 1-2 hours of a comfortable game - a bankroll of 40-60 minimum bets (approximately).
Where to study?
During the day, ask the dealer: many casinos conduct mini-lessons according to basic rules.
Responsible play
Plan the evening: dinner → 1-2 hours of play → walk. Turn on the "stop lights" in time/amount. Feeling tired - take a break. Personnel are trained in Responsible Gaming tools (timeout, self-exclusion, limit hints).
Antigua and Barbuda board games are proven "classics" for relaxation: roulette for spectacle, blackjack for those who like solutions, and casino-poker for a poker atmosphere without long tournaments. Choose a table to suit your pace and bankroll, follow the basic strategy and remember about etiquette - then the evening in a casino in the Caribbean will be smooth, comfortable and truly festive.