Guys love strippers and strip clubs, and that’s always been one of the big draws for places like Las Vegas. We’ve been going there for years, and we’ve spent plenty of time at some of Vegas’s legendary strip clubs. Old favorites include Olympic Gardens and Crazy Horse Too.

Things have chaged quite a bit, and they have certainly become more expensive. But if you do it right, you can have quite a time with your friends in Vegas strip clubs (or of course on your own!).

Strippers in general can be the ulimate party girls . . . that’s what they’re paid for!! But if you have some game (or you’re a high roller) you can sometimes get them out of the club for even more fun.

With that backdrop, a few of us recently spent some time in Vegas and hit several of the clubs. Here are some of our observations.

Sapphire

We had heard great things about the changes in Sapphire so we made this our priority stop, and frankly we were pleasantly surpised. They’ve remodeled the place, so it’s not smaller and more intimate. So overall it’s a pretty easy floorplan to manage.

What stood out was the quality of the talent. The place was loaded with beauties who were all very eager for attention. We were also impressed with the variety. Many of the clubs are packed with Latinas, which can be great if that’s your cup of tea, but variety is critical if you want to please all your customers. That wasn’t a problem here. Two blonde and athletic twins stood out!

Like many of the clubs, you can call them for a ride, which let’s you avoid the cover charge assuming you tip the driver. We recommend trying this for all the clubs.

One quibble we had involved the main stages. They just don’t get enough of the dancers in the rotation on the main stages.

Overall, the experience here was our favorite so you can’t go wrong with Sapphire.

Spearmint Rhino

This has been a top club in Vegas for years, and based on our visit it’s still going strong. This place always has tons of girls, and most are very attractive. They do a very good job of screening the talent. It’s much darker than Sapphire which creates a different vibe. But it’s also a bit easier to find a dark corner for some intimate dances.

Overall, this one is still a very solid choice.

Crazy Horse III

This was by far the biggest disappointment of the trip. It was epensive, dark and very quiet. No dances on the floow – you had to go the back room. Not ideal! If you have a ton of money to spend that can be fine, but it makes the general vibe very boring and dead.

We remembered the legendary Crazy Horse Too, so maybe we had distorted expections. But this is nothing like that old classic club.

We wish we had more time to visit more clubs. We heard that the Peppermint Hippo was also a good option. We’ll try that one out next time!

Las Vegas is in a bit of a slump, so I was very curious as to what I would find there on a recent trip.

I was only there from Sunday through Thursday,  so I didn’t experience the peak weekend time in the heart of football season. That said, things were certainly a bit slower than I had seen in years past. Not crazy slow, but enough to notice the difference.

One of my stops was The Cosmopolitan. In recent years this was the hot spot on The Strip. Of course there are plenty of other casinos battling for the luxury crwod, but the young, hip, beautiful crowd could be found at The Cosmo.

With that context, I have to say that I wasn’t overly impressed with what I saw (again, considering the off-night visit). The crowd seemed like any other ordinary Las Vegas crowd. It wasn’t the low rent or older crowd of the second tier casinos, but it wasn’t at all a luxury crowd as well. The most glaring difference was the complete lack of the “beautiful” crowd. No hot babes. No real buzz.

Again, it’s only one night, but this is consistent with what I’ve been hearing from others. Since MGM Resorts took over operations a few years ago, some longtime visitors have noted a shift: the vibe has become a bit more mainstream and less exclusively “sexy/cool/elitist.” It’s still attractive to 20s-40s partygoers and influencer types, but the crowd can feel more mixed now. You see more ordinary tourists rather than the ultra-glam scene of the past.

Now, it’s still a very solid option if you’re going to Las Vegas. It remains one of the most popular and vibrant casinos on the Strip and consistently ranks as a top choice for its central location, stylish vibe, nightlife, and dining scene. We noted the Bungalow Suites a few years ago. It’s still very much “hot” in terms of energy, events, and appeal to a younger, party-oriented crowd as compared to other Vegas spots. The Marquee Nightclub and Dayclub continue to draw big crowds.

But something has changed. Part of it might be related to the dip in Vegas tourism. Recently, the Cosmopolitan started offering special perks for locals like other Vegas casinos. When you have to offer specials, then you’re no longer the hot and exclusive option.

We’ll see how this develops, but we’re old enough to remember when spots like the Hard Rock and The Palms had that special, exclusive feel. Things change.

If you love the Super Bowl and you crave the ultimate high roller experience, a Super Bowl in Los Angeles is pretty damn enticing. LA is the ultimate destination spot for high end parties in a town filled with celebrities, and now they have a stadium venue that lives up to the glitzy LA lifestyle people want to experience when they visit this amazing city.

Check out this video for a cool overview of everything SoFi Stadium has to offer in terms of luxury for VIP visitors. Yes, you’re going to break the bank to party there, but what’s the use of being a high roller if you’re not going to spend it at events like the Super Bowl. SoFi Stadium is a $5 billion project that has set new standards for luxury in sports stadiums:

Kroenke built 260 luxury suites and more than 13,000 premium seats — and that official count seems low when you’re wandering through its seemingly endless succession of posh, shiny areas.

In keeping with the Southern California theme, a three-story “Beach House” club area is connected by an Instagram-bait staircase. Several large, connected suites called “Bungalows” sit just beyond the end zones, enticing rich fans with the chance to be a few feet from a receiver catching a touchdown pass.

And then there’s the Executive Club, a 75,000-square-foot corridor circumnavigating the field underneath the stands. It has everything from marble-paneled elevator banks and gorgeous lounge areas to four separate bars focused on a single beverage: champagne, tequila, whiskey and wine.

If you consider that you’re not getting into this place for the Super Bowl for anything less than around $5,000 for a ticket, you can imagine how much you’ll be dropping for the VIP experience. If you want a VIP Suite at SoFi for the Super Bowl, you’ll be dropping a whopping $1.2 million for the experience!

Of course, having the Los Angeles Rans playing in this game, in their home stadium, raises the stakes even higher. The celebrity community always loves a party, but having the star-studded home team in the Super Bowl adds even more excitement to the weekend. You could hardly come up with a bigger contrast between the Rams and the Cincinnati Bengals. There were stories of how few Bengals fans were making the trip to LA for the game, but that shouldn’t be surprising given what we’ve covered here. Not many people can afford this crazy experience, and watching the game on a big screen TV with all your friends is still and damn good experience.

Still, Joe Burrow has some of the Hollywood flair that would fit this event. He comes from small-town Ohio but his Joe Cool image fits this Super Bowl like a glove. He’ll be lighting up a nice cigar if he wins the game. But the Rams are loaded with high-profile players, and the after parties will probably be even better than the pre-game parties if the Rams can pull this off.

The key of course is finding you’re way to the right party. What are you looking for? Celebrities? NFL legends like Joe Montana? We would lean towards all the LA hotties, model and actress wannabe’s and sugar babies that flock to La La Land. But that’s just us . . .

It’s hard to imagine any city topping LA for a VIP Super Bowl experience, until of course the Super Bowl arrives in Las Vegas!

That primal scream you just heard came from Atlantic City . . .

Yes, there’s a chance we may casinos some day soon in New York City. It’s certainly not definite. At this point it’s just a proposal in Governor Kathy Hochul’s proposed state budget, but this could have huge repercussions across the East Coast. New York state recently launched app-based sports betting, so the trend in the state is certainly for gambling expansion. It will be fascinating to see what kind of reception this gets and how far this goes.

Atlantic City won’t implode of course, but the entire dynamic from a lifestyle and travel point of view will change in this region. New York is already a huge destination spot, but adding casino gambling really shakes things up. Imagine a night on the town that ends at a casino at 3 AM? The possibilities are endless. High rollers will flock to New York to get their gambling fix while also having the rest of this dynamic city and its nightlife at their disposal.

When you think about the planet’s premier gambling destinations, two immediately spring to mind: Las Vegas and Macau. It’s often forgotten that the UK has some exceptional gaming facilities too – particularly for the highest rollers around.

Contrary to their Far-Eastern and Far-Western counterparts, the British Isle’s most exclusive cardrooms and table games aren’t found within the walls of existing casinos. Those wishing to play for the highest stakes in the most elegant surroundings must first obtain membership at one of a select number of high roller casinos and clubs. These are mostly concentrated around the capital city of London. Like in Nevada or Macau, a large enough stack of notes is usually enough to grant access. However, some are more restrictive still.

Where to go?

The UK has a long history of gambling in various capacities, yet it lacks the enormous super casinos that the more established destinations of Las Vegas and Macau are famous for. This makes finding a spot accommodating and exclusive enough for the most elite level of VIP somewhat trickier than it is out East or West. Fortunately, the best of the best are all within a stone’s throw away from one another around the opulent area of Mayfair, London. Once inside, the splendour of these private members’ casinos often surpasses even the finest offerings at more mainstream high roller locations.

Crown London Aspinall’s

The Crown London Aspinall’s offers its exclusive punters the opportunity to mingle with one another on the main floor, as well as their choice of four private gaming salons. The Club Room and Jade Room hark back to the private members’ clubs of old. Finished exquisitely with lavish decorative features, these choices exude opulence. Meanwhile, both The Gallery and The Silk Room provide a more minimalist experience, forgoing the cliched “darkened rooms” synonymous with gambling into the small hours. Light and airy, and adorned with artwork, they offer a more understated elegance. The club even has a rooftop area in which in which member will find yet more gaming tables. Players can enjoy a wide selection of the Crown’s casino games during the occasion British sunshine. When the weather inevitably turns, “27” – as the terrace is known – offers members protection from the elements meaning it can be used all year round.

Crown London Aspinall’s is far too exclusive to tolerate the annoyance of endlessly flashing and beeping slot machines but table games such as Baccarat, Blackjack, Roulette, and Three Card Poker are all on offer. In addition, the club hosts annual poker tournaments and are accommodating to members who request to play poker in advance.

To gain membership at the Crown London Aspinall’s, players must submit an application, and provide photo ID and a business card. It’s then up to the club’s Membership Committee to make the final decision. Following this, there’s the £1,000 membership dues which must be paid.

Once accepted and paid up, there’s no formal dress code but their website states, “the only rule we have is that your appearance must be of an acceptable standard and not likely to offend other customers.” The club is open 24 hours every day except Christmas Day with the restaurant and bar areas open between 12pm and 3am.

Crockfords Club

Another exclusive high roller casino in the UK’s capital is Crockfords Club. It’s actually in the very next property to the Crown London Aspinall’s on Curzon Street. The prestigious Mayfair area of the city provides a fitting environment to host the most sophisticated clientele around. Like its neighbour, Crockfords Club strives to offer an exceptional standard of service and world class dining and gaming – all in a discreet, unique setting.

The grandiose high-ceilinged rooms are subtly lit by ornate chandeliers and are left completely open plan. Just a few tables occupy each, adding to the air of exclusivity throughout the space. Most of the rooms are finished with luxurious reds, deep purples, or rich chocolate tones making them feel cosy yet effortlessly classy.

For those wishing for the utmost in seclusion, Crockfords provides five private rooms: The Bohemian Room, Rear Salle, The Gold Room, The Penthouse Suite, and The London Room. They also offer contemporary world cuisine in the elegant surroundings of the inhouse restaurant. Diners can choose from modern European, dim sum, Indian, and Middle Eastern-inspired dishes.

Like the Crown London Aspinall’s, there is a membership fee to pay (£300) and admission is at the manager’s discretion. Again, players are encouraged to dress smartly but a tie isn’t strictly necessary.

Once on the main floor, or in one of the private rooms, players can choose between Roulette, Blackjack, Punto Banco, or Casino Stud Poker.

Les Ambassadeurs Club

Just around the corner from the other two locations on our list of London’s most elite high roller gaming venues is Les Ambassadeurs. This non-stop gaming centre caters equally for the “crème of society” as well as the biggest-money gamblers on the planet. Also known as “Les A” by its members, the club was first opened in the early 19th Century and was relaunched in 1991. It quickly resumed the mantle as one of the UK’s most exclusive gaming venues. Over the years many members of high society have frequented Les A and today a membership is just as revered as it ever was.

Again, punters will have to fork up a membership fee. This time it really doesn’t come cheap. Just a week’s pass will cost £1,000 and for the business membership you’re looking at £25,000 per year. This makes it one of the most expensive private members’ clubs on the planet. Those willing to cough up the high fees do get additional few perks as well as access to one of the finest gaming venues on earth. Being involved with the organisation of the prestigious Royal Ascot racing meet certainly comes in handy for fans of the sport of kings, and an annual trip on a private jet to the Champions’ League Final will also sweeten the deal somewhat.

Not only is Les Ambassadeurs the priciest on our shortlist, it’s also the most demanding when it comes to looking the part. Full evening wear is required. That means jackets and ties for the gentlemen, of course.

Inhouse dining comes courtesy of an international menu of both classic dishes and more contemporary offerings. During the day, the restaurant is open to the public meaning it can get rather busy. Fortunately, dinner service is exclusive to members, guaranteeing a more intimate and secluded atmosphere. The club has its own dedicated sports bar too which show all large sporting events. Members can unwind and enjoy the big game or boxing match in the more informal but equally grandiose Red Room.

Patrons of Les A can look forward to a truly exquisite experience from their membership. There are numerous private rooms available at request. The Marble Room, Gold Room, and The Penthouse Rooms all offer seclusion and grandeur each with their own unique flair. Meanwhile, The Library is often ranked as one of the most stunning rooms in all of London. It’s beautifully carved, dark wood adornments provide one of the most spectacular backdrops imaginable for an evening wager or two.

The games on offer are Blackjack, Roulette, Punto Banco, Slots, and Dice. Each can be enjoyed in any of the private suites, in the main casino area, or outside in the Smoking Garden. There members will find six tables for Blackjack and seven dedicated Roulette tables too.

What About High Roller Casinos Online?

For those who do not feel the need to venture out but prefer the comfort of their own surroundings, the Internet offers an abundance of online casinos that cater for the bigger spender. Not only do they entice one with large bonus offers, but they also set high table limits and host a variety of high roller slots. Interested punters can pick from this list as appropriate, all of course licensed by the UK Gambling Commission.

But How Does All This Stack Up with Macau and Vegas?

As mentioned, the main difference between the exclusive rooms at the more famous gambling destinations and those found in London comes down to the existence of super casinos. Wandering around London as a tourist or even resident, it’s unlikely that you’d instantly recognise any of our shortlist as a venue for gambling. This is not the case in either Macau or Vegas. There, high rollers can show up or call any of the huge names in the casino entertainment industry on the main streets and let management know how much cash they’re intending to splash at the tables. The rest will be taken care of very quickly.

The most exclusive suites and rooms in either Vegas or Macau are all found within the grounds of well-known casino complexes. It’s the absence in London and the UK in general of such huge resorts which makes high rolling there so special and feel that bit more exclusive.

Las Vegas

That’s not to say Las Vegas doesn’t have its fair share of VIP venues though. These are often found in secret areas of hotels and accommodate those wishing to play the very highest stakes available. They hide in plain sight under the flashing signs of much more well-known resorts. The MGM Grand has four such accommodations, there’s three at Caesars Palace, and the Mirage, Aria, Venetian, and Monte Carlo have two apiece. It’s unlikely that regular guests at the super casinos which house such exclusive areas will even know about their existence. Rooms like Hotel 32 in the Monte Carlo and the Mansion in the MGM Grand are reserved for the upper echelons of society and along with some of the most decadent suites in all of Vegas, visitors will be treated to a whole host of perks. These can include exclusive club and private lounge access, concierges, preferential restaurant treatment, butlers, and even in-room gaming tables.

Most of the most exclusive card rooms and casinos in Sin City require a minimum credit line of $300,000 to play at them. An example is the especially decadent Wynn Sky Casino which sits high in the Encore Tower. There, players can look out over the whole of Vegas – a real rarity since most casinos prefer to keep their punters guessing at the time of day or night. Similarly located on its own private floor, the Bellagio Private Gaming Villa has the same financial requirements to enjoy the facilities. This completely private area is staffed with butlers and massage therapists as well as the expected dealers, and waiting staff you’d see in any public casino. This really helps the highest rollers around feel completely at ease during their time within the Villa.

In Vegas, each of the major casino operators offers their own version of a well-tested theme. Being as accommodation and gaming is usually done on a single property, those wishing to use the highest stake tables available are also treated to the most preferential accommodations. Casino hosts will do all in their power to ensure that the most valuable guests have the most comfortable time during their entire stay with them.

Macau

Macau’s high roller scene more closely resembles that of Las Vegas than it does London. Again, the casino resort accommodation offers punters everything they need under a single roof. Exclusive treatment comes as a package and is delivered courtesy of one of the region’s super casinos. Like in Vegas, there are plenty to choose from.

High rollers will purchase “rolling chips” before they leave the mainland for Macau and these are redeemed for credit at whichever casino the player has a reservation with. Many casinos provide VIP packages for players playing over certain thresholds. Special treatment and perks are like those found in Las Vegas. The Venetian Macao offers membership in their private Paiza Club which provides access to their VIP gaming facilities. This is the norm across the region’s other famous casinos. The likes of the Wynn Macau, Grand Lisboa, City of Dreams and Galaxy Macau all have their own exclusive tables, rooms, and suites for their high rollers.
Super Casino or Super Exclusive?

Whilst many of the private facilities at the planet’s super casinos are fabulously decadent, and sufficiently grandiose to rival their London private members’ club counterparts, the experience is a completely different one. Vegas and Macau are totally synonymous with gambling culture and casinos litter the city skyline in all directions. Meanwhile, the Mayfair streets are the exact opposite. Stepping off an iconic road in the busy capital and arriving instantly in a sophisticated and exclusive club of your peers is a surreal yet special feeling indeed and one that’s impossible to create in the likes of Vegas or Macau. Whilst the private facilities provided by the Mansion or the Venetian certainly offer hard-to-rival levels of luxury, the atmosphere within London’s members’ clubs is one that’s hard match.

The Pacific island of Saipan is suddenly becoming a destination spot for Chinese high rollers, and the makeshift casino is cleaning up. The casino also happens to be run by a former protege of President-elect Donald Trump. The video above from Bloomberg explains how the staggering numbers have attracted the attention of U.S. anti-money laundering officials.

The hotel is perfectly situated in the charming little village of Oracabessa which lies on the north coast of Jamaica. The GoldenEye Hotel and Resort is where author Ian Flemming brought 007 James Bond to life in 1952.

The hotel itself includes Flemming’s home and three original villas, nine new beach cottages, six new lagoon suites, two new lagoon cottages and is spread across 52 acres of lush Jamaican land. The surrounding land offers guests the perfect opportunity to unwind, explore and swim because of its picturesque private beaches, secret coves, breathtaking lagoons and tropical forests.

It’s all about privacy when guests stay in the Flemming Villa which features the most private atmosphere you can imagine and glorious. You will feel as though you literally left the rest of the world behind. Of course, there is rich history to be absorbed. If the walls of this villa could talk, guests would hear amazing tales of spies, famous writers, artists and great seducers also known as James Bond himself. This 10-person villa has fabulous amenities such as a fully equipped situ kitchen, spacious dining area with jalousie-style windows, a fully stocked wet bar with Blackwell Rum and popular Jamaican snacks, private swimming pool, large media room and more. When it comes to dining you can choose to dine under the renowned almond trees which were planted by Ian Flemming, enjoy spicy jerk chicken at the Fleming Beach BBQ or dinner in the Fleming Cave. The two and one bedroom villas are equally beautiful and offer exquisite amenities for all who stay there and the lagoon cottages are steps away from Low Cay Beach. Think you can afford $7,500 a night minimum? If you’re a high roller you probably can!

Guests staying at the GoldenEye Hotel and Resort can sip pina coladas at the Bizot Bar on the beach by the sea, enjoy low key dining and authentic Jamaican specialties and listen to the sounds of Radio Nova, broadcast from France. In the mood for dinner by sunset? Dine sky high in the treetops at The Gazebo restaurant which overlooks the lagoon and Low Cay Beach and sample succulent dishes such as lobster tail and seasoned rack of lamb. If you want to stay in your room, you can dine there too with the hotel’s excellent in-room dining service!

If guests want to stay active during their stay at this first-class hotel and resort, they can get involved in a variety of fun activities like core training where you can burn off unwanted calories, tennis courts, water sports like skiing and snorkeling and a team morning run. Ride a mountain bike to Firefly Hill, jog along the beach during a picturesque Jamaican sunset and practice sunset yoga with other guests.

If you are seeking a little more adventure, you can go on the glass bottom boat ride and see over 700 species of colorful fish in Oracabessa Bay or join one of the local Oracabessa fisherman for a morning fishing trip! Looking for some pampering and VIP treatment to compliment the rest of your luxury experience at GoldenEye? Check out the FieldSpa which offers a variety of facials, massages and world-class spa treatments.

Simon is a writer and content specialist who is addicted to being on the front page of anything. A graduate of Dalhousie University, he specializes in using the em dash too often. Currently, Simon rests his typing hands in Vancouver, Canada. Check out his recent thoughts on gaming.