InstantForum.NET v4.1.4Gambling.com Forumhttp://www.gambling.com/forum/forums@gambling.comFri, 09 Jan 2009 05:11:58 GMT20http://www.gambling.com/forum/Topic1981-33-1.aspxThere are dangers in casinos just like in any other part of the world, but there are things you can do to protect yourself. First, dont go around flaunting loads of money all the time, especially around the sports books, poker room, table games etc. Next, if your going to be going to one specific casino and that is the only place your going to play, then talk to the main cage about putting money on deposit with them and using markers to draw them off.<br><br>In most casinos, you can deposit money into an account and then go by the cage and request a marker to be taken off your account. I did this the last 2 years, one time at the Orleans and one time at the Rio for the World Series of Poker. All I had was 10k in cash for tournaments, but as long as your willing to go through the hoops, they will work with you. <br><br>If you are still worried about taking loads of cash around, convert your money to chips at the cage. If you have a few chips in your pocket, thats a lot easier and less conspicous than taking a lot of cash around.<br><br>Also, if you are worried about being followed in a casino etc, then get a security escort. That is part of their job. I have had to use security on a couple of different occasions due to different problems. If your playing, just ask a poker host or a dealer to contact security and they can get one REALLY quick. Dont believe me. Have someone working there call Security and see how quickly someone shows up. Two years ago at the Rio I went to get my car from Valet and realized too late that it was a satellite vallet and I had to go all the way across the casino...and I had 5k in my pocket at the time. A security guy driving a truck was driving around, and I waved him down. He gave me a ride to the other security place no problem. Thats their job. The casinos want you safe so that you can come back and give them money. Take advantage of it.Fri, 14 Mar 2008 04:13:54 GMTcompncardshttp://www.gambling.com/forum/Topic1981-33-1.aspxThey really must have things in order, or else casino crime would be all over the news, every day. Instead I had never heard of anything, and that's even with reading worldwide and local news daily. I am not too worried. Common sense will help with many things.Thu, 06 Mar 2008 01:37:12 GMTSpareChangehttp://www.gambling.com/forum/Topic1981-33-1.aspx[quote]The security in those places must be intense though...I don't hear on the news any problems. [/quote]</P><P>That's so true - you'd think there'd be shootings quite often or any other kinds of violence but there seems to be none.Mon, 03 Mar 2008 14:30:38 GMTProlinerhttp://www.gambling.com/forum/Topic1981-33-1.aspxI'm cautious. I'm always paying attention to what's around me. Even in a place with such high security I'm not leaving my safety into someone else's hands. Thu, 21 Feb 2008 01:07:23 GMTProPlayerhttp://www.gambling.com/forum/Topic1981-33-1.aspxI'm usually with my husband, so this hasn't been a problem. A good rule of thumb is to always have a buddy. That is what I tell my daughters (who are grown).Wed, 20 Feb 2008 16:03:29 GMTGlitzyGrannyhttp://www.gambling.com/forum/Topic1981-33-1.aspxIf I won big I would prob just spend the night in the casino hotel ...or just go with friends. Its hard to tell a gambler from a thief (they dont wear signs do they?) so if all else fails then act like a nutcase...guaranteed to scare anyone awayWed, 20 Feb 2008 15:37:45 GMTmonstahttp://www.gambling.com/forum/Topic1981-33-1.aspxGood question. I never really thought much of this before as I'm usually along with friends and staying at a nearby hotel at least. I imagine that one should just take the usual precautions and avoid secluded areas.Sun, 17 Feb 2008 04:48:48 GMTGambleProhttp://www.gambling.com/forum/Topic1981-33-1.aspxThe problem is that I couldn't tell my fellow gambler from someone who walked in off the street to try and rob or mug people. Or pickpockets, whatever. I just don't have that level of trust.Sat, 16 Feb 2008 02:54:14 GMTSnakeEyeshttp://www.gambling.com/forum/Topic1981-33-1.aspxI'd make sure to pak close to the doors and bring a friend. Don't they give out checks to the big winners? I've never won anything big yet.Fri, 15 Feb 2008 16:16:08 GMTqueenbluffhttp://www.gambling.com/forum/Topic1981-33-1.aspxIf i'm gambling in a Casino I tend to be staying in the hotel at the Casino or somewhere very close. I don't see the need to take security precautions. Perhaps i'm just being nieve but I trust my fellow gambler.Fri, 15 Feb 2008 13:20:13 GMTRouletteKidhttp://www.gambling.com/forum/Topic1981-33-1.aspxI just treat it the same as any other place where I might be dealing with money. Even at the store there is the expectation that you are carrying money, and for that reason caution is needed. <br><br>So I keep the cash close to my body, in none accessible pockets and so on.Fri, 15 Feb 2008 06:41:21 GMTSpareChangehttp://www.gambling.com/forum/Topic1981-33-1.aspxIf I will to visit any Casinos, I will not bring along with big amounts of money. After winning big bucks, I will spend it right away before living the casino. :D </P><P>Well I guess there's a bank inside the casino or within the area, then why not deposit it to you bank account.Fri, 15 Feb 2008 03:58:23 GMTonline_sugalhttp://www.gambling.com/forum/Topic1981-33-1.aspxI have a fanny pack lol. My friends say it reminds them of Grandma Yenta from the old tv show The Nanny. It may make me look funny but it's better to be safe then sorry!Thu, 14 Feb 2008 20:04:11 GMTGamblingGinahttp://www.gambling.com/forum/Topic1981-33-1.aspxIf I intend to gamble much or carry alot of money I use a money belt, you know the type you can put under your jeans or under your dress? I've also said I would hire a friend of mine to be my money guy for the night. He's in security and in return for dinner and some cash he'd stand around looking ferocious all night protecting me and my money :)Thu, 14 Feb 2008 19:57:48 GMTpurplefduhttp://www.gambling.com/forum/Topic1981-33-1.aspxGood question...while not intending to flash my money or go without a friend, people get seperated. Even something as simple as going to the ladies' room would make me a bit nervous.</P><P>The security in those places must be intense though...I don't hear on the news any problems. Thu, 14 Feb 2008 17:28:30 GMTluckyduckhttp://www.gambling.com/forum/Topic1981-33-1.aspxI am usually with a gaggle of friends so that is rarely a concern. It wouldn't matter anyways because I never win much, but I do make sure to have maceThu, 14 Feb 2008 17:00:59 GMTBingoDabhttp://www.gambling.com/forum/Topic1981-33-1.aspxI haven't been there yet, but I plan to travel in packs. You're much less likely to have problems in that instance!Thu, 14 Feb 2008 06:37:18 GMTAnniehttp://www.gambling.com/forum/Topic1981-33-1.aspxI've never had a real serious thought about the security of my money, other than the regular precautions that I would take anywhere. That's probably because I don't have that much to begin with, and never won that much to be so concerned.:P<br>Thu, 14 Feb 2008 03:27:24 GMTRakNorhttp://www.gambling.com/forum/Topic1981-33-1.aspxWhat precautions do you take inside, and more especially outside, casinos - especially after winning (if you're still sober)?Thu, 14 Feb 2008 02:39:49 GMTRounders