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Beat the OddsAt One of Germany's Magnificent CasinosThe allure of Germany's casinos is their elegance, attracting those seeking a glamorous "James Bond" experience. Unlike the United States, which boasts hubs containing numerous gaming establishments adorned with neon signs, there is typically only one "grand" casino per city in Germany. Every establishment enforces a dress code, where "proper attire" is required - for men, this means a jacket and tie, and for ladies, semi-formal evening wear. Another noticeable difference is the noise level, which is generally subdued - partly due to the lack of slot machines, but also because of the sophisticated manners of the crowd. Non-German citizens are required to show their passports to enter the gaming floor. Germany has over 20 casinos; following are some notable examples:
STUTTGART: A touch of Las Vegas excitement greets visitors at this casino, with its 250 gaming machines, and French roulette, black jack, and baccarat tables. Newer than most of its counterparts, the casino is housed in the SI-Centrum, where visitors can also enjoy theater events, a health club, and over 19 theme restaurants and bars, featuring food from all over the world. For more information, go to www.spielbank-stuttgart.de and www.stuttgart-tourist.de. For further information on travel to Germany, contact the German National Tourist Office at 122 East 42 Street, New York, NY 10168-0072, tel: 212-661-7200, fax: 212-661-7174 or visit www.visits-to-germany.com . Edited by Dave Shultz |
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BADEN: It is as difficult to imagine the city without its casino as it
is without its baths. The town not only has one of the leading casinos in
Europe, it is also one of the oldest. Its magnificent rooms, several of
which are patterned after the imperial palaces of France, led Marlene
Dietrich to proclaim that the casino was Athe most beautiful in the world.@
Other legendary patrons have included Aga Khan, Dostoyevsky, and Kaiser
Wilhelm I. Casino tours guide visitors through years of history and
elegance. Visit 
WIESBADEN:
Richard Wagner and Elvis Presley both tried their luck in Wiesbaden, where
roulette, black jack, and poker are the featured games. The casino, along
with a concert hall and congress center, is located in the stately Kurhaus,
which has an amazing interior dating from 1907Ca mix of Neo-Byzantine,
Neo-Classical, Neo-Baroque, and Art Nouveau. For visitors to Frankfurt,
Wiesbaden is close enough for the perfect night on the town. While there,
be sure and visit one of the city=s thermal spas. Go to