They kept the games moving fast and the action continuous. I was impressed with how they handled a couple of tough situations – players taking too long to decide on bets and a drunk guy from Europe that wouldn’t shut up. The dealers are extremely knowledgeable and run the game very well. The small poker room with one table is like walking into your buddy’s basement and rounding up your friends to play a Saturday night game. Like all of Vietnam, hospitality is very personal and eager to please. The bartenders are ready to serve you at the bar while you play. You walk through a security metal detector, they check your ID, and then you are free to play the electronic roulette/ blackjack tables or slot machines.

We just happened to book our Airbnb (see the gorgeous view from our 41st floor) in the apartments that connect to the Mường Thanh Luxury Hotel where the Nha Trang Poker Room is part of the mini-casino they offer there. Similar to Da Nang with the fun nightlife, tasty food selection, and friendly hospitality but with one big difference – there was a CASH room poker game. If you would like to hear all about our times in Vietnam, check out our episode Podcast 11: Vietnam Travel (and Location We Hated during our World Tour).Ī week or so later we were in Nha Trang, Vietnam – another beautiful coastal city that is a common tourist destination in the region. I might have a tattoo or two that represent my love for cards.I won my way to the Million Cruise where I played with the top players in the world and took out actor James Woods in the tourney – you can see me sitting next to Woods at the 1:16 mark of the World Poker Tour Episode in my then long hair, white hat, and stoic focus 😉.I’ve cashed in a World Series of Poker event.(Though I never dealt in an actual casino) I was certified as a poker dealer in Las Vegas when I lived there for 14 months in the mid ‘00’s.To give you a sense of my knowledge on the subject, Here are a few facts: In this post, I will tell you how amazing it was to discover the new poker rooms in Vietnam and how each room differs. It’s in my blood I come from a family of card-playing action lovers. I love all sorts of games, but I have a strong passion for poker. Poker, poker, poker – I love poker! It is my favorite game to play with family, friends, and strangers.

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