Tourism is on the rise again with many people visiting exotic or remote locations for a variety of reasons including leisure or even for business trips.
However, in recent years it has become apparent just how many people are visiting countries for gaming purposes. In fact, as locations like London and Tokyo have some of the best gaming facilities in the world people are venturing from their own hometowns and going further afield in search of unique gaming experiences.
With the gaming industry constantly expanding due to technological innovations it is worth exploring some of the best gaming countries to visit around the world and what exactly makes them so popular among tourists.
London
Firstly, for those who want to step away from their gaming console at home, London is one of the best locations for people who want to have an exclusive and varied gaming experience. Scattered throughout the city of London are a wide array of eSports bars that combine peoples love for people’s love for pub culture with gaming.
The Red Bull Gaming Sphere in particular is an expansive eSports and gaming studio that includes consoles, VR headsets and racing simulators, recently opened to rave game reviews.
Furthermore it is not just video style games that can be played in London as the city is also globally renowned for having a thriving casino scene where people can visit famous casinos like the Hippodrome to play their favorite casino games. In fact, thanks to advancements in technology those who cannot find time in their busy schedule to take a trip to London can replicate their gaming experience by playing games like slingo on sites like Rainbow Riches Casino which has a myriad of benefits like rewards and bonuses to entice players in.
Monte Carlo
Moreover, Monte Carlo is also a fantastic host to many gaming attractions like the Monte Carlo Casino which is known for its stunning architecture. The Monte Carlo Casino offers a variety of different games, including slot machines, roulette, baccarat, blackjack, stud poker, video poker.
For those gaming fans who are visiting the area, the Monaco Grand Prix is a Formula One motor racing event held annually on the Circuit de Monaco, in late May or early June and it is perfect for those who are enthusiasts of sports video games as they can see a real race in front of them.
Tokyo
In addition, gaming fans should consider adding Tokyo to their itinerary as it is globally recognised for its pleasant and welcoming gaming culture.
The Akihabara Electric Town is the host of plenty of opportunities for shopping and cosplaying plus themed shops to hang out and enjoy everything Tokyo has to offer. There are also a plethora of internet cafés scattered across Tokyo which offer tourists the opportunity to play online games or simply browse the internet.
The Japanese arcade scene is also something that allures many tourists each year and have had a strong presence in Japan since the 1970s. Today, there are a huge abundance of Japanese arcades that host a wide variety of games including skill-based games, accuracy-based games, rhythm games, fighting games and racing games which allow players to feel as if they are fully in control of the car.
Read as well our travel tip about Yodobashi Akiba, the world’s largest electronic store, which you find in Tokyo.
Los Angeles
Elsewhere in the US, Los Angeles in California is also flourishing with gaming fans who are equally as fond of the nightlife as they are with gaming.
This attractive location is the host to big events and conventions that are hosted by well known gaming companies like EA and Playstation. The Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3) and Blizzcon are also two famous examples which are some of the largest events in the world of gaming which allows games developers to showcase their upcoming titles.
Not only does visiting Los Angeles give gamers the unique opportunity of socializing and connecting with other gamers, but when they want to have time off they are never short of entertainment with attractions like the Disneyland Park and the Los Angeles County Museum of Art.
Las Vegas
Of course, when exploring outstanding gaming location we cannot neglect to mention Las Vegas which is known as the entertainment hub of the US.
The Strip is home to the world’s largest casinos and largest hotels with 30 casinos on the Vegas strip alone and two dozen nearby. You are guaranteed to avail of plenty of gaming opportunities if you visit locations like the Bellagio, Caesar’s Palace, and Mandalay Bay which not only offer a huge array of casino games but also let you try out virtual reality games like racing and action games.
And here is a list with the most iconic places to visit in Las Vegas.
In summary, throughout the world there are a myriad of different gaming venues that people go to in order to have a great gaming experience.
Whilst there are many destinations that have some gaming facilities, it is best to visit locations like London, Tokyo or Los Angeles that have a successful gaming culture and a variety of gaming facilities. If you are not travelling alone and have the company of someone who is not particularly impressed with gaming, most of these locations also have a stream of other activities and experiences that can satisfy everyone.
As a gamer, whatever location you decide to visit next, remember to carry out your research on where you are going to stay and what activities you want to take part in so that you can make the most out of your experience.
Travel Dudes
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