Casinos are not allowed where I live, so I'm not too experienced with casino gambling. For the last two years I have traveled abroad, as a part of a music band, and stayed at a Hotel with a rather large casino. This year’s trip is next week. I expect to be able to visit the casino two days (with about 16 hours total) during my stay. As far as I understand I play against the minimum house edge with blackjack and 9/6 jacks or better video poker. However, the minimum bet at blackjack tables is 25 USD, while the maximum amount I am comfortable losing during my two days of casino attendance is 150 – 200 USD (1 USD equals to about 6 units of my local currency). As for video poker I’m affraid the only machines available in that casino are 8/5 Jacks or Better. Any advise on what you think I should play (with what minimum bets etc) under these circumstances would be appreciated.