Florida has regulations regarding casinos, and large casinos with table games are operated by the Seminole Tribe of Florida.

If Miami travelers want to visit a casino, the first place that comes to mind is the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood.

It is located between Miami and Fort Lauderdale, and it takes about 30 to 40 minutes by car from downtown Miami. Naturally, it will take longer if traffic is bad.

It is easy to find from a distance. A giant guitar rises into the sky.

The hotel building is designed in the shape of a guitar, and when the lights come on at night, you can immediately recognize, "Ah, that's Hard Rock."

Once inside, the scale is quite impressive. In addition to slot machines, you can enjoy various casino games such as blackjack, baccarat, roulette, and poker.

It's not just a casino. It's a resort with a hotel, pool, restaurants, bars, shopping, and performance venues, making it a good place to spend time even with those who do not gamble. On days when famous singers perform or large events are held, many people come for the shows rather than the casino.

However, if you think, "I don't want to drive 30 minutes just for a casino," there is also Hialeah Park Casino.

It is a well-known old racetrack located in Hialeah, northwest of Miami.

It has a different character from the flashy Hard Rock resort and operates mainly with electronic slot games and poker.

If you value the scale and variety of games, the Hard Rock is much better, but if you just want to check out the atmosphere nearby, Hialeah can be an option.

If you are going on a cruise, there is another option.

Many large cruise ships like Carnival, Royal Caribbean, and MSC that depart from PortMiami have casinos on board.

However, the casino opens only after the ship has set sail and enters waters where casino operations are permitted. I also think it's fun to check out casinos while traveling.

The problem is that casinos are designed to make spending money very easy. There are ATMs, alcohol, and you lose track of time.

Initially, you might think you'll only play with $100, but if you lose money, it starts with, "Just $100 more."

So, when going to a casino during your trip, the approach is simple.

Only bring money that won't affect your travel if you lose it. If you decide on $100, think of it as the entry fee for the day, which makes it easier on your mind.

And when that money is gone, it's over. Consider that there are no ATMs.

Especially if you start to think about touching your living expenses because of the casino or trying to recover lost money, it may be a sign that you are already beyond the realm of entertainment.

There's no need to ruin your trip to Miami because of a casino.

Check out the Hard Rock guitar building, play a little, enjoy some good food, and leave at the right time.

The hardest game in the casino might not be winning money, but getting up on time.