A casino's, in the modern sense of the word, a facility that houses and accommodates certain types of gambling activities. Casinos are most commonly built near or combined with hotels, restaurants, retail shopping, cruise ships and other tourist attractions. Some casinos are known for hosting live entertainment events, such as stand-up comedy, concerts, and sporting events. History of the term casino The term "Casino" originally meant a small villa, summerhouse or pavilion built for pleasure,… (More on Casino)