Poker News
You may be looking at the name of this country and thinking, where in the world is that? Don’t feel bad, many people have never heard of the Republic of Suriname. What they have heard of is this country's former names - Nederlands Guyana, Netherlands Guiana or Dutch Guiana.
Apr 9, 2008
It was announced on April 4th that the Latin American Poker Tour (LAPT) will expand to include North American venues. Therefore, the name of the tour will now be the Poker Tour of the Americas (PTA).
Apr 7, 2008
Located in South America, The Republic of Ecuador provides tourists with many attractions to guarantee a memorable vacation. Bordered by Colombia on the north, Peru on the east and south, and the Pacific Ocean to the west, this country offers everything from beautiful beaches to spectacular mountains.
Apr 4, 2008
The Asian Poker Tour has announced its schedule for the 2008 season. The four events will take place in the Philippines, Macau, South Korea, and Singapore, beginning with the Manila stop on the tour that will run from May 27th to June 1st.Each tournament stop will offer a $1 million guaranteed prize pool and hopes to attract players from around the world.
Apr 2, 2008
When most people think of Peru, images of Llamas and the Andes mountains come to mind. But within the borders of this 496,222 square mile country are many attractions - not just mountains and animals.Peru is centrally located in South America and comprised of 25 regions plus the province of Lima, the capitol.
Mar 29, 2008
The Eastern Republic of Uruguay is the smallest nation in South America, encompassing just 68,036 square miles. Located in the southeastern part of South America, bordered by Brazil, Argentina, and the South Atlantic Ocean, Uruguay is home to almost four million people, of which 88% are of European descent.Uruguay is classified as a developing country with a middle income economy.
Mar 27, 2008
The Republic of Chile was inhabited around 10,000 years ago, when migrating Native Americans settled in the coastal valleys. For a brief time, the Incas expanded their empire into the northern area of Chile, but relocated after they found the barren land to be uninhabitable.
Feb 26, 2008
In a press conference held at the Commerce Casino on Friday, February 22, the World Poker Tour announced that professional poker player and WPT champion Antonio Esfandiari will be the face of the World Poker Tour. He will represent the company in marketing and advertising projects, on television and on the tournament circuit, and as the model of a WPT Poker-Made Millionaire.
Feb 23, 2008
The Virgin Islands have long been a favored vacation destination for tourists from around the world. One glimpse of the clear, beautiful, turquoise water and white sand beaches is all it takes to know why these islands are so popular.Located in the Lesser Antilles, The Virgin Islands are divided into two parts, one governed by the United Kingdom (BVI), the other by the United States.
Feb 14, 2008
As it was first announced in 2007, the World Poker Tour will now be televised on GSN, its new network partner. The schedule for the airing of the show’s sixth season has been released and will begin on Monday, March 24th, at 9pm ET/PT.
Feb 13, 2008