The literal meaning of a casino is a building or a large room devoted to gambling or wagering on a variety of events.

The Casino culture in Goa is not very well developed since gambling is illegal in India. But now as the Government is making efforts to develop the casino industry in Goa, it seems that it'll reach great heights. The golden coastline of Goa would be now popularized all over the world for offshore casinos, on board the vessels.

The Caravela, in Goa is home to India's first ever high limit live gaming Casino. Maintaining international gaming standards, the 215 ft. long cruise ship can accommodate 300 people, comfortably. Docked at Panaji, the capital of Goa, it promises an eventful evening out. The caravel cruises into the blazing sun, passing through the old secretariat (Adil Shah's Palace), Fort Aguada, the fishing boats and into the Arabian sea. The upper open deck allows site seeing, the adventure loving people can enjoy American Roulette, Black Jack, Rummy, Stud Poker, Baccarat, Pontoon and Flash. Players are dealt to by dealers specially trained (under expatriate supervision) to conduct gaming sessions with accepted international standards. People who are light hearted can enjoy Reel and Poker slot machines as well as upper deck entertainment and a wonderful sun deck bar.

The Casinos in Goa have very few table games. But they do have many gaming machines. Other facilities include restaurants, barbecues and swimming pool.

Other Casinos like the Goldfinger also provides state of the art gaming facilities. With increasing number of casinos in Goa, it will surely become the Casino capital of India. So, come to Goa and try your luck.