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January 8, 2017

The history of iGaming

The history of iGaming really goes back to around 1994. Many people will argue about that, and they will also point out that the development of iGaming depended upon a lot of other really important historical developments. However, the most crucial initial development occurred in 1994. This is the year that Microgaming started, and of course, Microgaming has been a huge pioneer in the industry ever since that point. They released the first true online gaming casino back in 1994. They were able to do this in part due to the passing of the Free Trade and Processing Act in…

September 10, 2015

Remembering 50 Years of the Super Bowl

At the end of this NFL season is the 50th iteration of the big championship game. This is a great time to remember the last 50 years. Herein I will focus on a few different types of the most noteworthy Super Bowls to happen. Whether it was the best shellacking, most competitive games, or noteworthy for some other reason, be sure that I’ll include it on this list. Super Bowl III: NY Jets 16 – 7 Baltimore Colts This game wasn’t a great game outside of the context, so let me set it up for you. The AFL, little brother…

September 7, 2015

The history of fantasy sports

The history of fantasy sports is an interesting one, as it has grown from a fun thing to do with your pals on the weekend to a serious business that some folks even make a living doing full time. To understand how we got to where we are now, let’s start at its origins and go from there… Post WWII: Some guys in Oakland decided to make their golf viewing experience a bit spicier… Looking to inject a spot of excitement into what is ordinarily a sedate spot to watch, Oakland businessman Wilfred Winkenbach created fantasy golf for him and…

August 14, 2015

5 Great Reasons to Visit Lithuania

Probably the first country to visit in the Baltic Sea area should be beautiful and amazing Lithuania, where you can find and enjoy both great nature and historical heritage as well. This small but great little country will welcome you with such worldly famous natural sites like Kursiu Nerija, or one of the biggest Vilnius old towns in the Baltic’s. Although I haven’t visited Lithuania yet, here is my dream list and 5 best reasons why every dedicated traveler should visit. Hurry up, because even if Lithuania is not yet discovered by many tourists, it will definitely be soon full…

March 4, 2015

Feel Like a Royal for a Day: A Guide to Visiting Castles in Denmark

On your next trip to Denmark, give yourself the royal treatment. Visit castles and palaces of old during the day, and stay at luxurious Copenhagen hotels during the night. There’s plenty to see in Copenhagen and no reason you shouldn’t feel like a king or a queen while you take it all in. Here are just some of the most regal spots in the city and the unique accommodations nearby. Amalienborg Palace Photo by Mona Musing via Trover.com The current palace of the Danish royals stands on the eastern edge of Copenhagen. There are plenty of shops and restaurants nearby,…

August 31, 2013

A guide to San Sebastian

San Sebastian, Donosti, is located in the north of Spain, on the Bay of Biscay. This city has many ancient buildings and castles, and visitors will be able to explore the city’s beaches. Explore the Historic Quarter The city’s historic quarter is filled with ancient buildings and squares. The City Hall is one of the city’s main landmarks, a sandstone building with a carved facade that used to be the casino. Visitors will be able to explore many squares, including the historical Plaza de la Constitución and Plaza Gipuzkoa. The city can be explored on foot and most of the…

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