He hopes, however, that it will also attract new gamblers.
And some tribal leaders have voiced concern that the casinos might attract Indian gamblers.
One of the problems with the casinos has been poor air service that makes it difficult to attract gamblers from a wider region.
Several states are also insisting that they will not recognize the use of offshore sites if the companies are attracting American gamblers.
With its proximity to the Texas state line, the Lake Charles property attracted gamblers from the Houston market, and was extremely profitable.
Companies The casino industry is trying to attract younger gamblers as part of an effort to keep its growth from slowing.
A few casinos, like Caesars and most recently Harrah's, have tried to attract new gamblers to the game by offering classes.
Unfortunately it attracted the hustlers, gamblers and hangers-on who are inevitable in big-time basketball.
Attracting younger gamblers is just one strategy on which the casino industry is relying to keep its business growing.
Money not spent on ale would probably be stolen or gambled away as the Hirings attracted pickpockets and professional gamblers from the big towns.