While the main casino floor is filled with casual tourists playing penny slots, a completely different world exists behind closed doors.

The competition to attract a legitimate ‘Whale’ is incredibly fierce, with resorts offering jaw-dropping perks just to get them in the door.

The Definition of a ‘Whale’

While high rollers are valuable, a true ‘Whale’ is a mythical creature in the casino world, bringing a bankroll of $1 Million to $10 Million.

If a whale goes on a massive winning streak, they can literally drain a smaller casino’s available cash reserves.

• A ‘Premium Mass’ player is a newer term for wealthy tourists who bet large amounts but don’t quite reach the multi-million dollar whale status
• Credit lines (markers) extended to whales are often secured by massive international real estate holdings or corporate assets
• The stress on the casino executives is immense when a whale is playing, as a $10 million loss can severely impact the bottom line

The Incredible Perks and Comps

To ensure the whale loses their money at their specific property, the casino will cover absolutely all expenses for their entire entourage.

If a whale wants front-row tickets to a sold-out championship boxing match, the casino will simply buy the seats at an exorbitant markup.

The world of the casino whale is a fascinating study in extreme wealth and the lengths corporations will go to capture it.