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Show woman traveler SoMEHOW, London has become the gambling capital of the world. PROBABLY NO LAW in history has ever been passed so naively as was the legalized even the most sophisticated types, men and women, become shy at the prospect of entering a casino, yet because gambling has become such a widespread diversion in . the where tourists places gather, a word or two on the subject seems to be in order. These days, gambling exists even under the aegis of Laurence Rockefeller at his Dorado Beach Hotel in Puerto Rico, under the blazing neon of Las Vegas, amid the palms, yachts, and shimmering blue waters in the candy kingdom of Monaco, and in recent years in the Georgian houses, the dignified squares, the pomp and civilized atmosphere of Gambling's Fair Game Even For the Fair Sex by Frances Koltun - London. Indeed, since gambling was legalized in England in 19t0, ' gambling act. Parliamentary members rationalized that when gambling became open some of its lure would disappear. Instead 750 illegal betting shops have become 15,000 licensed betting shops, and because the act allowed private clubs, the door has been opened to big casino operators who have moved in in large numbers. This has resulted so far, reported the Weekend Telegraph, in the British becoming the biggest and best gamblers in the world. In a recent year, the gambling runover in Britain averaged about 13 pounds for every man, woman, and child in the United Kingdom. This compares with what would be in English currency about 6 pounds a head for Sweden, 5 pounds for France, 3 pounds for West Germany, and i pounds for the United States. NOT ONLY, says tiie Telegraph, are the British big gamblers, they are good ones. 'A man who owns casinos ia several countries has said: The Germans take their gambling seriously. They refuse to lose, so naturally they finish up by losing twice as much as e- ery-on- e else. The Dutch are rather like that. They lack imagination and believe that the wheel wrill behave logically. Swedes are optimistic and will plunge heavily; then they become sad and leave. The Americans love doubling up and having one last bet. The worst for me are the English; they are brave and they think and when they win they leave. If you find yourself in a resort or city with gambling, here are some rules of thumb to ease your way: Don't be shy about entering a casino. With its special air of nijht no matter w'hat the time of day, its poker-facecroupiers and its artificiality, it can be somewhat intimidating. Two women traveling together and even a woman alone, however, can feel utterly relaxed about sitting down to play. You are welcome everywhere. - d p IT Jl iim Last year India welcomed over 179,000 tourists. But we discovered that many those who traveled so far to see our country missed some of her most fascinating sights. What a pity. Below is a list of but ten of the exotic things to see and do in India. 9. The carvings of Khajuraho. Medieval temples laden with unique sculptures. shikar. A hunt for the most sought-afte- r trophy in the world the Royal Bengal tiger. With guides, eleplrants, all the trappings. 6. The Sun Temple of Konarak. So breathtaking is this 13th century masterpiece that some view it as a true wonder of the world. Solid stone carved to represent t he Sun God s chariot, standing on 21 enormous w heels, pulled by 7 massive horses. 7. Kashmir's Gardens of Shalimar the Abode of I.ove. Early in the 17th century', the Emperor Jahangir crea;ed this floral parai for his love, Queen Nur 5. A Ajanta and Ellora. 2,000 years ago artisans began carving these and magnificent monasteries from a single mass of solid rock, and decorating them with religious paintings and sculpture worthy of the Renaissance. A labor which lasted for centuries. The shaking minarets of A slight push on the Rajpur Bibi and Sidi Bashir Mosques and their slender, lofty towers are sot in motion. An ingenious arrangement to prevent damage by earth tremors. The Gir Lion Sanctuary'. It is the only place where the Asian lion can be seen and photographed in his natural habitat. cave-templ- Ahme-daba- d. potpourri of Portuguese churches, Hindu temples, a Jewish synagogue, Dutch arehitccture,ancicntcivilizationa and 20th century technology. Darjeeling. From Tiger Hill, you can gaze upon the crimson rays of the sun as it rises above tin towering Himalayas. A sight which youll never forget. Goa. Miles and miles of whit sandy beaches fringed by sheltering palms. A pleasant retreat after all lliat sightseeing. (You might also like to know that roads, an 8. Cocliin. An exotic 4. K-- - PLAY Jehan. well-pave- d extensive railroad sy stem and a largo domestic airlina it about go )make country.) infor- - mation is available through tho Government of India Tourist Office. Merely mail the coupon below, and we sliall send it to you. Government of India Tourist Office G85 Market Street, San Francisco, Calif. 91 103 Id like to know wliat Im missing. Please send me your free literature. Name QUIETLY. Dont squeal or giggle or make loud conversation. Nothing is as irritating to other players whose brows are furrowed in concentration as unwelcome noise. Except for Las Vegas in summertime when anything goes and many women walk into casinos in shorts, dress as you would for a dinner date. In dressy places like Frances seaside resorts in August and San Juan in the height of the winter season, women wear glittering dresses and plenty of jewelry. Remember that even in the height of summer when the temperature is blistering outside, the casinos in Puerto Rico are so heavily that you must have some kind of wrap. IN PUERTO RICO, the casinos are under government supervision and very carefully regulated. No drinks are served at the gaming tables. In other places you may have a drink while you play, with perfect propriety. If then you find yourself in a resort where there's gambling and the spirit to play moves you, you can go to a casino without feeling sinful. The following boo lets by Frances Koltun are new available to readers "Dressing and Packing Appropriately " for Travel," Wisely "How To Meet the Most Interesting People Wherever You Go," and "Budgeting and Planning a Trip Abroad " Send JS cents for each booklet, or $1 75 for all four, to Mis s Frances Koltun. M West SSth St., New York, N.Y., tOOIP Alio available is Miss Koltun's excellent book on ah aspects of travel. The Inteltgent Woman regular.? tr a) pjf especially Traveler," priced at IA.51 for newspaper's readers Send check or money order to the same addres. AdJiess. City State. -- Zip. todiia. ANSWER STOLID YILID nl m TURNIP RADIUS TUTURI MALIC! ternmn ttho rttolvrd rrpeml gottip mtktd krfiUni do LISTEN THE FIRST TIME (JUMBLE appears on page 2) 1S The Skit Lak?. Tribune Home Magazine , |
