Florida Woman’s Lucky Spin Nets $1.25 Million Jackpot at Tampa Casino

If you love playing slot machines, here's a bit of inspiration as one Florida woman's lucky spin hit a $1.25 million jackpot at a Tampa casino.

I love going to casinos. In recent years I've been doing more gambling in Las Vegas than in local casinos in Tampa, Immokalee and Miami, but there's something about spinning the reels on a slot machine that gets me all excited. The most I've won is $400, which in the grand scheme of things isn't big, but exciting nonetheless. Hitting a bonus is so much fun and not knowing what spin will bring you some good luck gets me giddy with anticipation.

One Florida woman had some great luck at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Tampa on the Dollar $torm machine. According to a Facebook post, she decided to put one last bill in the machine on her way out and up her bet and boy did it pay off. On a $12.50 bet, she won over $1.25 million!

It's a Monday Funday, and if you're like me you're not just recovering from the weekend, you are also looking forward to the next one. Southwest Florida has good spots to enjoy a good night out. However, it doesn't rank high on any lists such as the best Florida cities for people who like to party. At least that's what the experts at BetMGM have to say. They have done a little research and put together a list of the best cities in the United States for partying and nightlife. Two Florida cities made the top ten.

Orlando came in at number seven. Not only is the city home to some of the most famous theme parks, some of those parks offer great night life. In addition, the city itself has numerous clubs and entertainment venues. According to this report, there are 60 bars for every 100,000 people. You might be surprised to learn that Orlando ranked higher than Miami in this round up.

Miami, with all of its glitz and glamour comes in at number nine. Miami is famous for South Beach but that is not all. The city has a good combo of both relaxation and excitement with bars that stay hopping until the wee hours of the morning. The city is colorful, vibrant and full of energy. Atlanta rounds out the top ten at number ten. It's hotels are listed as more affordable making it appealing for a weekend getaway.

Now that you know the best Florida cities for people who like to party, lets look at the rest of the country. Here are the top five party cities in the nation, counting down from number five.

Cincinnati has a unique blend of urban energy and Midwestern charm. The city has has 69 bars per 100,000 residents, which is the most out of any city. In addition, the average beer prices are stated to be around $4. Not bad for a night out.

San Francisco has so much going on including a plethora of trendy bars and clubs. There are 733 activities listed on Trip Advisor and hotels average around $129 a night, making it a more affordable location for a party weekend.     

Portland is a city known for its hipster culture, craft breweries, thriving food scene and abundance of attractions for visitors. There are 47 bars per every 100,000 residents.

New York City offers diverse experiences, including Broadway shows, trendy bars, renowned restaurants, shopping, and cultural attractions. Drinks are slightly more expensive, with average beer prices around $8.

The City of Las Vegas is famous for its extravagant casinos, world-class entertainment, luxurious resorts and parties that never end. Vegas has over 340 bars listed on Trip Advisor, which is 51 for every 100,000 of the population. 

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