With all eyes on the ongoing annual summer festivities in Las Vegas, July is ready to be seen in a different light with Asia’s live poker scene heading straight back into action. Several events are pinned on the calendar with Red Dragon Poker Tour’s debut in Landing Casino, Jeju Shinhwa World, South Korea, on top of the list. From July 26 – August 4, 2024, tournament runners making their way to the picturesque island will be greeted with a thrilling 36 trophy event lineup, centered around the KRW 1,680,000,000 (~USD 1,236,390) guaranteed Red Dragon Poker Tour Jeju Championship Event.
Jeju has been a hotbed for tournament poker recently with three major festivals this 2024 having booked successful offerings one after the other. The accessible location along with the venue’s luxurious amenities has so far attracted a strong contingent from neighboring countries, China and Japan. Enthusiastically an international affair, players should get ready to gear up for more excitement with news of high stakes icon Tom Dwan among those confirmed in attendance. Longtime fans can bag this unique experience of battling against a legend on the felt with Dwan already brushing up on his Mandarin as the festival draws near.
Red Dragon Poker Tour Jeju Championship Event
A grand entrance for Red Dragon Poker Tour, this season’s Championship Event hoists a head turning seven figure guarantee for a buy-in of KRW 2,200,000 (~USD 1,620). The weeklong games are set to run a course of four starting flights and only 15% of the field guaranteed a share of the smashing pot. Once the qualifying rounds wrap up, three more days of play come in following, all running one hour blind levels down to the champion. The winner to be crowned on the festival’s concluding day will not only claim a notable payout but also the highly coveted inaugural Red Dragon Poker Tour Championship trophy.
Dates: July 30 – August 4, 2024
Buy in: KRW 2,200,000 (~USD 1,620)
Guarantee: KRW 1,680,000,000 (~USD 1,236,390)
ITM: 15% of the field
Day 1A: Tuesday, July 30
Day 1B: Wednesday, July 31
Day 1C: Thursday, August 1
Day 1D: Thursday, August 1
Day 2: Friday, August 2
Day 3: Saturday, August 3
Final Day: Sunday, August 4
High Roller Special Rewards
With high tiered tournaments becoming a fan favorite across the regional scene, the first running of Red Dragon Poker Tour features five thrilling High Roller events throughout the ten day schedule. Players eager to splash a chunk of their bankrolls should take advantage of the festival’s High Roller Events Special Rewards, where runners who pre-register and take their seats before the tournament starts are guaranteed a 50% refund of the entry fee. While relatively small, all five events put together can save one as much as KRW 2,050,000 (~USD 1,480) in fees alone. A nice bonus for just being early, this promotion encourages an action-packed experience right on Level 1.
| Date/s | Event | Buy-in (KRW) | Buy-in (~USD) | |
| July 26 – 27 | 2 | RD Super High Roller | ₩30,000,000 | $22,080 |
| July 28 | 8 | Single Day High Roller #1 | ₩8,000,000 | $5,880 |
| July 30 | 17 | Single Day High Roller #2 | ₩8,000,000 | $5,880 |
| August 2 | 28 | Single Day High Roller #3 | ₩8,000,000 | $5,880 |
| August 3-4 | 30 | Red Dragon High Roller | ₩16,000,000 | $11,775 |
F&B Player Discount
While attending a full series may be heavy on the pocket, Red Dragon Poker Tour is softening that blow with a special treat for all participating players. By simply presenting a Landing Membership Card bearing the festival sticker, diners at selected Food & Beverage outlets located in Jeju Shinhwa World can claim an exclusive 20% discount upon payment. The sweet deal looks to be an exceptionally good bargain most especially for those looking to dive into the local cuisine.
Milestone Satellites
In addition to the great value games day in and out, Milestone Satellites will likewise be available on schedule, allowing players to fully maximize their budgets. A great way to minimize costs, entries for Events: Baby Dragon, Single Day High Roller, Main Event, Mini Main Event, and High Roller, are up for the taking for merely a fraction of the cost.
Red Dragon Poker Tour Jeju Full Schedule
Accommodations
With the venue situated inside the Jeju Shinhwa World Resort, the best place to stay would be on property which houses a number of choices based on one’s preference. Tournament runners are greeted with three five-star hotel options onsite – Landing, Shinhwa Hotel, and Marriott Resort, each offering its own charm accompanied by luxurious amenities all within a short walking distance to Landing Casino.
About Jeju Island
The largest island in Korea, Jeju is a popular tourist destination with its stunning volcanic landscape, white sand beaches, and other scenic views making it a worthwhile visit for many. Eager travelers looking to see the sights will be glad to know that the province is home to a couple UNESCO World Heritage sites which can all be accessed within just a few days.
Renowned for its natural beauty, three destinations take it over the top – Hallasan Mountain Natural Reserve, Geomunoreum Lava Tube System, and Seongsan Ilchulbong Tuff Cone, which are all a definite must see for locals and visitors alike. These three areas are home to diiverse volcanic and naturally magnificent characteristics that make the island unique and of interest to many seasoned travelers.
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