Caribbean Poker has been misunderstood by many casino players for well over fifty years.  You can tell by the way many people avoid the Caribbean Poker tables in land-based casinos that there is a fear of the unknown when these players contemplate playing Caribbean Poker.

Here is a quick quiz for you, and all you have to do is answer "true" or "false" to these statements about Caribbean Poker:

<!--[if !supportLists]-->·   <!--[endif]-->You need to own at least one album of Harry Belafonte in order to play Caribbean Poker  – FALSE

<!--[if !supportLists]-->·   <!--[endif]-->The game of Caribbean Poker was developed on cruise ships to the islands of the Caribbean – TRUE

<!--[if !supportLists]-->·   <!--[endif]-->The game of Caribbean Poker most closely resembles the game of Blackjack – FALSE – it most closely resembles 5-Card Stud Poker

<!--[if !supportLists]-->·   <!--[endif]-->Caribbean Poker is a perfect card game for those seeking a relaxing recreational experience - TRUE

The truth of the matter is that Caribbean Poker is a version of a card game from the Stud poker family.  This is because 4 cards are dealt face down to each player, and then one is dealt face up.  You don’t need to worry about being overstimulated or stressed because of the strategies involved in the game of Caribbean Poker, since the strategy is limited.  However, there is a function of the game that allows you to bet on a progressive jackpot, which you will win if you attain a particular hand. 

Free Caribbean Poker is a great way to learn to play the game.  When you play free Caribbean Poker on free casino sites, the only thing that you invest is your time and your energy.  There is no financial investment on these sites.  You can play Caribbean Poker as long as you desire without losing any money.  Additionally, the experience you gain by playing free Caribbean Poker will help you if and when you choose to play on play-for-pay sites.

The strategy involved in Caribbean Poker is whether or not to stay after you’ve been dealt your cards.  You should only stay in and place a wager equal to your ante bet if you have a pair that is higher than the face up card of the dealer.