A very exciting month lays ahead with the newest circuit, Red Dragon Poker Tour on its way to making a splash across the international poker scene. The anticipated showing of the esteemed tour will take place right at its home base in Landing Casino, Jeju Shinhwa World, running a 38 trophy event lineup from July 26 through August 4, 2024. Ten days of action await players planning to make the journey, with a KRW 1.68 Billion (~USD 1.2M) guaranteed Championship Event remaining in the center of everyone’s attention.
A wide variety of games including Limit 2-7 Single Draw and Short Deck events apart from the classics No Limit Hold’em and Pot Limit Omaha complete the schedule, giving well-rounded players a jam-packed experience day in and out. Buy-ins for the festival fall in the range of KRW 300,000 (~USD 220) to a highest listed KRW 30,000,000 (~USD 22,080) for its opening day’s Red Dragon Super High Roller Event. Scroll down below for more information on these highlights.
Red Dragon Poker Tour Jeju – Player Guide
Red Dragon Poker Tour Jeju Championship Event
This season’s Red Dragon Poker Tour Jeju festivities boasts an impressive KRW 1,680,000,000 (~USD 1,236,390) guarantee for its headlining Championship Event for an entry fee of KRW 2,200,000 (~USD 1,620). Four starting heats are available on schedule with the first one kicking off on Tuesday, July 30th. Players will have the opportunity to take multiple stabs in securing a spot into Day 2, where the clock runs lengthier one hour blind levels all the way to the final games. Only 15% of the field is guaranteed a share of the pot with the champion deemed to be crowned on the festival’s concluding day on August 4th.
Just recently, Red Dragon Poker Tour unveiled a new surprise in part of the upcoming celebration with a Winner Jacket set to be awarded across seventeen trophy events. Donning a stunning gold dragon emblem, the Championship Event winner will take home this exclusive piece along with the inaugural Red Dragon Poker Tour trophy for his triumph. Side event winners of Events #1, 2, 8, 9, 11, 14, 17, 19, 24, 25, 27, 28, 30, 31, 37, and 38 will likewise receive the coveted hardware as a testament of their impressive victories.
Date/s: 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
Korea Poker Cup Baby Dragon
As the picturesque island of Jeju continues to be a prime poker destination for many, Jeju Shinhwa World Hotels & Resorts has teamed up with Red Dragon Poker Tour to unveil its newest brand – Korea Poker Cup. The collaboration will set stage from July 26-28 with tournament runners of multi-day Event #1: KPC Baby Dragon eligible for additional rewards: a prestigious Korea Poker Cup trophy, RDPT Jeju 2024 Championship Event Day 1A entries for the Top 3 winners, and one night complimentary accommodation at Landing/ Shinhwa Hotel for ITM players on opening day of the next KPC in Mid-November (TBC).
Date/s: July 26-28, 2024
Buy in: KRW 1,500,000 (~USD 1,080)
Day 1A: Friday, July 26
Day 1B: Saturday, July 27
Day 1C Turbo: Saturday, July 27
Day 2: Sunday, July 28
Short Deck events added
Two new trophy events have been added to the lineup, putting another variant on the map for its attendees whilst completing the 38 trophy event schedule. Both games feature the budding Short Deck format with the first offering running on July 31st for a buy-in of KRW 6,000,000 (~USD 4,330), and the latter following on August 3rd for a lesser KRW 2,000,000 (~USD 1,440). The two Short Deck event winners will join the newly minted Red Dragon Poker Tour Winner Jacket’s circle, bagging notable top payouts for a glorious experience at the island through and through.
High Roller 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 |
Player Discounts
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 especially for those looking to dive into the local cuisine.
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.
