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<title>Canasta</title>
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<description>The Canasta game is one of the most entertaining yet challenging Rummy games. Download and play Canasta online.</description>
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<pubDate>Wed,2 Sep 2009 10:13 GMT </pubDate>
<lastBuildDate>Wednesday, September 02, 2009 GMT</lastBuildDate>
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<title>Canasta Score Cards</title>
<link>http://www.rummylux.com/canasta/canasta-score-cards.html</link>
<pubDate>8/5/2009</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Our online Canasta room provides you with a complete Canasta kit with Canasta score cards included. When you download the online Canasta software you choose your Canasta game according to your budget, level and any other preference you might think of - the online Canasta software suits itself for your needs. If you choose to play Canasta for fun, the software provides you with a fun mode account which will give you a feel of the real thing. However, if you are a more advanced online Canasta player, you probably prefer to play Canasta for money. In any case, the Canasta software includes the card decks and automated Canasta score cards for you not to lose count. The automated Canasta score cards are an important element in the online Canasta game, as it is one of the most complex Rummy games. The advanced software evaluates your melds, does the calculations for you and publishes them on the Canasta score cards. This is without a doubt the most organized and easy way to play Canasta.]]></description>
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<title>Canasta Ladder</title>
<link>http://www.rummylux.com/canasta/canasta-ladder.html</link>
<pubDate>8/5/2009</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The ideal way to showoff your Rummy and Canasta skills is to play Canasta and rank in the Canasta Ladder by Case. This Canasta Ladder allows you to test your online Canasta skills against thousands of players from around the globe, report the results of your Canasta matches and be a part of this Canasta world rank. The Canasta Ladder is the perfect way to compare your online Rummy skills to those of many others. Play Canasta at the best online Canasta room and you too can publish your highest score in the Canasta Ladder and become one of the leading Canasta players. Once you download our sophisticated online Canasta software you are free to choose your Canasta game table from our exquisite selection of Canasta games organized by level and initial wager. You can also join one of our superb Canasta tournaments and feel the thrill of the Canasta game on an international level.]]></description>
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<title>Canasta Game Download</title>
<link>http://www.rummylux.com/canasta/canasta-game-download.html</link>
<pubDate>8/5/2009</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The moment you make your Canasta game download you will be introduced to a whole world of Canasta games. The entire process of the Canasta game download, installation and registration takes only a few minutes and you will be able to play Canasta instantly. The Canasta game download and software in general are tailored to your exact needs. It does not matter if you do not know anything about the Canasta game, know everything or something in between, every aspiring or professional Canasta game is welcome to read our comprehensive online Canasta tutorials and play Canasta at your level and budget. Your Canasta game download comes with action - packed online Canasta tournaments built in. Our online Canasta tournaments are held on a daily basis and you will always find one suiting your Canasta game and level. Make your Canasta game download and enjoy the greatest Canasta experience.]]></description>
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<title>Bicycle Canasta Cards</title>
<link>http://www.rummylux.com/canasta/bicycle-canasta-cards.html</link>
<pubDate>8/5/2009</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Bicycle Canasta Cards are without a doubt the Canasta players' pick for the best Canasta cards. Nonetheless you do not have to buy a Canasta kit in order to enjoy Bicycle Canasta cards; you can easily find the best Canasta cards playing online. If you want to get a feel of the best Canasta cards, simply download the online Canasta software and enjoy the finest collection of Bicycle Canasta games as well as many others. The cutting edge design of the software will make you feel as though you are playing Bicycle Canasta in an actual Canasta room with real Canasta cards. The software has everything you need in order to play Bicycle Canasta. You can start from the beginning and learn the principles of the Canasta game using the variety of tutorials or jump right in and join the best suited online Canasta table for you. You are free to try out one of our exciting Canasta tournaments and win big.]]></description>
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<title>Play Canasta on line</title>
<link>http://www.rummylux.com/canasta/play-canasta-on-line.html</link>
<pubDate>8/5/2009</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[If you choose to Play Canasta on line you will discover that your favourite Rummy game has not changed, it only improved. All the distractions that took your mind off the Canasta game are now gone: You no longer have to search for Canasta opponents for yourself, you can play at any time without having to buy your own online Canasta kit. Once you log on to our prestigious online Canasta room, all you have to do is simply download the Canasta game software, install it and register. This process will only take a few minutes of your time and you will be off to play Canasta or any other Rummy game you fancy. The Canasta software has a built it fun mode or real money mode - the choice is yours when you play Canasta on line. In any case the online Canasta software will provide you with all the tutorials you need in order to play Canasta on line and succeed.]]></description>
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<title>Canasta Deck</title>
<link>http://www.rummylux.com/canasta/canasta-deck.html</link>
<pubDate>8/5/2009</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The Canasta deck is a flexible concept in the canasta game as its amounts vary depending on the amount of players. In the classic version of Canasta or online Canasta, the Canasta deck number is fixed on two. The two card decks of 52 cards each and the added for jokers add to a total of 108 Canasta game cards. The Canasta game starts by dealing each player 11 cards from the Canasta deck. The members of each online Canasta partnership are sitting across from each other, when each partnership plays Canasta in a shared area, enabling the possibility for one of them to take the lead as they play Canasta. The objective of the Canasta game is to be the first team to reach the 5000 points. The jokers and 2's of the online Canasta deck are considered Wild Cards, meaning that any player in the Canasta game can use them to complete his melds. The 3's in either black or red benefit you when it comes to calculating the final score of the game.]]></description>
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<title>Canasta Rules and Scoring</title>
<link>http://www.rummylux.com/canasta/canasta-rules-and-scoring.html</link>
<pubDate>8/5/2009</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The Canasta rules and scoring are an important part of the Canasta game, and it is crucial to learn them. According to the Canasta rules and scoring, besides the first meld, the different online Canasta cards have different values: 8's - K's = 10 points, A = 20. Black 3's - 7's = 5 points, 2's = 20 points and jokers = 50 points. The Canasta rules and scoring state that in within the first online Canasta meld you must reach a minimum score. If you have reached a "minus" score in this stage of the Canasta game, the minimum you get per meld is 15 points. If your first hand was worth 0 - 1495, it is crucial that you score 50 points in order to reach your first meld. With a score of 1500-2900, it is crucial that you score 90 points within this current online Canasta round. If your Canasta score is higher than 3000, it is important that you score 120 points within this round to be able to meld. ]]></description>
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<title>Canasta Playing Cards</title>
<link>http://www.rummylux.com/canasta/canasta-playing-cards.html</link>
<pubDate>8/5/2009</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The Canasta playing cards are unique in comparison to other Rummy games. The online Canasta game can be played by between two and six players, with your goal being to form the best melds which will help you get to the highest score of 8500. The most valuable meld is "Canasta" - a meld of at least seven Canasta playing cards unique for this game. The online Canasta game is played in turns, where each turn is composed of two main parts: Picking up and discarding Canasta playing cards. The Canasta player can pick up one of the Canasta playing cards from the stock or discard pile and decide whether he wishes to keep it or not. The online Canasta player decides to keep the card he took if it helps him with the Canasta meld he started to build. This game makes it easier on you to create melds as some Canasta playing cards such as the 2's, the 3's and the jokers help you complete the melds and score more points in the last stage of the Canasta game.]]></description>
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<title>Canasta Online Real Money</title>
<link>http://www.rummylux.com/canasta/canasta-online-real-money.html</link>
<pubDate>8/5/2009</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[A game of Canasta online real money is the perfect option for those more experienced Canasta players. If you feel that you have accumulated enough experience in the game, you should try a game of Canasta online real money. No matter what your budget or level is, our online Canasta tables are tailored for all your online Canasta needs. Canasta online real money is the perfect way to spice up your Canasta game, but the fun and excitement does not stop here. Take your Canasta game to the next level by choosing one of our superb Canasta tournaments. Here too you have a choice between paying a buy in to participate and play Canasta or not. Needless to say, the higher the buy in, the bigger are the prizes. But there is no doubt that no matter if you choose between a Canasta online real money game, fun game or tournament, online Canasta satisfaction is guaranteed.]]></description>
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<title>Canasta Meld</title>
<link>http://www.rummylux.com/canasta/canasta-meld.html</link>
<pubDate>8/5/2009</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The Canasta meld is the basis of the Canasta game. If you want to win a Canasta Game, you have to start thinking about the perfect Canasta meld the moment you are dealt your hand. The perfect meld is the Canasta meld, composed of 7 cards of the same value in different suit. This Canasta meld will definitely help you when it comes to calculating the score of the online Canasta game. The other online Canasta melds that you can make are built of at least three cards, and there are a number melds you can make. All cards besides the 2's, 3's and jokers are denominated natural cards. The 2's along with the jokers also function as "Wild Cards" with which you can complete your Canasta meld. You can use as much as 3 Wild Cards in a set. The 3's, on the other hand, will help you when it comes to the calculation of the points in the end of the Canasta game. A set composed of natural cards is a Natural Canasta Meld, A set of only Wild Cards is a Wild Canasta, and a set of both is a Mixed Canasta. Download the software and make your online Canasta melds. ]]></description>
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<title>Canasta Instructions</title>
<link>http://www.rummylux.com/canasta/canasta-instructions.html</link>
<pubDate>8/5/2009</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[In order to start a Canasta game, all you need are good foundations. This is why we have prepared this set of Canasta instructions for you to learn and enjoy the game. The goal of the Canasta game is the same as any other Rummy game - meld your cards, score points and beat your online Canasta opponent. However the Canasta instructions on how to achieve that goal are a bit different. The Canasta game introduces an additional meld to help you achieve this goal -the "Canasta". This 7 card meld will help you accumulate more points than any other meld, according to the Canasta instructions. The more Canastas you accumulate, the closer you get to achieve the goal of online Canasta. Remember that in the game of Canasta your melds can only be Sets, meaning that they can only be a meld of at least three cards of the same value. Melding a set of this magnitude is only possible due to the fact that the online Canasta game is played with two decks of 52 cards each, including the jokers. Read the Canasta instructions and enjoy the game]]></description>
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<title>Canasta Game Rules</title>
<link>http://www.rummylux.com/canasta/canasta-game-rules.html</link>
<pubDate>8/5/2009</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The online Canasta game is one of the most challenging of Rummy games. If you wish to enhance your online Canasta skills, all you need to do is to go back to the Canasta game rules. As you know, the Canasta game starts with 15 cards and your goal is to pick up and discard your way to meld all your cards and win the game. According to the Canasta game rules, your goal is to strive for as many Canastas as possible for you to reach the ultimate high score of 8500. Nonetheless, on your way to Canasta game victory you should not forget the most basic game rules. According to the Canasta game rules, a proper meld or set should be of at least three cards, and you can use a Wild Card to complete your Canasta set (2's or jokers). According to the Canasta game rules, the Canasta game will begin by placing the top card on the stock pile as the beginning of the discard pile. Download our sophisticated software and learn all the Canasta game rules.]]></description>
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<title>Canasta Rules of Play</title>
<link>http://www.rummylux.com/canasta/canasta-rules-of-play.html</link>
<pubDate>8/5/2009</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[According to the Canasta rules of Play, a Canasta game is meant for between two and six players. The objective of the online canasta game is to reach a score of 8500 or to be the Canasta player with the highest score. The Canasta rules of play state that this game is played in several rounds, composed by picking up and discarding a card, similarly to other Rummy games. According to the canasta rules, the online canasta player is free to choose between taking a card from the discard or stock pile. A Canasta player chooses to discard or pick up a card according to whether he can use it to make a meld or not. The Canasta rules state that the player who manages to meld his entire hand will be declared the winner. So far, the online Canasta rules are similar to the rules of other Rummy games, however the card game introduces an additional element: A special set of 7 cards called canasta, which will reward the player.]]></description>
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<title>Canasta Flash</title>
<link>http://www.rummylux.com/canasta/canasta-flash.html</link>
<pubDate>8/5/2009</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Canasta Flash is the perfect alternative for online Canasta players who prefer to enjoy from their game of choice from different computers every time. With Canasta Flash you do not have to download anything to your computer and even register in some cases. To play Canasta all you need to do is access the Canasta Flash version of our homepage, click and play Canasta. The advanced Canasta Flash software allows you to choose the canasta fun or real money mode. If you choose a game of Canasta Flash for fun, you do not even need to register, simply click and play Canasta. This will allow you to practice and enhance your Canasta skills. If you wish to upgrade your game and play Canasta for real money, you will need to register, however this process only takes minutes and it serves in order for you to receive your winnings in a quick and secure manner. Log on to our online Canasta room and play Canasta flash. ]]></description>
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<title>Canasta Tray</title>
<link>http://www.rummylux.com/canasta/canasta-tray.html</link>
<pubDate>8/5/2009</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The Canasta Tray is an essential part of any Canasta game. In order for you to enjoy a Canasta game, all you need is two decks of cards of 52 cards each. The Canasta game is played with a total of 108 cards, including the 2 jokers. However, a Canasta game is never complete without a Canasta tray. The purpose of the Canasta tray is to hold the card decks and discard piles in order to avoid confusion. A sheet of paper and a pen is also important in order to calculate scores. When you play online Canasta, you do not need the Canasta tray or any other canasta Items. The sophisticated Canasta software registers all scores, evaluates the legitimacy of your melds and uses a virtual dealer and Canasta tray in order to avoid confusion throughout the game. The advanced online Rummy software allows you to enjoy various Rummy games and International Rummy tournaments. ]]></description>
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<title>Canasta Card Tray</title>
<link>http://www.rummylux.com/canasta/canasta-card-tray.html</link>
<pubDate>8/5/2009</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The Canasta game is not complete without the Canasta card tray. This is one of the most important items without which a Canasta game cannot be held. Along with the Canasta card tray you need 2 packs of cards containing 52 cards each plus the addition of a total of four jokers you have now 108 Canasta cards and one Canasta card tray. The purpose of the Canasta card tray is to hold the card decks and the discard pile, and it is an essential element in an organized Canasta game. When you play online you do not have to go and buy the kit in order to play Canasta. The advanced online Canasta version has all of the most essential Canasta items, such as the Canasta card tray already built in. Whenever you wish to play Canasta all you have to do is to log on to the online Canasta software and you are ready to play. ]]></description>
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<title>Canasta Card Rules</title>
<link>http://www.rummylux.com/canasta/canasta-card-rules.html</link>
<pubDate>8/5/2009</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The Canasta card rules are essential to the Canasta game. This is the first stop on your way to Canasta success. According to the Canasta card rules, a proper meld will contain three cards or more which will be evaluated by the advanced Rummy software. The Canasta card rules state that you are free to use a Wild Card to complete your meld. In order to start the Canasta discard pile, the top card of the deck will be used. Nonetheless, the canasta discard pile will not start with a red 3 or a Wild Card. Once the online Canasta players are dealt their hands, these are scanned for red 3. According to the Canasta card rules, this card is melded automatically and the player gets a different card instead. This will continue until none of the Canasta player have this card in their possession. There are many Canasta card rules, download the software in order to learn them all. ]]></description>
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<title>Canasta Card Holder</title>
<link>http://www.rummylux.com/canasta/canasta-card-holder.html</link>
<pubDate>8/5/2009</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[You do not have to buy an old fashioned Canasta set and accessories in order to enjoy the game. All you have to do is simply download and install the online Canasta software and let us be your Canasta card holder. The advanced Canasta game software comes with all the accessories built in, meaning that all you have to is to choose your Canasta game and sit at a table suited for your level of game. The online Canasta card holder will display your Canasta hand for you as you play, and the sophisticated Canasta software will evaluate each of your hands for melds. You do not have to play for cash in order to enjoy from your personal online Canasta card holder. The sophisticated software allows you to practice for free and enhance your skills as much as you want before you embark on your money game path. Once you do decide you are interested in real money games, you will discover a world of Canasta tables for all levels and budgets as well as a superb Canasta tournament experience.]]></description>
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<title>Canasta for Windows</title>
<link>http://www.rummylux.com/canasta/canasta-for-windows.html</link>
<pubDate>8/5/2009</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Enjoy Canasta for Windows, Mac or Linux 24/7 by simply downloading our advanced Rummy software. This way you will be able to enjoy your Canasta game using the operating system that is best suited for you. If you choose to download Canasta for Windows you will get an action packed software of countless Rummy games and Rummy rooms for all levels and all budget. If online Canasta is your personal favourite, there is a variety of online Canasta rooms waiting just for you. You can play Canasta for Windows for fun or real money, as the Canasta game software gives you both and much more. If you wish to enhance your skills, play Canasta for fun to get your feet wet. Once you are ready to upgrade your game, play Canasta for real money. There is a Canasta table for any budget. Download your Canasta for Windows to discover a world of online Canasta.]]></description>
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<title>Online Canasta Software</title>
<link>http://www.rummylux.com/canasta/online-canasta-software.html</link>
<pubDate>8/5/2009</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Our online Canasta software is one of the most comprehensive Rummy software on the web. Once you download the online Canasta software you will enjoy hundreds of online Canasta and many other Rummy games for any level or budget. The online Canasta software brings together a broad network of Rummy players from all over the world and gives them the opportunity to learn about the Canasta game, get all the online Canasta tips and tricks and join superb Canasta tournaments online. This sophisticated online Canasta software gives you the best platform to showcase your skills. You are free to choose between a Canasta game for money or for pure fun. If you are just starting your way in the online Canasta world, maybe it is best that you take the time to get acquainted with the online Canasta software. Once you are ready for the real thing, let the online Canasta software reward you upon your first deposit. Enjoy your Canasta game!]]></description>
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<title>Texas Canasta</title>
<link>http://www.rummylux.com/canasta/texas-canasta.html</link>
<pubDate>8/5/2009</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Texas Canasta is an entertaining rendition of the Canasta game, most ideally played between 4 players. It is a relatively complex Canasta game, but if you are well organized and aware of everything you need to do when it is your turn to play Canasta. The first thing the game of Texas Canasta requires you to do is to lay all red threes and pick up the same number of cards from the stock pile. In online Canasta this will be done for you, automatically. The red threes will be counted at the end game. The Texas Canasta game gives you two options at this point: You can either pick up 2 cards from the stock pile or pick up the discard pile. According to your choice, you will now meld as much as you can. Now it is your turn to discard a card. Make sure you review your cards carefully and not throw away any cards that may help you, or if you can avoid throwing away cards that might help your opponent complete his melds. Try a game of Texas Canasta - Play Canasta or online Canasta for fun or real money 24/7.]]></description>
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<title>Rummy Canasta</title>
<link>http://www.rummylux.com/canasta/rummy-canasta.html</link>
<pubDate>8/5/2009</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The Rummy Canasta game is a game of both luck and skill, which is not only entertaining but memory enhancing. Since the objective of the Rummy Canasta game is to meld your online Canasta cards by picking up and discarding cards, you will have no choice but to study the cards picked up by your opponent in order to get ahead in the game. You start your Rummy Canasta games with 15 cards, which you will attempt to make your Canasta melds with. As opposed to other Rummy games, in Rummy Canasta you will only me able to make Sets and not Runs. This means that in the online Canasta game online sets of at least three cards of the same value are acceptable, as opposed to card sequences. When you play online Canasta each meld you make is checked to see whether it was composed according to the Rummy Canasta rules. Download the Canasta game software and enjoy!]]></description>
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<title>Ponytail Canasta</title>
<link>http://www.rummylux.com/canasta/ponytail-canasta.html</link>
<pubDate>8/5/2009</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Ever since it was first introduced in the 1950's in the United States, the Ponytail Canasta game has become the world's most popular variation of Canasta. Once online Canasta was introduced more than half a century later, it was only natural that Ponytail Canasta be an integral part of the advanced Canasta software. In general, the Ponytail Canasta game, both online or offline, is best played by four players in partnerships, yet you can also play Canasta with 2 - 4 partnerships, which will require additional decks of cards. The original Ponytail Canasta game is played by two pairs, requiring 6 decks of Canasta cards. As in other Canasta games, the objective of Ponytail Canasta is to meld cards. A valid meld is composed of at least three cards of the same rank. The melds composed by the individual Ponytail Canasta player will automatically belong to his group or partnership, which loses or wins as a whole. Download the online Canasta software to learn more about the Ponytail Canasta game.]]></description>
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<title>Canasta Score Pad</title>
<link>http://www.rummylux.com/canasta/canasta-score-pad.html</link>
<pubDate>8/5/2009</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The Canasta game is definitely one of the most complex Rummy games. The complex scoring structure leaves you no choice but to keep a Canasta score pad. Besides the overall objective of the Canasta game which is to meld your Canasta cards, the winner of the game will be the first to accumulate 8500 points. In order to keep score, you start using your Canasta score pad from the early beginning of the game. The first part of the game includes the initial meld, which score will determine the points you will need to accumulate in the course of the next hand. When your score is between 0 - 1495 your meld requirement is of 50 points. 1501 - 2995 - 90 points, 3000 and up - 120 points and a "minus" score gives you a meld requirement of 15 in the Canasta game. Bear in mind that this is only the first round of the Canasta game. This round will be followed by several others, and you might lose count. Online Canasta solves this problem for you. The advanced Canasta software provides you with an online and automated Canasta score pad, which will update your score constantly, without the hassle. Enjoy the online Canasta game.]]></description>
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<title>Play Canasta Card Game</title>
<link>http://www.rummylux.com/canasta/play-canasta-card-game.html</link>
<pubDate>8/5/2009</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Play Canasta card game in order to challenge yourself and enhance your memory skills. When you play Canasta card game, the key to get ahead in the game is to remember the discards of your opponent and figure out his hand in order to block his advancement in the Canasta game. As you play Canasta card game, you must remember that the 2's, the jokers and the threes will help you on your way to Canasta victory. The 2's and the jokers are called "Wild Cards" and they will save you the trouble of waiting on a particular Canasta card. These will take the same value as the other cards in the Canasta set. The threes are important when you play Canasta card game, as they will give you a head start when at the endgame, where the online Canasta points are calculated. In order to play Canasta card game, all you have to do is download the Canasta software which is just a click away.]]></description>
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<title>Online Canasta Games</title>
<link>http://www.rummylux.com/canasta/online-canasta-games.html</link>
<pubDate>8/5/2009</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Online Canasta games have an advantage over other Rummy games as they include many challenging elements. Each card you collect playing online Canasta games is measures by its value to the meld the player is trying to collect. When you play Online Canasta games, a legitimate set is composed of between 3-7 cards, where the most desired set in all online Canasta game is the "Canasta", after which this game is named. A big benefit of the online Canasta games is that cards like 2, 3 and jokers can help you accumulate more points and complete your melds even faster. The 2's and jokers can complete your melds when one card is missing, and the 3's can give you that final edge when you are calculating your online Canasta points on the last phase of the game. Take your Rummy game to the next level, download the software and play Canasta right now.]]></description>
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<title>Official Canasta Rules</title>
<link>http://www.rummylux.com/canasta/official-canasta-rules.html</link>
<pubDate>8/5/2009</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[According the official Canasta rules, the Canasta game is played by 2-6 players, when the ideal Canasta game is played by 4 players. The different Canasta players or partnerships formed strive for the ultimate goal of the Canasta game which is to reach 8500 points, or the highest possible score. According to the official Canasta rules, the Canasta game is conducted in turns, where each turn is composed of 2 main parts: The first one consists of the player drawing a card and the second consists of discarding one. According to the official Canasta rules, you can choose between the stock and the discard pile to pick up your online Canasta card. The official Canasta rules state that if the Canasta player chooses the discard pile to pick up his card, he must use it for his melds and he will also be required to pick up the rest of the cards in the discard pile. The official Canasta rules require him to then discard the card that is the leas helpful.  ]]></description>
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<title>Internet Canasta</title>
<link>http://www.rummylux.com/canasta/internet-canasta.html</link>
<pubDate>8/5/2009</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Internet Canasta has taken the Canasta game to the next level. Where once in order to play Canasta you needed to spend your money on a Canasta kit and schedule with your friends to play - this is no longer necessary. With Internet Canasta, also known as Online Canasta with a simple click of a mouse you download a world of Canasta games. Once you install the online Canasta software, you are free to choose your Canasta game and face thousands of opponents of your level. If you wish to practice the Canasta game before you place your bet, feel free to try out our superb online Canasta unlimited fun mode experience. But if you feel ready to take your Canasta game to the next level, play Canasta for real money - our Canasta tables are suited for your wagering needs. Feel free to check out our Internet Canasta tournaments to test your skills on an international level for the chance to win fabulous prizes.  ]]></description>
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<title>Hand and Foot Canasta</title>
<link>http://www.rummylux.com/canasta/hand-and-foot-canasta.html</link>
<pubDate>8/5/2009</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Hand and Foot Canasta is the most popular North American rendition of the online Canasta game. Hand and Foot Canasta resembles other Rummy games but it introduces an interesting twist to the Canasta game - the Hand and the Foot. Hand and Foot Canasta consists of two sets of cards the players are dealt throughout the Canasta game: The first set of card is called the "Hand". This set is played first, and once this set is finished, the players will be dealt the second set of online Canasta cards, the "Foot". This variation of the fascinating game of Rummy has a few variations of its own, but the most common version of Hand and Foot Canasta is with a partnership of four players, though this game can also be played by a different amount of players in partnerships or as individuals. The Hand and Foot Canasta partners will be sitting opposite each other, and this Canasta game will be played with a total of 270 Canasta cards - five decks with 10 jokers in total.]]></description>
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<title>Crazy Canasta</title>
<link>http://www.rummylux.com/canasta/crazy-canasta.html</link>
<pubDate>8/5/2009</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Crazy Canasta is the most recent variations of the Canasta game, originating in the United States in the 1990s. The most common Crazy Canasta game involves 4 players and 7 decks of 52 cards plus the 2 jokers of each. The most entertaining part of the Crazy Canasta game is that this game brought to the plate various new Canasta melds such as Clean Canastas (seven of a kind), Dirty Canastas (six of a kind plus a wild), 7-Wilds and many others. And now that the crazy Canasta game was introduced to the Internet, countless online Canasta options have been added. If you are a good player of Crazy Canasta, you will love the broad variety of Canasta tournaments, Canasta tables and if this is too much you can always enjoy a fun mode game and practice your crazy Canasta skills as much as you would like. Simply download the software and enjoy the Canasta game.]]></description>
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<title>Canasta Set</title>
<link>http://www.rummylux.com/canasta/canasta-set.html</link>
<pubDate>8/5/2009</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The name "Canasta" means basket in Spanish, signaling its Latin American roots, and it originated from the basket that was used to hold the stock and discard piles, which are essential in the Canasta set. The first Canasta set originated in Uruguay in the 1940's. The popularity of the Canasta set skyrocketed and it soon became a household name is Latin America. The second stop of the Canasta set was the United States, where it even overtook the popularity of Bridge. Though the popularity of the Canasta set declined in the following years, the Canasta set gained new popularity with the introduction of online Canasta. Now the Canasta set, which was once reserved for Latin American players, has become a true worldwide phenomenon. The popularity of the classic Canasta set as of its online rendition is attributed to its resemblance to the ever popular game of Mahjong and Bridge, yet this game is much easier to learn thus winning the heart of players worldwide. ]]></description>
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<title>Play Canasta Online</title>
<link>http://www.rummylux.com/canasta/play-canasta-online.html</link>
<pubDate>8/5/2009</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[If you do not always find opponents to play Canasta with, play Canasta online and meet thousands of online canasta players who would love to join you in an exciting Canasta game. Our extensive network of players allows you to play canasta online anytime, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. When you play Canasta online you can choose between real money and a fun Canasta game. If you wish to practice your skills there is no doubt that if you play Canasta for fun your skills will improve. But if you feel confident enough there is no reason why you should not play Canasta online for real money. There is countless Canasta tables design to fit your individual budget, Canasta game preferences, online Canasta level as well as many other considerations of the sort. Try our sophisticated Canasta software, define your level and choose your online Canasta game level. ]]></description>
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<title>Canasta Online</title>
<link>http://www.rummylux.com/canasta/canasta-online.html</link>
<pubDate>8/5/2009</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The game of Canasta online has come a long way since its first days as a simple Uruguayan Rummy game. This classic Rummy started its way in the 1940's and it continues to conquer Rummy audiences to this day. The introduction of the game of Canasta online has done this game nothing but good. Thousands of players enjoy the game in various rooms, designated for canasta online 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. This innovation introduced in the canasta game opened up a gateway to canasta tournaments - a superb canasta game experience. The online canasta tournaments enable you to beat thousands of canasta players around the world and win fantastic prizes without breaking a sweat, all from the privacy of your own home. All you have to do is choose your favourite tournament structure, whether it a Freeroll, Sit n' Go or a Satellite we have got them all. ]]></description>
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<title>Canasta Card Game Rules</title>
<link>http://www.rummylux.com/canasta/canasta-card-game-rules.html</link>
<pubDate>8/5/2009</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[It is important to learn all Canasta card game rules before you play Canasta. Online Canasta is one of the most challenging Rummy games because it introduces many new elements to the game, making the Canasta card game rules a bit more complex than say Kalooki for example. According to the Canasta card game rules, the objective of the Canasta game is to accumulate as much points as possible in order to beat your online Canasta opponent. Similarly to other Rummy games like Kalooki for example, when you play Canasta you accumulate points by making melds, but you will also have the opportunity to make even more points melding "Canastas". The Canasta card game rules state that a "Canasta" is a meld of seven cards or more of the dame value. This is possible due to the fact that you play Canasta with two decks of 52 cards. The game of online Canasta with each player getting 15 cards which they will try to mend by picking up and discarding cards. Simply download our Rummy and Kalooki software and learn all the Canasta card game rules.]]></description>
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<title>Buy Canasta</title>
<link>http://www.rummylux.com/canasta/buy-canasta.html</link>
<pubDate>8/5/2009</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The Canasta game is a very challenging Rummy game best suited for four players. If in the past you needed to buy Canasta kits in order to play, today there is no need. Online Canasta truly has it all. Instead of struggling to find opponents when you buy Canasta kits, our advanced online Canasta software enables you to find a Canasta opponent 24 hours a day, 7 days a week from all corners of the world. Where once you had no choice but to spend money to buy Canasta, today the online Canasta game give you a choice. If you chose the Canasta game for the pure fun of it, all you have to do is download the Canasta software and enjoy it without spending a dime. But if you wish to spice up the Canasta game you are free to choose a broad variety of Canasta tables for all levels and all budgets. Why buy Canasta when you have everything you need with a click of a mouse?]]></description>
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