MOZAMBIQUE

Maputo, the capital, population 80,000, is in southern Mozambique on the Indian Ocean.

CLIMATE: Summers are wet, hot and humid December through February with temperatures reaching 27'c to 29? c (81'F to 84?F).The climate is pleasant during the dry season April to October.

TOURIST INFORMATION: Ministry of Tourism, 1179 Avenida 25 de Setembro.

HOW TO GET THERE: Maputo Int'l Airport (MPM), 2 miles northwest of Maputo, is served by the local carrier Linhas Aereas de Mogambuque (LAM), and South African Airways (SAA).

Polana Casino / Polana Hotel _____ Avenida Julius Nyerere 1380, PO Box 1151, Maputo.

Casino Tel: (1) 491.007.

Hotel Tel: (1) 491-001.

Casino / Hotel Fax: (1) 491-480.

Type: Deluxe resort hotel & casino.

Location: Cliff side setting with beautiful Indian Ocean views, near town center 5 mile from the airport.

Clientele: Equal mix of nationals and foreign tourists.

Casino: European style 400 sq.m./ 4,304 sq.ft.

Games: 40 slots & 10 video poker (250 - US$1).7 Salon Public tables (3 blackjack (US$10 - 500), 3 English roulette "0" (US$2 - 50), 1 Banco Franchesa (US$10 - 500).2 Salon Prive tables (1 baccarat (US$20 - 500), 1 English roulette "0" (US$5 - 50).

Open: 12noon-6am daily.

Entrance fee: US$5.ID / Passport required.Minimum gaming age 18.Proper dress.

Casino language: Portuguese & English.

Casino currency: US$.Salon Prive.Junkets available.

Tournaments: blackjack, roulette.Free gaming lessons.

Amenities: 190 rooms & suites, restaurant, cafe.2 bars, entertainment.fitness center, tennis, outdoor swimming pool.

Credit Cards: AE / DC / MCNISA.Rates US$175-900.Service &Tax Inclusive.

Affiliation: casino owner Casino Hotel Polana S.A.R.L., casino operator Karos Casinos (South Africa).