PLO Festival in Karlovy Vary Offers €800K Prize Pool This January 

Pot Limit Omaha players can look forward to a new event this January. The Thermal PLO Festival, taking place in Karlovy Vary (Carlsbad), Czech Republic, features a guaranteed prize pool of €800,000, appealing to enthusiasts of this growing poker variant. There will be four main tournaments. The festival’s itinerary includes different PLO formats, offering players a range of buy-ins and guarantees. Opener PLO4 (€50K GTD): This is a single-day tournament that starts on January 14 with a €550 buy-in, 20,000 initial chips, and 30-minute blind levels. PLO6 (€100K GTD): Kicking off on January 15, this two-day tournament features a €1,100 buy-in, 50,000 chips, and 40-minute blinds. PLO000203 (€100K GTD): Another two-day tournament commencing on January 16, offering the same structure as the PLO6. PLO4 Main Event (€500K GTD): The main attraction of the festival starts on January 17 with a €1,500 buy-in, 100,000 chips, and 40-minute blinds. The final table is scheduled for January 19. For those interested in participating without spending too much, satellite tournaments will take place during the festival, providing a more affordable option to join the bigger events. Notable Cash Games and Venue Features. Players who enjoy cash games can access tables operating 24/7, with stakes beginning at €0.50/€1 and higher-stakes options offered as well. The festival takes place at the Hotel, Spa, and Casino Thermal, a popular location in Karlovy Vary. Along with poker, the venue offers a wellness center, spa services, dining options, and a casino that includes slot machines and table games. Explore Karlovy Vary. Situated on the border between the Czech Republic and Germany, Karlovy Vary is famous for its thermal springs and historical appeal. Guests can wander through its colonnades, taste the mineral-rich waters, and participate in winter activities such as skiing or ice skating. Special hotel package available for PLO players.