In every continent around the world the game of poker exists, and is alive with fire. Poker's popularity is a direct cause to the diversity in the game of poker. 

From sea to sea, every single casino in the world provides games and poker tournaments to any player who wishes to join.  This means local players, travelers, professionals, etc. can all join together to play poker in every corner of the globe.  Another element to the growing diversity in poker is the media aspect of the game.  Poker tournaments and poker television shows are constantly aired on television.  This media exposure of the game definitely contributes to the attraction of players. 

Whenever one plays online poker on FullTilt.com, they have the capability to view where there opponent is playing from; this feature is also available on PokerStars as well.  So next time you're sitting down on the virtual felt, scroll over the nearest player. You might be surprised.  I for one can say I have played several poker games with players from all across the world.  Players from the United States, Canada, Brazil, Japan, Germany, Russia, Finland, England and Italy are always on playing online poker every second of the day.  The point is: poker is a world wide, popular game.  Once you throw in the term "world wide", you instantly create a cultural/ diverse meaning. 

The World Series of Poker, held in Las Vegas, is another example of how popular poker is on a global standpoint.  Players from all over are willing to make the journey to the Mecca of the gambling just to play their favorite poker games.  At the World Series of Poker, thousands of people from all across the world take part in the most exciting poker tournaments known to mankind. 

So if your in America, and all you need is a chip and a chair to play, you better believe that player in Antarctica could possibly be doing likewise with his Igloo ice block and frozen poker chips.