The advent of the Internet caused a dramatic spike in the popularity of the game of poker in general.  It also served a greater purpose which was enabling more players to compete for winnings in online tournaments as well as regular play.  However, with many individuals who began competing in online poker tournaments, it was a matter of feeling less intimidated than they had been when playing poker in the standard “bricks and mortar” casinos or poker rooms.

The following is a list of the top 10 online poker tournament websites to be aware of as well as the best Sign-Up Bonuses that each one offers:

1.    Titan Poker – 200% bonus up to $600 (£383)

2.    Sportsbook Poker – 125% bonus up to $1,000 (£638)

3.    Bet 365 – 300% bonus up to $600 (£383)

4.    888.com – 125% bonus up to $500 (£319)

5.    William Hill Poker – 200% bonus up to $600 (£383)

6.    Players Only Poker – 125% bonus up to $1,000 (£638)

7.    Cake Poker – 110% bonus up to $1,000 (£638)

8.    Party Poker – 100% bonus up to $500 (£319)

9.    Poker 770 – 100% bonus up to $770 (£492)

10.    bwin Poker – a flat rate of $500 (£319)

Online poker tournament venues tend to be less costly because of their smaller overhead compared to casinos and poker rooms.  For instance, adding another gaming table in the traditional casino or poker room necessitates extra space for that table.  Conversely, with online casinos and poker rooms, this is not the case.

Apr 13 2010