Author Archives: queen of comps

Cherokee Casino Surprise

After dealing with casinos for 36 years – and coping with the constant changes, especially the last five or so years of major downgrades – you would think I wouldn’t be surprised when I’m faced with a new negative casino … Continue reading

Posted in Blackjack, Caesars, Casino Promotions, Cherokee Casino, Comps, It's Personal, Non-Vegas Casinos, Slots, Travel, Video Poker | 15 Comments

Off to Cherokee + CZR Benefits

Emergency rooms, hospitals, endless medical testing – unexpected activities this last week during our GA vacation when Brad’s 87-year old plumbing and cardio systems decided to break down.  But I am happy to report that medical science knew how to … Continue reading

Posted in Brad Stories, Caesars, Cherokee Casino, Comps, Family News, Gambling Resources, Hotel Information, It's Personal, Non-Vegas Casinos, Public Appearances, Travel, Web Sites | 6 Comments

Pop-up Promotions and News

I must continue to alert advantage-searching players that you can’t just depend on first-of-the-month mailers and research.  Gold Coast is a good example, with a bonus promotion rolled out the second week this month: 11x reels and video poker every … Continue reading

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Technical Fixes and Blog Recommendations

If you’ve been a subscriber to this blog, you probably noticed that for the last several weeks, you haven’t received an email notifying you when I posted a new one. Why not? Internet gremlins working overtime! But the techies at … Continue reading

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When To Walk

In a recent Bob Dancer blog about staying secure with your money in a casino environment, the comments veered into a discussion about “locking up wins” and changing machines.  It gets a bit technical, but it reminded me of an … Continue reading

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Leaving LV – the Rumor?

Sometimes factual nuggets can be found in some rumors.  Yes, Brad and I have tentative plans to move to Georgia, but details are still very sketchy and no time frame is yet set. Most everyone is surprised by our decision. … Continue reading

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The Stations Reverse Course

From the Stations website and from an email blast to many players: JUST ADDED Bonus Multiplier Days In August 10x Points On Slots Guaranteed 6x Points On Video Poker Guaranteed No Limit! On Many Of Your Favorite Games Every Monday, … Continue reading

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Some Immediately Important Information

I try to keep readers here up on current changes in casino conditions, especially in Vegas. Usually I gather up the information all month long and then put it in a blog at the beginning of each month. However, sometimes … Continue reading

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AUGUST PROMOS AND NEWS

I have waited to write this report, hoping I would have more good details for players who are looking for better opportunities. But conditions remain pretty much the same – or worse. DOWNTOWN GRAND This former Lady Luck Casino seemed … Continue reading

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Food for Thought

I am going to hijack the saying “Man can not live by bread alone” and revise it for the subject of this blog: “You can not gamble in a casino 24 hours a day; you have to stop and eat … Continue reading

Posted in Boyd Gaming, Caesars, Comps, Food Review, Health, It's Personal, Meal Promo, Palms, Senior Promotion, South Point Casino, Stations | 14 Comments