Author Archives: queen of comps

May Promotions

Posted on April 27, 2019 by queen of comps

My, my, I am in shock.  After complaining in this spot for 19 years (“Frugal Fridays,” that preceded this renamed “Frugal Vegas,” started in April, 2000!), many casinos must have got together to decide to shut me up and take … Continue reading →

Posted in Boyd Gaming, Casino Promotions, South Point Casino, Stations | 10 Comments

Back from Tahoe to Good Vegas Promos

Posted on April 17, 2019 by queen of comps

As always, we enjoyed our visit to Harrah’s Tahoe. Although bad hips and arthritic joints keep us from the long outdoor walks we used to enjoy there, we could still soak up the beautiful atmosphere thanks to our corner-suite windows … Continue reading →

Posted in Boyd Gaming, Caesars, Casino Promotions, Harrahs Lake Tahoe, Non-Vegas Casinos, South Point Casino, Stations, Video Poker | 4 Comments

Off to Tahoe + CZR Info

Posted on April 9, 2019 by queen of comps

Today we are heading to Harrah’s Tahoe for an unexpected 5-day stay.  After who knows how long – I forget, this year  we had decided to permanently cross CZR off our Play List.  The benefits had been decreasing steadily each … Continue reading →

Posted in Caesars, Casino Promotions, Non-Vegas Casinos, Public Appearances, Travel | 4 Comments

APRIL PROMOS AND NEWS

Posted on April 2, 2019 by queen of comps

Look for April 21st Easter promos.  These are primarily for food specials – and lines will be long for non-reservation outlets.  (This is one reason that Brad and I avoid eating in casinos on holidays!)  However, a few casinos – … Continue reading →

Posted in Boyd Gaming, Casino Promotions, Comments, Comps, Meal Promo, Palms, Senior Promotion, South Point Casino, Stations | 10 Comments

Q+As and Briefs

Posted on March 26, 2019 by queen of comps

We expected to be back in Las Vegas today after two weeks in GA visiting family.  But Southwest changed our plans, canceling our flight.  We couldn’t find another convenient one – we only do  non-stop these days – until Saturday, … Continue reading →

Posted in Blackjack, Casino Promotions, Q+A, Taxes, Transportation, Travel | 6 Comments

A Gambler’s Balanced Life

Posted on March 19, 2019 by queen of comps

Brad and I are no where near a casino today and won’t be for a full two weeks.  (You can find out why as you read further.)  So, this will not be a regular blog full of Vegas/gambling frugal information.  … Continue reading →

Posted in Family News, Gambling Resources | 3 Comments

Need the New Edition Tax Book?

Posted on March 8, 2019 by queen of comps

The 4th Edition of Tax Help for Gamblers is finally available – to order here on the LVA website or pick up at the Huntington Press office. And that pre-pub frugal discount is still available through March 15 – a … Continue reading →

Posted in Taxes | 3 Comments

DING DONG – THE “UP TO” WITCH IS DEAD!

Posted on March 2, 2019 by queen of comps

In the middle of February, I was just getting ready to write here in my blog a rant about how I and most other players hated casino offers with that dreaded “up to” phrase.  Many casinos sometimes use mystery multipliers, … Continue reading →

Posted in Boyd Gaming, Casino Promotions, Meal Promo, Palms, Senior Promotion, South Point Casino, Stations, Vegas Discounts, Video Poker, Web Sites | 9 Comments

Tax Time Revisited – and a Book Update

Posted on February 20, 2019 by queen of comps

I knew when I wrote my last blog that there might be questions and requests for more details.  Actually, looking over it later, I was surprised it made sense at all.  I wrote it in the middle of the worst … Continue reading →

Posted in Taxes | 4 Comments

Tax Time

Posted on February 14, 2019 by queen of comps

Each year about this time – mid-February – I am knee-deep in tax paperwork.  Hopefully we have received all the W2s and 1099s that we need to organize our financial matters so we can give the necessary information to our … Continue reading →

Posted in It's Personal, Taxes | 5 Comments