Author Archives: queen of comps

JUNE CASINO PROMOTION NEWS

Posted on May 30, 2017 by queen of comps

This will be an abbreviated promotions blog. This is partly the fault of casinos that don’t plan ahead; when there is a holiday near the first of the month we players often don’t get our mailers in a timely fashion. … Continue reading →

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Players Club News for Non-Vegas Casinos

Posted on May 27, 2017 by queen of comps

First a note about the parking situation on the Las Vegas Strip that I covered in the last two blog entries. Thanks to input from readers I added later a couple of outlying casinos that have a free shuttle to … Continue reading →

Posted in Atlantic City, Non-Vegas Casinos, Reno, Slot Clubs | 3 Comments

Strip Parking Update

Posted on May 19, 2017 by queen of comps

Following my last blog, on May 14, discussing Strip parking, the next day the R-J had an article on the same subject, including a color-coded map.   That gave me some more details although I’m not sure how up to date all … Continue reading →

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Parking on the Vegas Strip

Posted on May 14, 2017 by queen of comps

Of course a frugal person is going to look for ways to avoid parking fees when they visit a Vegas Strip casino.  But this is not only a very complex subject but a rapidly-moving information target.  I am typing fast … Continue reading →

Posted in City News, Slot Clubs, Transportation, Vegas Discounts | 6 Comments

This and That

Posted on May 7, 2017 by queen of comps

Limiting Bumping Opportunities Are you an airline passenger who likes to reap financial benefits by volunteering to be bumped? This will not be an option after today if you fly only on Southwest. This airline has given notice that they … Continue reading →

Posted in Caesars, Gambling Resources, Slot Clubs, Travel | 5 Comments

MAY CASINO PROMOTION NEWS

Posted on April 29, 2017 by queen of comps

This month has two major holidays on which you might find some profitable promotions, Mother’s Day on the 14th and Memorial Day on the 29th. Sometimes this gives you an opportunity to scout out a casino which you perhaps haven’t … Continue reading →

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Resources for Slot Players

Posted on April 24, 2017 by queen of comps

I wrote in a recent blog about how even VP enthusiasts like Brad and me enjoy playing slots once in a while just for fun. And for many purely recreational players this is their primary game choice.  So since this … Continue reading →

Posted in Gambling Resources, Slots | 1 Comment

Bumped – or Dragged – From Airplanes

Posted on April 16, 2017 by queen of comps

Several people have asked my opinion about the current United Airlines debacle. I guess, because down through the years I have written much about the possible financial benefits of being bumped from an airline flight, they feel I am an “expert” on … Continue reading →

Posted in Non-gambling Activities, Transportation, Travel | 8 Comments

Free Fresh Air

Posted on April 9, 2017 by queen of comps

Yes, there is more in Nevada than casinos – some would say many healthier places to spend your time. And during the next two weekends these places are FREE to enjoy. In celebration of National Park Week, the National Park … Continue reading →

Posted in Health, Non-gambling Activities | 3 Comments

Multiple Points for Night Owls

Posted on April 3, 2017 by queen of comps

“Moonlight Multipliers” all of April at the Palms, midnight-6 a.m., Monday-Thursday.  10x on slots and 6x on VP with no limit on the number of points you can earn.  Swipe at any kiosk to activate.  Not available on 100% payback … Continue reading →

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