Author Archives: queen of comps

Pre-Thanksgiving

Posted on November 23, 2011 by queen of comps

It looks like my last blog entry, about casino noise, really struck a chord (pardon the pun) in many readers.  Someone asked whether I ever received any input from casinos, acknowledging that they are taking notice of my blog and/or … Continue reading →

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Casino Noise

Posted on November 20, 2011 by queen of comps

Recently I was asked to comment on the subject of “Casino Noise,” for a newsletter that goes out to casino executives.  Hurrah!  I am always ready to tell casinos how they can make me – and other players – happier.  … Continue reading →

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Of Fire and Shampoo

Posted on November 16, 2011 by queen of comps

Recently Brad and I took a short road trip down to Laughlin, something we do every few months when we get a particularly good offer from Harrah’s there.  As usual, I try to find extra dips for this ice cream … Continue reading →

Posted in Hotel Information, Laughlin, Non-Vegas Casinos | 1 Comment

11-11-11 Coming Up

Posted on November 10, 2011 by queen of comps

I love typing that date! And I love all the bonus-point options in town on that date.  We will be busy, busy!  11-11-11 Coming Up was last modified: November 10th, 2011 by queen of comps

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Another Resource for Vegas Discounts

Posted on November 8, 2011 by queen of comps

From RJ Deals – The concept is simple. My RJ Deals alerts consumers (in a daily e-mail) to a fantastic, money-saving deal each weekday. You purchase what you want by a secure online order system and save at least 50% on … Continue reading →

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Free Shows in Vegas

Posted on November 6, 2011 by queen of comps

There are scores of shows in Vegas every day and not all of them sell out every performance.  Show people prefer to perform in front of a good-size audience.  Thus, there are companies that provide them “butts in the seats” … Continue reading →

Posted in Show Tickets | 3 Comments

Dan Paymar’s New VP Software Program

Posted on November 3, 2011 by queen of comps

I am happy to recommend OptimumVideoPoker, Version 3, a VP training program designed to be easy to use and to provide the features needed by all players – beginners, recreational players, skilled advantage players, and professionals. It is especially strong … Continue reading →

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Happy Halloween

Posted on October 30, 2011 by queen of comps

From CasinoCityTimes:  Top-10 scary things you might see in a casino Down Memory Lane Happy Halloween was last modified: October 30th, 2011 by queen of comps

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A Southern Gambling Trip Report (Part 3) – Fun, Fun, Fun

Posted on October 27, 2011 by queen of comps

Time to quit rambling and “teaching” and finish up this New Orleans/Biloxi trip report by telling about the non-video-poker things that contributed to the fun factor. Being a Caesar’s 7 Star player does add pleasurable perks:  A Southern Gambling Trip Report … Continue reading →

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A Southern Gambling Trip Report (Part 2) – Goals

Posted on October 23, 2011 by queen of comps

Okay, we have decided to combine visits to two casinos, Harrah’s New Orleans and Grand Biloxi and  have chosen a date that starts near the end of one month and ends in the beginning of the next month –  to double … Continue reading →

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