Category Archives: Casino Policy

Explanation Needed?

Posted on September 18, 2016 by queen of comps

It has come to my attention that a few people are confused about my August 18 blog entry, “Blast from the Past,”  although, according to my mail, most readers “got it,” enjoying it when I sometimes write about “the way it … Continue reading →

Posted in Casino Policy, Gripes, Slot Clubs | 8 Comments

When Casinos Cut VP Benefits – Part 1

Posted on March 19, 2015 by queen of comps

The Internet gambling forums are full of discussions about casino cuts, in Vegas and all over the country.  This is certainly not a new issue.  We have been gambling in casinos for over 30 years, and from the git-go we … Continue reading →

Posted in Casino Policy, Casino Promotions, Video Poker | 8 Comments

MAJOR ELLIS ISLAND CHANGES

Posted on March 11, 2015 by queen of comps

In my January blog about promotions I reported that my EI mailer was a “mystery.”  Sad to say, for a lot of us there is now no real mystery at Ellis Island:  The details may still be a mystery, but … Continue reading →

Posted in Casino Policy, Casino Promotions, Slot Clubs | 7 Comments

I Am Not a Players Club Number – I Am a Person

Posted on February 19, 2015 by queen of comps

Brad and I will be at Harrah’s New Orleans February 20th and 21st. From there, we will be sailing on the Norwegian Dawn cruise ship from February 22nd until March 1st. We do not play video poker on cruise ships, so you’ll need … Continue reading →

Posted in Casino Policy, Casino Promotions, Travel | 19 Comments

CAESARS NEWS

Posted on January 28, 2015 by queen of comps

Miscellaneous information I have picked up recently, either in a personal visit to a CZR property or from the Internet: Want to know just where you can earn or redeem Total Reward points? Check here: https://www.totalrewards.com/content/cet-tr/en/earn-and-redeem/on-location.html. Want to know the … Continue reading →

Posted in Caesars, Casino Policy, Comps, Slot Clubs | 1 Comment

News from Caesars Properties

Posted on December 17, 2014 by queen of comps

If you play at a Caesars Entertainment property, hopefully you already know about the Seven Star Insider.  (http://www.sevenstarsinsider.com/site/sevenstarsinsider/)  I have often talked about this very helpful website, one full of information that can make your CZR play more enjoyable and … Continue reading →

Posted in Caesars, Casino Policy, Food Review | 2 Comments

A Necessary Rerun

Posted on August 8, 2014 by queen of comps

Recently I have been reading so many complaints about casinos and the state of gambling today  that I decided to address some of the issues players are raising.  But in preparation to write this blog entry I looked back at some … Continue reading →

Posted in Casino Policy, Casino Promotions | 3 Comments

JUNE VEGAS PROMOTIONS

Posted on June 1, 2014 by queen of comps

June is not a big holiday month but there might be some Father’s Day promotions around the 15th, especially food specials.  And if you didn’t buy your mom some gambling books for Mother’s Day or you did but she doesn’t … Continue reading →

Posted in Casino Policy, Casino Promotions | 16 Comments

Fixing Casino Mistakes

Posted on May 12, 2014 by queen of comps

If you play in a casino and use your slot card, your name – plus a considerable amount of your personal information – is in a massive database.   Because of the immense size of these files, your individual account does … Continue reading →

Posted in Casino Hosts, Casino Policy | 3 Comments

What Were They Thinking!

Posted on October 4, 2013 by queen of comps

I am usually able to ignore all the classless over-the-top sexual advertising in Vegas, but I am offended every time I see the billboard on the south side of Flamingo, just east of the Tuscany Casino. Advertising the Gallery Nightclub … Continue reading →

Posted in Casino Policy, Ethics | 14 Comments