Category Archives: City News

Vegas News Items

Posted on February 13, 2015 by queen of comps

Satisfying the “Crave”: Last night Brad and I visited the White Castle that just opened a week or so ago on the Strip, at the Casino Royale. First one west of the Mississippi! The buns are not exactly the same … Continue reading →

Posted in City News, Food Review, Non-gambling Activities, Sports, Travel, Vegas Discounts | 1 Comment

Veterans Day Promotions

Posted on November 9, 2014 by queen of comps

In my last blog, I gave some resource suggestions:  Many casinos offer free or discounted meals for active and retired service members on Veterans Day, November 11. Check casino Web sites and newspaper ads closer to the date. And for … Continue reading →

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Frugal “This and That” Information

Posted on June 6, 2014 by queen of comps

I haven’t checked it out personally, but I am hearing from some players that they are earning a lot of MGM comps playing Mlife’s game on Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/MlifeRewards. You will have to check it out for yourself to see … Continue reading →

Posted in City News, Comps, Family News, Non-Vegas Casinos, Show Tickets | 7 Comments

Major Phone Change in Las Vegas

Posted on April 25, 2014 by queen of comps

Starting May 3, making local calls within the 702 area code will require dialing the area code plus the telephone number. This is due to the addition of another area code – 725 – that will be given to new … Continue reading →

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News You Might Use

Posted on February 23, 2014 by queen of comps

New Partnership From news release:  MGM Resorts International (NYSE: MGM) has joined forces with the Ultimate Fighting Championship® (UFC®) to bring unparalleled VIP experiences and offers to members of M life, MGM Resorts’ loyalty rewards program. M life members will … Continue reading →

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EXTREME, EVEN WEIRD

Posted on January 23, 2014 by queen of comps

  I must be getting old and losing touch.  It seems like so much happening – especially on TV, but in the real world too – the operative word is “extreme.”  And the extreme whatever often leads to what I … Continue reading →

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The Frugal Poll

Posted on January 9, 2014 by queen of comps

Recently the Las Vegas Advisor ran a poll about the most frugal thing you’ve ever done in Vegas.  The results are in and they are hilarious:  http://www.lasvegasadvisor.com/poll-arch.cfm One of the comments mentioned “… and looked into trash cans for discarded … Continue reading →

Posted in City News, Comps, Couponing, Good Reads, Vegas Discounts | 4 Comments

Desert Storms

Posted on July 20, 2013 by queen of comps

Interesting video, shot at Caesars Palace.  Notice that nothing will dislodge some slot players!     Desert Storms was last modified: July 20th, 2013 by queen of comps

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This Town is a Zoo!

Posted on May 25, 2013 by queen of comps

Brad and I were out and about yesterday and today, both on the Strip and in local casinos.  All I can say – the recession must be over!  It is a zoo here in town.  The traffic is horrendous.  Koval … Continue reading →

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Surprise Response

Posted on April 28, 2012 by queen of comps

Wow!  I’m surprised that almost no one else wondered about the wisdom of the “Drink Us Dry” promotion to celebrate the closing of O’Sheas Casino.  I talked about this in my last blog entry and speculated that someone’s job might … Continue reading →

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