Category Archives: Comps

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

Info for Caesars Players

Posted on January 26, 2019 by queen of comps

Here are some details I have gathered – from my own experiences, from conversations with other players, or from Internet sources. The current list of Diamond and Seven Star free and discounted show benefits can be found here. The “automatic” … Continue reading →

Posted in Caesars, Casino Policy, Comps | 14 Comments

December Promos and News

Posted on December 8, 2018 by queen of comps

This blog has been delayed, mainly because of work on my tax book update.  Russell Fox, my new professional collaborator for this essential revision, and I have been scrambling to get this out ASAP so gamblers would be aware of … Continue reading →

Posted in Boyd Gaming, Casino Policy, Casino Promotions, Comps, Palms, Senior Promotion, Slot Clubs, South Point Casino, Stations, Taxes | 17 Comments

Resources + Gifting

Posted on November 25, 2018 by queen of comps

I find the more I check Vegas/gambling informational sources, the more interesting activities I find and/or the more money I will save.  Here are some on my checklist: Vegas4locals – one of the best places to find free and/or inexpensive … Continue reading →

Posted in Book Recommendation, Casino Hosts, Comps, Discounts, Gambling Resources, Interesting Reads, Taxes, Video Poker | 7 Comments

Purely Recreational Casino Play

Posted on July 18, 2018 by queen of comps

People often ask  if Brad and I ever stray from the advantage-play path. Yes, we occasionally do.  Down through the years I have talked about providing casino vacations for our families.  Sometimes these are 100% comped and there are good … Continue reading →

Posted in Comps, Laughlin, Non-Vegas Casinos, Video Poker | 5 Comments

A Vegas Frugal and Fun Travel Festival

Posted on March 4, 2018 by queen of comps

Many of you are probably already familiar with the TravelZork website as a resource for tons of frugal hints to save you money on travel – covering airlines, hotels, casinos, Vegas, and loyalty programs.  Now they are sponsoring a “travel … Continue reading →

Posted in Casino Promotions, Comps, Couponing, Discounts, Gambling Resources, Hotel Information, Media Appearances, Non-gambling Activities, Non-gambling Promo, Online, Podcast, Public Appearances, Slot Clubs, Travel, Vegas Discounts, Web Sites | Comments Off on A Vegas Frugal and Fun Travel Festival

Still Playing the Comp Game?

Posted on January 20, 2018 by queen of comps

After I wrote about a family reunion at the Harrah’s Tahoe casino in December, I received a lot of requests for more details, specifically about comps.  I guess that should not have been a surprise for someone whose nickname is … Continue reading →

Posted in Caesars, Casino Hosts, Comps, Family News, Non-gambling Activities | 10 Comments

Big Data

Posted on September 16, 2017 by queen of comps

Please, Jean, tell me what I am doing wrong. I am playing just like I have been doing for years, but my mailers which used to be quite good are getting terrible: such small amounts of free play, fewer food … Continue reading →

Posted in Casino Policy, Comps, Technology | 8 Comments

Cleaning Out My Inbox

Posted on July 22, 2017 by queen of comps

Time to clean out my Inbox, answering your questions, addressing your concerns, and passing on shared information. Jean, I received an e-mail promotion from Total Rewards (CZR) that your readers might find interesting. If you’re an Emerald at Boyd, Total … Continue reading →

Posted in Comments, Comps, Hotel Information, Luck, Q+A, Quotes, Slot Clubs, Slots, Video Poker | 2 Comments

COMPS FOR SALE?

Posted on August 27, 2016 by queen of comps

There has been some discussion on the Internet recently about the selling of comps. Although there is no general agreement about this subject and I respect the right of others to publicize their opinions, I feel constrained to publically disagree … Continue reading →

Posted in Comps, Ethics | 2 Comments