Category Archives: Interesting Reads

Interesting Reads and Important Dates

Posted on May 10, 2018 by queen of comps

Today (May 10) is the last day to get a discount on the registration fee for the fun-filled and information-packed Zorkfest beginning May 25.  Study the schedule of sessions to see which ones you could choose to save money on … Continue reading →

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More April Casino News and Promos

Posted on April 7, 2018 by queen of comps

PALMS More info about their April promotions I talked about in my last blog. Tuesdays double promo has a welcome option. If you earn 300 points, you can choose either the free movie ticket or car wash.  But if you … Continue reading →

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INTERESTING READS

Posted on August 10, 2017 by queen of comps

Stations Casinos reveals new remodeling plans for Palace Station and the Palms. 2. Think the Vegas Strip is too expensive? Here are cheap fun ideas for every casino on the Strip, some of which many people are not aware. 3.  Fascinating story … Continue reading →

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INTERNET RESOURCES

Posted on June 17, 2017 by queen of comps

(I am re-sending this blog since many readers have noted that they no longer get an e-mail notice when a new blog is up, as it should if you have subscribed.  There have been some technical problems, but hopefully they … Continue reading →

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Covering Vacation Time with a Guest BJ Rant

Posted on December 6, 2016 by queen of comps

Brad and I will be flying to Georgia in a couple of days, combining, as we often do, a family visit with a casino stay.  First, we will be attending grandson Zachary’s graduation from Police Academy, part of his training for … Continue reading →

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Informational Links

Posted on August 12, 2016 by queen of comps

MGM Resorts has launched a new program – mobile casino tournaments.   Mark’s Las Vegas has the details. I wonder if these will be popular?  Most people like to do tournaments because of the fun enthusiastic group atmosphere.  This new “invention” is kind of like … Continue reading →

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Gambling Humor – The Perfect Gift

Posted on November 6, 2014 by queen of comps

Contrary to common belief, Brad and I are not avid collectors of all things gambling. It’s true that we have a garage full of gambling-related merchandise, but that’s just free stuff we’ve received from casinos over the decades. And sure, we have … Continue reading →

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A Recent Interview

Posted on September 21, 2014 by queen of comps

In this blog I will point you to a recent interview I gave for the Pogg Web site:   http://thepogg.com/thepogg-interview-jean-scott-the-queen-of-comps/.   I was asked some interesting questions – and perhaps the answers will surprise you A Recent Interview was last modified: October … Continue reading →

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Reads I Found Interesting

Posted on August 11, 2014 by queen of comps

Links to Media Coverage of Casino Abuse of Patrons – a very interesting list of incidents where casino visitors decide to tackle the casinos in court – and often win!http://www.bj21.com/advantageplay/lawandtaxes/patronabuselinks.shtml In this Las Vegas Review Journal article, the Nevada Gaming … Continue reading →

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Did You Read This on the Internet?

Posted on May 7, 2014 by queen of comps

I routinely read a lot on the Internet about gambling and Vegas.  Here are some of the interesting, funny, really weird, and maybe helpful stories that caught my attention: Naming a new bar:  http://www.lasvegasweekly.com/nightlife/cocktail/2014/mar/04/missing-apostrophe-cocktail-inspired-caesars-palac/ Chasing the royal flush:  http://triblive.com/aande/gambling/5470140-74/royal-poker-players#axzz2sVkdqn9R Did … Continue reading →

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