Category Archives: Non-gambling Activities

Tahoe Family Holiday Report – Part 1

I predicted this week after our family reunion at Harrah’s Tahoe would need to be serious recovery time for Brad and me, and that definitely came to pass.  But so full of happy memories with our family who can pack … Continue reading

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December News and Off to Tahoe

I hope your casino mailers and/or study of casino websites have given you a lot of December information to keep you busy all month. If you are over 50, you need to check out the senior specials that most locals … Continue reading

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FRUGAL TIDBITS+Laughlin Trip

Senior Park Passes Hurry for this one: The lifetime senior pass to national parks and other federal lands will go up – way up – on August 28, from the present cost of $10 to $80. This pass, available for … Continue reading

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AUGUST CASINO PROMOTION NEWS

This month I have mixed in some side information about various Vegas casinos, especially in the food area. After all, even skilled gamblers have to stop and eat while they are chasing promotions! ELLIS ISLAND Ellis Island going upscale! Who … Continue reading

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Out-of-Town Trip Report – Part 1

Just returned from a 12-day trip eastward, visiting family in Columbus, Georgia, and spending a few days at Harrah’s Cherokee casino in North Carolina. Brad and I are both at the Harrah’s 7 Star tier level and Cherokee is our … Continue reading

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Bumped – or Dragged – From Airplanes

Several people have asked my opinion about the current United Airlines debacle. I guess, because down through the years I have written much about the possible financial benefits of being bumped from an airline flight, they feel I am an “expert” on … Continue reading

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Free Fresh Air

Yes, there is more in Nevada than casinos – some would say many healthier places to spend your time. And during the next two weekends these places are FREE to enjoy. In celebration of National Park Week, the National Park … Continue reading

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Tahoe Adventure

Recently we took a family casino vacation to Tahoe, staying on an offer from Harrah’s.  Although we had been here many times before, this was the first time daughter Angela and her hubby Steve had been here so they kept busy with active choices … Continue reading

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More Promotional Tidbits

Today – Thursday the 10th – South Point is jumping the gun with a free Veterans Day buffet a day early.  This offer is one of the few that includes a free meal for both the veteran and a guest. … Continue reading

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SEPTEMBER VEGAS PROMOTION NEWS

OOPS – Dead Bodies in TWO casinos Last month I wrote:  “REAL BODIES” human anatomy exhibition just opened at Bally’s Las Vegas –located on the lower level.  I think this is the one that used to be at Luxor and … Continue reading

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