Category Archives: Slot Clubs

Odds and Ends from my “Frugal Save” File

BUFFETS Brad and I aren’t foodies, but thankfully we get some frugal food reports from friends, including from MissCraps on the vpFREE forum.  Here are some of her recent buffet recommendations: AYCE buffet at Palms is now offering unlimited champagne … Continue reading

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B-Connected Summary – So Far! (Part 2)

This is going to have to be a very quickly-written blog since I am madly racing around trying to get ready to fly out of Vegas tomorrow morning for a much-needed vacation.  It will be our favorite kind of get-away, … Continue reading

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B-Connected Summary – So Far! (Part 1)

You’ve been clamoring for more of my thoughts on this subject – so here they are.  I don’t claim 100% accuracy or comprehensiveness here – but I don’t think even Boyd Gaming itself knows exactly what is going on at … Continue reading

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Recent Frugal – or Non-Frugal – Discoveries

I’m always looking for new information that can help me make more frugal decisions when I visit casinos, including dining choices as well as where, what, and when I will play.  Some of this information I discover is new because … Continue reading

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Boyd Gaming Changes

I have been putting off writing this blog.  Many of you know that in my writings about casinos I like to emphasize the positive rather than ranting and raving about the negative that I can’t change.  I also stress that … Continue reading

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You Have Questions?

Periodically I need to clean out my virtual mailbag.  I am happy to answer many reader questions, but sometimes it just isn’t possible.  I can’t give specific recommendations about, for example, what game you should play or what casino is … Continue reading

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Jean, Read Your Own Stuff

Everyone knows how I obsessively write about checking details about casino programs and promotions.  But for some months now – and I’m not sure why – I have neglected this advice when playing at the Palms. Brad and I hadn’t … Continue reading

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AUGUST CASINO NEWS AND PROMOTIONS

Recent headline: “Casinos getting nervous as Las Vegas revenues drop and their stocks slump.” Will this generate even more extra fees to try to pump up a casino bottom line – or perhaps lead to more and better promotions to … Continue reading

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JULY PROMOTIONS

Las Vegas is hopping, turning the one-day 4th of July holiday on Wednesday into a whole week of celebrations.  But don’t let down your guard when you are looking for promotions and end up getting fooled!  You must always read … Continue reading

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Interesting Reads and Important Dates

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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