Category Archives: Stations

NOVEMBER PROMOTIONS

Posted on November 4, 2018 by queen of comps

It’s getting harder and harder for me to write this monthly update here and stay positive.  Just so many downgrades and negative changes! ☹   But I will continue to hunt for new good opportunities and give helpful hints on how … Continue reading →

Posted in Casino Promotions, Palms, Senior Promotion, Slot Clubs, South Point Casino, Stations, Video Poker | 10 Comments

Odds and Ends from my “Frugal Save” File

Posted on October 11, 2018 by queen of comps

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 →

Posted in Food Review, Palms, Senior Promotion, Slot Clubs, Stations | 12 Comments

Quickie Local Promotion Report

Posted on October 1, 2018 by queen of comps

As usual when we have been traveling – this time for 10 days – I return to a mountain of paperwork.  Takes me a long time to process all the casino mailers and figure out what might be put on … Continue reading →

Posted in Boyd Gaming, Casino Promotions, Family News, Non-Vegas Casinos, Slots, Stations, Video Poker | 13 Comments

Recent Frugal – or Non-Frugal – Discoveries

Posted on September 8, 2018 by queen of comps

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 →

Posted in Boyd Gaming, Casino Policy, Casino Promotions, Couponing, Laughlin, Meal Promo, Slot Clubs, Stations | 8 Comments

Jean, Read Your Own Stuff

Posted on August 17, 2018 by queen of comps

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 →

Posted in Boyd Gaming, Casino Promotions, Slot Clubs, Stations | 11 Comments

Update on Station Casinos Changes

Posted on April 13, 2014 by queen of comps

In my last blog entry I talked about the major revision Stations has made to its players club program.  You should read that first to fully understand this discussion.  They have changed the point calculation from $1 coin-in = 3 … Continue reading →

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Stations Change the Boarding Pass Program

Posted on April 8, 2014 by queen of comps

Again!!!! In 2008, the Stations players club underwent a major overhaul, changing point redemption from comps-only to a free play option.  Then in 2011, another major overhaul took place.  I discussed this at https://www.lasvegasadvisor.com/frugal-vegas/?p=1585#more-1585 .   This one included a major … Continue reading →

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Station Bonus Points on Columbus Day

Posted on October 8, 2011 by queen of comps

E-mail from Station casinos:  On Columbus Day, October 10, “discover” bonus points:  $1=6 points on video poker and 10 points for slots.  Available for all current Boarding Pass members and all new sign-ups, at all 18 Station casinos.  Swipe at any kiosk … Continue reading →

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Q+A – The New Stations Players Club

Posted on October 6, 2011 by queen of comps

First, I want to emphasize –  again –  that the new Stations players club IS an upgrade in many ways, particularly the fact that their cashback/free play/or comps option adds .3%.  No local competitor pays more.  (Be careful – I … Continue reading →

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More About the New Stations Players Club

Posted on September 25, 2011 by queen of comps

Wow, change brings about a lot of questions and discussions, some of it very heated! I can’t answer all your questions but I will try to explain a little more to follow up the discussion on this subject in my … Continue reading →

Posted in Slot Clubs, Stations | 8 Comments