Category Archives: Travel

35 Years of Advantage Play – Part 6

Posted on June 12, 2020 by queen of comps

It is now December 31, 1991, on our path of smart gambling – and the day we made probably the most important decision in our 35+ years of casino play. I’ve told this story before.  We were staying at the … Continue reading →

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35 Years of Advantage Play – Part 5

Posted on June 5, 2020 by queen of comps

Last week I ended my blog by stating that for our first 8 years of gambling the “total casino experience” was more important than our financial bottom line.  That is not to say that we could spend lavishly without thought.  … Continue reading →

Posted in Advantage Play, Atlantic City, Blackjack, Casino Promotions, Couponing, Harrahs Lake Tahoe, Memories, Non-gambling Activities, Non-Vegas Casinos, Reno, Slot Clubs, Travel, Vegas History, Video Poker | 8 Comments

35 Years of Advantage Play – Part 3

Posted on May 15, 2020 by queen of comps

1989 was a major transitional year in our lives.  The government was in the midst of a RIF (reduction in force) for civil service employees.  Brad had in his 30 years at Naval Avionics in Indianapolis, but although he was … Continue reading →

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35 Years of Advantage Play – Part 2

Posted on May 9, 2020 by queen of comps

The saga continues.  After I posted Part 1 and then re-read it, I realized how the “background material” was overwhelming the “financial report.”  I must tighten up and quit rambling I said to myself.  But then I read all the … Continue reading →

Posted in Advantage Play, Atlantic City, Bankroll, Blackjack, Comps, Craps, Harrahs Lake Tahoe, It's Personal, Memories, Non-Vegas Casinos, Travel | 13 Comments

The Power of Love and Friendship

Posted on December 13, 2019 by queen of comps

We are totally enveloped in the warmth of love as the flood of well wishes pour in for our upcoming retirement and move to GA. They have come here in the Comments, on Facebook, in my Inbox, and when you … Continue reading →

Posted in Comments, Family News, Frugal Fridays, Gaming Writing, Health, Memories, Non-Vegas Casinos, Q+A, Travel, Video Poker | 23 Comments

Cherokee Casino Surprise

Posted on September 27, 2019 by queen of comps

After dealing with casinos for 36 years – and coping with the constant changes, especially the last five or so years of major downgrades – you would think I wouldn’t be surprised when I’m faced with a new negative casino … Continue reading →

Posted in Blackjack, Caesars, Casino Promotions, Cherokee Casino, Comps, It's Personal, Non-Vegas Casinos, Slots, Travel, Video Poker | 15 Comments

Off to Cherokee + CZR Benefits

Posted on September 19, 2019 by queen of comps

Emergency rooms, hospitals, endless medical testing – unexpected activities this last week during our GA vacation when Brad’s 87-year old plumbing and cardio systems decided to break down.  But I am happy to report that medical science knew how to … Continue reading →

Posted in Brad Stories, Caesars, Cherokee Casino, Comps, Family News, Gambling Resources, Hotel Information, It's Personal, Non-Vegas Casinos, Public Appearances, Travel, Web Sites | 6 Comments

Technical Fixes and Blog Recommendations

Posted on September 6, 2019 by queen of comps

If you’ve been a subscriber to this blog, you probably noticed that for the last several weeks, you haven’t received an email notifying you when I posted a new one. Why not? Internet gremlins working overtime! But the techies at … Continue reading →

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Off to Tahoe + CZR Info

Posted on April 9, 2019 by queen of comps

Today we are heading to Harrah’s Tahoe for an unexpected 5-day stay.  After who knows how long – I forget, this year  we had decided to permanently cross CZR off our Play List.  The benefits had been decreasing steadily each … Continue reading →

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Q+As and Briefs

Posted on March 26, 2019 by queen of comps

We expected to be back in Las Vegas today after two weeks in GA visiting family.  But Southwest changed our plans, canceling our flight.  We couldn’t find another convenient one – we only do  non-stop these days – until Saturday, … Continue reading →

Posted in Blackjack, Casino Promotions, Q+A, Taxes, Transportation, Travel | 6 Comments