Category Archives: Video Poker

The Flexible Gambler

Posted on October 1, 2021 by queen of comps

I’ve been reading over some of the blogs I’ve been writing recently, in which I’ve been trying to give practical hints for players coping with the difficult casino environment we’re up against these days. And it occurred to me that one word can sum up … Continue reading →

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The More Resources the Better

Posted on September 17, 2021 by queen of comps

“How do you find out all that up-to-date casino information you put in your blog?” I’m getting this question frequently these days, since many players know I can’t now visit casinos very often. There is a simple answer, really. I’m … Continue reading →

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Casino Rewards – Part 2

Posted on September 4, 2021 by queen of comps

Before continuing on the subject of casino rewards, I need to repeat what I have emphasized many times before: Any suggestions and examples I give in my writings do not apply to all casinos at all times. With any casino … Continue reading →

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Casino Rewards – Part 1

Posted on August 21, 2021 by queen of comps

How can I get more casino rewards? I’ve been fielding this question for a long time. Actually, I’ve been trying to give helpful answers since I wrote the first Frugal book in 1999 and started my blog soon after. However, … Continue reading →

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CZR Tier Credit Program – Part 4

Posted on July 30, 2021 by queen of comps

I’m still getting so many comments and questions about playing at a CZR property. However, I have a problem. So many of them are coming from video poker advantage players. Although I want to help that category of gamblers as … Continue reading →

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A Triple Purpose Casino Visit – Part 2

Posted on July 11, 2021 by queen of comps

This week I’m continuing, as promised, my report about our recent Harrah’s Cherokee casino visit. Maybe I left you guessing whether I’d change my earlier plan after a too-tiring first late-night session. A note here:  Perhaps the following, which contains … Continue reading →

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A Triple Purpose Casino Visit – Part 1

Posted on July 4, 2021 by queen of comps

Down through the 30+ years I’ve been a gaming writer, I have always stressed the importance of a balanced life. Never let casinos and gambling interfere with relationships with friends and family or your physical and mental well-being. Don’t ever … Continue reading →

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Choosing to Play at a CZR Property

Posted on June 11, 2021 by queen of comps

My recent 6-part blog series about a visit to Harrah’s Cherokee Casino generated many questions, not just about this property but general CZR play all over the country. In this post, I’ll try to describe and explain the many factors that … Continue reading →

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Cherokee Report – Part 6 – Q+A

Posted on May 28, 2021 by queen of comps

A few more questions have come in from my Harrah’s Cherokee Casino trip report. A couple pertained to the other Cherokee casino in North Carolina. Q: Did you ever consider switching your play to the Harrah’s Cherokee Valley River Casino in … Continue reading →

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Harrah’s Cherokee Trip Report – Part 5

Posted on May 14, 2021 by queen of comps

A big thank you for all who have used the comments section here or on my Jean Scott Facebook page, or written private e-mails, to express their appreciation for the detailed Cherokee trip report. I see a pent-up desire to … Continue reading →

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