Category Archives: Web Sites

Vegas News Briefs

Posted on March 18, 2018 by queen of comps

I would like to encourage my readers to read the “Comments” that appear after I post a blog.  They often contain valuable information on promotions and other money-saving techniques, some that is news to me and perhaps also to many … Continue reading →

Posted in Casino Promotions, Comments, Food Review, Media Appearances, Online, Public Appearances, Senior Promotion, South Point Casino, Travel, Web Sites | 1 Comment

A Vegas Frugal and Fun Travel Festival

Posted on March 4, 2018 by queen of comps

Many of you are probably already familiar with the TravelZork website as a resource for tons of frugal hints to save you money on travel – covering airlines, hotels, casinos, Vegas, and loyalty programs.  Now they are sponsoring a “travel … Continue reading →

Posted in Casino Promotions, Comps, Couponing, Discounts, Gambling Resources, Hotel Information, Media Appearances, Non-gambling Activities, Non-gambling Promo, Online, Podcast, Public Appearances, Slot Clubs, Travel, Vegas Discounts, Web Sites | Comments Off on A Vegas Frugal and Fun Travel Festival

GAMBLING INFO FROM THE INTERNET

Posted on September 8, 2017 by queen of comps

I was recently interviewed on the popular “Cousin Vito” gambling podcast. This 40-minute chat covered wide-ranging topics, from our first casino visit 33 years ago right up through the recent publication of The Frugal Gambler Casino Guide. It was a … Continue reading →

Posted in Blackjack, Gambling Resources, Online, Podcast, Web Sites | 2 Comments

JULY CASINO PROMOTION NEWS

Posted on June 28, 2017 by queen of comps

For the second month in a row Brad and I are leaving town around the first of the month, this time to visit family in Georgia. Thus I will cover just a few promotions now and will likely have more … Continue reading →

Posted in Brad Stories, Casino Promotions, Good Reads, Media Appearances, Podcast, Radio, Senior Promotion, Web Sites | 4 Comments

Q+A

Posted on June 23, 2017 by queen of comps

Q: I was wondering what ever happened to the Station Casinos plans to start an online gaming site similar to that of MGM’s My Vegas. If memory serves me correctly, you wrote about it several months ago, but I have … Continue reading →

Posted in Q+A, Video Poker, Web Sites | 12 Comments

INTERNET RESOURCES

Posted on June 17, 2017 by queen of comps

(I am re-sending this blog since many readers have noted that they no longer get an e-mail notice when a new blog is up, as it should if you have subscribed.  There have been some technical problems, but hopefully they … Continue reading →

Posted in Casino Crime and Security, Gambling Resources, Interesting Reads, Online, Video Poker, Web Sites | 3 Comments

EXAMPLES

Posted on September 25, 2016 by queen of comps

Okay, it’s time I got around to giving the examples I promised earlier in the month, providing  some help in figuring out the EV (expected theoretical value)  of video poker plays. If you are an old hand at these math calculations, you won’t … Continue reading →

Posted in Casino Promotions, Slot Clubs, Video Poker, Web Sites | 5 Comments

Another Players Club Changes – Wynn/Encore

Posted on October 1, 2011 by queen of comps

Here is the official press release: LAS VEGAS— (Sept. 22, 2011) – In an ongoing effort to reward the resort’s loyal guests, Wynn Las Vegas and Encore have launched enhancements to the Red Card loyalty program. Red Card provides members … Continue reading →

Posted in Slot Clubs, Web Sites, Wynn | 4 Comments

Going to the Dogs in Vegas

Posted on November 5, 2010 by queen of comps

I’m not really an animal lover, but Brad is enough of one to make up for my deficiency in this area.  And I am softening somewhat in this department in my “old age,” finding  a lttle crippled poodle  “nephew dog” named Curly stealing my heart in … Continue reading →

Posted in Hotel Information, Web Sites | 6 Comments

Coping with Casino Changes

Posted on November 1, 2010 by queen of comps

People keep asking us where we play these days now that so many casinos have either downgraded their video poker inventory and/or reduced their comp and slot club benefits.  I usually don’t like to mention specific casinos where we play … Continue reading →

Posted in Reno, Travel, Video Poker, Web Sites | 13 Comments