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Monthly Archives: August 2013
September Casino News and Promotions
First this month – a traffic tip. No matter how far out of your way you have to drive, avoid crossing the Strip at Flamingo. You will thank me for this advice. With new lane closures on Las Vegas Boulevard … Continue reading
Posted in Casino Promotions, Meal Promo, Slot Clubs
3 Comments
The Frugal Princess Visit – Part 2
Las Vegas – living here or visiting – is not all about gambling. Here is the Frugal Princess report I promised you, about a Las Vegas “Adventure” that takes you far away from smoky casinos and into a wonderful fresh-air world of … Continue reading
Posted in Family News, Guest Writer, Non-gambling Activities
6 Comments
The Frugal Princess Visit – Part 1
Recently Brad and I enjoyed a real treat – a week-long visit from daughter Angela (the Frugal Princess) and her retired Army Ranger husband, Steve. This was a rare adults-only trip since their kids had already enjoyed their own visit … Continue reading
Posted in Caesars, Comps, Family News, Video Poker
6 Comments
Free Room Lottery is Over
The drum is closed! I offered these gift certificates because I was feeling bad that so many of our comps go to waste. Now I am feeling bad that so many of you wanted to “win” but didn’t. Oh dear! … Continue reading
Free Room Comps to Share
We throw away hundreds of dollars of comps every month. Although we share our comps as much as possible, it pains me when there are just too many to use when we have to actually be with the person(s) with … Continue reading
Posted in Caesars, Comps, Couponing
3 Comments
Helping You Understand Bankroll Needs – Volatility
Here’s another guest article by Henry Tamburin, one that discusses a subject that weighs so heavily into your bankroll calculations – volatility. Articles on this subject often make players eyes glaze over with their complicated “mathspeak” and complex formulas but here Henry gives … Continue reading
Posted in Bankroll, Video Poker
6 Comments
More on Bankroll Considerations
By the comments on the last entry – and the private e-mails I received – I realize that I have touched on a VERY sensitive VP nerve. Many questions have arisen and many comments bring up important related issues. I … Continue reading
Posted in Bankroll, Video Poker
5 Comments
Helping You Understand Bankroll Needs – The Royal Flush
I believe that one of the biggest problems for video poker players, even many very skilled ones, is understanding bankroll requirements. This has become an even bigger problem in recent years because of the decline of really good VP plays. Most of us … Continue reading
Posted in Bankroll, Guest Writer, Video Poker
9 Comments
Sex Toys
I’m almost never at a loss for words – but I can’t find any to comment on this story. Sex Toys was last modified: August 7th, 2013 by queen of comps
Posted in Casino Policy
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More Promotions
Silverton is running an “Earn and Win” promo in August on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Earn 100 points for a tall Starbucks drink and 500 points will get you a $20 food credit. You can redeem at the new Redemption Kiosk … Continue reading
Posted in Casino Promotions, Food Review, Slot Clubs
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