Ellis Island And Rampart Casino Update Rewards Programs, Let’s Take A Look
Casino rewards are about personal choice and what you want. My needs as a Las Vegas local are different from when I was a tourist, and even then, my preferences changed over time. Unlike some casino-goers, we consider where we spend our money and what rewards we receive in return. There was a time when […]
Vegas Strip-Adjacent Rewards Programs
For the past month or so, we’ve been looking at Vegas Strip-adjacent options for visitors who want to save money. There are plenty of deals for eating, drinking, and gambling just a few minutes away from the main tourist corridor. Caesars and MGM Rewards are the most popular loyalty programs since they have multiple properties […]
Which F1 Team Matches Your Travel Loyalty Programs?
The Formula One season starts this weekend with the Australian Grand Prix. This isn’t a lifelong passion for me. I’ve been following the racing series since a couple of years into the Netflix show “Drive to Survive.” I enjoyed the show because it felt like a travel reality show with some racing mixed in. The […]
Earning MGM Rewards Status in 2026
Comp cruises, waived resort fees, status matching, room upgrades, and more: MGM Rewards Platinum status has been a valuable addition to my points and miles & gambling toolkit. Here’s why (IMHO) MGM Rewards status is worthwhile and how it’s easier to earn in 2026 compared to previous years. 2025 Success I earned nearly 400,000 MGM […]
MGM Rewards Improvements: Cruises and Rollover Tier Credits
The already valuable MGM Rewards program added even more benefits, most notably including a complimentary five-night Oceanview room cruise with MGM Gold status with $75 in freeplay and a complimentary seven-night balcony room cruise with $100 in freeplay (up from a shorter duration, an Oceanview room, and $0 freeplay). See their recent press release for […]
Cherry Rewards: Tier Matching, and Everything You Need to Know
If you needed another reason to check out Virgin Hotels Las Vegas, their brand-new Cherry Rewards program might be it. Designed to be one of the juiciest loyalty programs on the Strip, Cherry Rewards is not just about collecting points—it’s about unlocking experiences, indulgences, and exclusive perks all over the property. From the casino to […]
Las Vegas Rewards Roundup: Venetian/Hyatt, W/Marriott And Treasure(y) Island
This was a busy week for the Las Vegas rewards community. There’s a new casino rewards program and two new Las Vegas tie-ups with worldwide hotel loyalty programs. We’ll take a quick look at The Venetian’s selection of Hyatt as its new hotel partner and share some words about TheHotelDelanoW’s addition to the MGM Rewards […]
Rio Rewards Overview
Rio Las Vegas is now an independently operated casino owned by Dreamscape Corp. This is the first time the casino-hotel isn’t under the Caesars Rewards umbrella in more than two decades. The casino now operates its loyalty program aptly named Rio Rewards. The property is just west of the Vegas Strip on Flamingo Rd. next […]
Fontainebleau Rewards
Before we get into Fontainebleau Rewards, let’s get you familiar with the only property where those rewards can be used. Fontainebleau Las Vegas is a 67-story, vertically integrated luxury resort on the north end of the Vegas Strip. After sitting dormant for over a decade, the big blue casino resort finally opened in Dec. 2023. […]
What Do You Want From A Las Vegas Casino Rewards Program
TravelZork and its community are great resources for those interested in casino rewards programs (casino loyalty programs). I’ve been in this world for a while, and I’m still constantly learning about the topic from this group.