Michael Trager

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Michael resides in London and travels extensively as a British Airways Executive Club (BAEC) Gold member, after previously being a Delta Diamond Medallion in The Netherlands. Miles+Points airline/hotel loyalty programs and learning to optimize the use of loyalty programs are intense interests of Michael’s. In addition, Michael is passionate about casino loyalty programs, the history of Las Vegas/Atlantic City and baccarat, as well as cooking and also enjoying foodie experiences around the globe.

May 4, 2018 Michael Trager

DEAL GONE | Las Vegas Venetian Piazza Suite Deal $217/night INCLUDES tax+resort fee

Daily Getaways has a deal for three nights in a Venetian Piazza Suite. I am not a huge fan of paying for rooms in Vegas, but for those that do not have miles+points opportunities or comp (complimentary) casino marketing room offers, this might be a decent option.

January 9, 2018 Michael Trager

[Interesting, maybe GREAT] Caesars Las Vegas Hotel Deals + 1000 Tier (per night) Bonus

Currently Caesars is running a New Year, New Empire promotion (Promo Code: NYNE18) that can be combined with an Opt-In Offer for 1000 tier points per night.

November 13, 2017 Michael Trager

Atlantic City in Winter – A Laid-back, Low Roller’s Paradise

My first Atlantic City trip was in January 2010, and even though the tables were as cold as the weather, I immediately fell in love with the city.

October 29, 2017 Michael Trager

Register Today – ZorkFest | Travel Smarter and Develop Your Loyalty Network

ZorkFest | Register Today | Travel Smarter Gamble Smarter | An unprecedented assortment of sessions on all aspects of Travel and Casino loyalty, packed into just one day!

October 25, 2017 Michael Trager

Case Dismissed | Ivey v Genting Casinos (UK) Ltd t/a Crockfords

Case Dismissed Ivey v Genting Casinos (UK) Ltd t/a Crockfords | Ivey had taken a civil case all the way up to the UK Supreme Court (the UK’s highest court) after Crockfords refused to pay out his £7.7m Baccarat winnings, claiming he cheated. The Supreme Court has just ruled in the case, and found in favour of Crockfords.

October 12, 2017 Michael Trager

TravelZork Podcast | Hotel Upgrades – Ask and You Shall Receive

Today we talk about one of my favourite topics, hotel room upgrades. Sometimes all you have to do is ask. Want to find out how to get that hotel room upgrade? Listen!

October 9, 2017 Michael Trager

ZorkCast TravelZork Podcast | Booking Mistake (“deal”) Fares

Today we talk about airline “deal” fares, often referred to as mistake or error fares. I provide an overview of the process and also some tips and tricks. It is important to understand that booking these airline fares are not for the risk adverse. If you do not like to gamble, it is probably something that is not for you.

October 4, 2017 Michael Trager

Introducing ZorkFest | Travel Smarter and Gamble Smarter

ZorkFest has been a passion project in the making for a long time. I have always wanted to combine two of my interests into one amazing event. Casino Loyalty and Travel Loyalty. ZorkFest, an unprecedented assortment of sessions on all aspects of Travel and Casino loyalty, packed into just one day!

September 20, 2017 Michael Trager

ZorkCast TravelZork Podcast | Optimising One Night Luxury Hotel Stays

Today I’m going to briefly be talking about optimising one-night luxury hotel stays, focusing on the FHR American Express Program. I’m going to give you some broad strokes on what to look for and how you can basically turn a one night hotel stay into an almost full two-day getaway.

September 4, 2017 Michael Trager

Welcome to ZorkCast the TravelZork Podcast

ZorkCast TravelZork Podcast | Get your daily dose, that usually does not exceed 9 minutes. EVERY DAY. #ZorkCast powered by TravelZork. ZorkCast, the podcast that is all about helping you travel smarter, gamble smarter, and maximize your adventures.