Is Caesars Rewards Poker Worth it for Diamond Status?
Players can earn Caesars Rewards Diamond status, or get closer toward status, by playing poker at Caesars properties. But is this a valuable proposition? The Tier Credit Math A recent Reddit post detailed Caesars Rewards Poker Tier Credit earnings, noting a rate of 34 Tier Credits per hour for $1/$3 and $2/$5 blind cash games. […]
Status Signals: Casino and Loyalty Updates for Wyndham Rewards
Welcome to Status Signals powered by TravelZork: The Casino and Travel Loyalty Wire. Every two weeks, we track the casino and travel loyalty moves worth knowing: comps, tiers, points, miles, lounges, cards, status matches, program changes, and the perks that actually matter. Casino loyalty comes first. Then travel loyalty. Because for TravelZork readers, the real […]
Bubble Craps: Similar Game, Worse Value
‘Bubble Craps,’ an electronic version of the standard Craps table game, seems similar to traditional Craps, but can offer worse value for gamblers, especially for those looking for Tier Credits, comps, and return offers. A recent discussion on the TravelZork Facebook group centered on a gambler claiming his casino offers “got destroyed” after he played […]
Gambling Onboard Virgin Voyages Resilient Lady
Virgin Voyages’ casino onboard the Resilient Lady ship offers interesting Blackjack and Craps gambling opportunities paired with credit card rewards, but the awful Video Poker paytables told me to abandon ship — or at least the casino. Ahoy! I’m currently cruising with Virgin Voyages thanks to a status match promotion with Ocean Casino Resort — […]
Casino Comps Are Harder to Trust Than Credit Card Rewards
Casino loyalty can seem valuable, but the value is harder to judge when expectations are unclear, ‘rules’ are not published, and the comp decisions change after play has already occurred. In comparison, rewards from spending on credit cards are often clearer with published rules, set expectations, and more predictable outcomes. As someone who engages with […]
Online Gambling Restrictions Hurt Responsible Gamblers Without Fixing Problem Gambling
Recent government-led regulations in the name of “consumer protections” against “predatory” online casinos have greatly restricted online gambling activity, hurting responsible gamblers. Government overreach doesn’t really fix the problem of compulsive gambling, especially when people can move their wagers to offshore casinos and in-person casinos. The war on happiness continues, this time with government overreach […]
New Royal Caribbean Royal ONE Plus Visa Signature Credit Card
70,000-Point Welcome Bonus The new Royal ONE Plus Visa Signature Credit Card mostly shines because of its 70,000-point welcome bonus that is worth $700 in onboard credit or cruise discounts. Spend $3000 in 90 days to receive the generous welcome offer. Earning Rates and Where It Fits Cruise Spend (4x Points)Earn 4x points on Royal […]
What is a ‘Bankroll,’ Really?
Many gamblers use the word ‘bankroll’ differently, and this confusion leads to bad game selection, misplaced risk aversion, and poor gambling decisions. When focusing too much on low minimum bet games, for example, you may be taking on a higher house edge and contradicting a goal of ‘making money last.’ Common Misunderstandings About Bankroll What […]
BetMGM Negative Credit Card Changes
BetMGM’s recent credit card rule changes are more than a payment method update. For many users, they weaken the appeal of MGM Rewards. Weeks ago, BetMGM sent emails with “an updated credit card policy,” stating “new credit cards will no longer be eligible for registration,” “any cards added after March 30th, including replacement cards, will […]
Using Bilt Cash for Cheap Dining in Las Vegas
Thanks to the Bilt Palladium credit card and Bilt Cash, I easily saved $25 on dinner in Las Vegas. Las Vegas is one of the best destinations for value, especially for hotel rooms and dining. In the past, I wrote about how to save money on food and hotels in Vegas, and now we have […]