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 […]
Booking MGM Rewards Comp Cruises
MGM Rewards offers a compelling cruise value proposition: two comp cruises per status year for MGM Platinum members… but the booking process may not be straightforward. Here are some tips for booking both the MGM Gold and MGM Platinum cruises. In 2025, MGM Rewards added an Oceanview comp cruise for members who earn Gold status. […]
The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas Joins Amex Fine Hotels + Resorts
The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas is now available through Amex Express Fine Hotels + Resorts, creating a strong redemption option for holders of personal or business Amex Platinum cards. In addition to receiving a $300 statement credit with a booking (once per card per January through June and July through December), booking through FHR grants […]
Lowering Risk with Multi-Play Video Poker
Worried about negative variance in gambling and want to reduce risk with a low volatility game? Consider multi-play Video Poker. In past articles, I wrote about using online Blackjack as a tool to earn casino statuses, free-play/comps, and accelerate credit card spending through purchasing gift cards and prepaid cards to fund online gambling. Although the […]
Trip Report: Atlantis Comp Stay via Caesars Rewards
I recently completed a five-night comp stay in Atlantis, Paradise Island, in The Bahamas. Learn how I spent very little during the stay and met the four-hour gambling requirement with minimal cost. In 2025, I earned Caesars Rewards Diamond Elite status (75,000 Tier Credits), mostly from online Blackjack and in-person Video Poker play during 10x […]