Vegas News | MGM Rewards Tier Match Is Back, Las Vegas Is Affordable And The Plaza Might Have The Best ATS!
It feels good to be in Las Vegas after nearly a month in Amish Country, PA. I shared a few pics on Instagram of the things I was seeing while traveling through the area. Enough about me, let’s get to the Vegas News from the past couple of weeks! The Las Vegas Grand Prix released […]
Dave Ramsey WRONG about Gambling and Credit
Dave Ramsey, often unfortunately called ‘America’s Voice On Money’ by mainstream media sources, frequently makes terrible arguments against credit cards and gambling, showing he has minimal credibility. In addition to being factually wrong, misrepresenting the basics of how credit scores work, saying things like “The credit, or FICO, score is simply an “I love debt […]
Wynn Earnings Shows Continued Strength In Las Vegas
Wynn Resorts recently reported fourth quarter and full year earnings for 2024. While the company was looking forward to the future, it also acknowledged another record year in Las Vegas. Since Mr. TravelZork is a Wynn Fanboy ™ we’ll mostly focus on how Wynn Las Vegas performed after a quick look at the big picture […]
Earn Diamond Gifted Tier Status With Caesars Rewards Through a New Offer
Caesars Rewards recently emailed some former Diamond status holders an invitation to apply for the Caesars Rewards Visa credit card and spend $5000 on it to receive “gifted tier status” as a “Diamond upgrade.” This new offer may provide more value than the usual credit card benefit of granting 7500 tier credits (half of the […]
Virgin’s Cherry Rewards Pops Onto the Loyalty Scene This March
Virgin Hotels Las Vegas is introducing a new casino and resort loyalty program, Cherry Rewards, set to launch in March. The program marks the final phase of the property’s transition in casino operations. Cherry Rewards will allow members to earn and redeem points across various resort amenities, including dining, retail, gaming, and poolside experiences. Members […]
Playa Largo Resort & Spa: A Luxurious Escape in Key Largo
Along the pristine shores of Key Largo, Florida, Playa Largo Resort & Spa is a tropical paradise where luxury meets island charm. As part of the Autograph Collection by Marriott, this 4-star resort offers an upscale yet relaxed getaway, perfect for those seeking breathtaking ocean views, world-class amenities, and a taste of the Florida Keys’ […]
Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino: Where Luxury Meets Rock ‘n’ Roll
If you’re looking for a place where high-stakes gaming, world-class entertainment, and rock ‘n’ roll vibes collide, look no further than the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood, Florida. Owned and operated by the Seminole Tribe of Florida, this sprawling resort is a premier destination for travelers seeking an electrifying casino experience, luxurious […]
Gambling With Credit on a Carnival Cruise
Carnival presents interesting opportunities to gamble using credit cards and gain a net advantage. I will share my experience from a February 2025 Carnival Panorama cruise, how I got an edge in the casino, and why I favored Video Poker over table games, notably Blackjack. While playing, instead of using hundred dollar bills, I initiated […]
A Long Road Of Constantly Getting The Most Vegas Out Of Vegas
It sucks not being price sensitive. It’s not that I don’t care about high prices. I just know how and where to spend my money to get the best value. It doesn’t take much research or planning but it does take some time to know how and when to get the best bang for your […]
Las Vegas: Great Value During my January 2025 Las Vegas Trip
In a recent episode of the Yo-11 Podcast, Michael Trager asked, ‘Will you visit Las Vegas less often in 2025 than in previous years?’ Some on X responded that they will visit Las Vegas less often in 2025 because of ‘decreasing value’ and ‘cost.’ I plan on visiting Las Vegas more than five times in […]
