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 […]
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 […]
Gambling Onboard Margaritaville At Sea Islander Ship
The Margaritaville at Sea Islander balcony suite room exceeded my expectations, but the casino left some to be desired. I booked a comp cruise on the Margaritaville At Sea Islander ship through a promotion on their website asking for casino loyalty statuses and cruise offers. I submitted my MGM Platinum status (earned from MGM credit […]
VIDEO: Up Your Miles and Points Game at ZorkFest 2025!
In this short video, you’ll learn how Joseph Petrovic leveled up his miles, points, and gambling game at Zorkfest. Travel loyalty, casino loyalty, credit cards, and gambling with an advantage can open new opportunities for affordable and luxurious travel. Drawing from Joe’s personal experiences since 2018, learn how attending ZorkFest can transform your travel strategy. […]
DreamCard Video Poker: Jacks or Better with 10x Tier Credit Multiplier
I played DreamCard Video Poker at Harrah’s Atlantic City during a Caesars Rewards 10× Tier Credit multiplier—a key stop in my quest for Seven Stars status. I explain why I played during this promotion, DreamCard Video Poker, and situations where I deviated from the suggested DreamCard. Weeks ago, a host from Harrah’s Atlantic City invited […]
Tier Matching at Virgin Las Vegas: A Solid Value Play
During my recent trip to Las Vegas, I successfully matched my Caesars Rewards Diamond Elitestatus to Virgin Las Vegas’ Cherry Rewards All-Access tier—and I’m glad I did. As usual, I am eager to pursue tier matching opportunities to maximize value from the statuses Iearn through Video Poker play during Caesars Rewards 10x Tier Multiplier promotions, […]
Las Vegas Hotels DO NOT Have to be Expensive
Let’s break the myth that Las Vegas is an expensive destination. I give real-world, actionable hotel examples and options for my upcoming July-August 2025 Las Vegas vacation. Vegas Isn’t Just for High Rollers It pains me to read people spreading the myth that Las Vegas is expensive. In reality, Vegas is one of the best […]
Dining in Vegas with New Chase Sapphire Reserve Exclusive Tables Benefit
Las Vegas is a great choice for Chase Sapphire Reserve cardholders to extract value from thenew $300 Chase Sapphire Reserve Exclusive Tables benefit. With ties to Caesars Rewards,visitors will also earn Tier Credits and Reward Credits thanks to the Chase benefit. Recently, Chase announced a refresh of its Chase Sapphire Reserve credit card, adding manybenefits […]
Profit and Earn Status from Caesars Online Blackjack
Want to make money and earn Caesars Rewards Tier Credits playing online Blackjack?Caesars online gambling websites can turn small deposits into profit and status with low risk. Three Caesars-affiliated gambling websites – Horseshoe, Caesars Palace, and CaesarsSportsbook – in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Michigan, and possibly other states regularly offerprofitable promotions. ‘Casino bonus matches’ and ‘deposit […]
New Cruise Benefits with MGM Rewards Tier Credits, Comps, and More
MGM Rewards just upped the ante with additional cruise benefits. Gamblers booking Royal Caribbean and Celebrity Cruise ships with MGM Rewards can now earn MGM tier credits, MGM Rewards Points (comps), and Slot Dollars or freeplay in addition to cruise company loyalty program benefits. In March of 2025, MGM Rewards added a yearly comp cruise […]
Remembering Darryl McEwen
Darryl McEwen did a great job decoding the Caesars Rewards program (don’t dare say Total Rewards, especially years after the change, or Caesar’s Rewards) and organizing information, including promotions, in his newsletter. Sadly, as far as I know, casinos never hired him as a consultant, so he continued his work independently with the help of […]
Gambling on an Emerald Princess Cruise
Princess Cruises offers profitable gambling opportunities through Video Poker play funded by room charges and, potentially, the use of discounted Princess gift cards to offset gambling charges. You may also find additional value through Princess’ casino loyalty program. Although Princess’ Jacks or Better Video Poker games have about a 97% return to player (3% house […]
The Mystery Travel Rewards Card: Unveiling Exceptional Value
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MGM Launches ‘MGM Rewards Iconic’ Credit Card
After teasing a new premium credit card in a recent press release, MGM Rewards delivered on its promise with the MGM Rewards Iconic credit card, a new credit card offering incredible potential for status and comp earnings, especially for gamblers who can use the card to fund and play on BetMGM. In the past, I […]
Live! Philadelphia Resumes Tier Matching
Recently, Live! Casino in Philadelphia changed their tier matching rules to permit active and inactive players, a departure from their previous policy of only allowing new and inactive players. As an active Poker player at Live!, I was able to match my MGM Platinum status to Live! Black status. Notable Black card perks include a […]
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 […]
Don’t Hate Good Promotions, Embrace Them
I recently posted in the TravelZork Facebook group about an upcoming Caesars Rewards 10x Tier Credit Multiplier for in-person play, which should be available for all players at all Caesars casinos. Oddly, one person didn’t like this great promotion. One commenter bemoaned the promotion, claiming ‘status will be worthless’ and that he earned the status […]
Gambling Onboard Celebrity Silhouette
Onboard the Celebrity Silhouette cruise ship, there’s a good opportunity to play Video Poker with an edge thanks to credit card charges funding buy-ins. I’m currently onboard the Celebrity Silhouette cruise ship, thanks to a comp cruise offer that comes with earned MGM Platinum status. I earned status from spending on the MGM Mastercard credit […]
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 […]
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 […]
Points Strategy: Caesars Rewards 10x Tier Credit Multiplier
I took an extra trip to Las Vegas to take advantage of a generous Caesars Rewards Promotions January 20th-26th, 2025, 10x Tier Credit multiplier, a much higher multiplier than the usual 5x Tier Credit multiplier promotions. Here’s how I thought about and attacked this Caesars Rewards Loyalty Program promotion. Following Wyndham’s announcement that Caesars Rewards members […]
Using the Caesars Rewards Visa Credit Card to Earn Diamond Status
Following changes in status matching, particularly Wyndham Rewards no longer offering an easy path to Caesars Diamond status, status with Caesars Rewards has been more challenging to attain. However, the often overlooked Caesars Rewards Visa Credit Card offers a promising path to maintaining Caesars Rewards Diamond status with less gambling than is usually required. Although […]
Up to 45,000 Free Marriott Rewards Points Annually Through Social Media
Marriott Rewards is offering its members an opportunity to earn up to a maximum of 45,000 free points per calendar year by using social media — and although point bonuses have already been offered since the launch of the initiative, that is only the beginning.
Miles, Points and Travel “Habiliments” | Weekly Round Up
When I get a free moment, I sift through posts, blogs, PR, hyperbole and rumors, and share some of the best stuff. Think of this as an extension of your travel “habiliments.” (Or, just maybe someone bet me $100 I wouldn’t be able to work the word habiliment into a blog post this week… maybe..)
Miles, Points and Travel Hacks | Weekly Round Up
Welcome to the Miles, Points and Travel Hacks Weekly Round-Up for the week of December 11th Each week we sift through all of the posts, blogs, PR, hyperbole and rumors, boil it down and share the best stuff with you. It’s beginning to look a lot like…. that crazy rush at the end of the […]
Miles, Points and Travel Hacks | Weekly Round Up
Each week we sift through all of the posts, blogs, PR, hyperbole and rumors, boil it down and share the best stuff with you. Sales and more sales everywhere, but great deals are few and far between. But, there’s an internet that needs to be fed with new content. So, let’s get going.
Earn Up to 999 Free Miles & More Miles — or Possibly 60,000 More Miles
Act now to earn up to 999 free Miles & More miles through a promotion when you sign up for a trial of two weeks to the digital version of the Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung — otherwise known as F.A.Z — daily newspaper.
Miles, Points and Travel Hacks | Weekly Round Up
Each week we sift through all of the posts, blogs, PR, hyperbole and rumors, boil it down and share the best stuff with you. I’m exhausted from reading all of the Black Friday, Cyber Monday and Wait We’re Still Not Done sales info. But, there’s an internet that needs to be fed with new content. So, let’s get going.
Miles, Points and Travel Hacks | Weekly Round Up
Welcome to the Miles, Points and Travel Hacks Weekly Round-Up for the week of November 14th Each week we sift through all of the posts, blogs, PR, hyperbole and rumors, boil it down and share the best stuff with you. A very busy week in the world of Miles, Points and Travel Hacks. So, let’s […]
Miles, Points and Travel Hacks | Weekly Round Up
Welcome to the Miles, Points and Travel Hacks Weekly Round-Up for the week of November 7th Each week we sift through all of the posts, blogs, PR, hyperbole and rumors, boil it down and share the best stuff with you. A very busy week in the world of Miles, Points and Travel Hacks. So, let’s […]
Miles, Points and Travel Hacks | Weekly Round Up
Welcome to the Miles, Points and Travel Hacks Weekly Round-Up for the week of October 31st. Each week we sift through all of the posts, blogs, PR, hyperbole and rumors, boil it down and share the best stuff with you. A very busy week in the world of Miles, Points and Travel Hacks. Halloween wasn’t even the weirdest day of the week. So, let’s get going.
FoundersCard – Is This Deal Going Away in November?
The FoundersCard, an excellent program with a unique blend of airline, hotel, business and lifestyle benefits, has a deal that is rumored to be going away at the end of October.
Miles, Points and Travel Hacks | Weekly Round Up
Welcome to the Miles, Points and Travel Hacks Weekly Round-Up for the week of October 24th. Each week we sift through all of the posts, blogs, PR, hyperbole and rumors, boil it down and share the best stuff with you.
Linking Marriott and Starwood Accounts | Some Nice Benefits
By linking the accounts my lowly Marriott Silver status would be upgraded to match my not-so-lowly-but-nothing-to write-home-about Starwood Gold level.
Welcome! (another new blog!)
WELCOME! I hope to share my love of miles+points, as well as quirky travel and casino trivia. My goal is to provide unique content, written personally. I will also try to keep things brief and to the point. I have been following the miles+points world since the early 1980s (yes, I was only in my teens). […]