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 […]