Saying Goodbye To The Cosmopolitan As It Becomes An MGM Rewards Property

The Cosmopolitan is finally under the MGM Rewards umbrella. It only took a couple of years since MGM Resorts purchased the casino for this transition. So far I’ve seen mixed reviews from Cosmopolitan Identity Rewards members checking their MGM accounts. Some are seeing much better offers. Others, like me, have no offers, less free play, […]
Am I The Only Person With Mixed Emotions About The Mirage Closing?

The Mirage closed its doors for good this week and there have been many people mourning the loss. I feel strange because I’m not mourning the loss of The Mirage. I’m a moody person with big swings. This week the swings went from emotional to emotionless. I’ve had strong feelings about The Mirage closing for […]
Loyalty Card Pulling: Is it worth it?

I didn’t think in my late 40’s that I’d have to research a different kind of pull-out method, but, here we are. Card pulling–in the context of slot machines– is a tactic used by some players where they remove their loyalty card from the machine just before a bonus round or significant win. This article […]
The History and Culture of Fremont Street

Welcome to Fremont Street, the heart and soul of Las Vegas! While the famous Las Vegas Strip might have all the fancy hotels and huge casinos, Fremont Street is where the real magic of Las Vegas began. It’s full of history, bright lights, and fun things to do. Let’s take a journey through time and […]
Rio Rewards Overview

Rio Las Vegas is now an independently operated casino owned by Dreamscape Corp. This is the first time the casino-hotel isn’t under the Caesars Rewards umbrella in more than two decades. The casino now operates its loyalty program aptly named Rio Rewards. The property is just west of the Vegas Strip on Flamingo Rd. next […]
Fontainebleau Rewards

Before we get into Fontainebleau Rewards, let’s get you familiar with the only property where those rewards can be used. Fontainebleau Las Vegas is a 67-story, vertically integrated luxury resort on the north end of the Vegas Strip. After sitting dormant for over a decade, the big blue casino resort finally opened in Dec. 2023. […]
Steak Talk: The Strip’s Finest Steakhouses

Las Vegas is known for a lot of things, and to some, it is also known as a city where it’s easy to find a good steak. A really, good steak. The city boasts a wide range of high-end steakhouses, each offering a distinct dining experience. Here’s a look at some of the top steakhouses […]
Will Any Upcoming Casino Changes Make You Visit?

What Changes Matter In A Casino To Get Your Business? Will a slew of upcoming casino changes matter to you? Will a slew of upcoming casino changes matter to you? One of the great things about visiting Las Vegas is that there’s an experience for just about every budget and mood. The things that mattered […]
Achieving Balance in Your Gaming Life

For those of us who enjoy going to the casino, it’s good sometimes to pause and give some serious thought to our gaming life to better equip ourselves for future casino plans. When you visit casinos, are you happy with how much time and money you’re spending? Are you getting value? I’ll admit that when […]
Why You Should Work With A Travel Agent

If you’ve never used a travel agent, you could be missing out. Here are eight reasons why it might be advantageous for your next trip.