How Casino Culture Impacts Local Tourism Around the World
Travelers love stories. When they hear about shimmering lights and the promise of easy luck, many add a casino stop to their itinerary. Over the past decade, curious tourists have begun mixing chips with digital coins. It is now common for a visitor to choose a bitcoin casino because it feels safer, and they often […]
Ellis Island And Rampart Casino Update Rewards Programs, Let’s Take A Look
Casino rewards are about personal choice and what you want. My needs as a Las Vegas local are different from when I was a tourist, and even then, my preferences changed over time. Unlike some casino-goers, we consider where we spend our money and what rewards we receive in return. There was a time when […]
When Compliance Fails Quietly: Why Bowyer Happened at Resorts World — and Likely Wouldn’t Have at Wynn
Last week’s Nevada Gaming Control Board hearing around Resorts World Las Vegas was one of those moments that quietly says a lot about how casino compliance actually works — and how it fails. The facts are now public. Resorts World agreed to a $10.5 million fine tied to its handling of an illegal bookmaker, Matthew […]
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 […]
Vegas News | Adios Cromwell and Blue Ribbon, Hello Vanderpump and Metallica!
We’re back on track for Vegas News in 2026! Casinos will begin reporting fourth-quarter and full-year earnings in a couple of weeks. As usual, Boyd will be the first to report on Feb. 5. Why does this matter to you? Because this is usually when we hear big announcements and new developments. The financial info […]
Luxurious Stays for the 2026 Winter Olympic Games
The 2026 Winter Olympic Games will bring the world’s attention to northern Italy, with events hosted across Milan and the alpine resort town of Cortina d’Ampezzo. While the competitions promise drama on ice and snow, travelers attending the Games will also find Italy’s luxury hospitality scene at its absolute best. From cosmopolitan Milan to the […]
Sometimes We Need To Reevaluate Our Gambling
Today is a personal tale based on a post I saw on social media earlier this week. Eventually, we all hit a bad place when gambling, and I thought I’d share my most recent experience. We’ll start with a little of my gambling history for those who aren’t familiar. Gambling Since Grade School I’ve been […]
Gambling Taxes After the One Big Beautiful Bill Act
Why records matter more than ever. Earlier this month, while I was presenting at ZorkFest, several attendees asked me about the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (H.R. 1, 119th Congress) and how it might change gambling taxes. My answer at the time was honest. I was cautiously optimistic that a legislative fix would undo the […]
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 […]
Vegas News | New MGM Rewards, New Restaurants, And A Boring Airport Update
12/12 While casino operators took time to celebrate the holidays, so did Vegas News. While there wasn’t much news, things definitely slipped past me, as well as many popular news outlets. Since it’s a light news week, I’ll share some quick hits from my recent visits to the Strip at the end. Well, it’s a […]