Enjoyed the report. Las Vegas is very much aimed at people to want to take things to excess 18 hours a day but glad to hear you had a good time.

The players cards you sign up for may net the average visitor a couple of free buffets during their stay, but that is about it. You are right… it takes thousands and thousands of dollars in “coin through” to get nice meals, shows, and rooms. (Coin through means how much you played, not how much you won or lost. If you are playing $2 per pull on a slot machine and you do 200 plays, that is $400 coin through).

It also depends on where you are staying or playing. Some of the mid-level casinos with mid-level shows and dining will usually garner quicker/easier comps.

Many people forget trying to get comps the old fashioned way (if playing a table game). If you’ve been playing for 2-3 hours and giving them some decent play (above the lowest table limit in the building), signal for the attention of the “pit boss” and tell him:

Hey, I’ve been playing $X amount a hand (or per roll of the dice) for the past three hours. Any chance you could take care of me for a bite at the buffet or coffee shop?

Worst they can say is no, but they want to keep you in the building. If they say no, cash out and take your action elsewhere. If they say yes, cash out but note you’ll be back after you eat.

Thanks again for sharing the report!

Ted Newkirk
Managing Editor
AccessVegas.com