Casino Comps Secrets

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I have been a professional Advantage Player of casino games for almost 20 years. And during this time I have gotten casinos to comp me Suites, five stars gourmet meals, concert tickets and even flights to and from casino gaming cities like Atlantic City and Las Vegas. A common question I get from novice players is how to get casinos to give you luxurious comps. It is pretty simple if you know how the system works. In this article I'll tell you not only how the system works, but also how to exploit it so that you can get the maximum benefit from it.

1 – Play Slot Machines. The house edge is one factor that casinos use to determine how much you should be comped. Gambling venues are willing to give out more rewards to players who take a greater risk. But casinos don't meticulously tailor rewards to every game's house edge. That's where casino comp points come in. Some online casinos have them; some don't. So, if you find a casino that does, it's a way of earning rewards every time you play with your hard-earned cash. Today we're going to take you through precisely how they work, and we may even have some casino comps secrets. Perhaps the most important out of all of the casino secrets is this: you are a guinea pig in an ongoing experiment. Casinos need to constantly seek improvement to keep up with competition, and they have everything they need. Now I'm going to share with you the secrets of getting much more than you deserve in comps. Most of these secrets are only known by me and everyone I've ever talked to about comps. But some of the following secrets are actually being revealed here for the first time because that's the kind of guy I am – a blabbermouth! Secrets to Getting More Casino Comps – part 2. This is the second part of a two-part video where Steve and Matt Bourie, from the American Casino Guide, explain how the casino comp system works and how to exploit it. Here, in part two, they provide five examples of ways to get extra comps.


There are five steps to get casino comps:

  1. Get a partner
  2. Make it look like you are betting more than you are
  3. Make it look like you are playing longer than you are
  4. Make it look like you are losing more than you are
  5. Make it look like you are a degenerate gambler
Even the most novice casino gambler knows that what a casino gives you in terms of comps is a direct result to how much you are betting, how much you are playing and how much you are losing. These are pretty straight forward steps. But how can we achieve these 5 stated objectives?


STEP 1: GET A PARTNER

The first step to maximizing your comps is to get a partner. A wife, a girlfriend or a friend each work well. You and your confederate will play games with offsetting bets.This means that when you win your partner loses and vice versa. This is easily done in games like Roulette where one player can bet red and the other bets black or one can bet the 1-18 wager and the other bets the 19-36 bet. Similarly this can be done in Craps where one player bets the Pass Line and the other bets the Don't Pass Line. This approach will minimize losses but won't eliminate them completely. On average the offsetting roulette bet will be a wash 36 of 38 spins on a double zero wheel and 36 out of 37 times on a single zero wheel. For the offsetting bets in Craps you will lose half of the total bets wagered 1 in 36 rolls. This occurs when snake eyes (two one's) comes up on the come out roll. When this occurs, the Pass Line Loses, and the Don't Pass Line is a wash.


STEP 2: MAKE IT LOOK LIKE YOU ARE BETTING MORE THAN YOU ARE

The second step is to make a the pit bosses who are in charge of rating your play think that you are betting more than you are. This is not as difficult as it sounds. Pit bosses are lazy and they all pretty much hate their lives so fooling them is straight forward. Generally pit bosses are pretty busy pretending they are actually doing something, but this is just a ruse. They often just watch the first 2 or 3 bets of your action and fill it in this as your average bet. They will then forget about you until you leave. To capitalize on this all you have to do is have you and your ally make bigger bets for your first 3 or 4 bets. If you plan on betting a nickel chip regularly bet a $25 chip at the start and if you plan on betting a green chip regularly bet a $100 at the start. The offsetting bets will occur greater than 97% of the time so your loss on these is roughly $3 for a 100 bet and $0.75 for the $25 initial wager. This is a small price to pay for the higher rating you will receive on your remaining wagers.


STEP 3: MAKE IT LOOK LIKE YOU ARE PLAYING LONGER THAN YOU ARE

The next step in maximizing your comp rating is to make it look like you are playing a lot more then you are. To create this illusion you play on days and at times when the casino is crowded. This is usually in the evening of a weekend or over a major holiday, but at the very minimum you should play in the evening after 7pm. Locate a crowded Roulette or Craps table where there is a lot of action on it where you and your partner can exchange cash for chips. You and your partner should work out who will be betting which color, section of numbers or pass and don't pass line before hand. Each of you should be as far away from each other as possible as to minimize casino personal making a connection between the two of you. The crowded table serves two purposes, first it camouflages the player by just having them blend into the crowd, and it also allows the two players to wager every other bet or every third bet and not get noticed. To complete the deception you move your chips to various bets on the table and ultimately retract them from the felt prior to the dealer saying 'no more bets' in Roulette or before the shooter gets ready to roll the dice in Craps. No one, especially the pit boss, will notice that you are not making any bets, but you still get credit for the bet from the perspective of the comp system.


STEP 4: MAKE IT LOOK YOU ARE LOSING MORE THAN YOU ARE

The fourth step to hacking a casinos comp system is to make it look like you are losing more than you are. This can be done in several different ways and ultimately works best when you combine the methods. First, complain excessively to other players when you lose. This draws the attention of the pit bosses, and because casinos are places of social interaction you will blend right in. Pit bosses will give of a glare of satisfaction because they know you are destined to lose. Next employ a technique called 'rat holing chips.' This means you casually take chips from your stack and put them in your pocket, being careful not to draw attention to yourself in the process. This is done most effectively by palming chips and placing them into your pocket. When you 'color up' your chips to signal you are leaving the table you will display to the pit boss an amount that is less than you actually have. This shows to the pit boss that you lost more than you actually did. You then can cash out all your chips at the cashier cage. This leads to the next point: you should 're-buy in' with cash every time you step up to play at a new table. This gives the illusion that you are continuously losing when you play.


STEP 5: MAKE IT LOOK LIKE YOU ARE DEGENERATE GAMBLER

The final step to getting great comps from a casino is you have to make it look as if you are a degenerate gambler. This means going to your casino of choice with your partner 2 or 3 times a week. After you play for a while you will start receiving bonuses and free play vouchers in the mail. Depending on your level of play this can range anywhere from 10 dollars to 300 dollars. The best way to utilize these coupons is to use them in the higher denomination slot machines, mainly the $1 or 5$ slot machines. The high denomination machines have higher payback percentages then the lower denomination machines. To verify this you can go to the gaming board websites for the jurisdiction that you play in. They by law are required to list the payback percentages for each denomination machine. Also, these vouchers are treated just like cash by the comp system and because these machines are not subject to advantage play, those who play them are considered by the comp system and casino personal as pure gamblers. It also provides great cover for comp hustlers because according to the pit bosses Advantage Player's do not play slots.

SUMMARY

The methods here will cause you to hack the comp system and you will start accumulating some great comps, over time. The comp mailers are sent out approximately every month, so after this amount of time you will start receiving mailers for all sorts of goodies. If you live in town then you will get coupons for food, free play and show tickets. If you live out of town you will receive offers that include free nights at their resort and free play or match play. Every comp system is different but these are the expected perks. Some properties even offer a variety of house ware items for their local regulars. The possibilities are endless. If you are particularly anxious you can even track down a casino host and ask for a free meal and you will get it if you use these tactics. It's important to understand that you will lose a little bit of money, but you will more than make it up in comps. If you and your partner lose100 dollars between the two of you in a month but each of you get 600 dollars in comps over that same time period, it more than makes up for the loss. The field of economics teaches us there is no such thing as a free lunch, but using these methods you will get very close.

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So here's the thing: we have secrets about Las Vegas clubs. Quite a few actually and right now we're going to share our favorite and most shocking ones with you. Because well, we're nice like that. And also because we're on a mission to share our inside club knowledge so that you can have the best Vegas experience possible. Even if you think you know everything there is to know about the club scene in sin city, we're pretty sure you're going to be in for a surprise or two!

Oh, and before we spill the beans, let's not forget our shameless plug. We're here to help you understand Las Vegas clubs better, so if you any questions, contact Mike and me (I'm Jenna by the way) at (702) 816-6738, and we'll be happy to assist.

#1 Secrets Of Las Vegas Clubs: The Bathroom Attendant

The club restrooms hold a secret – every club bathroom in Vegas is equipped with a bathroom attendant. Now it's not the bathroom attendant that's the secret. It's what they can do for you that is.

You may think that an attendant's job is to make sure everything is neat and tidy. And it is. But the real secret lies in their hidden stashes. Let's start with the guys first.

Men's Room

You can get some pretty sweet hook-ups in the men's room. Tip the attendant, and you'll land yourself cigarettes, mints, and colognes. There are even hidden cabinets filled with designer colognes. A tip can score you a spray or two from one of these. They also have condoms, mouthwash and cigars from Cuba. (Mike recommends asking about Montecristo and Cohiba cigars as some clubs have these.) Additionally, if your cell phone battery is running low, check with the bathroom attendant to see if they can charge it for you while you party. Just make sure you tip them.

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Ladies' Room

The girls' bathroom secret stashes are just as good as the guys'. My favorite amenity of ladies' club bathrooms are the shoes. If your feet are killing you from dancing or standing all night, then head to the woman's bathroom and talk with the attendant about purchasing some. A lot of the clubs have multiple options available so you can pick your style.

For example, Marquee has ballet flats as well as flip-flops. I find that purchasing ballet flats is a better option because they provide a small amount of protection in case someone steps on your toes. Additionally, they quickly fold up in your purse and are perfect for your next night out. The shoes go for around $15 – $20. Not a bad deal when you're in pain.

In addition to shoes, you'll also find candies and mints, hairspray, bandages, hair ties and of course feminine products. Some bathrooms have a place to charge your phone too.

#2 Secrets Of Las Vegas Clubs: Tipping

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In addition to the bottle service minimum that Las Vegas clubs charge there are also service, tax, and tip fees. If we combine these costs, the percentage works out to be somewhere around 35% of the bottle service minimum. This means that if you book a $1,000 table, the total cost will be about $1,350. The fees may show as a single line item on your bill, or they may be broken out individually showing the exact dollar amounts of each charge.

Some clubs though will leave a gratuity field blank so that you can write in a tip amount yourself. Royal ace casino download. If this is the case at your club, be sure to carefully review your bill to make sure you're not paying a gratuity twice. In our example, the total charge should be $1,350. If it's 15 – 20% less, then the tip hasn't been included yet. If it's already $1,350, then you're not required to pay an additional tip.

If you're worried that you won't be able to comprehend your bill by the time the night is over, talk to your server at the start of the evening. She'll be able to tell you if the tip will be included in the bill.

Host, Busser, and Security Gratuity

All that said, it's important to point out that the host, busser and security staff are excluded from the tip in the 35% charge. So if you think your host has done an epic job, your busser has been extra tidy or if the security team has excelled in keeping unwanted guests away then do them a solid and throw some cash their way. Even a little bit is appreciated as these folks rarely get recognized for all the hard work they do. Handing the tip to them is the way to go here as adding it to the bill may result in it going to the waitress only.

#3 Secrets Of Las Vegas Clubs: Complimentary Bottles

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Ladies' Room

The girls' bathroom secret stashes are just as good as the guys'. My favorite amenity of ladies' club bathrooms are the shoes. If your feet are killing you from dancing or standing all night, then head to the woman's bathroom and talk with the attendant about purchasing some. A lot of the clubs have multiple options available so you can pick your style.

For example, Marquee has ballet flats as well as flip-flops. I find that purchasing ballet flats is a better option because they provide a small amount of protection in case someone steps on your toes. Additionally, they quickly fold up in your purse and are perfect for your next night out. The shoes go for around $15 – $20. Not a bad deal when you're in pain.

In addition to shoes, you'll also find candies and mints, hairspray, bandages, hair ties and of course feminine products. Some bathrooms have a place to charge your phone too.

#2 Secrets Of Las Vegas Clubs: Tipping

Server Gratuity

In addition to the bottle service minimum that Las Vegas clubs charge there are also service, tax, and tip fees. If we combine these costs, the percentage works out to be somewhere around 35% of the bottle service minimum. This means that if you book a $1,000 table, the total cost will be about $1,350. The fees may show as a single line item on your bill, or they may be broken out individually showing the exact dollar amounts of each charge.

Some clubs though will leave a gratuity field blank so that you can write in a tip amount yourself. Royal ace casino download. If this is the case at your club, be sure to carefully review your bill to make sure you're not paying a gratuity twice. In our example, the total charge should be $1,350. If it's 15 – 20% less, then the tip hasn't been included yet. If it's already $1,350, then you're not required to pay an additional tip.

If you're worried that you won't be able to comprehend your bill by the time the night is over, talk to your server at the start of the evening. She'll be able to tell you if the tip will be included in the bill.

Host, Busser, and Security Gratuity

All that said, it's important to point out that the host, busser and security staff are excluded from the tip in the 35% charge. So if you think your host has done an epic job, your busser has been extra tidy or if the security team has excelled in keeping unwanted guests away then do them a solid and throw some cash their way. Even a little bit is appreciated as these folks rarely get recognized for all the hard work they do. Handing the tip to them is the way to go here as adding it to the bill may result in it going to the waitress only.

#3 Secrets Of Las Vegas Clubs: Complimentary Bottles

Yes, it's true. In Las Vegas, you can get free bottles at clubs! There are two main ways to do this – you either know someone that works in the industry or you're a group of ladies. But, sometimes guys can get in on the action too. Check out our full article on how to land free bottle service here.

Complimentary Bottles For Guys

If you're a guy, making friends with a local that works in the industry can get you invited to an 'industry comp.' Industry comps are offered to the men and women that work in the Las Vegas day and nightclubs. And these folks are required to go to a club on their day off to show their support.

For example, let's say club A invites the staff of club B (i.e., VIP hosts, bussers and cocktail waitresses) to their venue on a Monday night. Club A will provide club B with a free table and alcohol. Club A does this because it brings in a good-looking crowd, helps with referral business and makes the club look packed on slower nights. Keep in mind that industry comps are only available Sunday through Thursday which are generally less crowded than Friday and Saturday evenings.

Although the industry table is technically free, you'll need to chip in on the tip. Tipping $100 per bottle is standard for an industry comp. For instance, if there are five people at the table then you'll want to contribute $20 for each bottle.

Complimentary Bottles For Ladies

If you're a lady, you may be able to land a complimentary table. Sometimes showing up early to a club can land you a free table for a few hours if not for the entire night. You can also reach out before you arrive in town to see if there are any comp tables available for the night you're interested in going. Hammer of thor online. You'll want to contact a club's VIP host or promoter to find out more information.

Keep in mind that the clubs with the most sought after DJs may not offer any comps as their bottle service tables sell out quickly.

Another way to land a complimentary bottle is to have a large social media following. The clubs will sometimes give out free tables to people that are social media influencers. You'll need to reach out to a VIP host before coming to a club so that they can take a look at your following and line up a table for you. And, of course, you'll need to post while you're at the club too.

#4 Secrets Of Las Vegas Clubs: Girl Guys

Girl guys (also known as girl wranglers) are hosts that bring women to tables. Girl guys specialize in finding companions to party with you. If you take care of a girl guy with a decent tip, they'll make sure they bring the best eye candy available. There's usually a wrangler at each club, but again this service is only available for those making bottle service reservations.

If you're a woman, girl guys can certainly work in your favor as well. One of their primary job responsibilities is to maintain a database of attractive ladies. Girl guys can grant you complimentary dinners and sometimes even complimentary hotel rooms to groups of women in exchange for partying at their clubs. For example, if you agree to partying at Hakkasan, Jewel and Omnia, a girl guy might be able to arrange a free hotel room at MGM.

Girl guys can also take you to a client's table where you can drink for free or perhaps land a complimentary table for your group.

#5 Secrets Of Las Vegas Clubs: Free Limo Rides

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Almost all of the strip clubs in Las Vegas offer complimentary limo rides to their club. To schedule your free limo, all you need to do is call the strip club at least 30 – 45 minutes in advance of your pick-up time, and you're ready to go. Alternatively, feel free to reach out to us at (702) 816-6738, and we can schedule everything for you too. We also have special drink and bottle deals as well. The strip clubs only pick up from hotels near or on Las Vegas Blvd. so keep that in mind when planning your trip.

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Additionally, we always recommend tipping the limo driver since the ride is free. Even with a tip, it works out to be cheaper than an Uber or a Lyft (especially with large parties). The strip clubs don't usually provide transportation back but you can always ask, or if you agree to a certain spend amount then they'll most likely work out complimentary transportation back to your hotel.

#6 Secrets Of Las Vegas Clubs: Secondary Seating

If you show up to a club after it's been open for awhile, you may score secondary seating. This is when a club offers discounted pricing for bottle service. Yes, you read that right.

Here's how it works – if you arrive at a club late (like anytime after 2:30 pm for a pool party or 1:30 am for a nightclub) table prices might be lower. Sometimes even cut in half. Of course, it depends on how busy the club is that night and if people have left already. On some nights though, secondary seating may not be available. You'll want to connect with one of the club's VIP hosts to get in on these deals.

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