Slots Advantage with Cowboy Slots

 

Welcome Once Again to Vegas Reviews and Traveling Chef Bari. Today’s blog is about COWBOY SLOTS. 

In the past weeks before heading to Vegas, I’ve been diligently listening to Tech Slots  “Cowboy Slots” who provide expert advice to us Casino Gamblers. As said on their website “Brantley started Cowboy Slots in February of 2022 on YouTube with the goal in mind to educate people on casino operations and make it fun and FREE!” 
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Brantley and Co-Host Mark give informative vlogs and YOUTUBE videos showcasing smart gambling, giving you a better edge when playing slot machines in the Casino. This does NOT mean or EXPRESS the thought you will WIN ; only educating YOU ( the Player) about Slot machines and how there’s a classification of HIGH and LOW volatility ; meaning you want to play LOW volatility type of slot machines to bring back better odds towards your Casino Gambling Fun. HOWEVER— keep in mind, you could follow all these educating tips and still lose to the HOUSE ( The Casino ) . Remember to only gamble with money as entertainment that you know you most probably will lose anyway. Gambling is just another means of entertainment, like going to the movies or watching hockey. 

Bottom line: The Casino will always WIN in the end. Never ever go gambling thinking you’ll win money. Never ever bet your life savings or  house and kids college education on the possibility you will win the lottery or “WinFall”. It’s just entertainment— that’s it ! 

Disclosure:  Cowboy Slots™ is a legally Registered Trademark of Popp Media Group. All Rights Reserved. The use of any portion of our name, logo, or content is prohibited and may result in legal action.

NOW that you totally understand where I’m coming from, listening to Cowboy Slots advice, here’s a list of DO’s and DON’T’s and methods of MAYBE bettering your edge while gambling. In other words : GAMBLING SMART 

Throughout Cowboy Slots videos here’s a little of what he advises: 

1. Whatever money ( for entertainment) you have to play for the SLOTS that DAY , be sure to do it in sessions. For example: Let’s say I have $500 to spend for entertainment on SLOTS that one particular DAY. Divide your $500 into $100 sessions. As Brantley and Mark say,” After each session, remove yourself from the casino and do something else, like have lunch at a restaurant. “ This way, you won’t be caught up in the action. It will give you time to think what will be better for YOU instead of the CASINO. 
2. FIRST SESSION :  With $100 - look for : 25 cent machine w/ 5 credits max bet. You will play max. OLD SCHOOL SLOTS - such as 👇: 

TRIPLE STARS

TRIPLE  DOUBLE DIAMOND

WILD CHERRIES 

ABSOLUTELY NO PROGRESSIVE GAMES

KEEP AWAY FROM PENNY SLOTS 

STEP ONE : The goal here is to only double your money and walk away. IF you are lucky and you DOUBLE YOUR MONEY Be sure to place that winning $100 in your pocket and continue playing with the $100 you just played with. 

3. SESSION 2 or STEP TWO :  You are now going to play with $200 ( which means you’re using money from your original $500 Cash Limit.  NOW - We are moving  up the denomination. It’s time to find a ONE DOLLAR MACHINE and start playing only SINGLE CREDIT BETS. The  goal here is to DOUBLE YOUR MONEY. In effect  your $200’s will hopefully become $400. To be safe, set a walk away plan set at $100, ( In other words, if you keep losing, only go down to $100 and walk away. If this happens start back at STEP ONE ) 

[ Remember to step away and leave the Casino. Head to the pool instead for a couple of hours] 

4. SESSION 3 or STEP THREE Once you have $400 ( if not, go back to STEP ONE. Now you’re ready to move onto $5 machine — only playing single credits 

Set aside $200 and only play with $200. Key is DOUBLE your winnings once again. 

[ Reminder : You should have $300 cash placed away in your safe. Never touch this . It’s your winnings to take home. 

YOU SHOULD HAVE $600 ( $400 + $200 ) in your payroll now. 

[ Remember to step away and leave the Casino. Head to the restaurant for Dinner for a couple of hours] 

5. SESSION 4 or STEP FOUR - NOW PLAY HIGH LIMITS 

The Risk is higher now - make a choice to stop with $600 or keep going. Once again- set aside $100 and play with $500 .Now find a $10 SLOT MACHINE- single bet only. 

GOAL : Hit Hand-pay  if possible 

Want more advise and education from an expert ? Head over to Cowboy Slots YOUTUBE Channel.

THINGS TO KEEP IN MIND 

Play low volatility — meaning smaller hits but more advantage to players and always play Max Bet.

See if you can find these low volatility Slot machines below 👇

1. The Best TOP DOLLAR - 5 Lines Single Top Dollar
2. DOUBLE TOP DOLLAR ( 2 Credit Version is much better)
3. TOP DOLLAR PREMIUM 
4. MEGA MOOLAH 
5. DOUBLE DIAMOND 💎 💎 ( Best Pick )
6. DOUBLE CHERRY 
7. JACKPOT PINBALL 
8. TRIPLE STAR 
9. DOUBLE CHILI MANIA
10. DOUBLE JACKPOT QUICK HIT HIGH LIMIT EDITION
11. CHINA SHORES
12. THE ORIGINAL BUFFALO 
13. DANCING DRUMS
14. BLACK DIAMOND 
15. TRIPLE DOUBLE DIAMONDS ( this is only the Penny version suggested)

If you can find it - 5 Line TOP DOLLAR ( RARE) 

TABASCO ( DOLLAR MACHINE- RARE TO FIND)

SLOTS NOT TO PLAY 

• HUFF AND PUFF 
• Stay away from THEMED GAMES 
• WHEEL OF FORTUNE 
• DRAGON LINK / LIGHTENING LINK 
• EAGLE BUCKS 

My Vegas Review for Cowboy Slots is : GRADE A . Top score ! His advice is exactly as he states with truthful helpful information, educating you about SLOT MACHINES with his valuable information for FREE.  Heading to Vegas to play the Slots ? Head over to Cowboy Slots first ! 

Disclaimer : The above strategies are NOT guaranteed and only play with money YOU KNOW YOU WILL LOSE. Remember — Playing at any casino is strictly for ENTERTAINMENT PURPOSES ONLY 

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The Close Relationship of Vegas Resorts & Players Card

 

You Get What You Pay For 

If anyone’s interested, the red marker on the photo, showcases where we were staying at the Encore Tower in May 2022.  We had a great view of Resorts World , the North of the Vegas strip, and we could also see Circa Las Vegas ( Downtown Las Vegas). 

 

The Wynn is indeed a beautiful resort. What makes them stand out,  are the details to the rooms and service.  Service and your comfort in your room is everything. 

 

Are Premium Resorts  expensive? 

 

If you compare The Wynn to , let’s say Cosmo, Resorts World, The Venetian and Palazzo ( you can see on the photo, it’s next door to the Wynn ) The Bellagio , ARIA and Mandalay Bay, they are all similar in price.  You can get a room with the said Vegas Resorts for the same or comparable price from $119 - $136 per night. Of course, this is on the assumption you have their Resorts Players Card. If you just went online to purchase a room WITHOUT the Players Card,  expect to pay $350 per night. 

 

So, you see, how important the Players Card are ? 

 

The Players Cards are free, and with some, you can request a card online,  on their website. With these cards, you will receive room and entertainment offers in your email throughout the year. IF you gamble in their casinos ( depending how much you gamble ) you can get complimentary ( known as COMPS) , such as, rooms free of charge, plus cash credits. For example, at the Wynn Resort we received 3 free nights and $250 cash worth of credit.  Most will think I gamble a lot, but that is so far from the truth. In the 6 days we are in Vegas, we play $600 — tops ! For the whole six days. 

 

I know some Vegas lovers that will spend $3500 for the same period of time. We are retired and NOT wealthy, in any means. We only play what we can afford, which is $600 for the whole trip. This may sound like chump change, but it’s enough for the Resort  to notice, we were in their casino. 

 

“The trick, William Potter, is not minding that it hurts.”

 

― T.E Lawrence

 

Yes. There’s a trick. This only works with Resorts you haven’t stayed at yet. This part is very important— once you stay there, and you still aren’t gambling big, they will also notice and not offer as big as they did when you weren’t a guest at their resort. 

 

Example: Now that we have stayed at The Wynn ( because they noticed our low gambling strategy) they now offer lower deals. The Wynn now  offering us rooms at $109 per night with only $125 credit. 

 

You may ask , “Why is that ? “ 

 

Why would they give you higher COMPS when you haven’t stayed there yet, compared to lower COMPS, when you you have stayed in their resort. It’s simple logic— they want your business. 

 

Once you’re a guest of their Resort, you will spend more money on restaurants, entertainment and hopefully gambling. It’s true. You’ll spend money on their property, from restaurants to lounging at the pool. Their motto is,” No matter where you are on their property, you will spend $60 - $400 every time you do something. 

 

For example: I am conservative with  spending money, so I head to the pool. The pool oasis is great, but, trust me, you will get thirsty and hungry. BAM ! You unconsciously spend money. Their drink prices are designed to pay, while you lounge at the pool. Drinks will cost from $15 - $38 per drink. 

 

But, hey ! Look at it this way. After all, you are on holidays and you want to pamper yourself. Otherwise, what’s the point— right ? 

 

In comparison to Resorts in Canada, Vegas still comes out way ahead. In Banff, you can spend $650 - $1100 per night.  That is just the room ! In Canada, it’s expensive to stay at any of our resorts, in  comparison to Vegas Resorts. In any Canadian Resort , it will cost two guests $3600 , just for the weekend ! 

 

So, you seeing the picture now ? 

 

In Las Vegas, you can spend 6 - 7 days for the same price, and that includes the flight ! Some may spend more, but NOT much more. This is why Vegas is the worlds hotspot for vacations. Their marketing plan is simple : Get them to Las Vegas and they will spend the money. It’s a matter of getting them there first. So, what do they do ? They offer great room prices and cash incentives. 

 

Brilliant ! 

 

Their marketing team are the best in the world. 

 

Wynn Resorts Worldwide , Limited Reports First Quarter 2022 Results : Operating revenues were $953.3 million for the first quarter of 2022, an increase of $216.7 million, from $736.7 million for the first quarter of 2021. 

 

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“Wynn Palace Operating revenues from Wynn Palace were $163.3 million for the first quarter of 2022, a decrease of $74.0 million from $237.3 million for the first quarter of 2021. Adjusted Property EBITDA from Wynn Palace was $(0.9) million for the first quarter of 2022, compared to $27.4 million for the first quarter of 2021. VIP table games win as a percentage of turnover was 2.05%, below the property's expected range of 3.1% to 3.4% and below the 4.38% experienced in the first quarter of 2021. Table games win percentage in mass market operations was 20.9%, below the 21.7% experienced in the first quarter of 2021.” 

 

Notice the gambling percentages did NOT reach their prospective range of 3.1 % to 3.4 % . It was a turnover of 2.05 % . Because their projection is lower this quarter, I expect their gambling machines will be at a lower payback then, say, in September, for example.  We like to say,” Looks like the slots are tight”. Which means, expect lower payback.

For example: Slot machines at the Palm, Las Vegas have an higher return on your money, at a RTP of 94%. 

What does RTP mean ? 

Simply means “Return to Player “ You have a higher chance of getting a better return on your money. 

Read here for detailed explanation —

In layman’s terms — We say the slot machines are loose.

So — tight means less payout and loose means higher payouts. However, that  does NOT mean you won’t loose money. You must play conservative with only the money YOU are willing to LOOSE.  Think of it as entertainment for the night.  Any kind of entertainment will cost you something.  Just remember that,  and any winnings, will be a BONUS. NEVER EVER spend any money you can’t afford to loose. 

Another important thing about staying at your Resort in Vegas. Be damn sure, after you check-in, go to the Players Club Kiosk and LINK your room stay with your card. I too have made this mistake and wonder why I didn’t receive many comps when I get back home. 

In Conclusion: 

Las Vegas Resorts are your best bet in enjoying your vacation at a cost suitable for your lifestyle. Never go over your limit, no matter what. Only spend what you can afford and keep enjoying Vegas, my Vegas friends. 

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Cheers !

Travelling Chef Bari

Vegas Tips 2023

 

My goodness! It’s already the end of January 2023. Time is flying by fast and it’s time to start planning your next Vegas trip. Before you head to Vegas, don’t miss out on this most valuable tip by Josh and Rachel on how to maximize your #rewardsprogram card, benefiting your stays in Las Vegas Resorts.

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Oscars Steakhouse, Plaza Hotel and Casino and Fremont St

 

This past May 2022 we finally made it back to Vegas due to the COVID restrictions throughout our world. Three years later, we landed in our playland, Las Vegas. 

This time, we spent more time downtown Las Vegas, then on the strip. However, we did stay at The Wynn in the Encore Towers, simply because it was on our list of resorts to stay at before the epidemic broke out. 

We have so many new and established resorts to try out ; and the list keeps getting longer. For one, we like to stay at : 

1. Plaza Hotel and Casino
2. Circa, Las Vegas
3. The Cosmopolitan, Las Vegas
4. Mandalay Bay 
5. Resorts World

As you already know, we’re from Canada, so visiting Vegas can be a costly adventure, due to rising gas prices. Flights are constantly rising in Canada, making our trips fewer then past visits. Patricia and I have been going to Vegas since the late 1980’s ; back then, we would visit Vegas two or three times a year. 

Interesting fun fact : In the ‘80’s we had to take a flight to Salt Lake City, then to Las Vegas. Today, we are spoiled with direct flights from major cities in Canada. 

The costs are going up, but Vegas Resorts are doing everything in their power to invite you. They are using comps or great room rates, to entice you to stay on their property. 

Downtown Las Vegas isn’t any different. 

Oscars Steakhouse and Plaza Hotel and Casino

During our latest visit, we had to go Downtown Las Vegas ( #DTLV ) to see all the improvements in the past five years. Sad to say, it’s been five years since we went down Fremont Street. Fortunate, we were also invited by CEO Jonathan Jossel of The Plaza Hotel and Casino to celebrate our 43rd anniversary at Oscars Steakhouse.  Both, Patricia and I are indeed grateful ; this is what we said :

“ I would like to personally thank plaza  CEO Jonathan and Oscars professional staff for a wonderful Anniversary dinner on May 28th 2022.   The 14 oz Steak with Béarnaise sauce and the 16 oz Prime Rib with Au jus,  were both presented to perfection 🙌 . 

We also had the privilege to meet Manager James Phillips. 

On top of the great dinner, Johnathan presented our 43 rd Anniversary above Oscars in neon lights, “ Happy 43 rd Anniversary Bari and Patricia”. 🥂 Can you imagine the surprise to see our names in neon lights. 

WOW ! We are both so humbled and grateful for the special attention that was given to us by Johnathan and the hardworking hospitality team of Chefs, maître d' and servers.  Bravo ! 👏👏👏

Truly, the menu is outstanding and I would highly recommend your next special occasion at Oscars Steakhouse, The Plaza Hotel and Casino. 

Oscars Steakhouse dining atmosphere is simply superb, overlooking Fremont Street, adding to a tranquil evening with your partner. Make your next occasion by reserving with Oscar Downtown Las Vegas. 

Thank you so much Johnathan 🙏 

Vegas Reviews / aka Bari and Patricia “

The time and detail to our anniversary at Oscars Steakhouse is indeed special to us, and we will remember it forever. 

Did you know Plaza Hotel and Casino officially turned 50 years old on July 2, 2021 ? 

History of Plaza Hotel 

The downtown property was once known as The Union Plaza, when it opened its doors on July 2, 1971, referred to the Union Pacific railroad station. Since then, the Plaza has gone through amazing changes from the past to present, thanks to CEO Jonathan Jossel  and UK investors. Jonathan and his diligent team have turned Plaza around for the better, understanding his customers to the T. 

Simply a genius to have lawyer Oscar Goodman promote the Oscars Steakhouse, featuring “Oscars Dinner Series” on a monthly bases. We all heard of Oscar Goodman, past mayor of City of Las Vegas, plus he was an attorney defending clients, such as Chicago mobster, Anthony “ Tony the Ant” Spilotro. You must of seen the movie “ Casino” where the character Nicky Santoro was in fact based on Spilotro, by the one and only, incredible actor, Joe Pesci. 

Did you know Oscar Goodman did cameo appearances too ? 

Mr Goodman also invited the actors of Casino to his home, for a nice celebration dinner of the movie. I hear Oscars neighbour, Steve Wynn wanted to crash the party - lol. 

With all the recent improvements to the Plaza Hotel and Casino, it’s clear, Vegas Lovers groups, like us are sure to stay and spend our vacations. Just recently, the famous “Vegas Confessions Podcast” Julian Romero stayed at Plaza Hotel to give his podcast listeners an inside view of the Plaza. It will be interesting to see his take. 

But wait ! There’s more ! Did you know Johnathan and his team also have a Podcast called,” On the Corner of Mainstreet Podcast “. Here’s the inside scoop : 

“ On the Corner of Mainstreet Podcast provides an inside scoop on everything Downtown Las Vegas. From gaming and special events to new projects and the growing art scene, hear straight from the amazing people who are making downtown Las Vegas a unique and fast-growing destination. Recorded at the Plaza Hotel & Casino – on the corner of Main Street – Plaza CEO Jonathan Jossel will be joined by special guests, including gaming industry leaders, entertainers, local officials and downtown partners, who will share their own exclusive and often entertaining perspective on where Vegas got its start and where it’s going now.

Hosted by Lisa Melmed, Johnathan Jossel and Gary Vickery. “ 

Tune into “ On the Corner of Mainstreet Podcast to learn everything that’s happening in Downtown Las Vegas. The introduction of the Podcast is very clever — hear it for yourself— Click HERE. 

There are so many cool things happening in Vegas, it’s hard to keep up. As a Vegas Lover, I’m always intrigued with the new changes, and look forward to my next stay in wonderful Las Vegas. Be sure, to make your next stay at The Plaza Hotel and Casino. As well, check out the mural artwork on the building and take a dip at the pool. Don’t forget to book a Cabana, it’s one of the better priced Cabanas around. 

I hope you enjoyed my latest blog about Downtown Las Vegas, Oscars Steakhouse and the amazing Plaza Hotel and Casino. Please take the time to join us all on Twitter : 

1. @plazapod ( On the Corner of Mainstreet Podcast )
2. @PlazaLasVegas ( The Plaza Hotel and Casino)
3. @JonathanJossel (CEO Jonathan Jossel ) 
4. @liisapphire 
5. @vegasreviewsvg - that’s me 
6. @Vegasconfesspod  ( Julian ) 

Cheers ! 

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Travelling Chef Bari 

Traveling Chef Bari

 

Hey There VegasLovers ! 

Everyone in the Vegas community know me as Traveling Chef Bari. My wife and I have been going to Vegas since the 1980’s. Our first stay was at Maxim Hotel, which today is the Westin Las Vegas Hotel & Spa. We also had the privilege to stay at Aladdin hotel in the 1990’s. Today, that hotel was transformed into Planet Hollywood. 

Since those earlier days, we’ve seen a lot of Las Vegas and stayed at pretty much , most of the resorts on the Vegas Strip. We are indeed Vegas Lovers, never getting tired of the same vacation, because Vegas is constantly changing, offering new entertainment, tours and resorts to visit. The newest resort on the block is, of course, Resorts World. 

Come join us on Twitter or FB. On Twitter you’ll get up to the minute Vegas Videos from our VegasLovers Group, showcasing everything Las Vegas, including the gambling at the casinos. If you don’t gamble, not a problem, Vegas offers everyone something different. Be sure to try out Vdara Hotel and Resort ; it’s a non-gambling resort. It’s sister resort, ARIA Resort and Casino offers an array of high end restaurants, plus quick grab-on-the-go. 

As a retired Chef I enjoy Vegas as any other foodie, but with a keen eye on perfection, which Vegas restaurants have proved themselves, over and over, again. So, I’m not there to be picky. On the contrary, I’m there to enjoy the labour of love, each Chef puts into their menu. Being a Chef, like any other profession, takes time and a lot of hard work and long tedious labour, in order to reach for the top. In Vegas, we have the top celebrity chefs showcasing their restaurants, such as Gordon Ramsey, Bobby Flay or  Chef Nobu Matsuhisa, (showcasing the art of sushi). The point is, Vegas is teaming with professional chefs ready to serve you an whole new experience with food and fine dining. 

Every time I visit their restaurants, I’m honoured to have the opportunity to experience their form of culinary art, knowing all to well, the hard work and time, it takes to be a Chef. 

About myself

 I’m a retired red seal chef with over 30 years of experience in the hospitality industry.  Before I started my career as a chef, I was once an architectural technologist for a good 8 years, working for UMA Underwood Engineering in architectural and urban planning ;  my personal highlight was planning for the Calgary Olympics. 

After 1987, the economy crashed ; it forced me to move my family as far as Saskatchewan to continue my career. Unfortunately work became so scarce, this company went bankrupt and had no choice but go back into the hospitality industry that my parents did, when owning their restaurant. 

Changing careers trying to support my family was indeed challenging.  I went into the apprenticeship program at a high end private golf course, working under French Chef, Marcel Paron and then Chef Angelo, struggling through the intense training throughout high end resort hotels to even more private golf clubs. Eventually I got my Red Seal in the cooking trade. Once that was done, I moved along the line, from Cook 1 , Cook 2 , Cook 3, Chef de Partie, Junior Sous Chef, Day Sous Chef to Executive Sous Chef. From there I went on to become a Chef for Private and Public establishments, including the armed forces as a Public servant Chef ( not military) at Lancaster Park. 

Before all of this, however, I was an architectural technologist — you never know how many careers you may end up having. In the end, you experienced both professions under your belt.  Today, I’m retired and guess what, I’m back to my college years writing science-fiction - lol 

I miss the architectural aspect but still admire the architecture, and, as it is, Vegas showcases an ample portion of architectural bliss. My playland is Las Vegas where I can enjoy the food and the architecture at the same time. 

In Conclusion: 

Hope you can join me on Twitter as a group of us VegasLovers showcase our fun thru Vlogs on YouTube, giving our personal experiences of resorts, food, entertainment and tours.

See YOU in Vegas ! 

Cheers ! 

Chef Bari 

Website: https://chefbari.com