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In a previous article I explained that Casino Rate is a discounted room rate offered by the casinos. I gave you some tips for obtaining it by joining the Players Club and getting rated at the tables. Another way to obtain casino rate and save on airfare is to take advantage of a Travel or Vacation Package.
A package plan combines a casino room and airfare to give you savings on both. These packages sometimes include shows and other discounts to give you more savings. In many cases you will be able to pick up a package for the price you would pay for airfare alone. This is quite common for people traveling to Las Vegas. A little shopping around can save you a lot of money on your trip.
I am often asked if it is better to take a package deal or go to a casino and try to earn a room comp with play. This is entirely a personal decision that you must make. What is the main purpose of your trip? Are you planning on spending the majority of your time playing the games, or are you planning other activities? The length of your trip should also be a consideration.
One advantage of a vacation package is you are not obligated to give a casino a certain level of play per day. If you plan to do a lot of "Casino Hopping:" or site seeing you will not be locked into playing at only one casino. The disadvantage is that you will not be able to get comped for the room because it is paid for in advance with your package. You can however still earn food and show comps.
If this is your first trip to a gaming destination such as Las Vegas, I would recommend a package deal. This will allow you to visit different casinos. If you find one that you like you can give them the majority of your play. You may start receiving offers in the mail for discounted rooms on future visits. Or you can ask to speak to a casino host and make arrangements to call them before your next visit
There are many specials being offered all the time by different airlines and casinos and Internet sites. A good way to find these is to check with a travel agent, look in the Travel section of your local paper or surf the Internet.
If you don’t require airfare, you can still save money on rooms. Sometimes, room deals can be found on the casino’s web site. If you have a particular casino where you want to stay, you can check their website for any specials. The more money you can save on your vacation plans will increase the money you can take on vacation with you.
Until next time,
remember:
"Luck comes and goes...Knowledge stays forever."