[vpFREE] Re: Council Bluff Casinos

 

If you stay at Horseshoe, you can choose on of their four partner hotels, since they don't have a hotel. These include, I think, Country Inn and Suites, Hilton Garden Inn, and a few others. These are nice hotels, with pools free internet, and next to the casino.

The Diamond Club at Horseshoe is nice but the food wasn't great the one time I was there. The Diamond Club at Harrah's takes up the whole third floor of the boat and is very spacious. Food is the same at both properties.

Harrah's is on a boat; Horseshoe is land based. Horseshoe is very easy to get to off I-80; Harrah's is about 1 mile further on city roads.

The 'Shoe is better in almost every respect, and is right next to the greyhound track. I would recommend it.

--- In vpFREE@yahoogroups.com, "Jean Scott" <queenofcomps@...> wrote:
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> We are taking a road trip to IN and PA, leaving next week, and thought we would use free 7* rooms on a one or two night stop-over rest in Council Bluffs. I didn't realize that there were two casinos there - Harrah's CB and Horseshoe CB. Since we have never been there, I would appreciate any input as to which one we should choose. Nicer rooms? Better VIP lounges, with better choice of "real" food? Not interested in gourmet restaurants - buffet choices?
>
> Is vpFREE2 up to date? I see that Harrah's has the higher EV VP choice although we probably won't be playing much.
>
> Brad used to like to watch the dogs race in Florida. Is the Shoe right at the Greyhound track.
>
> We are traveling I-80 and going to Hammond Horseshoe when we leave CB. Which one is nearest I-80 or is there not a big difference?
>
> Any other factors we should consider? TIA for any helpful info.
> ________________
> Jean $¢ott, Frugal Gambler
> http://queenofcomps.com/
> You can read my blog at
> http://jscott.lvablog.com/
>
>
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[vpFREE] Re: SP vs. The M. Was: New Game Suggestion for FrankNBobs

 

--- In vpFREE@yahoogroups.com, "5-card" <5-card@...> wrote:
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> Correction!! Reaches 101%
>

I stand corrected. I mistakenly copied something from the WRONG notes.

So .9% the game itself, plus .3% cashback, plus whatever bounceback, is still not too shabby.

And thanks for pointing out my error, 5-card. It is probably the first time in my life I have ever made a mistake, so I'm going to have to watch that shit from now on.

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[vpFREE] Re: SP vs. The M. Was: New Game Suggestion for FrankNBobs

 

--- In vpFREE@yahoogroups.com, "rob.singer1111" <rob.singer1111@...> wrote:
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> Not too shabby, of course. But she lost--as most people will who play these progressives, especially those who just drop in for a quick shot at them. If you don't have all day and night today, tomorrow and the next day with a $20,000 bankroll for quarters only, you're just going to be a major part of building the progressive jackpots for those who do.
>
>

I'm not going to argue the point ad nauseum, but playing ANY video poker game regardless of the pay table for a period less than a million hands is "statistically insignificant". I just cannot get into the mindset of walking away "winner" or "loser" for the day. It means nothing. I have NEVER thought like that, even when I was a teenager and still wet behind the ears. If the concept of a "winning day" is that important, then I recommend getting a job.

Even as a poker player "having a winning day" has never meant squat to me. Playing correctly and playing with a mathematical edge, is the ONLY thing that matters.

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[vpFREE] Legionnaires' Disease Bacteria Discovered at ARIA Resort

 

Legionnaires' Disease Bacteria Discovered at ARIA Resort

http://www.8newsnow.com/story/15082462/breaking-news

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Re: [vpFREE] Re: Social Security Card for Jackpot Wins?

 

$2,000, $20,000, $100,000....Doesn't matter.

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From: "pumsparky" <dianalnagy@aol.com>
To: <vpFREE@yahoogroups.com>
Subject: [vpFREE] Re: Social Security Card for Jackpot Wins?
Date: Thu, Jul 14, 2011 7:16 pm
I wouldn't carry the card. They just ask for your SS. Then again I only know about a 4K jackpot, others that play the big bucks would have to post.

--- In vpFREE@yahoogroups.com, "Bruno Flipper" <jimmccollum@...> wrote:

>

> I was watching ABC's Morning Show and they had a segment about what to carry in you wallet.

>

> I've always been told to have your Social Security Card for a big win and have always had it available. We have hit five digit jackpots without any problem by using the Social Security Card. With more and more discussions about Identity Thief, is it still a good Idea to carry the card with you. Our State doesn't have a SSN on the Drivers License and I certainly don't want any problems collecting a large jackpot, hitting them is hard enough.

>

> Any comments?

>

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[vpFREE] Re: Social Security Card for Jackpot Wins?

 

I wouldn't carry the card. They just ask for your SS. Then again I only know about a 4K jackpot, others that play the big bucks would have to post.

--- In vpFREE@yahoogroups.com, "Bruno Flipper" <jimmccollum@...> wrote:
>
> I was watching ABC's Morning Show and they had a segment about what to carry in you wallet.
>
> I've always been told to have your Social Security Card for a big win and have always had it available. We have hit five digit jackpots without any problem by using the Social Security Card. With more and more discussions about Identity Thief, is it still a good Idea to carry the card with you. Our State doesn't have a SSN on the Drivers License and I certainly don't want any problems collecting a large jackpot, hitting them is hard enough.
>
> Any comments?
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[vpFREE] Council Bluff Casinos

 

We are taking a road trip to IN and PA, leaving next week, and thought we would use free 7* rooms on a one or two night stop-over rest in Council Bluffs. I didn't realize that there were two casinos there - Harrah's CB and Horseshoe CB. Since we have never been there, I would appreciate any input as to which one we should choose. Nicer rooms? Better VIP lounges, with better choice of "real" food? Not interested in gourmet restaurants - buffet choices?

Is vpFREE2 up to date? I see that Harrah's has the higher EV VP choice although we probably won't be playing much.

Brad used to like to watch the dogs race in Florida. Is the Shoe right at the Greyhound track.

We are traveling I-80 and going to Hammond Horseshoe when we leave CB. Which one is nearest I-80 or is there not a big difference?

Any other factors we should consider? TIA for any helpful info.
________________
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http://queenofcomps.com/
You can read my blog at
http://jscott.lvablog.com/

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Re: [vpFREE] Re: Tunica Trip Report

 

The database makes it sound like it's close to the entrance, but it's not
(anymore?). All VP is either at (a) the bars or (b) in a big section, on the
right half of the casino, about 3/4ths of the way back. You can't miss it
since it's all together. There are a few banks of 6 - 3 on one side, 3
facing the opposite direction. It's one of those banks. The machines FACING
the FRONT of the casino are the 15/11 APDW. The machines facing the BACK of
the casino at the 15/9. Hope this helps, and good luck.

On Thu, Jul 14, 2011 at 3:55 PM, Victoria <vrupjackson@earthlink.net> wrote:

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> --- In vpFREE@yahoogroups.com, Jason Pawloski <jpawloski@...> wrote:
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> > Made my first trip to Tunica this weekend. Good video poker, bad
> everything
> > else...........
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> >
> Can anyone tell me where exactly these three machines are located at the
> Roadhouse? I plan to visit Tunica this weekend. I'd also welcome any tips on
> the Horseshoe since that is where I'll be staying.
> Thanks! Vic
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[vpFREE] Re: SP vs. The M. Was: New Game Suggestion for FrankNBobs

 

Not too shabby, of course. But she lost--as most people will who play these progressives, especially those who just drop in for a quick shot at them. If you don't have all day and night today, tomorrow and the next day with a $20,000 bankroll for quarters only, you're just going to be a major part of building the progressive jackpots for those who do.

--- In vpFREE@yahoogroups.com, "Bob Bartop" <bobbartop@...> wrote:
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> --- In vpFREE@yahoogroups.com, patricia swenson <jackessiebabe@>
> >  
> > We sat at three adjacent machines, each of us playing .25c 7/5JOB, with a $2995 RF meter. 
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>
>
> The game itself worth 1.5%, plus .3% cashback, plus whatever bounceback.
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> At least $20 an hour. Not too shabby.
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[vpFREE] Jean Scott's Frugal Vegas LVA BLOG - 14 JUL 2011

 

Jean Scott's Frugal Vegas LVA BLOG - 14 JUL 2011

"You Got Mail"

http://jscott.lvablog.com/?p=1440

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RE: [vpFREE] Re: SP vs. The M. Was: New Game Suggestion for FrankNBobs

 

Correction!! Reaches 101%

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From: vpFREE@yahoogroups.com [mailto:vpFREE@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of
Bob Bartop
Sent: Thursday, July 14, 2011 7:31 PM
To: vpFREE@yahoogroups.com
Subject: [vpFREE] Re: SP vs. The M. Was: New Game Suggestion for FrankNBobs

--- In vpFREE@yahoogroups.com <mailto:vpFREE%40yahoogroups.com> , patricia
swenson <jackessiebabe@...>
>
> We sat at three adjacent machines, each of us playing .25c 7/5JOB, with a
$2995 RF meter.

The game itself worth 1.5%, plus .3% cashback, plus whatever bounceback.

At least $20 an hour. Not too shabby.

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RE: [vpFREE] Re: SP vs. The M. Was: New Game Suggestion for FrankNBobs

 

25c 7/5 JB reaches 100% at $3,028.

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From: vpFREE@yahoogroups.com [mailto:vpFREE@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of
Bob Bartop
Sent: Thursday, July 14, 2011 7:31 PM
To: vpFREE@yahoogroups.com
Subject: [vpFREE] Re: SP vs. The M. Was: New Game Suggestion for FrankNBobs

--- In vpFREE@yahoogroups.com <mailto:vpFREE%40yahoogroups.com> , patricia
swenson <jackessiebabe@...>
>
> We sat at three adjacent machines, each of us playing .25c 7/5JOB, with a
$2995 RF meter.

The game itself worth 1.5%, plus .3% cashback, plus whatever bounceback.

At least $20 an hour. Not too shabby.

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[vpFREE] Re: SP vs. The M. Was: New Game Suggestion for FrankNBobs

 

--- In vpFREE@yahoogroups.com, patricia swenson <jackessiebabe@...>
>  
> We sat at three adjacent machines, each of us playing .25c 7/5JOB, with a $2995 RF meter. 

The game itself worth 1.5%, plus .3% cashback, plus whatever bounceback.

At least $20 an hour. Not too shabby.

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[vpFREE] Re: Social Security Card for Jackpot Wins?

 

The only casino I know that requires a social security card is Potawatomi in Milwaukee. If you don't carry it you can come back at a later date with it or have Fed. taxes withheld at a 28% rate.

--- In vpFREE@yahoogroups.com, "Bruno Flipper" <jimmccollum@...> wrote:
>
> I was watching ABC's Morning Show and they had a segment about what to carry in you wallet.
>
> I've always been told to have your Social Security Card for a big win and have always had it available. We have hit five digit jackpots without any problem by using the Social Security Card. With more and more discussions about Identity Thief, is it still a good Idea to carry the card with you. Our State doesn't have a SSN on the Drivers License and I certainly don't want any problems collecting a large jackpot, hitting them is hard enough.
>
> Any comments?
>

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Re: [vpFREE] Social Security Card for Jackpot Wins?

 

As others have said, you shouldn't need your SS card on you to get
paid for a jackpot. In my experience the only extra step this may
cause is that, in addition to the W2G, some places may ask you to fill
out a form W9, which is just a simple IRS form where you certify that
your SSN is what you say it is (it's a CYA for the casino). In
particularly annoying cases the casino policy may require a W9 with
every W2G even though they're all going to be the same.

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