I for one am really looking forward to reading that.
Valerie
The delay between BJI publication and posting it here will be one month.
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The delay between BJI publication and posting it here will be one month.
I have completed my interview with Dr. William G. McCown, the dean of the university of Louisiana at Munroe and author of several books on problem gambling. The focus was on problem prevention, rather than late stage treatment for those that already have problems. It should be very interesting to anyone that plays now, or that is considering playing in the future.
It will first appear in the Blackjack Insider Newsletter as my February article, and then I will repost it here for free for those of you that don't get the BJI.
Sincerely,
~Frank Kneeland
--- In vpFREE@yahoogroups.com, "gofastnismo" <gofastnismo@...> wrote:
>
> Well, full pay vp is not an option for those wanting to have a nice vacation on the strip especially at LOWER denominations. I dont think most wives would want to spend the day at Casino Royale or Circus Circus for a better pay schedule rather than playing in the luxurious resort casinos such as Bellagio, Palazzo or Wynn. I, being a local, have the option to go hunt down good plays without my significant other. She also prefers nicer places but knows the difference in pay schedules can make a big difference. I dont fault visitors for playing poorer pay schedules. Sometimes its just about having a good time. This also goes with playing in other states that have no full pay poker, period!
>
> --- In vpFREE@yahoogroups.com, "lfcmja@" <lfcmja@> wrote:
> >
> >
> >
> > --- In vpFREE@yahoogroups.com, "caplatinum" <belairgold@> wrote:
> > >
> > > Bellagio is short pay you got lucky. MGM has short pay too for those that don't mind playing against 4% and higher vigs
> >
> > Correct but unfortunately it is these players that are growing innumbers on this board and on others. Look at the jackpot pictures !
> > They're promoting VP downgrades.
> >
> > LF
I am of the opinion that we need people who are willing to play short pay machines.
Here is a hypothetical situation for you. What if EVERYONE was an aspiring advantage player and would only play full pay machines at near expert level? If I had to guess, I'd say the casinos would simply no longer offer video poker.
I believe bad players need to exist for the gambling eco system to thrive.
> >
>
Just saw this is YAHOO! news.
http://news.yahoo.com/bribes-chinese-mob-ties-alleged-casino-gingrich-money-143856382--abc-news.html
Big Guy: I had a 7 Star trip to Caesars a couple of years ago and it was absolutely great. We prefer more upscale environment so that fit us perfectly. The room in the Augustus tower was great; food & service at all outlets wonderful and overall ambiance excellent. I have stayed at Ballys, Paris, Harrahs and Rio, although not as a 7 Star. The accommodations were good but we never felt that the properties were luxury enough. Paris started reaching it, but we just never liked the casino ambiance.
I will tell you, though, just because you are 7 Star, you will be just one of many, so don't expect truely differential treatment like you might get at a smaller property. Now, I have read a report by someone who chose the Flamingo and did receive that special treatment, but personally, we do not care for the casino.
All of the CE properties have terrible pay schedules for VP, unless you jump up to the $5 level for 9/6 JOB. There are not many of those machines at each property either.
We have been to the Paris/Ballys, Harrah's, Flamingo and Caesars Diamond lounges. Of those, I would rank Caesars then Paris. The other two are also rans. Have not been to the Rio Diamond lounge. Some may disagree because they are looking for more substantial food offerings (none of them are great) but we just look for ambiance and a place to relax.
Caesars restaurants are all excellent albeit pricey, as all are I guess. Have not really eaten at others although I would strongly recommend the Eifle Tower restaurant at Paris, if you want a nice romantic dinner for two. The view is spectacular, the food excellent and service also is excellent.
As far as the 7* perks, look on the CE webiste and you can find the various benefits by property. The Caesars pool complex is excellent; we have not experienced the others. Also the Spa at Caesars is outstanding for both sexes. As we don't do the night clubs etc. we cannot comment on that.
Do not forget that both Diamond and 7 Star holders can get a pair of free tickets to several CE shows. I would strongly recommend Human Nature (a wierd name for an Aussie group that sings Motown - sounds wierd, but outstanding performance.).
Thats it for right now. Have fun.
--- In vpFREE@yahoogroups.com, "The Big Guy" <ted.troccola@...> wrote:
>
> Does anyone have any recommendations as to which Las Vegas Caesar's property to choose for my 7-Stars trip?
>
> Of course, it'd be nice to stay at the place that has the machine I plan on playing most - but, I'm willing to "commute" to my machine each day if it is located on a property that doesn't offer much more than the machine itself.
>
> I figure there are probably some other factors I should consider:
>
> 1) Which 7-Stars club/lounge is best?
>
> 2) Which has the best restaurants and food?
>
> 3) Which has nicest rooms?
>
> 4) Do any have perks/benefits for staying on the property - for example, free/discounted entry to a popular nightclub on the property, access to a pool with a popular pool party, etc.
>
> If you have any suggestions, or other things I might want to consider before booking my trip, I'd be interested in hearing them.
>
> Good luck!
>
Dan,
I purchased mine in September and did not get the update. I've sent two
emails privately to you about it but no response.
Thanks,
Randy
From: vpFREE@yahoogroups.com [mailto:vpFREE@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of
Dan Paymar
Sent: Friday, January 27, 2012 8:27 AM
To: vpFREE@yahoogroups.com
Subject: [vpFREE] Re: OpVP free update
>
> Dan,
>
> I purchased the OpVP3 on approx 7/28 for my Macbook and did not
> receive the update. My email address has not changed. I bought it from
> RGE Publishing. If that is not you, I am sorry. It was down loaded
> from the Internet. I have struggled with it, however I have spent very
> little time with it. I used the Winpoker before purchasing the Mac an
> had no problem with it. Look forward to hearing from you and always
> find your comments on VPFREE2 interesting.
>
> Loren Barber
Loren, my web site is hosted by RGE, and they sell a lot of my products,
but they are a separate company. I do not have access to their customer,
so a purchase of OpVP 3 from them is not automatically registered with me.
When purchasing OpVP 3 from any retailer, you must register it with me
to receive the free updates. The OpVP 3 CD has a "Read Me First" pdf
document which contains a registration form. You can print that form and
mail it to me, or you can send the same information to Dan@OptimumPlay.com
<mailto:Dan%40OptimumPlay.com> .
I was going to accept your post on vpFREE as a registration, but then I
noticed that you purchased OpVP in July and received it by email. Since
version 3 was not released until September 1 and is sold only on CD, the
version that you purchased was OpVP 2. The OpVP 3 update is not
compatible with version 2, so it would not help you.
The upgrade from version 2 to 3 is available on my web site at a
discount. Purchasing the upgrade will automatically register you for
free updates and notice of upgrades. Orders placed now will receive
version 3.1, so the current update would be redundant.
Sorry about the confusion,
Dan
--
Dan Paymar, Author of "Video Poker - Optimum Play"
Visit my web site at http://www.OptimumPlay.com
"Chance favors the prepared mind" ~ Louis Pasteur
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>
> Dan,
>
> I purchased the OpVP3 on approx 7/28 for my Macbook and did not
> receive the update. My email address has not changed. I bought it from
> RGE Publishing. If that is not you, I am sorry. It was down loaded
> from the Internet. I have struggled with it, however I have spent very
> little time with it. I used the Winpoker before purchasing the Mac an
> had no problem with it. Look forward to hearing from you and always
> find your comments on VPFREE2 interesting.
>
> Loren Barber
Loren, my web site is hosted by RGE, and they sell a lot of my products,
but they are a separate company. I do not have access to their customer,
so a purchase of OpVP 3 from them is not automatically registered with me.
When purchasing OpVP 3 from any retailer, you must register it with me
to receive the free updates. The OpVP 3 CD has a "Read Me First" pdf
document which contains a registration form. You can print that form and
mail it to me, or you can send the same information to Dan@OptimumPlay.com.
I was going to accept your post on vpFREE as a registration, but then I
noticed that you purchased OpVP in July and received it by email. Since
version 3 was not released until September 1 and is sold only on CD, the
version that you purchased was OpVP 2. The OpVP 3 update is not
compatible with version 2, so it would not help you.
The upgrade from version 2 to 3 is available on my web site at a
discount. Purchasing the upgrade will automatically register you for
free updates and notice of upgrades. Orders placed now will receive
version 3.1, so the current update would be redundant.
Sorry about the confusion,
Dan
--
Dan Paymar, Author of "Video Poker - Optimum Play"
Visit my web site at http://www.OptimumPlay.com
"Chance favors the prepared mind" ~ Louis Pasteur
Does anyone have any recommendations as to which Las Vegas Caesar's property to choose for my 7-Stars trip?
Of course, it'd be nice to stay at the place that has the machine I plan on playing most - but, I'm willing to "commute" to my machine each day if it is located on a property that doesn't offer much more than the machine itself.
I figure there are probably some other factors I should consider:
1) Which 7-Stars club/lounge is best?
2) Which has the best restaurants and food?
3) Which has nicest rooms?
4) Do any have perks/benefits for staying on the property - for example, free/discounted entry to a popular nightclub on the property, access to a pool with a popular pool party, etc.
If you have any suggestions, or other things I might want to consider before booking my trip, I'd be interested in hearing them.
Good luck!
Well, full pay vp is not an option for those wanting to have a nice vacation on the strip especially at LOWER denominations. I dont think most wives would want to spend the day at Casino Royale or Circus Circus for a better pay schedule rather than playing in the luxurious resort casinos such as Bellagio, Palazzo or Wynn. I, being a local, have the option to go hunt down good plays without my significant other. She also prefers nicer places but knows the difference in pay schedules can make a big difference. I dont fault visitors for playing poorer pay schedules. Sometimes its just about having a good time. This also goes with playing in other states that have no full pay poker, period!
--- In vpFREE@yahoogroups.com, "lfcmja@..." <lfcmja@...> wrote:
>
>
>
> --- In vpFREE@yahoogroups.com, "caplatinum" <belairgold@> wrote:
> >
> > Bellagio is short pay you got lucky. MGM has short pay too for those that don't mind playing against 4% and higher vigs
>
> Correct but unfortunately it is these players that are growing innumbers on this board and on others. Look at the jackpot pictures !
> They're promoting VP downgrades.
>
> LF
>
LVA Question of the Day - 27 JAN 2012
Q: Anyone who has driven around the Las Vegas Valley or been
a LVA subscriber for any length of time is probably a least
aware of Lee´s Discount Liquor stores. This chain has been a
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in a number of charitable events. Can you tell me a little
more about the owner, Mr Hae Un Lee, and his business
interests, which I understand include Woonam Jung, a Korean
restaurant located on Spring Mountain Road?
Read the answer here:
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