Cheapskate Vegas: A Vegas Podcast for Low Rollers

I finally get around to revisiting my December 2023 trip, beyond my sore throat, questionable audio quality, and note crumpling, here's what you can expect to hear about: I have other Vegas stuff at CheapskateVegas.com

My buddy Han and I discuss Resorts World, Bellagio, and NoMad. The title isn't clickbait. It's really all we discuss. Go to cheapskatevegas.com to see some more stuff. Or follow me on Twitter @travelfanboy to see other stuff. Thanks for listening.

In this episode, I'm joined by Chris and Josh of the Crap Vegas podcast to talk about exactly that, craps in Las Vegas. They host a great show and you should definitely check it out if craps is your game. We talk about expanding your bankroll as conditions have changed and where we like to play, including Wynn, Treasure Island, Flamingo, Resorts World and more. Find us on Twitter and let us know where you like to play: @TravelFanboy @smallwhale13 @vegasduffy Find more Vegas content at Cheapskatevegas.com. Thanks for listening.

In this episode I chat with my buddy Han about his recent travels. We discuss: Note* This episode was recorded in early July (2020). Some information, especially talks around masks and mandates, may have changed between recording and publishing.

In this episode of the podcast, I chat with Vegas Advantage's John Mehaffey about the current table game conditions in Las Vegas and the best values for players. You can listen in most places where podcasts are found. A massive thanks to John for joining me. Vegas Advantage is a fantastic resource and he's a wealth of information. Here's some of what we discuss: Make sure to follow John and Kristina's on Twitter: John Mehaffey Twitter Kristina Mehaffey Twitter Vegas Advantage Twitter If you're interested in giving me $3 a month to email you, here's how you can make that happen: TFB Newsletter Thanks for listening. Keep crunching those numbers.

It's a bankroll building extravaganza. I have three things I keep in mind when building a bankroll: I mention I like SoFi for my separate gambling account. I have a referral link below if you're interested. This doesn't drive my mention of them in this episode. I've used SoFi Money for over a year as my 'vacation fund' and I have no major complaints. Choose a separate account that works best for you and your needs. Links for things mentioned in the show: Discord Server - Red Chip Travelers Newsetter - TFB Vegas Newsletter SoFi - TFB referral bonus

In this off the cuff episode, I discuss the sale of Las Vegas Sands' assets and the future of Las Vegas. I also wax poetic about the Vegas entertainers of yesteryear, the want for more deep theming, and the city's unique opportunity to capture America's attention again. *I neglected to note this in the episode but it's probably important--I'm a Las Vegas Sands shareholder at the time of this recording.

The sportsbook and the big board can be a confusing thing. Have no anxiety though -- Sportsbook Tom helps us understand what all the numbers mean and guides us through making our first football bet. We also talk about good Vegas sportsbooks and take some live chat questions. Find Sportsbook Tom here: The Vegas Parlay @sportsbooktom Join the Red Chip Travelers Discord Server to be a part of the next show: Red Chip Travelers invite link Thanks for listening. Crunch those numbers. May your math not be faulty.

In this episode we dispel the notion that casual gamblers are "attacking" the casino. Really, our strategies are more playing styles that act as loss mitigation techniques. I use an interesting /gambling Reddit post as inspiration. Thanks to Arcade High for the music: https://arcadehigh.bandcamp.com/track/kingdom Have a great new year, everyone.

Bethany and I discuss You can see the live stream on the Bougie Miles YouTube channel. Thanks for listening. Be sure to follow on the socials so you can be informed on when our next live casino chat will be. Be good to each other!

In this episode, I chat with friends Han and Joe about the future of points and miles, what we think is overrated in the travel world, and force Han to choose a side. Timestamps: 5:18 - Han's unpopular travel opinion (transpacific economy) 10:09 - Joe's unpopular travel opinion (kids should fly wherever they want) 16:22 - Adam's unpopular travel opinion (loyalty points are overrated) 24:59 - Affiliate blogs going forward 36:30 - Token gambling segment 38:12 - How we're saving money for future travel in these times 49:28 - One good thing A big thanks to @AstheJoeFlies for editing this show. Also, thanks to you all for listening, the constant support, and the fun interactions. I hope you're well. Be good to each other.

In this episode, I'm joined by writer, points and miles expert, and blue check mark having JT Genter. We talk being a digital nomad, underappreciated programs and debate when thoughts and prayers are necessary for travel writer complaints. Be sure to follow JT on Twitter Big thanks to this episode's editor, @lordluceus. Reach out to Franjo on Twitter if you ever need any audio production help. Thanks to everyone for listening. Be safe. Be good to each other.

In this episode, I'm joined by Sergio of Viva Las Value. He gets me caught up on all things happening in low rollerdom in Las Vegas. Quick notes: Be sure to follow Viva Las Value on Twitter! Thanks for listening everyone. Be good to each other!

In this episode, I cover a myriad of topics which include: Big thanks to the Bunker members, social followers, and other content consumers. For more TFB: travelfanboy.com @travelfanboy Patreon.com/travelfanboy Safe travels. Be good to each other.

For this episode I want to look back on 2019, some of the highlights of things I’ve seen and learned and then look ahead to 2020 to help galvanize you and me to try something different and employ some strategies to make travelling more enjoyable and hopefully a little less expensive. Let’s go back and look at some of my favorites of this past year: Best hotel stay: Aria If you are interested in adding bank provided booking portals to your travel repertoire in 2020, start off right by checking out a recent post by BW on BougieMiles.com about the Mastercard Luxury Hotel and Resorts Portfolio. It’s underreported, but can be just as good if not better than FHR and LHRC. Ok everyone, let’s go over these booking portals one more time: Amex = Fine Hotels and Resorts Chase = Luxury Hotel and Resort Collection Mastercard = Luxury Hotel and Resorts Portfolio Are we having fun yet? We’ll get to this again a little later Best meal of 2019 Alinea Honorable mention: Carbone Best gambling experience: Craps at the Cal Best points and miles learning: Status Match Galore For 2020: Cards I’m looking at for 2020: Travels for 2020: Links: Bougie Miles MasterCard Portal MilesTalk Status Match

In this episode, we throw it back to the Vegas Fanboy glory days. This is a rerun of episode #50 of Vegas Fanboy called "Low Roller for a Day". I'm joined by my podcasting rivals, Mark and Dr. Mike of You Can Bet on That. In this show I discuss my casino-going strategy for low rollers and Mark and Mike talk about what they would do if they had to be low rollers for a day. We also talk about basic craps strategies for those on a budget. If you must listen to more YCBOT: http://youcanbetonthat.com/ To support the show: https://www.patreon.com/TravelFanboy Thanks for listening!

In this episode, I chat with Spencer Howard of 10xTravel and Straight to the Points about the cheapest and easiest ways to fly domestic first class. We discuss using points and miles to fly up front on: I want all of you to be able to take a seat up front at some point in your travels. You all deserve to travel with a little more space and a little more nuts. During your travels, if you find yourself sitting in a big front seat, I’d like for you to share that on the socials with the hashtag #TFBsWarmNuts. Thanks to you for your patience with the audio. I recently switched from Mac to PC and am having to learn a whole new system. We'll get it right at some point. Be sure to check out Spencer here: 10xTravel Straight to the Points Safe travels. Be good to each other.

In this episode, I discuss the Founders Card membership program and whether casual travelers can find value despite its high price tag. I start by talking bout my motivation to get into the points and miles hobby. Really, of course, it was to expand my gambling bankroll and comp myself at some of the amazing Vegas properties. I follow that up, seamlessly I might add, by detailing the merits of the Founders Card. It's an expensive program, to be sure, but it has some surprisingly valuable perks and benefits which, for the right person, could provide quite a bit of value. For cheap Caesars Diamond status? I think there are better options. Let me know what you think. Is the Founders Card worth it for you? For more, read David Slotnick' piece for Business Insider: Founders Card: Worth it? Thanks to the influencer supporters over on Patreon. Save travels. Be good to each other.

On this episode I’m joined by Bethany Walsh, the creator of the site Bougie Miles. She gives us three tips on how to be a bougie traveler on a budget and, of course, we talk a little Vegas. Bethany likes to focus on flights for a bougie trip because hotel status can be fairly easy to obtain. She details tools she uses to search for flights, why using the portal is undervalued, and how she gets a great deal on Aria's Sky Suites. Be sure to check out her site, BougieMiles.com Notes and such:

In this episode, I discuss a recent trip to Portland, my lost baggage, my Dad's new obsession, and some solid inexpensive travel credit cards. What I cover: Portland is cool Donuts are already great Hiking can be fun Hampton Inn is pretty good My dad now has the time to call Chase Chase Freedom and Unlimited Wells Fargo Propel and Visa Signature Marriott Bonvoy cards Amtrak card Jet Blue cards No fee United Mileage Plus card Hilton Surpass That should do it. Thanks for listening. Love you guys. Oh yeah, go to TravelFanboy.com for periodic posts. Quality, not quantity, people.