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ZorkCast - Vegas Podcast + Yo-11 Minutes - Casino/Travel Loyalty, Casino Experience, Gambling and Luxury TravelXS at Wynn Las Vegas - Oh What a Night(club) - Yo-11 Podcast (E159S7)ON THIS EPISODE: We're talking about our visit to XS Nightclub which was designed by Roger Thomas (Executive VP of design for Wynn Design & Development) and has been going strong since 2008. Plus we got scoop of the future or non-future of XS.Trager's XS Tweet -> HEREXS site -> HERE🎉 JOIN US OUR NEXT EPIC EVENT!ZorkFest 2025 🎉 December 2025 - Las Vegas ✅ Learn More About Using Points✅ Redeem Points For Amazing Vacations and Flights✅ Learn and Understand More About Casino Comps✅ Saturday Evening Podcasters After Dark (podcast...
2025-10-2343 min
ZorkCast - Vegas Podcast + Yo-11 Minutes - Casino/Travel Loyalty, Casino Experience, Gambling and Luxury TravelZorkFest Master Classes - Yo-11 Podcast (E158S7)ON THIS EPISODE: Michel Mason Trager discusses the ZorkFest Master Classes, optional add-ons = outstanding gained-knowledge. More info: https://travelzork.travel/zorkfest/#optionaladdonsPodcast Ponder: No Caesars Casino in Times Square. Now what?🎉 JOIN US OUR NEXT EPIC EVENT!ZorkFest 2025 🎉 December 2025 - Las Vegas ✅ Learn More About Using Points✅ Redeem Points For Amazing Vacations and Flights✅ Learn and Understand More About Casino Comps✅ Saturday Evening Podcasters After Dark (podcaster/vlogger/blogger panel) ✅ Coffee Dice Lab and Blackjack Lab⬇️ 🎟️https://travelzork.travel/zorkfest/🎰 Book VEGAS! ✈️ 🚨THE VEGAS EXPERTS...
2025-10-0930 min
ZorkCast - Vegas Podcast + Yo-11 Minutes - Casino/Travel Loyalty, Casino Experience, Gambling and Luxury TravelEncore Boston Harbor - Virgin Slot Jackpot - $1.50 Costco Hotdogs - Yo-11 Podcast (S7156)ON THIS EPISODE: Michael Mason Trager talks about his stay Encore Boston Harbor, the Riverwalk, Seamark Seafood, Rare Steakhouse and a virgin slot player's JACKPOT win!Book Encore Boston Harbor with PERKS AND BENEFITS! -> HEREEncore Boston Harbor Article on TZ -> HERESeamark Seafood & Cocktails at Encore Boston Harbor -> HERERare Steakhouse -> HERESupport the show⁉️ Want to contact us or share something?Chat to TravelZork, ZorkCast and TravelZork Travel!📧 Email us:
2025-09-191h 01
ZorkCast - Vegas Podcast + Yo-11 Minutes - Casino/Travel Loyalty, Casino Experience, Gambling and Luxury Travel(Vegas and Casino) Hotel Upgrades and This and That - Yo-11 Podcast (E155S6)ON THIS EPISODE: Michael Mason Trager discusses a plethora of topics from Credit card Holds, Late Check-Outs, Why Debit Cards are not your best option, and more.JOIN US OUR NEXT EPIC EVENT!ZorkFest 2025 December 2025 - Las Vegas* Learn More About Using Points* Redeem Points For Amazing Vacations and Flights* Learn and Understand More About Casino Comps* Saturday Evening Podcasters After Dark (podcaster/vlogger/blogger panel)* Coffee Dice Lab and Blackjack LabMore info HEREJoin the TravelZork FB Group -> HERETrave...
2025-09-0336 min
ZorkCast - Vegas Podcast + Yo-11 Minutes - Casino/Travel Loyalty, Casino Experience, Gambling and Luxury TravelDon't Touch That (Vegas) Casino Free Play + Loyalty Summit Chicago (E154S6)ON THIS EPISODE: Michal Mason Trager discusses strategies for optimizing your comps/freeplay/ and more.Gambling | Casino THEO | It’s All About The THEO (Average Daily Theoretical – ADT)https://travelzork.com/gambling-casino-theo-adt/Loyalty Summit Chicagohttps://ft.events/loyalty-summit-americas-chicago-2025/#agenda JOIN US OUR NEXT EPIC EVENT!ZorkFest 2025 December 2025 - Las Vegas * Learn More About Using Points* Redeem Points For Amazing Vacations and Flights* Learn and Understand More About Casino Comps* Saturday Evening Podcasters After Dark (podcaster/vlogger/blogger panel) * Coffee Dice Lab...
2025-08-2848 min
ZorkCast - Vegas Podcast + Yo-11 Minutes - Casino/Travel Loyalty, Casino Experience, Gambling and Luxury TravelHard Rock Holly - WWW - Weekend with Wong - Yo-11 Podcast (E153S6)ON THIS EPISODE: Michael Mason Trager discusses his Weekend With Wong (Wong’s Casino Adventures) at Hard Rock Hollywood Florida.Wong’s Casino Adventures -> HEREMirage Auction -> HEREJoin the TravelZork FB Group -> HERETravelZork TravelZorkFestWatch this episode on YouTube -> HEREWatch, Like, and Sub on YouTubeThe Yo-11 Minutes Playlist on YouTubeSupport the show⁉️ Want to contact us or share something?Chat to TravelZork, ZorkCast...
2025-08-2141 min
ZorkCast - Vegas Podcast + Yo-11 Minutes - Casino/Travel Loyalty, Casino Experience, Gambling and Luxury TravelWant to Survive the (Vegas) Casino Comp Game? Yes, really. - Yo-11 Podcast (E150S6)ON THIS EPISODE: Loyalty Points and Miles expert Michael Mason Trager, shares tips and trips on how to Survive the (Vegas) Casino Comp Game.News: MGM Grand Debuts RenovationsLearn Video Poker | How to Get StartedI Got Charged $50 Because I Unplugged a CordJoin the TravelZork FB Group -> HERETravelZork TravelZorkFestWatch this episode on YouTube -> HEREWatch, Like, and Sub on YouTubeThe Yo-11 Minutes Playlist on YouTubeSupport...
2025-07-3151 min
ZorkCast - Vegas Podcast + Yo-11 Minutes - Casino/Travel Loyalty, Casino Experience, Gambling and Luxury TravelWynn Connoisseur Series - Cheese Connoisseur | Masterclass Las Vegas - Yo-11 Podcast (E148S6)ON THIS EPISODE: Trager attended the Cheese Connoisseur Masterclass at Wynn and discusses that as well as his and Movestro's experience at the Wine Connoisseur Masterclass. 🎉 JOIN US OUR NEXT EPIC EVENT!ZorkFest 2025 🎉December 2025 - Las Vegas✅ Learn More About Using Points✅ Redeem Points For Amazing Vacations and Flights✅ Learn and Understand More About Casino Comps✅ Saturday Evening Podcasters After Dark (podcaster/vlogger/blogger panel)✅ Coffee Dice Lab and Blackjack Lab⬇️ 🎟️https://travelzork.travel/zorkfest/Join the TravelZork FB Group -> HERETravelZork TravelZorkFest
2025-06-2527 min
ZorkCast - Vegas Podcast + Yo-11 Minutes - Casino/Travel Loyalty, Casino Experience, Gambling and Luxury TravelDisney Bookings + Maximize 10x 5x Tier Point Promos - Yo-11 Minutes (E144S6)ON THIS EPISODE: Michael Mason Trager discusses how to Maximize 10x 5x Tier Point Promos when Tier MATCHES are hard to find. Also, TravelZork has a brand-new Disney Advisor.🎉 JOIN US OUR NEXT EPIC EVENT!ZorkFest 2025 🎉 December 2025 - Las Vegas ✅ Learn More About Using Points✅ Redeem Points For Amazing Vacations and Flights✅ Learn and Understand More About Casino Comps✅ Saturday Evening Podcasters After Dark (podcaster/vlogger/blogger panel) ✅ Coffee Dice Lab and Blackjack Lab⬇️ 🎟️https://travelzork.travel/zorkfest/Join the TravelZork FB Group -> HERETravelZork Travel
2025-05-0920 min
ZorkCast - Vegas Podcast + Yo-11 Minutes - Casino/Travel Loyalty, Casino Experience, Gambling and Luxury TravelTuchus and Cocktails + Concierge Know How + Encore Renovation Delayed - Yo-11 Podcast (E143S6)ON THIS EPISODE: Michael Mason Trager shares his experiences with great Concierges at 5 Star Hotels + Wynn Concierge Services. LINKS: Encore Renovation Delayed Due to Tariffs -> HereMadrid Santo Mauro -> Here🎉 JOIN US OUR NEXT EPIC EVENT!ZorkFest 2025 🎉 December 2025 - Las Vegas ✅ Learn More About Using Points✅ Redeem Points For Amazing Vacations and Flights✅ Learn and Understand More About Casino Comps✅ Saturday Evening Podcasters After Dark (podcaster/vlogger/blogger panel) ✅ Coffee Dice Lab and Blackjack Lab⬇️ 🎟️https://travelzork.travel/zorkfest/Join...
2025-05-0831 min
ZorkCast - Vegas Podcast + Yo-11 Minutes - Casino/Travel Loyalty, Casino Experience, Gambling and Luxury TravelCasino Hosts - EVERYTHING You Want to Know! - Yo-11 Podcast (E137S6)ON THIS EPISODE: Michael Mason Trager talks about everything you want to know about Casino Hosts. We're still using "Fantastical". Movestro reacts to hearing about "The Empire Strips Back" burlesque show. Vegas News: Alanis Morissette announced a new Las Vegas residency.Join the TravelZork FB Group -> HERETravelZork TravelZorkFestWatch this episode on YouTube -> HEREWatch, Like, and Sub on YouTubeThe Yo-11 Minutes Playlist on YouTubeSupport the show⁉️ Want to contact us or share...
2025-03-1432 min
ZorkCast - Vegas Podcast + Yo-11 Minutes - Casino/Travel Loyalty, Casino Experience, Gambling and Luxury TravelPlaya Largo Resort and Spa - Like The Caribbean but 1.5 hours from Miami - Yo-11 Podcast (E135S6)ON THIS EPISODE: Michael Mason Trager shares his stay at Playa Lago Resort and Spa.News story: Gabriel Iglesias @ The Chelsea @ Cosmopolitan-Feel like you are in the Caribbean only 1.5 hours from miami-65 miles from MIA Miami International Airport -Great sheltered beach area-Amazing state park -Lots of water sports-Great fish, great dining. Very “chill” -Can continue all the way to Key West or go to Islamorada -Marathon and other cities on the wayJoin the TravelZork FB Group -> HERETravelZo...
2025-02-2117 min
ZorkCast - Vegas Podcast + Yo-11 Minutes - Casino/Travel Loyalty, Casino Experience, Gambling and Luxury TravelI Slept in a Guitar - The Guitar Hotel at Seminole Hard Rock Hollywood (FL) - Yo-11 Podcast (E134S6)ON THIS EPISODE: Michael Mason Trager shares his stay in the Guitar Tower at Seminole Hard Rock Hollywood. What can we gleam from this as a preview of what the Guitar Tower in Las Vegas will be like?Fountainebleau Tier Match (again) -> HERETerms of the Fountainebleau Tier Match (There's a catch) -> HERENews story: Will Smith at House of Blues March 20thShout out: Wong’s Casino Adventures | YouTube HereJoin the TravelZork FB Group -> HERETravelZork TravelZorkFest
2025-02-2024 min
ZorkCast - Vegas Podcast + Yo-11 Minutes - Casino/Travel Loyalty, Casino Experience, Gambling and Luxury TravelShould Spend/Money Determine Status - The British Airways Club - Yo-11 Podcast (S6E131)ON THIS EPISODE: The British Executive Airways Club has been renamed.Michael Mason Trager provides a breakdown of the tier levels and discusses spend = tier.One of the best overviews:https://www.headforpoints.com/2024/12/30/british-airways-club-revenue-based-status/Join the TravelZork FB Group -> HERETravelZork TravelZorkFestWatch this episode on YouTube -> HEREWatch, Like, and Sub on YouTubeThe Yo-11 Minutes Playlist on YouTubeSupport the show⁉️ Want to contact us or share something?...
2025-02-0828 min
ZorkCast - Vegas Podcast + Yo-11 Minutes - Casino/Travel Loyalty, Casino Experience, Gambling and Luxury TravelWhen Circus Circus Las Vegas Was Bougie - Yo-11 Podcast (S6E130)ON THIS EPISODE: There was a time when Circus Circus was Bougie, it's true. Dealers wore tuxedos, there were Baccarat tables....so what happened? Michael Mason Trager will explain.News Story: Caesars Palace (but not all of it) AND Nobu Hotel (all of it) at Caesars Palace receive AAA Four Diamond Status.Join the TravelZork FB Group -> HERETravelZork TravelZorkFestWatch this episode on YouTube -> HEREWatch, Like, and Sub on YouTubeThe Yo-11 Minutes Playlist on YouTube
2025-02-0635 min
ZorkCast - Vegas Podcast + Yo-11 Minutes - Casino/Travel Loyalty, Casino Experience, Gambling and Luxury TravelMr. Beast Experience?? Also, Michael's Vegas Trip - Yo-11 Podcast (S6E129) Part 2ON THIS EPISODE: Resorts World Las Vegas announced the Mr. Beast Vacation Package complete with "Mr. Beast experiences"- what could that be? Also, Michael Mason Trager shares his Vegas Trip (more below).Update: We were just informed of a landing page at Resorts World Las VegasNote: Packages go on sale Thursday, January 30, 2025.More info -> HEREHT to Joe Cortez about RWLV and Mr. BeastOh, Nobu Hotel and Jack the Nobu Butler, we love you! Bellagio Conservatory Chinese New Year 2025; Watch HEREExperience L...
2025-01-3040 min
ZorkCast - Vegas Podcast + Yo-11 Minutes - Casino/Travel Loyalty, Casino Experience, Gambling and Luxury TravelMr. Beast Experience?? Also, Michael's Vegas Trip - Yo-11 Podcast (S6E129) Part 1ON THIS EPISODE: Resorts World Las Vegas announced the Mr. Beast Vacation Package complete with "Mr. Beast experiences"- what could that be? Also, Michael Mason Trager shares his Vegas Trip.Join the TravelZork FB Group -> HERETravelZork TravelZorkFestWatch this episode on YouTube -> HEREWatch, Like, and Sub on YouTubeThe Yo-11 Minutes Playlist on YouTubeSupport the show⁉️ Want to contact us or share something?Chat to TravelZork, ZorkCast and Trav...
2025-01-2932 min
ZorkCast - Vegas Podcast + Yo-11 Minutes - Casino/Travel Loyalty, Casino Experience, Gambling and Luxury TravelHow do Wynn Hotel Upgrades Work? “Subject to Availability” - (E128S6) Yo-11 PODCASTON THIS EPISODE: Michael Mason Trager discusses:Wynn Upgrades and the Phrase "Subject to availability"*Available Upgrades commercial (upgrade program) versus comp wise*There is a pool for sale and a pool for upgrades, nobody is talking about this*Length of Stay*Casino Hotels we use those for players*This references Black Card Upgrades at WynnNews Story: Driverless Taxis in Las VegasJoin the TravelZork FB Group -> HERETravelZork TravelZorkFestWatch this episode on YouTube -> HERE
2025-01-0929 minZorkCast - Vegas Podcast + Yo-11 Minutes - Casino/Travel Loyalty, Casino Experience, Gambling and Luxury Travel“Where The Chips Fall - Vegas Comps 2025” - (E127S6) Yo-11 PODCASTON THIS EPISODE: We debut the Yo-11 Podcast Ponder segment. Today's question: "If you had to choose your favorite high limit room to "do your business" which hotel property (high limit room) would you choose?"Also Michael Trager discusses:*Concept of maximizing tier benefits*Masterclass, which is now the Connoisseur Series | Wynn Las Vegas and Encore Connoisseur Series | Wynn Las Vegas and Encore*Where the chips fall, do not worry so much about host*But, most important : use benefits - and tournaments are an important one since it is a free...
2025-01-0827 min
ZorkCast - Vegas Podcast + Yo-11 Minutes - Casino/Travel Loyalty, Casino Experience, Gambling and Luxury TravelUsing your Credit Card Points (transferred) to Fly to Vegas! (S5E123)ON THIS EPISODE: Trager discusses transferring credit card points and then using them for Vegas Travel. Even on Korean Air of all airlines.Sign up to get Bonus Offer Alerts! Free Service via MilesTalk: HERESuper Early Bird tickets are available now for ZorkFest 2025: HEREJoin the TravelZork FB Group -> HERETravelZork TravelZorkFestWatch this episode on YouTube -> HEREWatch, Like, and Sub on YouTubeThe Yo-11 Minutes Playlist on YouTubeSupport the...
2024-11-1921 min
ZorkCast - Vegas Podcast + Yo-11 Minutes - Casino/Travel Loyalty, Casino Experience, Gambling and Luxury TravelListener Mail: Got an AMAZING Deal But How Do I Optimize My Offer? - Yo-11 Podcast (S5E122)ON THIS EPISODE: Michael Trager answers listener questions, most notably, how to optimize an offer for an amazing deal.#miles #points #travel #loyaltySuper Early Bird tickets are available now for ZorkFest 2025: HEREwww.zorkfest.comJoin the TravelZork FB Group -> HERETravelZork TravelZorkFestWatch this episode on YouTube -> HEREWatch, Like, and Sub on YouTubeThe Yo-11 Minutes Playlist on YouTubeSupport the show⁉️ Want to contact us or share something?
2024-11-1823 min
ZorkCast - Vegas Podcast + Yo-11 Minutes - Casino/Travel Loyalty, Casino Experience, Gambling and Luxury TravelGet MORE comps at Wynn Las Vegas WITHOUT gambling more! - (E120S5) Yo-11 PODCASTON THIS EPISODE: We discuss Vegas news about the new proposed largest resort and the NBA Arena it comes bundled with. Trager discusses getting more comps at Wynn without gambling more.Join the TravelZork FB Group -> HERETravelZork TravelZorkFestWatch this episode on YouTube -> HEREWatch, Like, and Sub on YouTubeThe Yo-11 Minutes Playlist on YouTubeSupport the show⁉️ Want to contact us or share something?Chat to TravelZork, ZorkCast and Trav...
2024-11-1332 min
ZorkCast - Vegas Podcast + Yo-11 Minutes - Casino/Travel Loyalty, Casino Experience, Gambling and Luxury TravelHow To Beat The Vegas Slots - The Real Deal - 2024 Edition - Yo-11 PODCAST (E117S4)On this Episode: Michael Trager shares tips on how to beat the Vegas Slots.GET YOUR ZORKFEST TICKETS -> HEREJoin the TravelZork FB Group -> HERETravelZork TravelZorkFestWatch this episode on YouTube -> HERE117Watch, Like, and Sub on YouTubeThe Yo-11 Minutes Playlist on YouTube🎉 JOIN US OUR NEXT EPIC EVENT!ZorkFest 2024 🎉 November 2024 - Las Vegas ✅ Learn More About Using Points✅ Redeem Points For Amazing Vacations and Flights✅ Learn and Understand...
2024-10-1033 min
ZorkCast - Vegas Podcast + Yo-11 Minutes - Casino/Travel Loyalty, Casino Experience, Gambling and Luxury TravelHurricane Edition - Booking flights to get the f**k out (of town)! - Yo-11 PODCAST E116 Season 4On this episode: Michael Trager gives great tips on actions to take when a hurricane is approaching and it's time to get out of dodge. Movestro discovers fantastic Sushi at Resorts World.GET YOUR ZORKFEST TICKETS -> HEREJoin the TravelZork FB Group -> HERETravelZork TravelZorkFestWatch this episode on YouTube -> HEREWatch, Like, and Sub on YouTubeThe Yo-11 Minutes Playlist on YouTube🎉 JOIN US OUR NEXT EPIC EVENT!ZorkFest 2024 🎉 November 2024 - Las V...
2024-10-0931 min
ZorkCast - Vegas Podcast + Yo-11 Minutes - Casino/Travel Loyalty, Casino Experience, Gambling and Luxury TravelGo With The Vegas Flow & The Room Isn't Yours Until You Have The Key - Yo-11 PODCAST (E115 Season 4)On This Episode: Michael Trager shares his last night of his longest Vegas trip to date and why it's best sometimes to just let Vegas happen. He also discusses being promised a certain room-type and then being downgraded.GET YOUR ZORKFEST TICKETS -> HEREJoin the TravelZork FB Group -> HERETravelZork TravelZorkFestWatch this episode on Youtube -> HEREWatch, Like, and Sub on YouTubeThe Yo-11 Minutes Playlist on YouTubeSupport the show
2024-09-2742 min
ZorkCast - Vegas Podcast + Yo-11 Minutes - Casino/Travel Loyalty, Casino Experience, Gambling and Luxury TravelReal Luxury! You Need a Break at The Breakers Palm Beach - Yo-11 Podcast E111 Season 4On this episode: Trager discusses his stay at The Breakers Hotel (Florida) and shares footage.Book your amazing stay at The Breakers via TravelZork TravelSUPPORT THE SHOW🔔 Subscribe to Credit Card Bonus Offer Notifications!🔔 Earn points, travel for less!https://yourbestcreditcards.com/bonus-offer-notifications/?ccid=1001Never miss a bonus offer again! Choose to follow all credit cards, or just ones you are particularly interested in. When the welcome bonus offer changes, we'll send you an email right away to notify you!GET YOUR ZORKFEST TICKETS ->...
2024-09-0318 min
ZorkCast - Vegas Podcast + Yo-11 Minutes - Casino/Travel Loyalty, Casino Experience, Gambling and Luxury Travel“When American Airlines Re-Books You On United Airlines” - (E110 Season 4) Yo-11 PODCASTOn this episode: Trager does some impressive miles and points gymnastics saving himself from being stuck at the airport and landing first class on another airline.SUPPORT THE SHOW🔔 Subscribe to Credit Card Bonus Offer Notifications!🔔 Earn points, travel for less!https://yourbestcreditcards.com/bonus-offer-notifications/?ccid=1001Never miss a bonus offer again! Choose to follow all credit cards, or just ones you are particularly interested in. When the welcome bonus offer changes, we'll send you an email right away to notify you!GET YOUR ZORKFEST TICKETS ->...
2024-08-2722 min
ZorkCast - Vegas Podcast + Yo-11 Minutes - Casino/Travel Loyalty, Casino Experience, Gambling and Luxury TravelWhy Can’t Casino Marketing Be More Creative? RIO LV and Co-Pays at Lounges - Yo-11 Podcast (E109 Season 4)On this episode: RIO Las Vegas made an offer, Trager scrutinizes the legalese.GET YOUR ZORKFEST TICKETS -> HEREJoin the TravelZork FB Group -> HERETravelZork TravelZorkFestWatch this episode on Youtube -> HEREWatch, Like, and Sub on YouTubeThe Yo-11 Minutes Playlist on YouTubeSupport the show⁉️ Want to contact us or share something?Chat to TravelZork, ZorkCast and TravelZork Travel!📧 Email us:
2024-08-2222 min
ZorkCast - Vegas Podcast + Yo-11 Minutes - Casino/Travel Loyalty, Casino Experience, Gambling and Luxury TravelBig Baccarat Is Dope - Learn to Retire After One Shoe (NOT!) - Yo-11 PODCAST (E108 Season 4)On this episode: Michael Mason Trager discusses Big Baccarat with assistance from Orson Welles? GET YOUR ZORKFEST TICKETS -> HEREJoin the TravelZork FB Group -> HERETravelZork TravelZorkFestWatch this episode on Youtube -> HEREWatch, Like, and Sub on YouTubeThe Yo-11 Minutes Playlist on YouTubeSupport the show⁉️ Want to contact us or share something?Chat to TravelZork, ZorkCast and TravelZork Travel!📧 Email u...
2024-08-2227 min
ZorkCast - Vegas Podcast + Yo-11 Minutes - Casino/Travel Loyalty, Casino Experience, Gambling and Luxury TravelCan Casinos Take Away Your (earned) Free Play? - Yo-11 Podcast (E106 Season 4)🔔 Subscribe to Credit Card Bonus Offer Notifications!🔔 Earn points, travel for less!Never miss a bonus offer again! Choose to follow all credit cards, or just ones you are particularly interested in. When the welcome bonus offer changes, we'll send you an email right away to notify you! --> HEREOn this episode:On this episode: Can casinos take away your (earned) free play? - Trager discusses.News story: Swingers Las Vegas Opening Date.Join the TravelZork FB Group -> HERETravelZork TravelZorkFestWatc...
2024-08-1413 min
ZorkCast - Vegas Podcast + Yo-11 Minutes - Casino/Travel Loyalty, Casino Experience, Gambling and Luxury TravelFor The First Time Las Vegas Had True Luxury… Villas! (E104 Season 4) Yo-11 PODCASTOn this episode: We're talking about when the Mirage Villas were a brand new thing. Trager reads an article about the Mirage Villas from an old copy of Architectural Digest. Las Vegas was referred to as a "Pleasure Zone" which leads to Movestro to coming up with a pickup line. That article Movestro mentioned from VegasBright-> HEREJoin the TravelZork FB Group -> HERETravelZork TravelZorkFestWatch this episode on Youtube -> HEREWatch, Like, and Sub on YouTube...
2024-07-3034 min
ZorkCast - Vegas Podcast + Yo-11 Minutes - Casino/Travel Loyalty, Casino Experience, Gambling and Luxury TravelWhen You Tier Match In Atlantic City and Get A COMP at Wynn Las Vegas - E103 Season 4 Yo-11 PODCASTOn this episode: Trager talks about how to tier match in Atlantic City and Get comps at Wynn Las Vegas even though Wynn has no properties in AC.News: The Coolest Drone Fly Through of Downtown Ever.LINK to Ocean Tier Match-> HERELink to Ocean Match - Tier Match Brochure -> PDF HEREJoin the TravelZork FB Group -> HERETravelZork TravelZorkFestWatch this episode on Youtube -> HEREWatch, Like, and Sub on YouTubeThe...
2024-07-2332 min
ZorkCast - Vegas Podcast + Yo-11 Minutes - Casino/Travel Loyalty, Casino Experience, Gambling and Luxury TravelWynning (Comps) at Wynn Las Vegas and when Black is Platinum - Yo-11 Podcast - E102 Season 4On this episode: Trager discusses When Wynn Black is Actually Platinum.Lakeside at Wynn is closing. Also, whatever happened to Switch restaurant that changed right in front of our eyes? And a funny Natural 9 misunderstanding.LINKS:Lakeside is ClosingSwitchTravelZork TravelZorkFestWatch this episode on Youtube -> HEREWatch, Like, and Sub on YouTubeThe Yo-11 Minutes Playlist on YouTube Support the show⁉️ Want to contact us or share some...
2024-07-1927 min
ZorkCast - Vegas Podcast + Yo-11 Minutes - Casino/Travel Loyalty, Casino Experience, Gambling and Luxury TravelHiatus/Intermission Update - Yo-11 PodcastHiatus/Intermission Update - Yo-11 PodcastAn update on the hiatus of Yo-11 Podcast, when we return, and Trager joins us...artificially for this episode.LINKSTravelZork TravelZorkFestWatch this episode on Youtube -> HEREWatch, Like, and Sub on YouTubeThe Yo-11 Minutes Playlist on YouTubeSupport the show⁉️ Want to contact us or share something?Chat to TravelZork, ZorkCast and TravelZork Travel!📧 Email us: tips@tr...
2024-07-1109 min
ZorkCast - Vegas Podcast + Yo-11 Minutes - Casino/Travel Loyalty, Casino Experience, Gambling and Luxury TravelBoston Bougie: Raffles Hotel Boston, Encore Boston 5th Anniversary - Yo-11 Podcast EPISODE 100! (S3)On this 100th Episode of Yo-11 Podcast. Oops, we annoyed some people when discussing the card pulling method. Michael Trager is in Boston at Raffles Hotel Boston and gives us a room tour and shares photos of his dinner at Encore Boston Harbor during it's 5th Anniversary. Also, hilarity ensues when housekeeping misunderstands the need for more writing pads. There's a crazy Uber story as well.LINKSTravelZork TravelZorkFestWatch this episode on Youtube -> HEREWatch, Like, and Sub...
2024-06-2431 min
ZorkCast - Vegas Podcast + Yo-11 Minutes - Casino/Travel Loyalty, Casino Experience, Gambling and Luxury TravelAMEX Platinum Worth it?Swingers Club in Vegas & Card Pulling - Yo-11 PODCAST E99 Season 3On this episode - Is Amex Platinum Worth it? Trager has your answer. A Swingers Club in Vegas but not as you know it is today's Vegas news. Also, is card pulling considered advantage play of sorts? Let's find out.LINKSTravelZork TravelZorkFestWatch this episode on Youtube -> HEREWatch, Like, and Sub on YouTubeThe Yo-11 Minutes Playlist on YouTubeSupport the show⁉️ Want to contact us or share something?
2024-06-2030 min
ZorkCast - Vegas Podcast + Yo-11 Minutes - Casino/Travel Loyalty, Casino Experience, Gambling and Luxury Travel“A Magical Wynn Las Vegas Journey with craps and baccarat, oh my!" - Yo-11 Podcast E96 Season 3On this episode: Michael Trager discusses his recent Vegas trip.Vegas News: High Roller Turns 10Watch this episode on Youtube -> HEREWatch, Like, and Sub on YouTubeThe Yo-11 Minutes Playlist on YouTubeLinks:TravelZork TravelZorkFestSupport the show⁉️ Want to contact us or share something?Chat to TravelZork, ZorkCast and TravelZork Travel!📧 Email us: tips@travelzork.comor DM
2024-06-0529 min
ZorkCast - Vegas Podcast + Yo-11 Minutes - Casino/Travel Loyalty, Casino Experience, Gambling and Luxury Travel"Show me THE BUFFET at Wynn Las Vegas 2024" - Yo-11 PODCAST E95 Season 3On this episode: Michael Trager discusses his experience at THE BUFFET at Wynn Las VegasWatch this episode on Youtube -> HEREWatch, Like, and Sub on YouTubeThe Yo-11 Minutes Playlist on YouTubeLinks:TravelZork TravelZorkFestSupport the show⁉️ Want to contact us or share something?Chat to TravelZork, ZorkCast and TravelZork Travel!📧 Email us: tips@travelzork.comor DM @TravelZork on Twitter...
2024-06-0425 min
ZorkCast - Vegas Podcast + Yo-11 Minutes - Casino/Travel Loyalty, Casino Experience, Gambling and Luxury Travel"Las Vegas Pools, Dayclubs and Nightclubs. Oh My!" - Yo-11 Podcast E94 Season 3On this episode: Movestro's flying solo for this one while Trager travels.Movestro discusses the news about Resorts World new Elite tier and the changes it has on parking fees for guests. Also, we dive in to Las Vegas Pools, Dayclubs and Nightclubs.Watch this episode on Youtube -> HEREWatch, Like, and Sub on YouTubeThe Yo-11 Minutes Playlist on YouTubeLinks:TravelZork TravelZorkFestSupport the show⁉️ Want to contact us or sh...
2024-05-3010 min
ZorkCast - Vegas Podcast + Yo-11 Minutes - Casino/Travel Loyalty, Casino Experience, Gambling and Luxury TravelRecovering from XS at a Wynn Tower Suite Executive - Las Vegas - Yo-11 Podcast E92 Season 3On This Episode: Trager is in Vegas, and he's recovering from an unexpected night out at XS. He shows us around his Wynn Tower Suite Executive.Watch this episode on Youtube -> HEREWatch, Like, and Sub on YouTubeThe Yo-11 Minutes Playlist on YouTubeLinks:TravelZork TravelZorkFestSupport the show⁉️ Want to contact us or share something?Chat to TravelZork, ZorkCast and TravelZork Travel!📧 Email us: tips...
2024-05-2831 min
ZorkCast - Vegas Podcast + Yo-11 Minutes - Casino/Travel Loyalty, Casino Experience, Gambling and Luxury Travel“Direct Flight: Dublin to Vegas! O’Sheas Memories” - Yo-11 PODCAST E91 Season 3On this episode: Movestro takes the helm today as Trager is out. Talking about Aer Lingus' Dublin to Vegas flight. Also, reading your comments and memories of O'Sheas.Vegas News: South Premium Outlets getting remodeled.Watch this episode on Youtube -> HEREWatch, Like, and Sub on YouTubeThe Yo-11 Minutes Playlist on YouTubeLinks:TravelZork TravelZorkFestSupport the show⁉️ Want to contact us or share something?Chat to Trav...
2024-05-2313 min
ZorkCast - Vegas Podcast + Yo-11 Minutes - Casino/Travel Loyalty, Casino Experience, Gambling and Luxury Travel“Screw New York, Let’s Build a Casino in Thailand!” - Yo-11 Minutes: E76 Season 3On this episode:Michael Trager discusses Sand Corps issues with NYC and choosing to build in Thailand instead.Watch This Episode On YouTube! -- Watch, Like, and Sub on YouTubeThe Yo-11 Minutes Playlist on YouTubeLinks:TravelZork TravelCDC Gaming Article About Sands Thai Casino and NYC MisadventuresContest to win a copy of: Casino Craps for the Winner Leave a comment about this episode below ⬇️Share a link to this episode on Social Media (your choic...
2024-04-1913 min
ZorkCast - Vegas Podcast + Yo-11 Minutes - Casino/Travel Loyalty, Casino Experience, Gambling and Luxury TravelYour Questions Answered: Living In Las Vegas - Yo-11 Minutes: E65 Season 2Your Questions Answered: Living In Las Vegas - Yo-11 Minutes: E65 Season 2On this episode:Trager is out again, he'll be back..promise. Last week I said to send in questions about living in Las Vegas, and today I answer them.Links:TravelZork TravelWatch This Episode On YouTube! -- Watch, Like, and Sub on YouTubeThe Yo-11 Minutes Playlist on YouTubeSupport the show Support the show⁉️ Want to contact us or share something?
2024-03-2516 min
ZorkCast - Vegas Podcast + Yo-11 Minutes - Casino/Travel Loyalty, Casino Experience, Gambling and Luxury Travel“When Vegas Reopened: From Then to Now with Vital Vegas” - Yo-11 Minutes: E64 Season 2“When Vegas Reopened: From Then to Now with Vital Vegas” - Yo-11 Minutes: Episode 64 Season 2On this episode:Trager will be back next week. Today we’re looking at the re-opening of Vegas, the lessons learned from the shutdown, and the new things that have happened since then. I am fortunate enough to be joined by a friend and Vegas blogging legend Scott Roeben, AKA Vital Vegas. Scott shares news and rumors of what’s happening and what’s going to be happening in Las Vegas, via his social media on his website vitalvegas.com
2024-03-2030 min
ZorkCast - Vegas Podcast + Yo-11 Minutes - Casino/Travel Loyalty, Casino Experience, Gambling and Luxury Travel“When Vegas Shut Down: A Local's Perspective” featuring Marc Meltzer - Yo-11 Minutes: E63 Season 2“When Vegas Shut Down: A Local's Perspective” featuring Marc Meltzer - Yo-11 Minutes: E63 Season 2On this episode:Trager is out, Movestro is joined by Marc Meltzer who's writing portfolio includes: TravelZork, EdgeVegas.com, The Lines, Play USA, Play Nevada, Legal Sports Report, Travel Vegas, Front Desk Tip, Vegas Chatter and more. Marc shares his experience as a local in Las Vegas during the shutdown of 2020.Links:TravelZork TravelWatch This Episode On YouTube! -- Watch, Like, and Sub on YouTub...
2024-03-1924 min
ZorkCast - Vegas Podcast + Yo-11 Minutes - Casino/Travel Loyalty, Casino Experience, Gambling and Luxury Travel“Guess the Top Performing Casino Outside of Nevada” - Yo-11 Minutes: E53 Season 2Yo-Eleven MinutesMostly Vegas. No BS. Casino Experience +more⬇️“Guess the Top Performing Casino Outside of Nevada” - Yo-11 Minutes: E53 Season 2 On this episode:“Guess the Top Performing Casino Outside of Nevada” Links:TravelZork Travel https://travelzork.travel/The Other Side of Midnight with Frank Morano on 77WABCTalking casinos and the “huge win” in 2023.Michael Trager interview/episode on February 22, 2024Top Casinos Outside Nevada, More details:U.S. casinos won nearly $67 billion from gamblers last year
2024-02-2318 min
ZorkCast - Vegas Podcast + Yo-11 Minutes - Casino/Travel Loyalty, Casino Experience, Gambling and Luxury Travel“Top Tips When Planning Your European Summer Vacation” - Yo-11 Minutes: E52 Season 2Yo-Eleven MinutesMostly Vegas. No BS. Casino Experience +more⬇️“Top Tips When Planning Your European Summer Vacation” - Yo-11 Minutes: E52 Season 2 On this episode:Michael discusses: Planning tips that will help you make the most out of your European Summer Vacation.Movestro’s News Story: First License granted for Cannabis Smoking Lounge in Las Vegas.Links:TravelZork Travel The Other Side of Midnight with Frank Morano on 77WABCTalking casinos and the “huge win” in 2023.Michael Trager interview/episode on February 22...
2024-02-2218 min
ZorkCast - Vegas Podcast + Yo-11 Minutes - Casino/Travel Loyalty, Casino Experience, Gambling and Luxury TravelYo-11 Minutes: E45 Season 2 “We found the BEST Casino VIP Lounge!”Yo-Eleven MinutesMostly Vegas. No BS. Casino Experience +more⬇️Yo-11 Minutes: E45 Season 2 “We found the BEST Casino VIP Lounge!”On this episode:The show we meant to do yesterday, we did today.Michael Trager reveals the best VIP lounge.News story: All American Cafe at RIO is set to close.Links:[From the archives] Amphora Changes from $10 to $12.50 co-pay (way back when!)Watch, Like and Sub on YouTubeThe Yo-11 Minutes Playlist on YouTubeSupport the show⁉️ Want to co...
2024-02-0124 min
ZorkCast - Vegas Podcast + Yo-11 Minutes - Casino/Travel Loyalty, Casino Experience, Gambling and Luxury TravelYo-11 Minutes: E42 Season 2 "Dragon Tales! - Winning the BACCARAT BATTLE!”Yo-Eleven MinutesMostly Vegas. No BS. Casino Experience +more⬇️Yo-11 Minutes: E42 Season 2 "Dragon Tales! - Winning the BACCARAT BATTLE!”On this episode:Michael discusses The Dragon Bonus of BaccaratMovestro’s News Story: The A’s will still be The A’s, plus a five-day weather forecast.My amazing host and the KING OF Atlantic City, be sure to check out his channel and Facebook Group: Wong’s Casino AdventuresFacebook Group, Wong’s Casino AdventuresBe sure to follow TravelZork on "X!"...
2024-01-2621 min
ZorkCast - Vegas Podcast + Yo-11 Minutes - Casino/Travel Loyalty, Casino Experience, Gambling and Luxury TravelYo-11 Minutes: E37 Season 2 "What Makes a Hotel Exclusive?"Yo-Eleven MinutesMostly Vegas. No BS. Casino Experience +more⬇️Yo-11 Minutes: E37 Season 2 "What Makes a Hotel Exclusive?" On this episode:Michael discusses “What Makes a Hotel Exclusive?”News Story: Golden Gate Turns 118.Watch, Like and Sub on YouTubeThe Yo-11 Minutes Playlist on YouTubeSupport the show⁉️ Want to contact us or share something?Chat to TravelZork, ZorkCast and TravelZork Travel!📧 Email us: tips@travelzork.comor DM @TravelZork on Twitter and Insta 🏨...
2024-01-1619 min
ZorkCast - Vegas Podcast + Yo-11 Minutes - Casino/Travel Loyalty, Casino Experience, Gambling and Luxury TravelYo-11 Minutes: E36 Season 2 "VooDoo Comps Math? Beating the system?"Yo-Eleven MinutesMostly Vegas. No BS. Casino Experience +more⬇️Yo-11 Minutes: E36 Season 2 "VooDoo Comps Math? Beating the system?" On this episode:Michael discusses “Comp Hustling” and if it’s truly “Beating the System”.News Story: Movestro discusses a steak knife stabbing at The Orleans.Links from the show:Via The Daily Mail (Travel Mail) From cozy rooms to an 'airport vibe' and BLANK restaurant menus: Travel expert delivers his verdict on the $3.7billion Fontainebleau - the tallest hotel on the Vegas StripWatch, Lik...
2024-01-1121 min
ZorkCast - Vegas Podcast + Yo-11 Minutes - Casino/Travel Loyalty, Casino Experience, Gambling and Luxury TravelYo-11 Minutes: E34 Season 2 "The ONLY piece of CASINO COMP advice you need!"Yo-Eleven MinutesMostly Vegas. No BS. Casino Experience +more⬇️Yo-11 Minutes: E34 Season 2 "The ONLY piece of CASINO COMP advice you need!"On this episode:Michael spells it out for you on how to make the most of your play, your stay, your comps and your points. Movestro talks about a new Pedestrian Bridge ordinance that can lead to 6 months in the slammer.Links we mentioned: Casino Comps | The Big Play Casino Gambling DayCasino comp advice requires that people talk about their (casino) action and how i...
2024-01-0922 min
ZorkCast - Vegas Podcast + Yo-11 Minutes - Casino/Travel Loyalty, Casino Experience, Gambling and Luxury TravelYo-11 Minutes: E33 Season 2 "Real Gamblers"Yo-Eleven MinutesMostly Vegas. No BS. Casino Experience +more⬇️Yo-11 Minutes: E33 Season 2 "Real Gamblers”On this episode:-Is Atlantic City better for “Real Gamblers”?Michael thinks so, and explains why while Movestro tries to keep calm.-Also discussed: Slot machine odds, hold percentages and Gaming Control and this old Wynn commercial.Watch, Like and Sub on YouTubeThe Yo-11 Minutes Playlist on YouTubeSupport the show⁉️ Want to contact us or share something?Chat to TravelZork, ZorkCast and TravelZork Tra...
2024-01-0529 min
ZorkCast - Vegas Podcast + Yo-11 Minutes - Casino/Travel Loyalty, Casino Experience, Gambling and Luxury TravelYo-11 Minutes: E32 Season 2 "The Non-Guarantee Guarantee"Yo-Eleven MinutesMostly Vegas. No BS. Casino Experience +more⬇️Yo-11 Minutes: E32 Season 2 "The Non-Guarantee Guarantee"On this episode:New Season, New Year.On this episode Movestro talks Interesting PR emails he gets.Michael talks about being wise when booking because there is such a thing as the non-guarantee guarantee.Watch, Like and Sub on YouTubeThe Yo-11 Minutes Playlist on YouTubeSupport the show⁉️ Want to contact us or share something?Chat to TravelZork, ZorkCast and TravelZork Travel!📧...
2024-01-0317 min
ZorkCast - Vegas Podcast + Yo-11 Minutes - Casino/Travel Loyalty, Casino Experience, Gambling and Luxury TravelYo-11 Minutes: Episode 24 "Most Favorite/Ideal Slot Machines"Yo-Eleven MinutesMostly Vegas. No BS. Casino Experience +more⬇️Yo-11 Minutes: Episode 24 "Most Favorite/Ideal Slot Machines"On this episode:-We discuss our favorite and most ideal slot machine games. Trager has a fantasy of combined bonuses. Movestro…his slot machine idea is more of a downer.-News: “Pinky Ring” Lounge by Bruno Mars is going to Bellagio.Watch, Like and Sub on YouTubeThe Yo-11 Minutes Playlist on YouTubeSupport the show⁉️ Want to contact us or share something?Chat to Travel...
2023-11-3018 min
ZorkCast - Vegas Podcast + Yo-11 Minutes - Casino/Travel Loyalty, Casino Experience, Gambling and Luxury TravelYo-11 Minutes: A Yo-Parlay EXTRA! - EXCLUSIVE Interview: Executive Chef Theo Schoenegger of Sinatra at Wynn Las VegasYo-Eleven MinutesMostly Vegas. No BS. Casino Experience +more⬇️Yo-11 Minutes: A Yo-Parlay EXTRA! - EXCLUSIVE Interview: Executive Chef Theo Schoenegger of Sinatra Las Vegas at WynnOn this episode:- Michael Trager Does an Exclusive Interview with Executive Chef Theo Schoenegger of Sinatra at Wynn Las Vegas. Picture yourself stepping back in time, revisiting the iconic San Domenico, one of the most influential Italian restaurants in the US, while hearing from the man who put it on the map - Chef Theo Schoenneger, the executive chef...
2023-11-2704 min
ZorkCast - Vegas Podcast + Yo-11 Minutes - Casino/Travel Loyalty, Casino Experience, Gambling and Luxury TravelYo-11 Minutes: Episode 16 "Boujie Italian: Frank's Way"Yo-Eleven MinutesMostly Vegas. No BS. Casino Experience +more⬇️Yo-11 Minutes: Episode 16 "Boujie Italian: Frank's Way"On this episode:-Trager talks Boujie Italian Food at Sinatra-Durango Resort Pushes Postpones OpeningWatch, Like and Sub on YouTubeThe Yo-11 Minutes Playlist on YouTubeSupport the show⁉️ Want to contact us or share something?Chat to TravelZork, ZorkCast and TravelZork Travel!📧 Email us: tips@travelzork.comor DM @TravelZork on Twitter and Insta 🏨 Luxu...
2023-11-0915 min
ZorkCast - Vegas Podcast + Yo-11 Minutes - Casino/Travel Loyalty, Casino Experience, Gambling and Luxury TravelYo-11 Minutes: Episode 15 “It's BroLuxury, Bro.” #BroLuxuryYo-Eleven MinutesMostly Vegas. No BS. Casino Experience +more⬇️Yo-11 Minutes: Episode 15 “It's BroLuxury, Bro.” #BroLuxuryOn this episode:-Michael Talks Recent Vegas Trip-Movestro talks "hanging" with Michael-"BroLuxury" is definedWatch, Like and Sub on YouTubeThe Yo-11 Minutes Playlist on YouTubeSupport the show⁉️ Want to contact us or share something?Chat to TravelZork, ZorkCast and TravelZork Travel!📧 Email us: tips@travelzork.comor DM @TravelZork on Twitter and Insta ...
2023-11-0819 min
ZorkCast - Vegas Podcast + Yo-11 Minutes - Casino/Travel Loyalty, Casino Experience, Gambling and Luxury TravelYo-11 Minutes: Episode 14 "Sacrificing The Pink Elephant"Yo-Eleven MinutesMostly Vegas. No BS. Casino Experience +more⬇️Yo-11 Minutes: Episode 14 "Sacrificing The Pink Elephant"On this episode:-Trager is Live in Las Vegas-Diamond Inn and The Pink Elephant-Trager’s Travel VibeWatch, Like and Sub on YouTubeThe Yo-11 Minutes Playlist on YouTubeSupport the show⁉️ Want to contact us or share something?Chat to TravelZork, ZorkCast and TravelZork Travel!📧 Email us: tips@travelzork.comor DM @TravelZork on Twitter an...
2023-11-0213 min
ZorkCast - Vegas Podcast + Yo-11 Minutes - Casino/Travel Loyalty, Casino Experience, Gambling and Luxury TravelYo-11 Minutes: Episode 7 "F1'd Up Traffic, ZorkFest 2024 Announced"Yo-Eleven MinutesMostly Vegas. No BS. Casino Experience +more⬇️Yo-11 Minutes: Episode 7 "F1'd Up Traffic, ZorkFest 2024 Announced"ON THIS EPISODE:-F1 Construction = Traffic Issues-Trager looks back on ZorkFest and also talks about ZorkFest 2024Watch, Like and Sub on YouTubeThe Yo-11 Minutes Playlist on YouTubeSupport the show⁉️ Want to contact us or share something?Chat to TravelZork, ZorkCast and TravelZork Travel!📧 Email us: tips@travelzork.comor DM @TravelZork on Twitter and...
2023-10-1812 min
ZorkCast - Vegas Podcast + Yo-11 Minutes - Casino/Travel Loyalty, Casino Experience, Gambling and Luxury TravelYo-11 Minutes: Episode 2 "Reno Moves? RIO Las Vegas Comps + more"Yo-Eleven MinutesMostly Vegas. No BS. Casino Experience +more⬇️Yo-11 Minutes: Episode 2 "Reno Moves? RIO Las Vegas Comps + more"On today's episode: -Trager puts the YO! in Yo-11 minutes-What is the deal with Reno making moves lately?-RIO's new comp program is a game-changer.Watch, Like and Sub on YouTubeThe Yo-11 Minutes Playlist on YouTubeSupport the show⁉️ Want to contact us or share something?Chat to TravelZork, ZorkCast and TravelZork Travel!📧 Email us: tips@trav...
2023-10-0411 min
ZorkCast - Vegas Podcast + Yo-11 Minutes - Casino/Travel Loyalty, Casino Experience, Gambling and Luxury TravelSeason 8 - Episode 139 - Let Them Eat Bread... In Economy Class, Crapless Hullabaloo, Skip Lagging, and a few more secrets!From bread roll controversies to why you may need to think twice about your choice of pizza toppings in Vegas, this episode isn’t one you want to listen to when you’re hungry! There is never a shortage of interesting topics of conversation between Michael and Whiskey Jenn, and by tuning in today, you can expect to learn about the risks of skip-lagging (and what skip-lagging is if you don’t already know) to the pros and cons of crapless craps (and why Michael isn’t generally a fan of this format).Plus, some Vegas Tr...
2023-06-2057 minZorkCast - Vegas Podcast + Yo-11 Minutes - Casino/Travel Loyalty, Casino Experience, Gambling and Luxury TravelSeason 8 - Episode 138 - Due For A Biloxi Tie + Vegas Pool Bonus!This episode is dedicated to #BLX23, the smashing success that was this year’s Biloxi trip! Before we get into it, we have a quick bonus segment with Jen on all things Vegas pools (which we’ll elaborate on in a future episode). Get the inside scoop on the top Vegas pools, including Caesars and MGM properties, and learn how to maximize your drink tickets and cabana rentals.Joining us as a co-host for most of the episode is ‘Vegas Vice’ Elliot, who asks all the relevant questions and shares his casino style, drink of pleasure...
2023-06-121h 00
ZorkCast - Vegas Podcast + Yo-11 Minutes - Casino/Travel Loyalty, Casino Experience, Gambling and Luxury TravelSeason 8 - Episode 137 - Do As I Say, Not As I Do + Lots of Airline (Alliance) TalkIn a text chat with the infamous VegasDuffy, Michael came up with the title of this episode, and Jenn goes on to give us examples of ‘do as I say, not as I do’ from her gambling and travel experiences. Michael and Jenn then explain the importance of limiting your alcohol intake while gambling, how to sequence the way you eat, drink, and gamble correctly, and a quick look at the types of alcohol served on the various airlines and in their lounges. The second half of our conversation comes from a phone call that Mich...
2023-05-1338 min
ZorkCast - Vegas Podcast + Yo-11 Minutes - Casino/Travel Loyalty, Casino Experience, Gambling and Luxury TravelSeason 8 - Episode 134 - Hard Eights, Hot Dads and Handbags!Just back from Harrah’s Lake Tahoe Hotel & Casino, where Michael was cashing in on a Caesars Rewards 10x tier credit multiplier; we jump right into another jam-packed episode with Whiskey Jenn (recording live from Las Vegas) and Michael.... Today’s episode has a bit of everything! We get a call in from Steve, a trip report from Graham from the Cheftimony Podcast, and a whole bunch of advice and helpful ideas from Michael and Jen. There is also an interesting conversation about where and how to play to get the most bang for yo...
2023-04-061h 03ZorkCast - Vegas Podcast + Yo-11 Minutes - Casino/Travel Loyalty, Casino Experience, Gambling and Luxury TravelSeason 8 - Episode 133 - Oh The Places We’ll Go And The (Casino) Tier Points We’ll Earn...This week Michael is coming at you from Harrah’s Lake Tahoe Hotel & Casino, where he is cashing in on a Caesars Rewards 10x tier credit multiplier! We are joined by our fabulous temporary co-host, Whiskey Jen, to discuss how Michael is optimizing this multiplier (despite not being the biggest Caesars fan) and what he has learned from his trip thus far.Tuning in, you’ll hear all about how to get the most out of your stay in Lake Tahoe and Reno and what you can do to ensure your multiplier works for you. Michael shares some...
2023-03-3148 min
ZorkCast - Vegas Podcast + Yo-11 Minutes - Casino/Travel Loyalty, Casino Experience, Gambling and Luxury TravelSeason 8 - Episode 131 - Say What? Whiskey Jenn Knows Vegas!We introduce Whiskey Jenn! Just Listen! Dice - Bourbon - Cigars & more! In the first episode of Season 8, we meet our new temporary co-host Whiskey Jenn, also known by the nickname ‘Doey-Don’t’. Whiskey Jenn is a solo-traveling female who enjoys playing craps. She drinks whiskey, loves sports cars, and occasionally, you’ll find her at a slot machine. Today we get to know her a lot better and hear some helpful tips from her years as a recreational advantage player. Tuning in, you’ll hear about her gambling style, why Vegas is one...
2023-02-1833 min
ZorkCast - Vegas Podcast + Yo-11 Minutes - Casino/Travel Loyalty, Casino Experience, Gambling and Luxury TravelSeason 7 - Episode 130 Topless Power Lunch And Transformative Power AdventureDon’t know what to expect on your upcoming Las Vegas trip? Are you looking for special deals and fabulous events to attend? Then today’s episode is for you! + We end the show with a unique lunch deal you won’t hear on any other podcast! In today’s jammed packed episode, we cover various topics, such as Michael’s upcoming trip to Las Vegas, the itinerary and logistics involved with a typical Las Vegas trip, what unique activity is taking place on the trip, the hierarchy that hotels use for luxury bookings, why setting expectations for upgrad...
2022-06-0949 min
ZorkCast - Vegas Podcast + Yo-11 Minutes - Casino/Travel Loyalty, Casino Experience, Gambling and Luxury TravelSeason 7 - Episode 127 Casino Tier Up and Adventures With The QueenWe have a jam-packed episode for you today! Our resident Brit, Steve White, has recovered from COVID and is back to discuss tiering up and the tier bonuses available via Caesars Rewards Loyalty Program, as well as why we feel that “the party’s over” following the over-generosity of casinos in their attempt to recover from the pandemic. We also discuss resort fee waivers and why you should book your Vegas rooms right away! There are so many exciting things going down at Bally’s Atlantic City, and in this episode, you’ll hear all about them! Furthermore...
2022-04-2641 min
ZorkCast - Vegas Podcast + Yo-11 Minutes - Casino/Travel Loyalty, Casino Experience, Gambling and Luxury TravelSeason 7 - Episode 126 You Never Send Me Loving CardsAfter a minor hiatus, TravelZork is back! Despite the title of this week’s episode, we’re not going to be discussing our love lives. Instead, we’re diving into how you can work around the dramatic rise in flight prices, why you should never, ever use a debit card or cash to pay for your hotel deposit (credit card is the only way to go!), miles&points twitter “wars,” iconic Vegas related podcasts, and some insights into the fury that was released when Caesars Rewards revoked (“claw-back”) Diamond Status from some tier match people. Our Casinos in History mom...
2022-03-3138 min
ZorkCast - Vegas Podcast + Yo-11 Minutes - Casino/Travel Loyalty, Casino Experience, Gambling and Luxury TravelSeason 6 - Episode 121 Vegas Again and Duck Bath BombsWelcome back to the ZorkCast with Michael and Steve. We do some armchair traveling in this episode as Michael takes us along on his recent trip to Las Vegas! He talks us through the entire trip from top to bottom: his airline choice, where he stayed, and what Michael did while he was there. His principal purpose on this particular trip was to check out the new rooms at Wynn Las Vegas, and that’s precisely what he did! Michael thoroughly reviews various hotel and hotel suite products, describing everything from how The Wynn Las Vegas Salon Su...
2021-11-3037 min
ZorkCast - Vegas Podcast + Yo-11 Minutes - Casino/Travel Loyalty, Casino Experience, Gambling and Luxury TravelSeason 6 - Episode 118 Cosmo Vegas Sold - Is it all bad?There has been a shake-up in Vegas recently. For a whopping $5.65 billion, The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas (or Cosmo, as we affectionately refer to it) has been sold by Blackstone to MGM Resorts. Today, we are using this platform to share our thoughts on the changes that will be taking place over the coming months as a result of the sale. By our assessment, some are positive, and some are negative, and you may already have your own opinion on these matters, but hear us out! After our discussion around loyalty programs, alignments, and drinks...
2021-10-2140 min
ZorkCast - Vegas Podcast + Yo-11 Minutes - Casino/Travel Loyalty, Casino Experience, Gambling and Luxury TravelSeason 6 - Episode 117 The British Are Coming (to Las Vegas!)This week Steve and Michael reflect on the exciting news that after 18 months, British folks will finally be able to visit Vegas once more! We discuss the sudden nature of the news and how the shock of it resembles the shock that comes with an unexpectedly positive gambling outcome. Steve gets into the plans he had to visit Caesars Windsor and some of the pros of visiting Canada, like lower costs and a favorable exchange rate. We dig into some of the exciting things that ZorkFest has in store for participants in December and recognize how the...
2021-09-3040 min
ZorkCast - Vegas Podcast + Yo-11 Minutes - Casino/Travel Loyalty, Casino Experience, Gambling and Luxury TravelSeason 6 - Episode 116 A Suckling Pig Gobbled by Piranhas, and Gilbert of GSTPIn case you aren’t already familiar with today’s guest, Gilbert Ott is an ever-curious traveler and one of the world’s leading travel experts. His adventures take him all over the globe, often spanning more than 200,000 miles a year (with the exception of 2020 and 2021, for obvious reasons!), and his travel exploits are regularly featured on Good Morning America, BBC, The Sunday Times, Travel & Leisure, CNN, and other leading news outlets. Obsessed with deals, destinations, and luxury travel, Gilbert is constantly in search of an edge, and shares all of his travel tips and tricks on God Sa...
2021-09-1741 minZorkCast - Vegas Podcast + Yo-11 Minutes - Casino/Travel Loyalty, Casino Experience, Gambling and Luxury TravelSeason 5 - Episode 115 Travel, Miles&Points and loyalty devaluation predictions with Gary LeffToday’s guest, Gary Leff, is one of the foremost experts in the field of miles, points, and frequent business travel, a topic he has covered since 2002. His website View From The Wing (“Thought Leader In Travel”) is one of the leading sources for ‘scoop and details about the travel loyalty world. Co-founder of the frequent flyer community, InsideFlyer.com and named one of the “World’s Top Travel Experts” by Conde’ Nast Traveler, Gary has been a guest on most major news media, profiled in several top print publications, and published broadly on the topic of consumer loyalty. Gary has also be...
2021-05-0350 minZorkCast - Vegas Podcast + Yo-11 Minutes - Casino/Travel Loyalty, Casino Experience, Gambling and Luxury TravelSeason 5 - Episode 114 Can Las Vegas still be considered a value destination?What does value mean to you? Value is subjective, and therefore, something that holds value for one person will not necessarily hold value for another. That is the focus of today’s episode, in relation, of course, to Las Vegas. Steve and Michael share what value means to them in terms of accommodation, drinks, and food in Vegas, and Steve poses a question that will make you think about where your values lie. Michael and Steve shed light on what things were like in Las Vegas many years ago, compared to what they are like now, including th...
2021-04-1635 minZorkCast - Vegas Podcast + Yo-11 Minutes - Casino/Travel Loyalty, Casino Experience, Gambling and Luxury TravelSeason 5 - Episode 113 Have you heard about Covid?Many people are making a fuss about having to adhere to COVID restrictions while traveling, and today we respond to this trend, with our old friend Michael Friedman as our guest. If you feel like you don’t want to be told what to do, rather stay home and wait for this pandemic to blow over, instead of traveling anyway and then making a scene on social media about how terrible of a time you had. Many parts of the world still have to follow strict restrictions, and Las Vegas is no different. Your travel experience will no...
2021-04-0138 minZorkCast - Vegas Podcast + Yo-11 Minutes - Casino/Travel Loyalty, Casino Experience, Gambling and Luxury TravelSeason 5 - Episode 111 Jeff Does Vegas on ZorkCastToday we welcome fellow podcast extraordinaire Jeff Walker onto the show to talk Vegas with our co-hosts, Michael and Steve. As the mind and voice behind Jeff Does Vegas, he reports on a range of topics while sharing his advice on how you can get the most out of your trip to the Entertainment Capital of the World. We open our show by chatting about Canada’s casino scene and how it’s been affected by pandemic lockdowns. Michael opens up about his recent time in Harrah’s Southern California before touching on the confusion surrounding American and UK...
2021-02-1951 minZorkCast - Vegas Podcast + Yo-11 Minutes - Casino/Travel Loyalty, Casino Experience, Gambling and Luxury TravelSeason 5 - Episode 110 Back To Vegas and Encore Boston Harbor UpdatesMichael is back, and today Steve asks him all about his trip to Encore Boston Harbor and, you guessed it, Las Vegas! We kick off the show by catching up with both Michael and Steve. After hearing about cold weather and avoiding fashion choices that’ll raise eyebrows at PETA, we tuck into the fleshy bits of the show. Michael shares his recent experiences at Encore Boston Harbor as he touches on the casino’s impressive COVID protocols, along with his hotel experiences. We then hear from Michael about his trip to Vegas as he explains the new...
2021-02-1451 min