April 14, 2017 By Donkin

I recently visited Atlantic City utilizing my Diamond Aspiration II privilege from Total Rewards. Diamond Aspiration II provides free airfare and 4 nights free stay at any Total Rewards Hotel. I chose Caesar’s Palace on the Atlantic City boardwalk. Atlantic City – A Gambler’s Dream Being a Las Vegas resident and typically being disappointed with any casino outside Las Vegas, I expected Atlantic City to trail Las Vegas in every way, but I was pleased to find Atlantic City surpassing

December 02, 2016 By Donkin

Updated Dec 3, 2017 Approaching the end of the year, it is a good idea to make sure you know where you stand with the Total Rewards program. Since tier points reset on January 1 and tier points determine what level you reach for the year, which you keep for 5 months into the following year, as well as which milestone perks such as Diamond Aspirations, if you are close to reaching a higher tier, you may want to put

November 02, 2016 By Donkin

This has been a long and eventful year with tons of traveling and tons of poker. I’m ready to increase the traveling and reduce the poker! When I set out to reach Seven Stars at the beginning of the year, I didn’t quite understand the stress it would put on me. It’s just a tad too much play on a monthly basis. In fact, I probably would have given up if not for some bonus points awarded through a promotion.

September 14, 2016 By Donkin

Continuing with my once-a-week spa-day in Las Vegas, this time I visited Paris Las Vegas. While the fitness center was slightly more stocked than Harrah’s, I just can’t stand not having windows! Running on the treadmill while watching the happenings at the Harrah’s pool was a far better experience for me. For more on that… Paris Las Vegas Spa and Fitness Center Review (Paris Spa by Mandara)   Paris Diamond Lounge The Diamond Lounge on the other hand was in

September 09, 2016 By Donkin

With all the benefits we receive from Total Rewards for being Diamond Card members, I seem to neglect to use them. There are freeroll grinders in this town who only survive due to Diamond Lounges… I decided to spend an afternoon on the strip and enjoy the Harrah’s Spa and Fitness Center and then fill myself on the free finger foods at the Harrah’s Diamond Lounge (actually they had Orange Chicken which was great!). When I arrived at the 4th