Many people think that in order to get “comps” or complimentary items from casinos and resorts, one must be a true high-roller. This has to be one of the biggest misconceptions in Las Vegas. You do not have to blow millions of dollars in a casino in order for the folks to take notice of your playing there. You do not even have to blow thousands of dollars. In Las Vegas, all it takes is a steady gambling record and a little bit of tenacity to receive the spoils. By knowing who to talk to and exactly what to ask, you can be earning free stuff in Las Vegas in little or no time.
Casinos are ready and willing to give free stuff away to the masses. They provide complimentary drinks to folks while they are gambling in order to increase their betting levels. If you start throwing around lots of bets in Las Vegas, they will hook you up with more than just free drinks. Typically, pit bosses and casino managers do not begin to even consider “comping” something for a player unless they are betting ten dollars per had. If you are at the blackjack table and you consistently play ten dollar hands for a couple of hours, there is a good chance you have something free coming your way. It all comes down to who you talk to and what you say to them.
If you want to get the best comps, make sure you find the pit boss or the floor man at the casino. He will be the guy who can make it happen. If you can find them just before you are ready to leave a table, they will likely tell you exactly how long you need to play in order to qualify for certain complimentary items. Las Vegas veterans know that it is better to ask the pit boss for a complimentary “dinner” instead of a “buffet”, as the dinners in Vegas represent the more upscale restaurant. Another interesting item that you can receive is a line pass. With this pass, you can move to the front of the line at an event or a restaurant. Typically, smaller limit players can only score a line pass for a single event. The big boys of Vegas can get the line pass that is good for their entire stay, meaning that they will never have to wait in line for anything.
If the timing is right and you have played enough in the casino, they will give you free things. Do not expect to have your entire stay comped unless you spend some large cash, but you may be able to score a free meal or two because of your steady work in the casino. Take advantage of these bonuses, as they make Las Vegas that much more enjoyable.
