Hurdy Gurdy Travel Podcast

27/01/2025

Last night's comped drinks at Pinky's by Vanderpump: The Dirty Dog (martini) & Flip The Bird

26/01/2025

Thanks to Destination Jackpot for interviewing me about casinos, miles, and points.

https://youtu.be/0uPdDCw7K90?si=fHIdyK1FDJzHwMzk

Join us for another “Secrets Revealed” interview with Justin as he gives the best tips for earning more points at the casino plus ai...

26/01/2025

I'm back at Hash House A Go Go inside Rio Las Vegas for a comp breakfast with Hyatt Globalist status.

The current version of the Globalist breakfast offers most of the menu entrees, including the veggie hash I ordered & a hot and cold drink.

25/01/2025

Breakfast at Amex Centurion Lounge Las Vegas

25/01/2025

V***n Salad at Diablo's Cantina inside Luxor Las Vegas

Using MGM comps and earning a rebate from a secret shopper review site makes this negative cost :)

25/01/2025

Steamed vegetables in bamboo basket last night at the newly reopened Noodles restraurant inside Bellagio Las Vegas

24/01/2025

Which comp drink should I order tonight at Pinky's by Vanderpump?

I drank the Pinky Colada, Jailbird, and The Papa Nick. Pinky Colada was my favorite.

All drinks under $25 are comped with Caesars Diamond Plus status.

24/01/2025

Matcha drink, The Papa Nick, at Pinky's by Vanderpump at Flamingo Las Vegas

Workdog vodka, orange liquor, matcha, pineapple, lemon, sage, mint, aquafaba, soda

Four free drinks a day with Caesars Rewards Diamond Plus status

24/01/2025

I recently stayed at Desert Rose Resort in Las Vegas using only 15k Wyndham points earned thanks to the Wyndham Business Earner credit card.

The room was spacious with a large living room, kitchen area, and bedroom.

When rates are high elsewhere and comp offers are low, this is a good choice. Wyndham points eventually expire, too.

24/01/2025

Year of the Snake at Aria Las Vegas

23/01/2025

Four free drinks a day in Las Vegas with Caesars Diamond Plus status!

I used all four with Rustin Coziahr.

23/01/2025

Spinach and artichoke dip & Impossible Burger with side salad at Tom's Watch Bar Las Vegas!

A MyVegas reward gives a free starter with entree purchase.

Comps from MGM Mastercard spending pay for the remaining balance.

22/01/2025

Chinese New Year in Las Vegas!

22/01/2025

Last night, I used my Caesars Rewards Diamond Plus status for comp specialty drinks at the new Pinky's by Vanderpump restaurant at Flamingo Las Vegas!

The Pinky Colada has great taste, so I got two with alcohol and one without (they were strong!).

I used a comp drink offer at Planet Hollywood Starbucks earlier in the day.

I'll return to Pinky's tonight for sure.

Four comp drinks a day in Vegas!

22/01/2025

I released a new Hurdy Gurdy Travel Podcast travel video.

Join me for a walkthrough of my Executive King Suite upgrade at MGM Grand Las Vegas, thanks to the MyVegas games & the MGM Mastercard.

Join Justin Vacula on the Hurdy Gurdy Travel Podcast as he provides an in-depth room tour of the executive king suite at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas, recorded...

22/01/2025

With Rustin Coziahr yesterday in Las Vegas

Aria Moneyline restuarant

We used two MyVegas $20 off $40 at Moneyline rewards, $80 of food for $40

He got the Okie Dokie Artichokie pizza + Gelato Trio for his $40 ($20)

I got grilled veggie sandwich, hummus starter, garlic knots.

Tons of food!

You can also use MGM comps earned from MGM Mastercard spending to pay for the remaining balance

21/01/2025

I released a new Hurdy Gurdy Travel Podcast YouTube video from my recent Atlantis trip.

Enjoy the vibrant colors, dynamic dancers, and energetic music of the Junkanoo Parade.

Join Justin Vacula of the Hurdy Gurdy Travel Podcast as he takes you to the lively Junkanoo Parade at Marina Village, Atlantis Paradise Island Resort in the ...

20/01/2025

Complimentary VIP lounge with MGM Platinum status and a room reservation at MGM Grand Las Vegas!

Find light breakfast and lunch food, including hot drinks & an espresso machine.

The lobby and VIP room are decorated for Chinese New Year.