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Contents IN EVERY ISSUE 04 EDITOR’S NOTE 06 PLAYERS TALK 08 NEW SLOTS 14 WINNING WAYS 18 FEATURE STORY 22 ARIZONA LOTTERY 24 TABLE GAMES 26 TRAVEL 28 GAMING NEWS 30 LAUGHLIN, NEVADA 32 CASINO ENTERTAINMENT 34 SAMI’S SMACKDOWN

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36 FUN & GAMES 38 CASINO DIRECTORY

WINNING IS JUST AROUND THE CORNER AT COCOPAH CASINO & RESORT IN YUMA, AZ!

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Interblock’s Stadium Electronic Table Games lets guests play multiple table games all at once!

Why not win a jackpot for the Holiday season? Play an Arizona Lottery Holiday game and win!

Las Vegas-style casino action, award winning dining, and more. The perfect choice for a weekend getaway!

STADIUM TABLE GAMES AT GILA RIVER CASINOS

ARIZONA LOTTERY’S SIX HOLIDAY SCRATCHERS

ROUTE 66 CASINO HOTEL NEAR ALBUQUERQUE

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EDITOR’S NOTE

HOLIDAY PRESENTS

Your Authority On Everything Gaming

Which Gifts Are Good Or Bad Luck?

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VOLUME 09 • ISSUE 12 MANAGING DIRECTOR Elizabeth Torma liz@azgamingguide.com

he gift giving season is upon us and I wanted to remind our readers that for many superstitious people (and gamblers) certain gifts are considered good or bad luck!

If you are giving a wallet or a purse, include money in it. This guarantees the wallet or purse will never be empty. When giving cash, give in odd amounts such as $21, $51, or $101, etc. Don’t give clocks or watches as gifts as they symbolize time running out for the person receiving the gift. Gifts of knives and scissors are to be avoided as, symbolically, the bond of friendship or family will be broken.

Thanks to our readers for always providing us with feedback about our magazine.

We appreciate you and are grateful for your loyalty. Please don’t hesitate to reach out and let us know what you think and keep all of your questions rolling in. We get a lot of them, both handwritten and emailed, so it may take a while to get back to all of you, but we do love reading them, and responding. And, while we select some for publication by committee, we are working on being able to share all of them with all of you! Stay tuned!

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PLAYERS TALK

Q: Your Players Talk is my favorite part of your magazine that I pick up at Cocopah Casino. In the Table Games [section] in your October [2017] issue, it stated [regarding slot machines] "the higher the denomination, the better the odds for the player." Does the same hold true on a [slot] machine where you can choose the denomination you wish to play? Thank you.

Nadine L.—Yuma, AZ A: Thank you Nadine for your feedback! What a great question as the answer is not as straightforward as “Yes” or “No.” Having designed slot machines for a variety of manufacturers from the ground up, we know slot machines are leased, rented, or sold to casinos with a variety of configurable options. One of those options is the payback percentage.

Casinos will set the payback percentage, what was referred to as “odds” in the October 2017 Table Games article by Al Moe, once a game arrives on their floor. In the event a casino decides to install a slot machine with multiple denominations, say penny and two cent, the option exists for a different payback percentage to be enabled for each denomination.

Of course, just because the option exists doesn't mean a casino will choose to use the option. Think about this, when you or I purchase a new car, just because one of the features that comes with the vehicle is four wheel drive doesn't mean we’ll ever use four wheel drive.

Since we can’t expect a casino to answer these questions about payback percentages for patrons, we’ll have to do a little investigating on our own to determine if the higher denomination on the multi-denomination slot is using a higher payback percentage (better odds).

Publicly available data at the Nevada Gaming Control Board confirms the following fact: The higher the denomination on a slot machine, the higher the payback percentage, or the better the odds, or the lower the house hold percentage.

Of course, this is all accounting for the proverbial “long run” timeframe. In the short term, because all slot machines use random number generators, and as each spin is independent of the next, players may not experience the “better odds” from one spin to the next, or even across the next 100 spins. But once you are already out in the 10,000 or 100,000 or even 1,000,000 spins you, as a player, are approaching the “long run” scenario.

Since most casino patrons are actually “long run” players over a lifetime, playing at a higher denomination will improve your “long run odds” on slot machines. However, be smart! Bring an acceptable bankroll based on your personal situation only for your entertainment to a casino.

The first way to tell if a slot machine’s payback percentage is different between denominations, or between casinos for that matter (even at the same denomination!), is to memorize the reel strips. It’s not as hard as it sounds!

If five reel strips is too much for you, just start with one reel strip. Find the “important” symbols on the reel strip like Wilds, Bonus, or other high value symbols. Then take careful note of the two symbols above and below each important symbol.

Write it down if you have to. For example, the order might be King, Jack, Bonus, Happy Hyena, Queen just around one Bonus symbol.

Then switch denominations (or casinos if you are interested in the same game elsewhere and want to compare which casino has the better odds for your game) and pay attention to the reel strip symbol order you just copied down. Are you still seeing King, Jack, Bonus, Happy Hyena, Queen? If so, this implies the same payback percentage. Or, did the order change? If so, this implies a different payback percentage which probably isn’t lower as the denomination went up!

Of course you’ll need to apply this methodology to all the reel strips and all of the important symbols to be sure, but as soon as you can notice one difference somewhere on the reel strip, you know you are on to a change in the payback percentage!

The second place of interest are the bonus games to find telltale clues about a change in payback percentages. In the case of free game bonuses, the change in payback percentage is also hiding in the reel strips. Just apply the same methodology we listed above.

In the case of credit bonuses where you pick objects or spin a wheel, you’ll have to write down your bonus wins over at least 50 bonuses and calculate an average for each denomination. If one average is significantly higher (10% or more) than the other, I think you also have a clue as to which denomination had the better odds.

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NEW SLOTS

Interblock Stadium Now At Gila River Hotels And Casinos

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he electronic table games manufacturer Interblock Gaming has created a stadium electronic table games experience which is making its way onto casino floors around the country. Fortunately for players here in Arizona, this unique experience is only available at all three Gila River Hotels and Casinos in the Phoenix area!

Patrons at Lone Butte Casino and Vee Quiva Hotel & Casino can play Blackjack, Craps and Roulette all at the same time! Patrons at Wild Horse Pass Hotel & Casino (WHP) can play four games (Blackjack, Craps, Roulette and Baccarat) at the same time!

All from the comfort of an individual play station, players can wager on one or more traditional table games at once with low and high bets, enjoy faster gameplay, utilize a Blackjack strategy card and make “Lucky Shooter” side bets for Craps.

Ismael Barrera, Director of Slots at Gila River Gaming Enterprises said, “We wanted to bring something unique and exciting to our players at WHP, the Interblock Stadium Style Platform will offer Blackjack, Craps, Roulette and Baccarat from any of the 30 seats. The addition of the Interblock Stadium at WHP complements all gaming areas and gives our players more choices to enjoy their experience!”

Richard Strafella, Chief Executive Officer at Gila River Gaming Enterprises said, “In the center of all the action at WHP comes a 30 seat stadium arena that features not just one but four electronic table games from Blackjack to Craps and Roulette to Baccarat. The action is nonstop! Arizona hasn’t seen anything like this! Four game choices on one monitor. If you’re playing Roulette and a player next to you is on a roll at dice, just switch your game and you can be part of the action!”

For advanced table games players, Interblock Stadium is a must! For players new to table games or to electronic table games, Interblock Stadium offers a fun and complete experience to users while learning the games at their own pace.

For more on any of the three Gila River Hotels and Casinos, visit WinGilaRiver.com. For more on Interblock’s games visit InterblockGaming.com. $

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NEW SLOTS

Tabasco Now At Desert Diamond Casino In Tucson

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ire up your jackpots at Desert Diamond Casino Tucson with the Tabasco video slot from IGT! Coming to Tucson for the first time, it features five jackpot levels based on popular flavors of Tabasco brand Pepper Sauces and a golden pepper.

The jackpot bonus can be triggered through the base game and the free spins bonus. In the jackpot bonus, players must choose from ten tabasco peppers on a cafĂŠ table. Select a winning pepper and a spinning carousel with Tabasco brand Pepper Sauces and possibly the golden pepper will appear. When the carousel stops, the item facing forward will award its jackpot. Get ready to spice up your game, only at Desert Diamond Casino Tucson!

For more information on the latest slots, visit DDCAZ.com, call 1.866.DDC.WINS (1.866.332.9461), or follow on Facebook (/ddcaz), Twitter (@DiamondCasinos), and Instagram (@DiamondCasinos). For more on IGT’s games visit IGT.com. $

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Coming Soon

NEW SLOTS

Wrecking Ball

By IGT

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he brand new IGT Wrecking Ball Video Slots are sure to be a smash hit on any casino floor! Housed on the CrystalCurve cabinet, the title’s base game features a unique 5x4x7x6 reel interface and offers players 840 ways to win!

During the base game, crane symbols that land at the bottom of a reel trigger the dynamic Wrecking Ball feature. This feature includes an exciting crane animation that swings through the reels, crushing symbols and imploding buildings, leaving behind a trail of wild symbols that offer opportunities for big wins. The Smash Bonus feature is triggered when a bonus symbol lands on reels one and four. Players interact with a virtual crane by moving the digital joystick left and right to target and select a building to smash, which then reveals a prize.

For more info on IGT’s slots visit IGT.com. $

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WINNING WAYS

By Mark Novak

CLIFF CASTLE CASINO HOTEL Debuts Largest Non-Smoking Slots Area In Arizona & More!

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liff Castle Casino Hotel, located in picturesque Camp Verde, Arizona, is in the process of completing a 122 room hotel tower, a 5,000 square foot conference and event center, and multiple resort amenities including an indoor pool, fitness center, gift shop, and more!

While the conference and event center are essentially finished and will be put to use as early as New Year’s Eve, and the hotel is scheduled to be open for guests as early as the first quarter of 2018, a very important addition to the slot floor is ready for play immediately—Cliff Castle Casino Hotel’s non-smoking slot area!

At over 100 machines strong, this is the largest non-smoking slot area in Arizona. To play your favorite slots in the comfort of a non-smoking environment, simply walk in the main entrance of the casino and head to your left. Easily identified with a prominently lighted sign, the non-smoking slot section connects the main casino floor to the new hotel lobby. Plus, Video Poker players who prefer a non-smoking environment will find plenty of IGT Game Kings to play among the 108 units there!

James Perry, Director of Marketing at Cliff Castle Hotel, said, “We are accomplishing two important goals with this new addition to our casino. We are responding to our guests’ input to have a non-smoking slot section, and we also want to provide a pleasant smoke-free environment throughout the hotel. This new non-smoking section enables us to work together with our Facilities Department in order to accommodate our guests at the casino and at the hotel. We are very excited to have the largest non-smoking slot section in Arizona and the response from our guests is positive!”

The new non-smoking experience on the slot floor is not the only change Cliff Castle Casino Hotel has instituted. Recently, several banks of penny video slots, 22 machines total, had their payback percentages increased by the casino’s new Director of Slots, Ron Ingoglia who added, “I am excited, in my position here, to be able to make some of our penny games looser for our guests! My team and I made sure to make them easily visible to all our patrons. Just look for the toppers identifying the machines as you walk across the casino floor.”

So, a new, expansive non-smoking section, looser games, a 46 slot & Video Poker High Limit Room, all your favorite slots on the casino floor, Video Poker, Blackjack, restaurants, entertain-

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ment, multiple dining options from the Three Sisters Deli to Storyteller’s Steakhouse, a bowling alley, a Kid’s Quest and an arcade for the little ones, a brand new conference and entertainment center, a new hotel coming soon; all available under one roof at Cliff Castle Casino Hotel! What could a casino guest possibly expect on top of all of this? An excellent Player’s Club program with incredible promotions, that’s what!

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one Castle Club member will spin the wheel to win up to $1,800 every half hour! At 12:30am, one lucky Castle Club member will have the opportunity to spin the wheel for a chance to win $118,000!

Cliff Castle Casino Hotel is providing three unique New Year’s Eve experiences on December 31 for their guests. The first is “Noon” Year’s Eve at (you guessed it!) Noon with a Neil Diamond tribute act, food, drawings, and more in the brand new event center. The second is the traditional New Year’s Eve celebration featuring popular Valley of the Sun casino band, Furious George. The third is Mike Reeves playing in the Dragonfly Nightclub. Both New Year’s Eve shows are free and both start at 9pm.

Personally, as a Castle Club member, I’d be there for both events. There’s no reason why you can’t start the party early on New Year’s Eve! Cliff Castle Casino Hotel is an enterprise of the Yavapai-Apache Nation located in Camp Verde, Arizona at Exit 289 on I-17 between The Phoenix Metro Area and Flagstaff near Sedona.

For more about the casino, including their bus program from Phoenix and surrounding communities, visit their website at CliffCastleCasinoHotel.com or call 1.800.381.SLOT (7568). $

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s 2017 cools down, Cocopah Casino & Resort is turning up the heat. There are so many new exciting changes coming to the best casino in Yuma, that we cannot wait to share them with you.

guests can play the latest in slot technology. Visit the Cocopah website for the latest on slot title updates. Cocopah also offers Blackjack - with limits up to $200 per wager. Table Master Fusion also offers virtual 3 Card Poker, now at Cocopah.

The Cocopah Rewards Club offers four card levels, each with unique rewards and incentives for guests to play with their card.

Cocopah is also happy to offer more of the games you love, which is why they are now home to Planet Bingo, the future of Bingo technology. Planet Bingo’s electronics have changed the way we play Bingo and it’s exciting, fun, and most of all—easy!

You can even play as many paper cards as you want as well while letting the electronics play for you. All you have to do is sit back, relax and yell “Bingo!”

The Classic Card is free to all guests who join the Cocopah Rewards Club. As you earn points, you work your way up to the Plus level, which includes great benefits including discounts on retail items and restaurants.

Cocopah values, respects and salutes all veterans and active military, which is why they are proud to offer the Patriot Card to members of the armed forces. The Patriot Card includes all the benefits of the Plus level and has a unique look to honor the men and women who have served this country.

The Preferred Card includes all the benefits of the Plus Card and much more, including access to VIP lines at the Rewards Club, VIP parking, exclusive drawings and events.

Cocopah features 500+ slots; including Double Double Gold, Hotter Than Blazes, Aztec Sol, Quick Hit Riches and many more player favorites. Exciting new games are added regularly so that

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Skip the lines by putting credits on your account to purchase games through Buy-on-the-Fly right from your PHD unit and with Bonanza Trades, you can trade a card you don’t like for two new cards and only pay a dollar!

Join the game at any time with GemHunt where you can play up to 36 cards a game and 20 games per hour with progressive bonus jackpots in all games. Other progressive jackpots are offered through QuickPlay which has a variety of game themes packed with exciting Bingo action and multiple ways with a chance to win up to $8,000 per game!

Cocopah now exclusively offers Planet Poker and Planet Keno.

These amazing additions to your Bingo experience allow you to

play the hottest Poker and Keno games from your Planet Bingo unit. You can buy in or cash out whenever you’d like. Play Keno and Poker at the same time as your Bingo game, on the same screen, so you’ll never miss a Bingo!

Last, but not least, is VIPick’em, our favorite electronic pick game. Play with paper, electronics, or both! Save your favorite numbers to your account and save time!

Voted the best place in Yuma to play Bingo for ten consecutive years, Bingo is called seven days a week with matinee sessions available on select days.

Cocopah offers Prime Time Rewards every Thursday. Guests 55 years or better are able to play for food credit and participate in drawings.

For the foodies out there, the Artisan Restaurant offers a variety of American and Southwestern entrées. The Artisan Restaurant serves an a la carte menu daily. The breakfast buffet is served every morning for only $10.99 per person. And, of course, don’t forget about your favorite Seafood & Prime Rib Friday Night Buffet for only $23.99 available from 5 to 9pm. Cocopah also has a late night option available; The Snack Bar is open Wednesday through Sunday from 5pm to midnight.

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Enjoy drinks and entertainment at The Sunset Lounge, Sports Bar or River’s Edge Bar. The Sunset Lounge offers a comfortable retreat as you wind down from your hectic day. For a buzzing atmosphere, stop by the lively River’s Edge Bar. And, on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday nights, you won’t want to miss the amazing bar specials! Cocopah's Sports Bar is the perfect place to watch the top sporting events on a 100" projection screen TV. The Cocopah Resort and Conference Center is the perfect place for conferences, events, parties, or a getaway for a few days of fun and relaxation. Accommodations are quiet and comfortable, with a modern Southwestern twist. Their resort features a heated pool and Jacuzzi with a comfortable deck for lounging.

Within walking distance of Cocopah is the Wild River Family Entertainment Center, the first of its kind in the Somerton and Yuma areas. This state-of-the-art facility features 24 lanes of bowling, laser tag, a bar with fire pit and a large arcade.

Grab your clubs and head to the golf course. Cocopah boasts 2 golf courses - the Cocopah Bend RV & Golf Resort and the 9hole “best kept secret,” Rio Colorado Golf Course. RVers can enjoy dry camping adjacent to the casino with over 100 spaces in addition to the Cocopah RV Resort, which features over 800 spaces.

So how can you stay tuned to all these new changes? Why not use their newly designed, user friendly website? Get all the information you need on all things Cocopah.

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Good things are happening at Cocopah! Cocopah is rewarding its Club members with exciting promotions and more. Not only that, players can redeem their points for Rewards Play, gas, food, and much more. If you are not a member, visit the Club on your next visit to unlock all that Cocopah has to offer. Plus, receive up to $100 in Rewards Play just for joining the Club!

With all these changes, the only thing you will recognize is the friendly staff, top-notch customer service and a safe, clean environment where you can relax and enjoy yourself.

If you are traveling to Yuma, “Cocopah Is Just Around The Corner.” Take exit I-8 at 16th Street – go west to Avenue B then south on Highway 95, or set your smartphone’s navigation to Cocopah Casino & Resort located at 15318 S. Ave. B in Somerton, Arizona. For more information, visit CocopahResort.com. $

ARIZONA LOTTERY

By Megan Conner

SIX NEW SCRATCHERS TICKETS! Arizona Lottery Welcomes The Holiday Season With New Games

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he holidays are here, and the Arizona Lottery is ready to celebrate with new Holiday Scratchers tickets! With a collection of six festive instant tickets, players will be able to find the perfect gift this holiday season.

An exciting addition to this year’s collection is a $20 ticket. Players can now celebrate the holidays with games starting from $1 to $20. This year’s cash prizes ranging from $1 to $500,000 are sure to create holiday cheer among players!

For the perfect stocking stuffer, players can purchase the White Elephant Scratchers ticket for $1. Overall odds of winning any cash prize are one in 4.36 and players can win a grand prize of $500.

For those pet-loving players, the $2 Feliz Navidog Scratchers ticket has three adorable dogs decked out in festive holiday gear.

This ticket will have players drooling over the chance to win up to $10,000 and even the possibility to double their winnings.

The classic crossword Scratchers ticket is a player favorite and this season, players can purchase a holiday edition crossword. The Candy Cane Crossword Scratchers ticket is available for $3 and offers a grand prize of $20,000.

Players will recognize the fan-favorite Holiday 7 Scratchers ticket with its eye-catching design. The $5 ticket has a prize pool of more than $4 million and also has a multiplier option. If players scratch to reveal a lucky 7, they could double their winnings.

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Not only is the new Holiday Riches Scratchers ticket flashy, but it couples unique game play with exciting prizes. The $10 ticket offers instant prizes as well as the chance to multiply winnings by 10 times and with a grand prize of $100,000, players will have a lot to celebrate this time of year.

This season, the Arizona Lottery gave its players another reason for holiday cheer! The Gifts of Gold Scratchers ticket is the first $20 ticket that the Lottery has introduced in its holiday collection. This ticket has a grand prize of $500,000. With the chance to multiply winnings by twenty times and overall odds of one in 2.76, this seasonal game will quickly become a player favorite!

Players won’t want to miss out on this year’s holiday instant games with familiar holiday themes, festive play areas and exciting grand prizes. Whether you are shopping for the perfect stocking stuffer or an extra holiday bonus for yourself, these tickets will make the perfect present! For more information, visit ArizonaLottery.com. $

TABLE GAMES

By Al Moe

TABLE GAME PSYCHOLOGY Profiling Gamblers—Which Type Are You?

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asinos use a lot of psychology to get you in the door.

Ads that show beautiful people having the time of their lives are just the beginning. Low food prices, room deals, and loyalty programs take it a little further. The subtle things in those ads, or not in the ads, are a lure too!

The property always looks upscale, safe, and fun. There are no dishes to do, or children to watch or pick up after. It’s an adult playground. Yippee! Just bring your cash, but you knew that, right?

It’s not underhanded, and it’s not subtle, but that’s the whole point at the casino. They can serve you an awesome meal, and they’ll let you gamble up a storm, but the outcome is up to you.

To have fun or not, win or lose.

That’s right; casinos offer fun and excitement, time away from the worries of the day. And, the table games offer comradery.

Just keep in mind the house has the edge. That’s the rub. The casino is there to win. It’s enough to make you quit playing, but you won’t. I won’t either because I love the excitement. It’s the adrenaline rush that gets me.

So, think about why you gamble before you go out to play.

Then, take a few steps to ensure you have a good time.

The Social Gambler Maybe you just want a little social interaction. Not only can you banter with the dealer, but the other players can be a joy at the blackjack table. Most of them. You have my permission to ignore the annoying ones.

If you do gamble to be social, then enjoy your company or try another table. Don’t try to keep up with the other players, their prodigious drinking or their huge bets. Play your game at your own pace. Drink in moderation and bet what you can afford.

The casino is a bad place to show off.

Another psychological stumbling block is knowing when to quit. Don’t hang with the crowd to fit in. It’s time to quit when you get tired or aren’t playing well. There’s nothing wrong with quitting early, win or lose. Trust me.

Playing for the Rush Many players crave the “high” they get from gambling, that rush when the rollercoaster zooms downward, and they really

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don’t know if it will stay on the tracks. Hey, I empathize. I love the unknown, but I hate to lose, so I have a simple solution. I set a time limit.

It’s a good way to limit lost evenings and lost fortunes. Get your kicks, but save enough for another chance to have fun next week. The best part of a time limit is you’ll savor every minute at the casino that much more.

Escapism According to psychological studies, escapism is a major reason why people gamble. And, it’s a valid one, even if some players won’t admit it. Often, the money is of limited consequence.

That’s a problem.

Hobbies are great, and gambling can be a hobby, a way to escape the daily grind. Still, nobody ever solved their problems by taking out their frustrations on their bankroll. If you’re drifting off to gamble and escape, enjoy yourself, but keep a tight rein on your emotions, and your money!

Let us know what you think about this article! Send us an e-mail to editor@azgamingguide.com with “Al’s Table Games” as the subject. Good luck! $

Writer Al Moe has worked in the casino industry for many years.

He has lived and worked in Las Vegas, Reno, and Lake Tahoe. He also attended the University of Nevada, Reno. He is an avid writer and blogger, author of “Vegas and the Mob"—available at Amazon.

He is also the proud father of four beautiful girls.

TABLE GAMES

By TJ Jorgensen

THE BEST BLACKJACK IN PHOENIX My Opinions On The Best Games And Tournaments

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layers often ask me, “Where's the best place to play Blackjack in the Phoenix area?” From my personal experience, the answer to the question lies where the best player odds can be found, and where I win the most!

I used to recommend playing Blackjack at Fort McDowell Casino because of their previously favorable rules for the player that made the house edge the lowest in the Valley. I had many winning sessions at Fort McDowell Casino over the years which made the long drive out there worthwhile.

If you like to take trips, Mazatzal Hotel & Casino in Payson has some great odds for the Blackjack player. You will usually find me in Payson on Monday nights around 6pm playing in their weekly Blackjack Tournament. I have a good win percentage there and always have a lot of fun.

The three Gila River Casinos, Wild Horse Pass, Vee Quiva, and Lone Butte, for me haven't been easy to win at. Although over all I have a winning record, it seems to take a lot of effort for me to come out ahead so I don't play at those casinos very often.

Harrah's Ak-Chin Casino Resort is a bit of a drive for me from Phoenix but I find it is worth it. Not only have I had a number of winning sessions, but the dealers are very friendly and the casino provides for a fun atmosphere.

The casinos I play at and win the most at are Talking Stick Resort and Casino Arizona. I have an 85% win rate there. You will always find me at Casino Arizona on Tuesdays at noon, and the first Wednesday of the month at 7pm for their Blackjack Tournaments. The casinos add money to the prize pool for both tournaments making them both positive value events.

For Example, here is how the math works out for the Tuesday Tournament at Casino Arizona: The tournament has an entry fee of $50, is limited to 72 players, and is almost always a sell out. With 72 players paying $50 each to enter, the prize pool is $3,600. The Casino then adds another $1,000 to the pool for a total of $4,600. The tournament pays through six places, so the average payout at the final table is $766. The odds of you getting in the money by luck alone at this tournament are 12 to 1.

Simply put, you would get in the money on average once every twelve tournaments that you played. To enter twelve tournaments with an entry fee of $50 would cost you a total of $600.

That makes this a positive expectation event for the player because over the long run you will make, on average, $166 for every twelve tournaments played regardless of skill!

The tournament has three qualifying rounds, a Semifinal and then a Championship Round. Each qualifying round has three tables of six players. Each player starts with $5,000 in play chips, and can bet between $25 and $2,500 per hand. At the end of 21 hands, only the player at each table with the most chips advances to the Semifinal.

The Semifinal is made up of three tables of six players each.

Fifteen of these individuals are the players that had the most chips at the end of 21 hands at their table in the qualifying rounds. The other three spots are filled by a wild card drawing from the pool of players who entered but failed to win their table. Even if you didn't advance by winning your table you still have a chance by having your name drawn as a wild card.

In the Semifinal, each player again starts with $5,000 in play chips and can bet between $25 and $2,500 per hand. After 21 hands, the top two players with the most chips at each table advance to the Championship Round, or “Money Round” as I like to call it.

In the Championship Round, each player again starts with $5,000 in play chips, and can bet between $25 and $2,500 per hand. The nice thing about this round is that you know you will be paid, it's just a matter of how much! At the end of 21 hands, the chips are counted and 1st through 6th place is awarded.

This tournament is the kind that all Blackjack tournament players seek out because it's not a question of IF you will come out ahead, but WHEN! Let us know what you think about this article! Send us an e-mail to editor@azgamingguide.com with “TJ’s Table Games” as the subject. Good luck! $

Writer TJ Jorgensen has been a professional Blackjack player for over 20 years. He is well known for his tournament play and has beaten some of the top tournament players in the world. He has also won the World Series Of Blackjack. His book, “Beating The Casino At Their Own Game” is available by email at: tj21pro@gmail.com. azgamingguide.com | December 2017 | Arizona Gaming Guide

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TRAVEL

Route 66 Casino Hotel & RV Resort

By Janis DeLaney

ROUTE 66 CASINO HOTEL & RV RESORT 1,300+ Slots, Hotel, RV Park & Much More!

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n unidentified flying object has landed in the center of the Route 66 Casino Hotel gaming floor. Its alien presence has drawn the newest slot games in the country.

This area shall now be known as – Area 66!

Inspired by Area 51, the top secret military airfield frequently referenced in articles about UFO’s and alien folklore, Area 66 was created as a fun, interactive beacon to help guests navigate their way to the newest slot machines in the country! Represented by a one-of-a-kind, giant flying saucer, guests will find themselves captivated with an out-of-this-world experience.

Lights are beamed up into the ceiling dome, revealing images of aliens, while the bottom of the UFO displays a language only known by the Extraterrestrial. Standing more than 20 feet tall, the sheer size combined with the hypnotic blend of lights creates a visual delight for the casino guests.

“Route 66 Casino Hotel is committed to elevating the guest experience, Area 66 allows us to accomplish this initiative in a fun and engaging way,” said Tim Perkins, Route 66 Casino Hotel General Manager.

Keeping the gaming floor fresh with new slot product is integral to the guest experience. Slot machines within the Area 66 realm will be regularly replaced with brand new, exclusive machines, making Route 66 Casino first-to-market with 18 new games every 90 days! This evolution of fun on the gaming floor will continue throughout the remainder of 2017 and into 2018.

In addition to Area 66, Route 66 Casino Hotel offers over 1,300 slot and video poker machines, 26 table games, a 500-seat bingo hall and a dedicated poker room with 10 tables.

To add to all the thrills of our Vegas-style casino, New Mexico visitors now have an all-new, multi-million dollar travel destination to discover, the Route 66 RV Resort! Located adjacent to the Route 66 Casino property, this upscale RV vacation spot embodies the American tradition and spirit of the Mother Road with its unique architectural design.

This premier RV destination offers guests a selection of 100 fullservice sites with 100/50/30/20 AMP connections. All site loca-

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Area 66 At Route 66 Casino Hotel & RV Resort

tions have stunning views of the Southwest landscape and include the comforts of a picnic table and fire ring. State of the art facilities including a Clubhouse with fireplace, large-screen television, billiards table and a selection of games, full kitchen, workout room, shower and laundry facilities. A resort-style pool with unique rock wall feature will persuade travelers to reflect on journeys past and present. During the cooler months, all RV Resort guests have access to the indoor pool at the Route 66 Casino.

New Mexico provides the perfect backdrop for groups seeking a location for a family reunion or an RV Rally that is out-of-the ordinary. With space to accommodate groups from ten to 500, your family or friends can enjoy Albuquerque’s most popular vacation destinations within a few minutes’ drive. Spend the evening recapping the day’s adventure over a campfire meal at the RV Resort’s outdoor rally barn. Equipped with multiple gas grills, sinks, counters, and picnic tables, the rally barn will be the gathering point for the duration of the trip. Weather too cool for an outdoor meal together? Let them plan your group’s reservation at one of their five restaurants! Now is the perfect time to plan, give them a call at 1.505.352.8000.

The Route 66 Casino Hotel and RV Resort is located just 15 minutes west of Albuquerque, on Historic Route 66. The perfect location for a long weekend getaway! To plan your stay, visit RT66Casino.com or RT66RVResort.com or give them a call at 1.505.352.7866. $

GAMING NEWS

BlueWater Resort & Casino Says “Congratulations!”

To Mariah Sharpe For Being Miss Indian Arizona 2017-2018 Mariah Sharpe, representing the Colorado River Indian Tribes (CRIT), was crowned Miss Indian Arizona 2017-2018 on October 14, 2017. She is the daughter of Chaweka Fisher and Isaac Sharpe. Mariah is an enrolled member of CRIT located on the Colorado River in Parker, Arizona and is of Mohave and Chemehuevi descent. Currently Mariah resides in Phoenix, Arizona where she attends Paradise Valley Community College pursuing a degree in health and wellness. Her goal is to obtain her Bachelor’s Degree and then apply to medical school.

The BlueWater Resort & Casino, along the shores of the Colorado River in Parker, Arizona, is the entertainment capital of western Arizona. An enterprise of the Colorado River Indian Tribes, BlueWater features 200 river view rooms and suites, over 500 slot machines, table games, poker room and a bingo parlor. Nationally renowned celebrities appear regularly at the

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BlueWater amphitheater. Past performances include the band Wynona, Willie Nelson, Trace Adkins, Dwight Yoakam, Kenny Rogers and many others. The resort has a 100-slip marina, and several restaurants including River Willow, the Parker area’s most outstanding steakhouse. For reservations and more information, call 1.888.243.3360 or visit BlueWaterFun.com. $

GAMING NEWS

Tribal Gaming Contributions Show Increase For Third Straight Quarter FY 2018 Q2 Generates $26.3 Million For State Of Arizona Arizona Department of Gaming (ADG) officials announced recently the third consecutive increase in quarterly, statewide tribal gaming contributions. A 4.8% increase as compared with the same quarter last year, tribal contributions to the State from gaming revenue totaled more than $26.3 million for the second quarter of fiscal year 2018, which ended September 30, 2017.

“Second quarter fiscal year 2018 tribal gaming contributions are on track to provide more than $1 million dollars over first quarter contributions, continuing the upward trend and providing a positive indicator about the health of Arizona’s economy,” said Daniel Bergin, Director of the ADG. “Tribal gaming contributions fund a wide range of important programs for Arizonans and our visitors.” Established by the Arizona State Legislature in 1995, the ADG is the state regulatory agency for tribal gaming, pari-mutuel racing and wagering, and boxing and mixed martial arts. ADG also provides and

supports awareness, prevention and treatment programs for people and families affected by problem gambling through its Division of Problem Gambling. In partnership with Arizona’s tribes, ADG regulates Indian gaming under the Arizona TribalState Gaming Compact. Tribes with casinos contribute 1 to 8 percent of their Class III gross gaming revenue to the state, cities, towns and counties. Currently, there are 24 Class III casinos in the state. Tribes send contributions to the Arizona Benefits Fund every three months. Distributions are as follows: Instructional Improvement Fund/Education: $13,129,469 Trauma and Emergency Services Fund: $ 6,564,735 Arizona Department of Gaming operating costs: $ 2,370,891 Arizona Wildlife Conservation Fund: $ 1,875,638 State Tourism Fund: $ 1,875,638 Problem Gambling: $ 526,865 TOTAL: $26,343,236

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LAUGHLIN, NEVADA

By Elizabeth Schueren

WIN A NEW 2018 FORD EDGE! This Month, Golden Nugget Laughlin Is Giving Away A New Car

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he Golden Nugget Laughlin is kicking off the New Year by giving away a 2018 Ford Edge in their New Year, New Car Giveaway.

Earning entries into Golden Nugget Laughlin’s New Year, New Car Giveaway is easy. All you have to do is play your favorite slots or table games with your 24K Select Club Card from December 22, 2017 to January 1, 2018 for your chance at a spot in their New Year, New Car finale.

Golden Nugget Laughlin will be giving ten lucky players a spot in their New Year, New Car Finale on January 1, 2018. All finalists are winners in Golden Nugget Laughlin’s New Year, New Car Finale. One finalist will win a brand new 2018 Ford Edge while the other nine finalists will receive $500 in free slot play.

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Before the Finale, Golden Nugget Laughlin will give a few lucky players a spot in the Finale during their preliminary drawings.

These preliminary drawings will take place at 7, 9, and 11pm on December 31, 2017. The remaining Finale spots will be given away at 10am on January 1, 2018 in their Finale drawing, right before the New Year, New Car Finale.

By the way, the hottest and luckiest slot machines are at the Golden Nugget Laughlin! Last year the Golden Nugget Laughlin awarded more than $437 million in jackpot payouts!

For more information about the Golden Nugget Laughlin and their upcoming promotions and entertainment or to book a stay, please visit their website at GoldenNuggetLaughlin.com or give them a call at 1.800.237.1739. $

CASINO ENTERTAINMENT

Editor’s Picks

Willie Nelson

Dave Mason

Desert Diamond Casino—Sahuarita January 5, 2018

Talking Stick Resort February 17, 2018

Music legend Willie Nelson returns once again to the Diamond Center on Friday, January 5, 2018. With previous soldout shows, tickets to see the iconic musician are guaranteed to go fast. Reserved tickets start at $40 and are on sale now through Star Tickets and at Desert Diamond Casino’s Rewards Center. Doors open at 7pm; show starts at 8pm.

Dave Mason will return to The Showroom at Talking Stick Resort on Saturday, February 7, 2018. The Very Best of Dave Mason Tour will feature hits spanning Mason’s five decade career including his time in Traffic and his lengthy solo career.

With a six-decade career and 200 plus albums, this iconic Texan is the creative genius behind the historic recordings of Crazy, Hello Walls, Red Headed Stranger, and Stardust. Willie Nelson has earned numerous awards and honors as a musician and amassed reputable credentials as an author, actor and activist. He continues to thrive as a relevant and progressive musical and cultural force. In the last five years alone he delivered 10 new album releases, released a Top 10 New York Times' bestsellers book, again headlined Farm Aid, an event he co-founded in 1985, received his 5th degree black belt in Gong Kwon Yu Sul for his 81st birthday, and graced the cover of Rolling Stone magazine. In 2015, Nelson added two more titles—It’s A Long Story: My Life, the unvarnished and complete story of Willie, hit bookshelves and landed him on the New York Times’ bestseller list, and the new studio album with Merle Haggard titled Django And Jimmie, which debuted at No. 1 on Billboard’s Country album chart. In November 2015, the Library of Congress honored him with their Gershwin Prize for Popular Song for his contributions to popular music. He is the first country artist to receive the distinguished award. Most recently, in April 2017, Nelson released his studio album God’s Problem Child; it debuted at No. 1 on Billboard’s Country album chart and No. 10 on the Billboard 200. Treena Parvello, Director of Public Relations and Communications for the Tohono O’odham Gaming Enterprise, said, “We’ve got your holiday shopping covered! Purchase tickets for your friends and family to see Willie Nelson at the Diamond Center. He’s returning to Desert Diamond Casinos & Entertainment on January 5!” $

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The English singer-songwriter rose to fame with the rock band Traffic in the late 1960s. Throughout the course of his prolific career, he has recorded 13 solo albums, the first of which was Alone Together. Over the last four-plus decades, Mason has collaborated with rock royalty such as Paul McCartney, George Harrison, Eric Clapton, The Rolling Stones and more. In 2004, as a founding member of Traffic, Mason was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

The Very Best of Dave Mason performance at The Showroom will feature fan favorites such as All Along the Watchtower, Feelin’ Alright, Only You and I Know and more classic hits. For a detailed glimpse of Mason’s music, visit his Facebook page at Facebook.com/DaveMasonMusic.

For more information on Dave Mason in The Showroom or to purchase tickets, call 1.480.850.7734 or visit the websites at TalkingStickResort.com or DaveMasonMusic.com. Must be 21 or older to attend. $ Upcoming Entertainment At Talking Stick Resort: Dec. 29 Roger Clyne and the Peacemakers Jan. 6 Leslie Jones Feb. 2 Jonny Lang Feb. 10 Air Supply

Verify all details & age restrictions (generally 21 & over) for each event. Venues, times, dates, & ticket information are subject to change. Photos/images copyright of the individual artist(s), photographer(s), or venue(s). All Rights Reserved. We are not responsible for incorrect, missing, or outdated information.

SAMI’S SMACKDOWN

By Sami Becker

CUSTOMER SERVICE IS KING My Entertainment Dollars Are Going To Be Spent For Enjoyment!

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y readers know me pretty well by now. I’m no nonsense, straight shooting, and blunt at times. Since our editorial team continues to receive letters and emails from our reader base about customer service issues, I’m going to let loose a little bit and tell it like it is.

If a casino can’t get their act together enough to:  find staff with a customer service orientation,  train said team members with appropriate skills,  follow up with all of the team members and monitor how those customer service skills are being put into practice,  listen and act on the feedback the customers are providing, then don’t expect much from the guests either.

I know the casino patron is not the easiest demographic to please as their money is wagered for entertainment purposes

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and many patrons show up grouchy to begin with, further compounded when their bankroll is decimated by a particularly brutal play session! Here’s an example: when I call a casino’s main phone number to get information about hotel rooms, or to ask if they have some of my favorite slot machines, I shouldn’t be greeted by someone whose voice tells me they don’t care, or is so unintelligible I’m not sure if I dialed the right number.

To a prospective patron, the message is loud and clear, “don’t bring your entertainment dollars here!” $

Do YOU have a RANT OR RAVE? If so, write me at: sami@azgamingguide.com or by mail at: “Sami” Arizona Gaming Guide PO BOX 20636 Mesa, AZ 85277. If I pick your topic for publication in a future issue, you’ll get a $25 gift card!

FUN & GAMES

WORD SEARCH To Celebrate St. Nicholas Day On December 6, Find: ADVENT, BISHOP, BOOK, CELEBRATE, CHILDREN, CHRISTMAS, COINS, COMPANIONS, COOKIE, CROZIER, DECEMBER, GIFTGIVER, GOLD, MIRACLES, MITER, NICHOLAS, SAINT, SHOES, SIXTH, WINTER, WONDERWORKER. Words appear in any direction. (Solution on page 38)

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800-756-8744 321

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800-381-7568 644

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800-237-5687 501

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866-332-9467 1,016

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866-332-9467 1,089

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480-802-5000 1,089

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800-929-8744 824

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800-946-4452 828

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800-777-7529 410

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888-777-4946 480

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450 Quechan Dr.

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I-8, Exit 166

Winterhaven, CA 877-783-2426 1,000+

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Sources: AZ Dept. of Gaming—Current Tribal Gaming Status as of 11/01/17 & direct inquiries at press time. Not responsible for incorrect information. Contact editor@azgamingguide.com to make updates.

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