This has to be a Joke but it isnt April 1's

[jas2587]

Dear Cindy,


Thebes Casino wants to send you to Luxor!

Deposit a total of $25,000 in the Casino this month, and youll be eligible for a stay at the famous Las Vegas Luxor Hotel.

The package includes first class airfare, 3 nights in luxury suite, $5000 in playing chips, and two tickets to see the Cirques du Soleil. Its a Christmas gift youll never forget.

At Thebes Casino, the difference is the luxury. Well see you there.



See you at the Luxor,



for $25K couldn't we just pay to go ourselves an save a few thousand????

Cindy

 

[De Beuker]

Dear Cindy,


Thebes Casino wants to send you to Luxor!

Deposit a total of $25,000 in the Casino this month, and youll be eligible for a stay at the famous Las Vegas Luxor Hotel.

The package includes first class airfare, 3 nights in luxury suite, $5000 in playing chips, and two tickets to see the Cirques du Soleil. Its a Christmas gift youll never forget.

At Thebes Casino, the difference is the luxury. Well see you there.



See you at the Luxor,



for $25K couldn't we just pay to go ourselves an save a few thousand????

Cindy

Doesn't say you have to play through it x times.
Deposit (if you have it, lol), play a few spins and withdraw!
Enjoy the holiday!

 

[anniemac]

Come on Jas, deposit and take me with you. I would love to go to Vegas.

 

[jas2587]

well if I had $25K I could take alot more then 1 person
an why deposit whenit would be cheaper to outright go to Vegas
then deposit $25K

who ever came up with this 1 I want what they was smoking an who ever approved it I want what they was drinkin hell they could give me the 25K tooo

yeah sounds like a plan to me yep it does

Cindy

 

[bb28]

Talk about stupid promo's.....



Thanks for posting that Cindy and giving us a good laugh.

 

[LaurieJim]

Thats too funny, i can think of too many other things id do with 25k and it sure wouldnt be playing online, well maybe a wee bit.................laurie

 

[AudiManinBoro]

25000 usd buys you a holiday that blows the hell out of their crappy offering. I mean 3 nights?? for 14 thousand POUNDS? are they STUPID?? I swear down id love to actually meet some of these casino people some day, they must have the iq of a glass of water lol

 

[Mavin1]

25000 usd buys you a holiday that blows the hell out of their crappy offering. I mean 3 nights?? for 14 thousand POUNDS? are they STUPID?? I swear down id love to actually meet some of these casino people some day, they must have the iq of a glass of water lol

Obivously they made the mistake of thinking the players have the IQ of a glass of water!!!

 

[Vegasbum]

Perhaps.....
There are people who do deposit 25,000 a month. So for them it is just an added perk. Or maybe some who deposit say 20,000 and this gives them an incentive to deposit a bit more.
Also there is no guarantee they will lose the money they deposit

just another angle

 

[winbig]

This would be even more funny if this "offer" was sent to players that usually deposit $100 or less each time.

Let's see. (most #'s are guessing)

1st class plane ticket = ~$1500
Show tickets = ~$300
3 night lux. suite: $3000
$5000 in gaming chips = $5,000

Grand total: $9,800. Let's just say $10K to be safe.

So like VegasBum said, if you normally deposit this amount and you lose, you could consider this as a "cash back" offer; and at ~ 40%, it's not a bad deal.

 

[Bencuri]

Perhaps.....
There are people who do deposit 25,000 a month. So for them it is just an added perk. Or maybe some who deposit say 20,000 and this gives them an incentive to deposit a bit more.
Also there is no guarantee they will lose the money they deposit

just another angle

You are right until they send it to low rollers

 

[winbig]

And don't forget that $25,000 for some whales is like $25 to any normal person.

 

[vegetagirl2008]

They probably need the 25,000 to pay someone else. That is too funny>>>

 

[bb28]

Don't forget that the prize is not a given.....it's a chance, which makes it that much more laughable.

 

[Mavin1]

They probably need the 25,000 to pay someone else. That is too funny>>>

Or maybe once that have accumulated enough the awol jackpots will magically re-appear.

 

[winbig]

Don't forget that the prize is not a given.....it's a chance, which makes it that much more laughable.

hahaha my god how did I miss that part

 

[jas2587]

Perhaps.....
There are people who do deposit 25,000 a month. So for them it is just an added perk. Or maybe some who deposit say 20,000 and this gives them an incentive to deposit a bit more.
Also there is no guarantee they will lose the money they deposit

just another angle

well damn im out I only deposit $50 a pop let alone 25K I think I would have a stroke depositing that much

Cindy

 

[bb28]

If CM had a category for the years most ridiculous bonus, this would have to be in the top two......ya think?

 

[zippedup]

I think the deal is pretty good.
People seem to be forgetting they get to play with the $25k they deposit. I wonder if this thing has any play thru requiements! If not and if you have the money and mostly win when playing it could be a nice arrangement.

 

[Wildfire7]

This is poor marketing from the casino. The amount of players depositing this kind of money each month would be small, so the casino has no excuse but to only target this bracket of player. Rather than its seemingly aimless approach of inviting all players.

In order for the casino to run a successful marketing campaign it should be researching its target audience. Clearly in this case it has failed to do that. So this kind of promotion is bordering on spam, because to your average player its a non event.

Mike

 

[AussieDave]

Talk about stupid promo's

This is far from stupid it's down right moronic.

I dare say a couple of chimps could come up with a better promo than these bozos.

This really deserves an award for the lamest, dumb assed promo devised by a casino, surely!

Thanks for the post cindy


Cheers



Dave

 

[Simmo!]

It actually says you "will be eligible for...". That to me says its a given, not a chance?

If it is a given, then actually I think it's quite decent. To someone who might normally play that money at several casinos over a month, it's worth them playing it all at Thebes. They might even win, although I assume there must be a WR attached or otherwise it represents a 40% cashback offer (based on the $10k cost calculation earlier in the thread) as far as the casino is concerned which could easily eat up any profits.

Call me a party pooper, but if I were playing that sort of money, and "elligible" meant it's a given, it would definitely appeal to me.

As for sending it to low-rollers, there's no harm in sending it to everyone. They might be a low roller with Thebes, but they might play a lot elsewhere and this is all about getting them to play it at Thebes after all. Plus you'd get into more hot water if people thought they were being labelled or discriminated against. Or it could p!ss people off by the casino taking them for someone not worthy of the offer.

 

[jamessol]

WOW!
one of the craziest mail

I first thought its OK but I started laughing when I read it LOL

 

[Mavin1]

It actually says you "will be eligible for...". That to me says its a given, not a chance?

If it is a given, then actually I think it's quite decent. To someone who might normally play that money at several casinos over a month, it's worth them playing it all at Thebes. They might even win, although I assume there must be a WR attached or otherwise it represents a 40% cashback offer (based on the $10k cost calculation earlier in the thread) as far as the casino is concerned which could easily eat up any profits.

Call me a party pooper, but if I were playing that sort of money, and "elligible" meant it's a given, it would definitely appeal to me.

As for sending it to low-rollers, there's no harm in sending it to everyone. They might be a low roller with Thebes, but they might play a lot elsewhere and this is all about getting them to play it at Thebes after all. Plus you'd get into more hot water if people thought they were being labelled or discriminated against. Or it could p!ss people off by the casino taking them for someone not worthy of the offer.

I wonder if this idea actually came from Publishers Clearinghouse? Millions of us were always "Eligible For the Grand Prize". I never even won a roll of teepee from them, but I was eligible everytime.
Sending it out to us micro players is not only stupid but insulting, just like with all casinos sending out there promo emails that are always designed around the people with the highest wagers. Who the hell can compete with that? Again, insulting to the micro players.
It also tells me that casinos are more interested in landing the whales in the nets and throwing out the shad.
The micro player is being pushed out and the in your face promos is evident of it.

 

[vinylweatherman]

If this were at an ACCREDITED casino, I would probably have given this one serious consideration, provided there were no catches, such as there being a requirement to LOSE the 25K. I would look at other promotions running alongside, such as scoreboard wager challenges, and if these were promos I would be playing anyway, would just put THROUGH the required 25K, although this would not (hopefully) COST me 25K.

 

[felicie]

I just got the same email wanting to send me to the Luxor if I deposit 25,000. And another one for an LCD Tv if I deposit 2500. this month. One of us is suffering from delusions of grandeur or however you spell it and I'm pretty sure it isn't me. LOL Merry Christmas everyone!

P.s. will send postcard from the Luxor!!

 

[winbig]

If this were at an ACCREDITED casino, I would probably have given this one serious consideration, provided there were no catches, such as there being a requirement to LOSE the 25K. I would look at other promotions running alongside, such as scoreboard wager challenges, and if these were promos I would be playing anyway, would just put THROUGH the required 25K, although this would not (hopefully) COST me 25K.

If the trip was guaranteed and you only had to play $25,000 through once, it'd be pretty good. Even at 80% RTP you're only going to lose $5K for a $10K trip. The break-even point would be 60%. If you were allowed to play blackjack, this would be an awesome deal, still assuming you're not just simply put into a drawing for the trip.

 

[Wildfire7]

If the trip was guaranteed and you only had to play $25,000 through once, it'd be pretty good. Even at 80% RTP you're only going to lose $5K for a $10K trip. The break-even point would be 60%. If you were allowed to play blackjack, this would be an awesome deal, still assuming you're not just simply put into a drawing for the trip.

These figures only stack up providing this 10k valuation is accurate value for money. Who is to say that we the player cannot find a better deal ourselves if we wanted to go?

This kind of valuation reminds me of one of those Christmas hampers, you never quite know what your getting, then when you have it you find a load of crap that you don't normally eat or drink!

This holiday package could be a pig in a poke, rather than a gift horse in the mouth.
Whatever next a week in Skeggy at Butlins for the lowrollers?!

Mike

 

[winbig]

Yea, it's more like a ~$9,000 trip.

$3,732.40 - 1st class airfare and 3 day suite package via Luxor's (MGM's) site, + $5,000 in gaming chips + $352 for 2 show tickets.

I'm assuming that this is for 2 people, or else they wouldn't be offering 2 show tickets. 1st class airfare for me, leaving from Philly, is no less than $1300 per ticket. I'm sure you could at least double that price if you're flying in from overseas.

I checked out Expedia's prices for this same package, and it was in line with what the Luxor wants.


But, you have to figure that they're getting each package even cheaper, because they're going to get a special deal from the Luxor for sending these types of whales to their casino.

eg: Junket trips:

junket (jngkt)
n.
1. A dessert made from flavored milk and rennet.
2. A party, banquet, or outing.
3. A trip or tour, especially:
a. One taken by an official at public expense.
b. One taken by a person who is the guest of a business or agency seeking favor or patronage.

 

[Wildfire7]

Yea, it's more like a ~$9,000 trip.

$3,732.40 - 1st class airfare and 3 day suite package via Luxor's (MGM's) site, + $5,000 in gaming chips + $352 for 2 show tickets.

I'm assuming that this is for 2 people, or else they wouldn't be offering 2 show tickets. 1st class airfare for me, leaving from Philly, is no less than $1300 per ticket. I'm sure you could at least double that price if you're flying in from overseas.

I checked out Expedia's prices for this same package, and it was in line with what the Luxor wants.


But, you have to figure that they're getting each package even cheaper, because they're going to get a special deal from the Luxor for sending these types of whales to their casino.

Thats right and if you live in Cairo then the airfare would be minimal. The only way to be sure of a fair valuation is for the player to see the full itinerary. Without seeing this before play would be unwise. Trying to work out the figures to guage the value of their offer, without seeing the true cost of this trip is pointless.

The devil is in the detail as they say, problem is where is the detail. T&C's probably go on forever as well for this.

Mike

 

[LaurieJim]

Merry Christmas?
From: Thebes Casino ([email protected])
You may not know this sender.Mark as safe|Mark as junk
Sent: Thu 12/24/09 11:01 AM
To: laurie


Dear laurie,


Thebes Casino wants to send you to Luxor!


Deposit a total of $25,000 in the Casino this month, and youll be eligible for a stay at the famous Las Vegas Luxor Hotel.


The package includes first class airfare, 3 nights in luxury suite, $5000 in playing chips, and two tickets to see the Cirques du Soleil. Its a Christmas gift youll never forget.


At Thebes Casino, the difference is the luxury. Well see you there.



See you at the Luxor,





Dear laurie,


7 Spins Casino wants to send you to Las Vegas!


Make $25,000 in total deposits to the Casino this month, and youll be eligible for a stay at the famous Las Vegas Bellagio Resort Hotel and Casino.


The package includes first class airfare, a 3 night stay in a luxury suite, two tickets to see the incomparable Cirques du Soleil, and $5000 in playing chips. Its a Christmas gift youll never forget.


At 7 Spins Casino, the rewards are simply better.



See you at the Bellagio,

I just cant make up my mind, which one is best................laurie

 

[NASHVEGAS]

The Luxor.........They could not pay me $25000.00 to even walk in there (oh, my lack of humility) but everyone says the burger bar (an eating establishment) is terrific.