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Mark Pilarski Gaming Guru - Page 75  Winners, not losers, pay the electric bills17 September 1999
Dear Mark, I've heard from other
individuals and read from you about the "house edge" when it comes to
certain casino games. So, if you wouldn't mind, can you explain to me
how the house advantage on a roulette table is determined? Michael K.
... (read more)
Some do's and don'ts before your trip to Vegas10 September 1999
Dear Mark, Next month I am flying
to Las Vegas for the first time. Not only is it my first trip to Nevada
but also my first visit to a casino. Any do's and don'ts you could
recommend before I go? Mary S.
Here are some do's and
don'ts, Mary, that everyone should know before they make their first
flight to the mothership, Las Vegas. ... (read more)
Is counting worth the hassle?3 September 1999
Dear Mark, I've been kicking around
the idea of becoming a blackjack card counter for years. I have decent
math skills and am willing to spend time learning the game. I would like
to hear some of your thoughts, theories, practical application of,
advice and a brief explanation on how counting actually works. ... (read more)
Your ticket to three squares a day27 August 1999
Dear Mark, I know the following
question I'm about to ask is illegal, but I'm still interested. A
small factory close to my home discards a circular coin-like metal that
is exactly the same size and weight as the silver dollar coins used in a
casino. If I were ... (read more)
Dinner in the steakhouse comes at a price20 August 1999
Dear Mark, This episode happened to
me recently in Las Vegas. I was playing blackjack making $10 wagers when
I was approached by a pit boss asking if there was anything he could do
for me. "Sure," I replied. Can I get a dinner at the steakhouse?" His
... (read more)
Treat casino chips as hard earned cash13 August 1999
Dear Mark, Why is it that when I
bet real cash instead of swapping for chips, I'm frowned on by the
casino? Gerry G.
A casino goal, Gerry, is to create a
fantasyland experience for its patrons. One wily way is to devalue your
money by having you bet chips instead of legal tender. ... (read more)
Do Casinos Cheat?6 August 1999
Dear Mark, I have always been a bit
suspicious of casinos and especially their ability to cheat players.
Come clean, Mark. Do the casinos tell the dealers to cheat the customer?
Ron T. If you follow
my column regularly, Ron, you will notice my commentary ordinarily puts
me on the side of the player. ... (read more)
Las Vegas is Cheapskate City30 July 1999
Dear Mark, I received an
advertisement in the mail that offered a book of coupons that I can use
on my next trip to Las Vegas. They wanted $4.95 for $200 worth of
coupons. Is that a good deal? Terry C. Save your money,
Terry. Not only is Las Vegas the hot dog and ... (read more)
My favorite cee-ment ponds23 July 1999
Dear Mark, My sister and I love to
spend the day by the pool before we take in a little gambling in the
evening. Since we are going to Las Vegas next month, do you have any
recommendations of hotels that offer decent pools? Faye K.
Congratulations, Faye, for treating
gambling more like a time-killing recreational activity. ... (read more)
What's the deal and appeal with Caribbean Stud?16 July 1999
Dear Mark, I can't wait for
gambling to come to Detroit. Do you think with just three casinos, there
will be enough competition to benefit the player? Benny D.
A resounding NO, and here's why. The
precipitous price for those three casino licensees will have to be
absorbed by the unwilling and unknowing player. ... (read more)
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