ZorkFest 2024 - An Ode to Vintage Vegas Featuring Gary Leff and Anthony Curtis of Las Vegas Advisor + Craps 🎲🎲 Lab!
Fri Nov 1, 2024 4:00 PM - Sun Nov 3, 2024 3:00 PM
Horseshoe Las Vegas Center Strip Hotel and Casino
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🎰 ZorkFest 2024 “An Ode To Vintage Vegas”
Featuring Gary Leff (View From The Wing) and Anthony Curtis of Las Vegas Advisor (Now with Craps and Blackjack Lab!)
🎰 ZorkFest 2024 “An Ode To Vintage Vegas”
November 1-3, 2024
Horseshoe Las Vegas Center Strip Hotel and Casino
3645 Las Vegas Blvd South
Las Vegas, NV 89109
On December 4, 1973, the MGM Grand Hotel and Casino opened on the corner of Las Vegas Boulevard and Flamingo Road under the ownership of Kirk Kerkorian’s Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer (MGM) and partially on the land previously occupied by Kerkorian’s Bonanza hotel and limited-run casino.
With the name inspired by MGM’s 1932 film Grand Hotel, the MGM Grand opened with the celebrity presence of some MGM film stars at the time and Dean Martin providing entertainment.
Nearly 7 years later, on November 21, 1980, the MGM Grand was the site of a massive fire that killed 85 people. It would reopen in July of the following year with additional fire safety features in place.
In 1986, Bally Manufacturing would purchase the property and rename it Bally’s Las Vegas, which it would remain for 36 years. Bally’s changed hands over the years; first acquired by Hilton Hotel Corporation in 1996, which would spin off Park Place Entertainment, which in turn would become Caesars Entertainment, its current owner, in 2003.
On December 22, 2022, Caesars Entertainment rebranded the property as Horseshoe Las Vegas.
And now, in 2024 we will celebrate the history of this iconic property as the host site for ZorkFest 2024: “An Ode to Vintage Vegas” - Nov 1-3, 2024
Like in previous years, ZorkFest took the feedback of past guests and built a better experience:
FOMO free!: No overlapping sessions so you can enjoy as much of the experience without a Fear of Missing Out
Stunning Conference Space With A View! (An exceptional venue with views of the Vegas Strip from high up!)
🎟️ Almost all learning/education sessions are on Saturday, November 2nd (except potential add-on [additional fee] sessions), so you can still enjoy your weekend in Vegas!
Conscious consideration of your time with intentional breaks to allow for flexibility to do what you wish outside of the event and a couple of planned mixers to hang with the crew
Gary Leff of View From The Wing a true legend in the travel loyalty space. Gary Leff has been called an “Air Genius” and “an airline industry brainiac, who you might think of as the Nate Silver of his domain.” He has also been called “sagacious” by legendary business travel writer Joe Brancatelli and “the godfather of the [frequent flyer] hobby” in Rolling Stone.
A mix of Gambling and Casino topics and Points and Miles discussions, including featured guests like Anthony Curtis of Las Vegas Advisor, Adam Bauer (TFB - Travel Fanboy), David Grossman (MilesTalk), Carissa Rawson (Upgraded Points), Ben Komenkul (Ben's Big Deal), and Justin Vacula (Hurdy Gurdy Travel)
Anthony Curtis of Las Vegas Advisor You’ve seen him dozens of times on the Travel Channel, A&E, Discovery, E! Entertainment, BBC, 60 Minutes, etc. And you frequently read his comments in the national press. He’s Anthony Curtis, the most recognized and quoted Las Vegas expert in the world.
Blackjack player, gambler, author, and editor/publisher of Huntington Press’ Las Vegas Advisor, which was founded in 1983. On June 22, 1986, Anthony Curtis took the first-place prize of $76,000 at the Las Vegas Hilton’s Matchplay Blackjack Tournament. Won the Grosjean Cup trophy for World’s Greatest Blackjack Player at Max Rubin’s 21st Blackjack Ball in 2017. Elected to the Blackjack Hall of Fame in 2020.Julia Menez of GeoBreeze Travel is a points strategy coach, speaker, and host of the Geobreeze Travel Podcast. Having traveled to over 30 countries before turning 30, she saves thousands each year with points and miles. She offers personalized coaching and has spoken at FinCon, taught for Frequent Traveler University, and been quoted in creditcards.com.
Ben Komenkul (Ben’s Big Deal) is a well-known expert in the travel credit card points and miles industry. He has written for publications like Saverocity and Boarding Area blogs. Ben shares tips from his decade-long experience as a business traveler, flying over 130,000 miles and staying 125+ nights in hotels annually. He focuses on finding the best deals, whether in cash or points, to take his family around the world.
Casino Loyalty Discussion includes Sports Betting and Sports and Gambling Apps. We are going deeper into using sports betting and online casino apps as a conduit for advanced (point earning) techniques and also earning and retaining status and bonuses at land casinos associated with online apps.
And of course, when in a casino we gamble! Join us for Coffee Dice © with some of your favorite gambling podcasters and group gambling.
ZorkFest 2024 introduces Coffee Dice Lab and Blackjack Lab - A new "cutting edge" blackjack and craps lab will be on Saturday in parallel to the ZorkFest conference day. Featuring Anthony Curtis, Josh Duffy, and Mark DeVol as your "lab instructors."
Friday Evening Cocktail Reception, Saturday Coffee Reception, Saturday Afternoon Snack Break and Casino Influencers/Podcasters After Dark also included!
ZorkFest has amazing speakers and presenters that will be present not just for their sessions but throughout the event so you can casually chat with your favorite people about your favorite topics, whether its maximizing points and miles, garnering the best comps, or trying out a new winning strategy at the tables!
So? What are you waiting for?
🎟 ZorkFest Ticket*
🎟 Early Bird $288 (May 11 to August 31, 2024) [Early Bird is $100 off Regular Ticket Price]
🎟 Regular Admission $388 (September 1, 2024 to October 20, 2024)
🎟 After October 20, 2024, the walk-up price is $588 (October 20, 2024 to buy at the event)
***All tickets are transferrable up to 10 days prior to the event. The transfer Price is $50 per ticket transferred.
Last date to transfer tickets: October 21, 2024
Your ZorkFest ticket includes* :
- ALL ZorkFest educational sessions on Saturday, November 2, 2024
- Stunning Conference Space with a view (high above the Vegas Strip)!
- Friday Night Opening Cocktail Reception (meet&greet)
- Saturday Morning Welcome Coffee and Light Breakfast Reception
- Saturday Afternoon Snack Break
- Saturday Evening Podcasters/Influencers After Dark (podcaster/vlogger/blogger panel)
- Coffee Dice Lab and Blackjack Lab
- Exclusive access to amazing optional (add-on) events - * (add-on events are an additional cost and optional) *****
- Surprises! (if they happen!) - Always trying to elevate your experience! - [Optional] Add-Ons available -- Stay tuned; we expect to surprise and dazzle! *****
📆 SCHEDULE FOR ZorkFest 2024 (Available September 2024)
📆 SESSION DETAILS FOR ZorkFest 2024 (Available September 2024)
Saturday Evening Podcasters/Influencers After Dark (podcaster/vlogger/blogger panel)
Host: It's Vegas Y'all Podcast (Danny)
The Panel:
-Crap Vegas (@VegasDuffy)
-Adam, Cheapskate Vegas
-Sonia G. – (It’s Vegas Y’all Podcast)
-360Vegas Keren (360Vegas Podcast)
-Mark DeVol (You Can Bet On That)
#CoffeeDice on Sunday! ** Coffee Dice Lab and Blackjack Lab on Friday and Saturday!
📆 [Optional] Add-ons***** (Available Starting August 12, 2024)
* All Add-ons require a ZorkFest Ticket *
* All Add-ons are an additional fee *
(Optional) Add-on Events for ZorkFest
🍸 Friday night, after the cocktail reception, “Chairman of the Board” VIP Dinner Experience (and presentation, to be announced) at Sinatra at Encore Las Vegas [Optional Add-on for ZorkFest, limited to 20 sign-ups]
Friday, November 1, 2024 9PM
Transportation from Horseshoe Las Vegas at 8:15PM
Dinner will take place in the very posh and ultra chic Sinatra Chairman's Room at Sinatra.
The Dinner Menu for ZorkFest, “Chairman of the Board” VIP Dinner Experience, will be a CUSTOM Chairman of the Board Dinner Menu.
Including transportation (one way, to dinner), welcome cocktail (from curated choices, including the Sinatra Smash), drink/wine with dinner (from curated choices), presentation/experience, gratuity, venue fee and tax.
Chef Theo will come out to speak during dinner and collaborated on this very special, "one-of-a-kind" dinner menu.
Theo Schoenegger is a talented, Michelin-rated chef, but here’s the ultimate reason he's the perfect person to oversee the kitchen at Sinatra: He cooked for Ol' Blue Eyes himself.
You can find out more about the amazing Chef Theo here:
EXCLUSIVE Interview: Executive Chef Theo Schoenegger of Sinatra Las Vegas at Wynn
$388 (includes gratuity, venue fee and tax)
🌎 Taking things to the back-room! The goal is to make you THE EXPERT!
Tickets available on Monday, August 26th at 9AM Pacific
ZorkFest Backroom Session: Secrets of the Elite
Join us on November 3rd for an exclusive, no-holds-barred session where we reveal the travel hacking secrets that never make it to social media. This intimate gathering is designed for advanced travel hackers (and highly motivated beginners) who are ready to unlock the full potential of their points and miles strategies.
Sunday, November 3, 2024, 10:30 AM to 2:30 PM (After #CoffeeDice)
Ben’s Big Deal and Geobreeze Travel (Julia and Ben) invite all the points and miles “mobsters” to the back room.
ZorkFest Backroom Session: Secrets of the Elite
All the fun and knowledge -- and everyone leaves to tell the story. (Small Group Miles&Points / Travel Loyalty Master Class.)
- All the things we don’t discuss on Social Media
- Advanced ways to earn points that few know about
- The magic behind content creators: How we travel so much
- How to get invited to Tourism Board trips and get paid to travel
- Compliance constraints: What we’re not allowed to talk about
The best part?
Meeting like-minded experts who share your passion for the game. Seats are limited—secure your spot for this rare opportunity to learn the insider tricks that will set you apart.
$175 (Includes an Asian Inspired Hot Lunch (Caesars FLAVORS OF ASIA) and refreshments)
🎲🎲 Sunday morning - Craps - Coffee Dice
Coffee Dice (Private Craps) Sunday, November 3, 2024 [Estimated] 8AM to 10AM (14 Players $1000 buy-in $25 table) - Start Times Subject To Change - Horseshoe Las Vegas Casino Floor **see terms and conditions below
♦️ ♦️ Sunday morning - Baccarat Private Table
Private Baccarat Table Sunday, November 3, 2024 [Estimated] 10:30AM to 12:30PM (8 Players $1000 buy-in $25 squeeze game) - Start Times Subject To Change - Horseshoe Las Vegas Casino Floor **see terms and conditions below
Want Luxury Property (cash rates) in Vegas that is NOT Caesars?
Contact TravelZork Travel - The Vegas Experts
Note: You are NOT required to stay at a Caesars Rewards Property for ZorkFest.
[Only Applicable to those who plan to stay at a Caesars Rewards Property]
All attendees staying in Vegas for ZorkFest under their Caesars Rewards (casino marketing) rooms must book/reserve via Sandy Crammer, NCM Caesars Host or use our Horseshoe Room Block.
Casino Player? Want to find out if you qualify for a comp or heavily discounted room?
We have an amazing Caesars NCM (National Casino Marketing) Host who is handling player inquiries.
Contact Sandy and mention ZorkFest 2024 in the subject.
Please advise Sandy of any offers you desire to use, preferred property/room type/bedding, check-in and check-out dates
Email: zorkfesthost@travelzork.com
Room Booking Link
Horseshoe Las Vegas - Resort Tower
Room Pricing
Friday $189.00++
Saturday $219.00++
Sunday $79++
Room Booking Link
Link to book reservations online easily.
For guests that prefer to phone in their reservations, they may call our Reservation Center at 800-358-8777 to secure a reservation on your group block. However, guests should be aware that a processing fee per reservation will be incurred if they choose not to use the dedicated weblink.
Group Name is listed as ZorkFest 2024
Callers may also use your group code to identify the group
SBZOR4
Please note that you and your guests may make reservations in the block at the group rate until Wednesday, October 2nd. After that time, the group rate will be offered based on hotel availability only.
++ Room Taxes and Resort Fee ($44.95 per room, per day) + Taxes (Room block available until October 2, 2024 or until sold out.)
* All event specifics (including speakers, program, food & beverage) are subject to change and modification.
** Private gaming tables (coffee dice) require a minimum buy-in per player with limited spaces. Must be a Caesars Rewards Loyalty member to participate. Coffee-Dice 🎲🎲 $108 Sign-Up Fee, $100 is returned in the form of a casino chip when you check-in for the event. Failure to appear at the event (Coffee Dice) forfeits your $100. Fee is non-refundable. Only sign up if you plan on attending the event, since space is very limited.
$1k buy-in required. Table Minimum to be determined. The table minimum is expected to be $25.
- $108 Sign-Up Fee, $100 is returned in the form of a casino chip when you check-in for the event.
- Failure to appear at the event 15 minutes prior to the start forfeits your $100.
- $8 Fee is non-refundable.
*** All tickets are transferrable up to 10 days prior to the event. The transfer Price is $50 per ticket transferred.
Last date to transfer tickets: October 21, 2024
**** Panelists subject to change
***** [Optional] Add-ons are an additional charge
Room Booking Link
Location
Horseshoe Las Vegas Center Strip Hotel and Casino