Caesars (Total Rewards) Diamond Status from FoundersCard
Jun 5, 2014, 12:23 am
#1
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Join Date: Jun 2005
Location: Charlotte, NC, USA | CLT, formerly LHR & AMS (with just a bit of PSP)
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Caesars (Total Rewards) Diamond Status from FoundersCard
PLEASE NOTE :
I first started this thread in June of 2014. Things have changed a bit, offers tend to vary. If you are interested or need more details, feel free to PM (private message) or post questions at the end of this thread.
Perhaps, some could find value from this.
Best value; might be for those Total Rewards Gold (Base) who have lots of comp rooms to use (which does happen, since they are quite generous with comp rooms) and wants Resort Fees Waived (in Vegas). In addition, "free" access to the Diamond "VIP" Lounges in Vegas might be of interest.
In addition, includes Hilton Gold and some other benefits.
Via FoundersCard :
LINK to Caesars Details
So, effectively, $395-$100 (AMEX gift card rebate) = $295.00
LINK to my offer code and current best offer. (my referral)
I first started this thread in June of 2014. Things have changed a bit, offers tend to vary. If you are interested or need more details, feel free to PM (private message) or post questions at the end of this thread.
Perhaps, some could find value from this.
Best value; might be for those Total Rewards Gold (Base) who have lots of comp rooms to use (which does happen, since they are quite generous with comp rooms) and wants Resort Fees Waived (in Vegas). In addition, "free" access to the Diamond "VIP" Lounges in Vegas might be of interest.
In addition, includes Hilton Gold and some other benefits.
Via FoundersCard :
LINK to Caesars Details
Limited Time Offer
For an annual fee of $395 (over 50% off our standard rate), access elite, travel, lifestyle, business and networking benefits.
As an added bonus, you will receive a $100 American Express Gift Card, once you've become a Member.
For an annual fee of $395 (over 50% off our standard rate), access elite, travel, lifestyle, business and networking benefits.
As an added bonus, you will receive a $100 American Express Gift Card, once you've become a Member.
Limited Time Offer
For an annual fee of $395 (over 50% off our standard rate), access elite, travel, lifestyle, business and networking benefits.
As an added bonus, you will receive a $100 American Express Gift Card, once you've become a Member.
For an annual fee of $395 (over 50% off our standard rate), access elite, travel, lifestyle, business and networking benefits.
As an added bonus, you will receive a $100 American Express Gift Card, once you've become a Member.
Now through end of June, access your annual rate of $395 and receive an American Express Gift card with code:FCJUNE14
Last edited by baccarat_king; Mar 2, 2016 at 3:52 am Reason: Note about this thread being starting in June 2014
Jun 8, 2014, 1:39 pm
#2
Join Date: Nov 2007
Location: Philadephia, PA
Programs: AA Platinum, Marriott Titanium/Lifetime Titanium, Hyatt Globalist, UA Silver, Hilton Gold, Hertz 5*
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Apparently the website won't let you see that info without being logged in.
"You must be logged in to do that"
"You must be logged in to do that"
Jun 9, 2014, 3:40 am
#3
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Join Date: Jun 2005
Location: Charlotte, NC, USA | CLT, formerly LHR & AMS (with just a bit of PSP)
Programs: BAEC Gold, Hilton Diamond, BonVoy Titanium, (soon former) Caesars7*, (former) Wynn Black, HR "Icon"
Posts: 8,172
You can navigate to hotel offers, Vegas, Nobu (Caesars) and then see the offer; but for ease, these are the details :
Jun 12, 2014, 2:56 pm
#4
Join Date: Feb 2012
Posts: 10
I have TR Diamond status from FoundersCard.
The pros: you get priority checkin, Diamond Lounge, skipping taxi & restaurant lines, VIP reservations line, 20% discount at the gift shop, no resort fees, and if you gamble you get extra Rewards Credits since you get the Diamond bonus. Honestly, since I go to big conventions in Vegas, just skipping the mile-long checkin, restaurant and taxi lines is worth it.
The cons: you'll get no offers or room upgrades. Those are all based on your TDL, so your Diamond status gets you nothing in that regard -- you're not a "real" Diamond. Also I think it confuses the casino people when you have Diamond and only about 800 tier credits.
Overall I find it worth it since I don't gamble enough to get status but take a lot of trips to Vegas for both business & pleasure. Also, the card gives you frequent flyer status on Virgin Atlantic and Cathay pacific, discounts on many other airlines, memberships in the elite clubs of most of the car rental agencies, and HHonors Gold.
Also, if the promo code in this thread expires I (or any other FC member) can send you an invite code for a similar discount if you PM me.
Of course, at $395 the cost of the card is higher than the theoretical loss from doing DIAD. The advantages, though: it's a sure thing (you could get unlucky and lose $3k doing DIAD), and you don't have to spend 8 hours playing video poker.
The pros: you get priority checkin, Diamond Lounge, skipping taxi & restaurant lines, VIP reservations line, 20% discount at the gift shop, no resort fees, and if you gamble you get extra Rewards Credits since you get the Diamond bonus. Honestly, since I go to big conventions in Vegas, just skipping the mile-long checkin, restaurant and taxi lines is worth it.
The cons: you'll get no offers or room upgrades. Those are all based on your TDL, so your Diamond status gets you nothing in that regard -- you're not a "real" Diamond. Also I think it confuses the casino people when you have Diamond and only about 800 tier credits.
Overall I find it worth it since I don't gamble enough to get status but take a lot of trips to Vegas for both business & pleasure. Also, the card gives you frequent flyer status on Virgin Atlantic and Cathay pacific, discounts on many other airlines, memberships in the elite clubs of most of the car rental agencies, and HHonors Gold.
Also, if the promo code in this thread expires I (or any other FC member) can send you an invite code for a similar discount if you PM me.
Of course, at $395 the cost of the card is higher than the theoretical loss from doing DIAD. The advantages, though: it's a sure thing (you could get unlucky and lose $3k doing DIAD), and you don't have to spend 8 hours playing video poker.
Jun 24, 2014, 9:49 am
#5
Join Date: Oct 2013
Location: Birmingham, UK
Programs: HH Diamond, IHG Spire Ambassador, Virgin Gold
Posts: 240
When i look through the guest preview link i cant see any mention of the $100 Amex gift card and its also talking about a $95 initialisation fee on top of the $395.
I might have followed a link from Award Wallet which may have confused it or has this offer expired early?
I might have followed a link from Award Wallet which may have confused it or has this offer expired early?
Jun 24, 2014, 10:30 am
#6
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Join Date: Jun 2005
Location: Charlotte, NC, USA | CLT, formerly LHR & AMS (with just a bit of PSP)
Programs: BAEC Gold, Hilton Diamond, BonVoy Titanium, (soon former) Caesars7*, (former) Wynn Black, HR "Icon"
Posts: 8,172
When i look through the guest preview link i cant see any mention of the $100 Amex gift card and its also talking about a $95 initialisation fee on top of the $395.
I might have followed a link from Award Wallet which may have confused it or has this offer expired early?
I might have followed a link from Award Wallet which may have confused it or has this offer expired early?
If you want a forward of the email; just send me a PM with your email address.
Just received a reminder email today, which included the details :
Now through the end of June, access your annual rate of $395 with code: FCJUNE14
As an added bonus, you will receive a $100 American Express Gift Card*, once you’ve become a Member by using the promo code: FCJUNE14
Jun 24, 2014, 7:00 pm
#7
Join Date: May 2013
Programs: N/A
Posts: 685
Would other casinos be willing to match my diamond status (Cosmo, Mlife, Revel etc?) Would I be able to get decent offers through these matches, I currently have a few casino accounts and have just recently started gambling more and do about $100/hand for a few hours every trip.
Just wanted to see if it's worth it I my case and if I would have to rematch or re qualify for other properties every year.
Thanks!
Just wanted to see if it's worth it I my case and if I would have to rematch or re qualify for other properties every year.
Thanks!
Jun 25, 2014, 12:52 am
#8
Original Poster
Join Date: Jun 2005
Location: Charlotte, NC, USA | CLT, formerly LHR & AMS (with just a bit of PSP)
Programs: BAEC Gold, Hilton Diamond, BonVoy Titanium, (soon former) Caesars7*, (former) Wynn Black, HR "Icon"
Posts: 8,172
Would other casinos be willing to match my diamond status (Cosmo, Mlife, Revel etc?) Would I be able to get decent offers through these matches, I currently have a few casino accounts and have just recently started gambling more and do about $100/hand for a few hours every trip.
Just wanted to see if it's worth it I my case and if I would have to rematch or re qualify for other properties every year.
Thanks!
Just wanted to see if it's worth it I my case and if I would have to rematch or re qualify for other properties every year.
Thanks!
By far, one of the best is Borgata Black Label (Trade up). (though, this is Atlantic City). The free room (applicable to Saturday nights) is worth $250 to $600 alone.
New members will receive the following reward when upgraded:**
$100 BONUS SLOT DOLLARS or Match Play
Complimentary Stay in a Classic Room
Access to VIP Lounge
Plus the Black Label Benefits:
FREE self and valet parking
Access to Amphora Lounge
10% discount at Borgata Collection
Priority line at check-in and at My Borgata Center
Invitations to My Borgata Black Label only parties and events
Priority reservations at restaurants
Priority access to guest rooms and suites
*Premium cards will be accepted from Caesars Entertainment or Trump Casinos only.
Visit the My Borgata Center for details.
$100 BONUS SLOT DOLLARS or Match Play
Complimentary Stay in a Classic Room
Access to VIP Lounge
Plus the Black Label Benefits:
FREE self and valet parking
Access to Amphora Lounge
10% discount at Borgata Collection
Priority line at check-in and at My Borgata Center
Invitations to My Borgata Black Label only parties and events
Priority reservations at restaurants
Priority access to guest rooms and suites
*Premium cards will be accepted from Caesars Entertainment or Trump Casinos only.
Visit the My Borgata Center for details.
Jun 26, 2014, 7:34 am
#9
Join Date: May 2013
Programs: N/A
Posts: 685
Venetian used to match (Total Rewards Diamond) to their Grazie Gold Status. This was a one-time match (as I remember), not sure if they still do it.
By far, one of the best is Borgata Black Label (Trade up). (though, this is Atlantic City). The free room (applicable to Saturday nights) is worth $250 to $600 alone.
By far, one of the best is Borgata Black Label (Trade up). (though, this is Atlantic City). The free room (applicable to Saturday nights) is worth $250 to $600 alone.
Definitely going to do this. thanks for the info!! Now just waiting on if they will give me the amex card, i emailed their member services back to confirm.
Jul 3, 2014, 6:51 pm
#11
Join Date: Sep 2010
Location: Southern Md
Programs: Marriott Lifetime Plat / Hilton Gold / IHG Plat
Posts: 252
Venetian used to match (Total Rewards Diamond) to their Grazie Gold Status. This was a one-time match (as I remember), not sure if they still do it.
By far, one of the best is Borgata Black Label (Trade up). (though, this is Atlantic City). The free room (applicable to Saturday nights) is worth $250 to $600 alone.
By far, one of the best is Borgata Black Label (Trade up). (though, this is Atlantic City). The free room (applicable to Saturday nights) is worth $250 to $600 alone.
What Card do you need from CET to get a Black card ? As I fly to vegas more than goto AC because its the same distance by air. I am almost Diamond, but still PLat at CET on one visit.....
Wouldnt mind playing at the Borg sometime
Jul 5, 2014, 2:44 am
#12
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CZR-Total Rewards Diamond will match to Borgata Black Label.
Jul 5, 2014, 2:50 pm
#13
Join Date: Sep 2010
Location: Southern Md
Programs: Marriott Lifetime Plat / Hilton Gold / IHG Plat
Posts: 252
Even though I am down in MD... for me it just makes sense to goto vegas, since I can find 200 buck r/t ns flights from bwi.... Plus of course free rooms
Jul 5, 2014, 5:03 pm
#14
Join Date: Oct 2009
Location: Somewhere over the rainbow
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Jul 6, 2014, 10:39 am
#15
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Join Date: Jun 2005
Location: Charlotte, NC, USA | CLT, formerly LHR & AMS (with just a bit of PSP)
Programs: BAEC Gold, Hilton Diamond, BonVoy Titanium, (soon former) Caesars7*, (former) Wynn Black, HR "Icon"
Posts: 8,172
*Premium cards will be accepted from Caesars Entertainment, Tropicana Atlantic City, or Trump Casinos only.