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A Good Thing Gets Better
It’s All About the Offer
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welcome
Making a good
thing even better
Since launching the all-new M life, we’ve had some good
conversations with the people who matter most: members like you.
What we heard was pretty consistent – that is, there are things that
are great about the program, and there are some things that could
be even better.
So we listened, and we acted, and we enhanced.You’ll still be
able to earn Tier Credits at every M life destination.You’ll still be
able to enjoy rewards at our family of resorts as well. And, like
always, you’ll still enjoy unprecedented access and benefits at the
most iconic resorts on the Las Vegas Strip (along with great resort
experiences from Detroit to the South, too).
But as you read the following pages, you’ll find some exciting
changes. M life has been simplified. It’s made more transparent.
And you’ll now enjoy offers that are more compelling than ever.
There’s never been a better time to be a member of M life. Read
on to find out more – and then start enjoying your new rewards by
visiting us soon.
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M life
BENEFITS
tiers
tale of the
Here are a few highlights when it comes to the unique
benefits of each M life tier. We are also offering a
way for you to earn more. The higher your tier, the
more points and Express Comps™ you will earn.
Even as part of the first
Pearl members enjoy
Gold members experience
Platinum Members get
As part of our ultra-elite,
tier, Sapphire Members
all the perks of Sapphire
everything Pearl members
All the benefits of Gold
NOIR Members get the
enjoy some big benefits,
membership, along with:
do, plus:
membership, enhanced
best of everything. Period.
such as:
• Presale access to the
with all this and more:
• Buffet line pass – you’ll
• Priority check-in so you
• Priority front-of-the-line
biggest and best shows
never have to wait in
can move to your own
valet and taxi service
in Las Vegas – like UFC®,
that long line again!
dedicated (and often
Madonna, Justin Bieber,
and Jimmy Buffett, just
to name a few
• Room and show
ticket discounts
• Seating upgrade for
shows (when available)
– you’ll always be
shorter!) line
• Complimentary room
upgrade when available
• 15% off retail purchase
at some of the finest
• Guaranteed room,
show, and restaurant
reservations
• Complimentary
stores and boutiques
limousine transportation
in Las Vegas
to and from the airport
closer to your
favorite performers
• Access to Exclusive
Personalized Offers
Earn 10% bonus
on points and
Express Comps.
Earn 20% bonus
on points and
Express Comps.
Earn 30% bonus
on points and
Express Comps.
Earn 40% bonus
on points and
Express Comps.
The benefits listed apply to the M life resorts in Las Vegas. For a complete listing of benefits for Beau Rivage, Gold Strike Tunica, or MGM Grand Detroit, please visit mlife.com.
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beauty
in simplicity
Jean Georges Steakhouse at ARIA
Now, M life is easier to enjoy.
S
o the benefits of M life are pretty clear. And with a
simplified approach to Tier Credits, it’s even easier than
ever to see how the program is doing more for members.
One thing our members have mentioned to us is the desire for a
straightforward policy when it comes to how long their tier and
Tier Credits last.
Remember, you earn Tier Credits for virtually everything you
enjoy at M life resorts – accommodations, dining, gaming, spa,
and entertainment. The more Tier Credits you earn, the higher
your tier – and that means you enjoy greater benefits.
The rolling expiration date for tiers and Tier Credits
will be replaced with one set expiration date per year –
October 1. If you advance to a higher tier before that
date, you’ll enjoy those tier benefits for at least a year!
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It’s all about the offer
W
hen our members speak,
we listen. So when you
said it’s all about the
offers, we revamped M life to
ensure more of your rewards are
directed to exclusive offers.
We’ve enhanced the program so
that the main focus is bringing
you the most compelling offers,
as often as possible. That means
you now enjoy the best deals at
the foremost destinations in Las
Vegas while still getting the most
rewards for your play.
Want even more facts?
Here you go – take a look at
how M life stacks up against
other rewards programs:
Play
New M life1
Total Rewards
Red Card
Club Grazie
Identity
$3 on Slots
$5 on Slots
$1.50 on Slots
$1 on Slots
$1.50 on Slots
$10 on Video Poker/
Specialty Games2
$10 on
Video Poker
$6 or $15 on
Video Poker
$5 on Video
Poker3
$7.50 on
Video Poker
1 point =
$0.01 in FREEPLAY™
1 TR Credit =
$0.01 in Comps
OR
1 point =
$0.006 in
Slot Credits
1 Identity Point =
$0.01 in Comps
AND
1 point =
$0.01 in
FREECREDIT
$0.01 in
Express Comps
$0.005 in
Slot Credits
OR
Slot Credits
High
Low
Get
Rewards4
Resort Comps
Medium
Medium
OR
Medium
Accelerated
Earning Based
on Tier
Comp
Yourself
1 These values represent M life Las Vegas resorts as of 10/1/12. Members earn $0.02 in Express Comps for every point at Mississippi and Detroit M life resorts.
2 Please see M life desk for a complete list of earning rates by game type.
3 Grazie Points are awarded based on theoretical win. Assumes 10% hold on slots and 2% hold on video poker.
4 Assumes play on reels and video poker; Payback 0% - 0.20% = Low, 0.21% - 0.40% = Medium, 0.41%+ = High
5 You’ll still earn 10 Tier Credits for every Base Point earned at M life destinations in Las Vegas, 2 tier credits for every Base Point earned at Beau Rivage or
Gold Strike Tunica, and 1 Tier Credit for every Base Point earned at MGM Grand Detroit.
Some things just don’t compare.
We bring you the most amazing dining. The most
luxurious accommodations. The most decadent spas.
The absolute best entertainment. You can enjoy it all
with special offers at every M life destination. In other
words, you get the best offers — at the best resorts.
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Continue to use Express Comps at M life destinations
for hotel, dining, and entertainment — or save them
for an exclusive M life Moment. Sapphire through
Platinum Members may earn up to $5,000 in Express
Comps. NOIR Members may earn up to $10,000.
NOIR advancement will be by invitation.
KÀ™ at MGM Grand
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NEW attractions
you’re invited
Can’t-Miss Experiences at MGM Resorts Destinations. It’s time to take out your calendar and save
some dates. As an M life member, we want you to experience our most prestigious events
of the season. Check out these incredible new experiences at some of your favorite M life resorts.
Lily Bar & Lounge at Bellagio
Located in the heart of Bellagio, Lily Bar & Lounge
is the brand-new bar and lounge experience that
converges high design with high excitement.
Enjoy seasonal cocktails amid an environment
defined by imported Spanish stone, antiqueinspired mirrors, and inviting leather couches.
Javier’s at ARIA
Direct from Southern California and Los Cabos,
Mexico, Javier’s brings its signature southof-the-border flair to ARIA. This is where
regionally influenced Mexican cooking meets
an atmosphere of inviting excitement.
Tetsu at ARIA
Celebrated Chef Masa Takayama
introduces the concept of Japanese
teppan dining at ARIA. It’s both dinner
and a show, with the finest meats,
seafood, and vegetables cooked to
perfection, right at your table.
Sports Bar at MGM Grand Detroit
Tap into MGM Grand Detroit’s incredible new
sports bar. An homage to the city’s rich industrial,
architectural, and sporting heritage, you’ll find a
robust menu, plenty of brews, live entertainment,
and all the game-time action you could ask for.
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UPCOMING
EVENTS
SEPT 30
OCT
13 & 14
OCT
20 & 27
Justin Bieber
MGM Grand
Madonna
MGM Grand
Jimmy Buffett
MGM Grand
NOV 23
NOV 24
An Evening with RUSH
MGM Grand
Andrea Bocelli
MGM Grand
SEPT
21 & 22
NOV 3
iHeartRadio Music Festival
MGM Grand
Eric Church
Mandalay Bay
simplified
Q:
I visit M life destinations for more than
A:
Yes! You earn Tier Credits for virtually everything
just the casino. Do I earn benefits for enjoying
you enjoy at M life destinations, including rooms, spa,
other parts of the resort experience?
entertainment, and dining (and, of course, gaming too!).
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mix it up
F
or those of you who are cocktail connoisseurs – or who
would like to be – there’s no better M life Moment than
Mixology Training & Tasting at Monte Carlo.
Available to members at the Sapphire tier, you and four friends
will join the Director of Beverage for two hours, where you’ll
learn the secrets of incredible cocktails. From timeless classics
to modern favorites, the drinks you make here will definitely
ensure you’ll be the toast of your next party.
And since the best way to measure progress is by the glass,
you’ll also get to sip as you go. In other words, this is one
cocktail class that definitely makes the grade.
your haven
of relaxation
T
he Spa at ARIA is an expansive retreat of total
rejuvenation. And if you’re an M life member at the
Gold tier, you and a guest can enjoy it all to yourselves.
ARIA After-Dark spa retreat is an M life Moment that includes
full private access to the Spa at ARIA during the evening, after
it closes to the public. You and your guest will explore the full
range of treatment rooms, including the Shio Salt Room, the
heated stone Ganbanyoku Beds (the only of their kind in the
country), the rejuvenating therapy pool, and more.
And as a way of celebrating this most private of retreats,
complimentary hors d’oeuvres and champagne will enhance
your exclusive escape.
This incredible M life Moment is a spa experience unlike any
other. It is, quite possibly, the most rewarding way to relax.
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T
he destinations of MGM Resorts International bring
you the best in live entertainment. From resident shows
to live concerts, there’s no better place to see it live.
For the second year in a row, the MGM Grand Garden Arena
plays host to the iHeartRadio Music Festival, an amazing twoday concert experience that brings together huge names like
Shakira, Aerosmith, Usher, Rihanna, Taylor Swift, and more.
This is the ultimate concert experience of the year, and it can
only be experienced at MGM Grand.
For entertainment of a different color, check out Blue Man
Group, now at Monte Carlo. This celebrated production is a
kaleidoscope of music, light, and sound – driven by three blue
men who never speak, but communicate volumes with their
percussive talent and puckish humor.
Also new is Zarkana™ – the newest spectacle by Cirque
du Soleil®. Showing at ARIA, this acrobatic rock opera is a
visual and auditory mash-up of incredible music and fascinating
feats of physical prowess. There’s a magician. Four sirens. Evil
mutants. And countless moments of pure amazement.
As an M life member, remember that you get priority ticket
reservations. And that makes it even easier to enjoy your next
once-in-a-lifetime entertainment experience.
in the
spotlight
simplified
Q:
A:
As a table player, what kind of benefits can I expect?
Our table players earn Express Comps and Tier Credits.
The exact amount is based on your length of play, your
average bet, and the game you play. As you reach higher
tiers within M life, you’ll earn these rewards at a faster rate.
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A
s a member of M life, you have the exclusive privilege
of taking part in the biggest shopping spree of the
year. It happens with Holiday Gift Shoppe – your
chance to exchange Holiday Gift Shoppe Points for incredible
name-brand merchandise.
It works like this:You earn Holiday Gift Shoppe Points
every time you play your favorite slots, all throughout the
year. From November 30 – December 9, you’ll have the
opportunity to redeem these special points for a whole
range of electronics, housewares, jewelry, sporting goods,
and more.You can shop at our live event, or you can select
your gifts from special kiosks at your favorite resorts.
You can even make your own wish list at mlife.com.
make your holiday
brighter
Play now. Shop later. Only with Holiday Gift Shoppe Points.
simplified
Q:
A:
Do Tier Credits ever expire?
They do. To make this part of the program
extremely simple and transparent, all Tier Credits
expire on October 1 every year.
love vegas?
now you can build your own
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benefits
beyond the resort
We continue to partner with leading brands in leisure and
hospitality to bring you greater rewards, no matter where
your travels take you.
The Light Group is one of the world’s leading
hospitality companies operating 14 dining, daylife
and nightlife hot spots in Las Vegas, including
The Mirage’s 1 OAK, Bare, The Beatles
REVOLUTION Lounge, and STACK Steakhouse and Lounge; ARIA’s
HAZE Nightclub, Gold Boutique Nightclub, The Deuce Lounge, and
Liquid Pool Lounge; Bellagio’s The Bank, Lily Bar & Lounge, FIX, and
Yellowtail Japanese Restaurant & Lounge, as well as Monte Carlo’s
BRAND and Diablo’s Cantina. As a Gold member or above, you will
receive priority access to The Light Group’s premiere daylife and
nightlife destinations, just flash your card upon arrival. If you are a
Platinum or NOIR Member, you can expect priority reservations and to
be seated at only the best tables at all of The Light Group’s restaurants.
A
groundbreaking new Facebook game gives you the power
to build your own Las Vegas online – and play virtual casino
games for real-world rewards. It’s called myVEGAS, and it’s
the first entertainment experience of its kind.
M life members also enjoy amazing offers and benefits with Star
Awards at Ameristar Casino properties and at Cactus Petes Resort
Casino. That means M life is your ticket to more possibilities at even
more don’t-miss destinations, including Colorado, Indiana, Iowa,
Mississippi, Missouri, and Northern Nevada.
When you play, you can create your own Las Vegas Strip,
constructing actual buildings from the MGM Resorts International
family of destinations. As you make your way toward mogul status,
you’ll also enjoy free-to-play slots and table games on your version
of the Las Vegas Strip. Perhaps best of all, you’ll earn points that
can be used for real-life experiences and rewards at your favorite
MGM Resorts International resorts.
Look for myVEGAS on Facebook. And start building the city you love!
We’re happy to announce a partnership
with Walters Golf, the company that
brings you three of the most distinctive
golf courses in Las Vegas – Bali Hai Golf
Club, Royal Links Golf Club, and Desert Pines Golf Club. As an
M life member, you’ll enjoy discounts and special offers at all of these
destinations. In other words, special perks are all par for the course.
It’s long been our privilege to host amazing Cirque du Soleil productions
at many of our destinations. Now, we have the honor of offering
M life members something more: discounts on all Cirque du Soleil show
tickets – including traveling shows outside of Las Vegas. Better still,
Pearl Members and above get a complimentary seat upgrade for all
Las Vegas shows. Now there’s a reason to stand up and clap.
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