MGM Resorts International has launched a program allowing M life members to connect their social media and loyalty rewards accounts to earn credits in the loyalty program. Location-based updates to Twitter, Facebook Places, Foursquare or an Instagram photo earn 500 credits for each MGM resort visited in a day. That’s equivalent to spending $20 on non-gaming activities like dining. And with all of the MGM properties in Las Vegas, the credits can add up fast if you check in at each property. Sign up at http://www.topguest.com/mlife

And to help you navigate through the massive Venetian and Palazzo hotels in Las Vegas, you can download the VIP Pocket Concierge, which provides a turn-by-turn guide to restaurants, nightclubs, ATMs and restrooms. You can also book hotel rooms, buy show tickets and receive offers from the Grazie Loyalty Program. This is just one of four apps planned this year for the Venetian and Palazzo. Visit the iTunes Store for the iPhone app and Google Play for the Android app. You can also scan the barcode on the M life website to instantly get the free offical M life app which lets you check your awards, play games, see menus and more.