The future of James Packer’s casino empire is looking bleaker by the minute, with The Star no longer interested in teaming up.

The bosses at Crown have given the private equity firm a big thumbs down for its acquisition proposal.

The Star faces some competition, however, from a private equity firm that wants to take over Crown (which, FYI, has also just hired a new CEO).

This travel marketing expert says agents need to stand in their customer’s shoes. Although we’re not suggesting you steal their footwear.