I'm Going To 'Vegas, Baby!!
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November 13th, 2012 at 4:53:35 PM
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I'll be in Las Vegas from early early morning December 7th to December 11th. I've stayed on the strip countless times and I'd like to try something new to my personal experience. For example the El Cortez is not new but it would be new to me, so it counts. I can get comp'd at any Caesars property (except Caesars proper which I don't like) but to shake things up, I'm willing to spend the jackpot that I won at the Tropicana in Atlantic City (see below) on a nice room for the five days that I'll be in Las Vegas. $800 of that has already been allocated to airfare and rental car. I want to hear about what $1402 can buy me in Las Vegas that doesn't include the company of prostitutes. (Gambling is budgeted separately).
Someday, joor goin' to see the name of Googie Gomez in lights and joor goin' to say to joorself, "Was that her?" and then joor goin' to answer to joorself, "That was her!" But you know somethin' mister? I was always her yuss nobody knows it! - Googie Gomez
November 13th, 2012 at 4:58:48 PM
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Didn't you have taxes taken out? Or is $2200 after that?
If I were you, I'd spend the leftover cash on an extremely high variance play. Maybe some purple chip roulette or $50 slots. Go for a trip to Macau.
If I were you, I'd spend the leftover cash on an extremely high variance play. Maybe some purple chip roulette or $50 slots. Go for a trip to Macau.
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November 13th, 2012 at 5:13:29 PM
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Gambling is a separate budget. I'm looking for suggestions for a hotel. A hotel that I'm willing to pay for.Quote: ahiromuDidn't you have taxes taken out? Or is $2200 after that?
If I were you, I'd spend the leftover cash on an extremely high variance play. Maybe some purple chip roulette or $50 slots. Go for a trip to Macau.
Someday, joor goin' to see the name of Googie Gomez in lights and joor goin' to say to joorself, "Was that her?" and then joor goin' to answer to joorself, "That was her!" But you know somethin' mister? I was always her yuss nobody knows it! - Googie Gomez
November 13th, 2012 at 5:23:17 PM
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We recently stayed at The Palazzo...definitely the best room I've ever stayed in!
Gambling calls to me...like this ~> http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4Nap37mNSmQ
November 13th, 2012 at 5:30:46 PM
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I'm sure it's nice but I'm looking for something a little more old style Vegas but without all the smoke.Quote: TIMSPEEDWe recently stayed at The Palazzo...definitely the best room I've ever stayed in!
Someday, joor goin' to see the name of Googie Gomez in lights and joor goin' to say to joorself, "Was that her?" and then joor goin' to answer to joorself, "That was her!" But you know somethin' mister? I was always her yuss nobody knows it! - Googie Gomez
November 13th, 2012 at 5:47:01 PM
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Look, a rainbow!
I voted MGM/Mirage and Other Independent.
Bellagio is a fantastic center-strip property. And, to me, there's something about the Rampart that screams "old vegas" and that casino just happens to be at the JW Marriott resort.
I voted MGM/Mirage and Other Independent.
Bellagio is a fantastic center-strip property. And, to me, there's something about the Rampart that screams "old vegas" and that casino just happens to be at the JW Marriott resort.
"So as the clock ticked and the day passed, opportunity met preparation, and luck happened." - Maurice Clarett
November 13th, 2012 at 5:50:43 PM
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The RUSH Tower at the Golden Nugget.
All Non-Smoking Tower.
A corner suite.
You can be within a 5 minute walk to EVERYTHING Downtown.
It really doesn't get better than this(IMHO)being Downtown.
All Non-Smoking Tower.
A corner suite.
You can be within a 5 minute walk to EVERYTHING Downtown.
It really doesn't get better than this(IMHO)being Downtown.
I don't know everything but I know a lot.
November 13th, 2012 at 5:52:04 PM
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I stayed at El Cortez a couple years ago in the newly renovated tower, not the capri place across the street they bought recently (or whatever it's called). I liked it. I recommend it since you want you want old vibe. Can't get any older than the ElCo, opened in 1941. Still has all original signage out front and slots that dispense coins.
"Poker sure is an easy game to beat if you have the roll to keep rebuying."
November 14th, 2012 at 6:40:59 PM
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So far, I leaning towards The D, Four Queens, El Cortez, The Riviera and there's an outside chance for Gold Coast. Which is least likely to give me a rash if I sleep there?
Someday, joor goin' to see the name of Googie Gomez in lights and joor goin' to say to joorself, "Was that her?" and then joor goin' to answer to joorself, "That was her!" But you know somethin' mister? I was always her yuss nobody knows it! - Googie Gomez
November 14th, 2012 at 6:47:36 PM
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Quote: s2dbakerSo far, I leaning towards The D, Four Queens, El Cortez, The Riviera and there's an outside chance for Gold Coast. Which is least likely to give me a rash if I sleep there?
I have stayed at Four Queens, and El Cortez in the last 3 months. Both clean and comfortable- no complaints here.
"I am a man devoured by the passion for gambling." --Dostoevsky, 1871
November 14th, 2012 at 7:10:46 PM
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I booked the Premium Corner King at The D. $361.60 I hope this doesn't suck.
Someday, joor goin' to see the name of Googie Gomez in lights and joor goin' to say to joorself, "Was that her?" and then joor goin' to answer to joorself, "That was her!" But you know somethin' mister? I was always her yuss nobody knows it! - Googie Gomez
November 14th, 2012 at 7:18:44 PM
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I've stayed at The 'D' when it was Fitzgeralds and the rooms were reasonable - I would say that The 4 Queens were slightly better but not much in it. I'll be at The Golden Nugget from 9th - 16th so we will practically be neighbors :-)
November 17th, 2012 at 8:45:40 PM
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I stayed at a vintage room at the El Cortez recently and really dug it. One of my favorite rooms in all of Vegas (and that's saying something). Also literally a trip down the stairs to the craps table. Although for me recently, that's not a good thing...
"Dice, verily, are armed with goads and driving-hooks, deceiving and tormenting, causing grievous woe." -Rig Veda 10.34.4
November 17th, 2012 at 9:12:53 PM
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Quote: s2dbakerSo far, I leaning towards The D, Four Queens, El Cortez, The Riviera and there's an outside chance for Gold Coast. Which is least likely to give me a rash if I sleep there?
El Cortez is one of my favorite spots in Vegas. If you are going to stay there get the American Casino guide. Between the $10 slot play and 50% the already reasonable steakhouse it will pay for itself, plus I believe it has a coupon for a discounted room, 2 nights for the price of one. Then it has $10 match play at both Plaza and Vegas club, plus $25 match play at Golden Gate. The last three coupons alone give you more than $20 of EV which pays for the book and gives you an excuse to see all the places downtown.
I have never stayed at the Gold Nugget but I understand it to be on par with a mid level strip property like a TI or Mirage, please correct me if this is wrong (I am sure someone will!) I was disappointed with the 4 queens, it felt very bland, like a econolodge room. The El Co is low end but clean and it has a vintage feeling, plus the tower rooms are big and they will comp a night for every $2000 of slot VP coin in. This is not a hard and fast rule so go to the players club when you get there, ask to speak to a host (there ain't any but play dumb) and then talk to the slot director (I believe his name is Tim) and ask how much to comp off a room. That 2000 points will also earn you $4 cash plus about the same in a seperate comp account.
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December 5th, 2012 at 5:58:07 PM
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Yay!! My gambling vacation paid for with my gambling winnings commences tomorrow night. I should call The D now and let them know that I'll be in really late.
Someday, joor goin' to see the name of Googie Gomez in lights and joor goin' to say to joorself, "Was that her?" and then joor goin' to answer to joorself, "That was her!" But you know somethin' mister? I was always her yuss nobody knows it! - Googie Gomez
December 5th, 2012 at 9:06:26 PM
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I would strongly advise against the Riviera. The food and location are terrible. The people aren't the greatest and it generally has a depressed atmosphere. You have to really, really like spotted dick. Even a place like the Vegas Club is better because a different property is steps away. Never stayed at El Cortez but that walk isn't very welcoming. My vote is for the Plaza or 4 Queens even though GN seems more your style.
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December 5th, 2012 at 9:23:17 PM
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In my humble opinion, the Riviera is the absolute worst casino that I have ever been to in the entire state.
But that's just my opinion!
You might be better off staying in the storm drains!
But that's just my opinion!
You might be better off staying in the storm drains!
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December 5th, 2012 at 9:43:14 PM
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Well, the rooms at the Riveria were free when I was in Vegas for G2E. And Josie hit the slots for $1700 as I was checking out.
So I can not say anything bad about the RIV. But free is always nice.
So I can not say anything bad about the RIV. But free is always nice.
Shed not for her
the bitter tear
Nor give the heart
to vain regret
Tis but the casket
that lies here,
The gem that filled it
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December 5th, 2012 at 9:58:59 PM
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Quote: AhighIn my humble opinion, the Riviera is the absolute worst casino that I have ever been to in the entire state.
Have you ever been to the Eureka casino on Sahara?
How about Railroad Pass?
Heck, this is a subject worthy of its own thread.
"What, me worry?"
December 5th, 2012 at 10:02:10 PM
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Quote: MrVHave you ever been to the Eureka casino on Sahara?
How about Railroad Pass?
Heck, this is a subject worthy of its own thread.
Nope and nope. And I'll tell you I didn't want to go to the Riviera when I went there. Another person dragged me there, and I absolutely wish I had never been!!!
As far as another thread about where not to go, that sounds interesting.
I actually like many lower limit casinos and casinos with more colorful characters.
But I hated the Riviera. Again, just opinion, but really hated it.
I like Fiesta, and I even like Joker's Wild when I visit there .. I have fun.
But the Riviera, for playing craps, which is all I do .. like they call the five "no no!!"
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December 5th, 2012 at 11:14:54 PM
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Quote: Yelp Review
it is a dive for sure but the service is excellent, before heading to the strip i usually get a couple of drinks for cheap, if you are into video machines this is the place for you, the neighborhood is sketch, crackheads, trannies, and prostitutes always walking around but inside just to watch a game and drink for cheap is fine
http://www.yelp.com/biz/eureka-casino-las-vegas
Railroad pass has even more entertaining entries, too many to pick from to include here though.
http://www.yelp.com/biz/railroad-pass-hotel-and-casino-henderson
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December 7th, 2012 at 12:11:43 AM
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I just flew in from New York. Boy! Are my arms tired!
Someday, joor goin' to see the name of Googie Gomez in lights and joor goin' to say to joorself, "Was that her?" and then joor goin' to answer to joorself, "That was her!" But you know somethin' mister? I was always her yuss nobody knows it! - Googie Gomez
December 7th, 2012 at 8:40:19 PM
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Down about $500 so far. Meh! Perhaps lady variance will shine on me after dinner here at the ElCortez.
Someday, joor goin' to see the name of Googie Gomez in lights and joor goin' to say to joorself, "Was that her?" and then joor goin' to answer to joorself, "That was her!" But you know somethin' mister? I was always her yuss nobody knows it! - Googie Gomez
December 7th, 2012 at 10:36:39 PM
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Yay, the ElCortez gave me $300 back thanks to a Cash Wizard machine.
Someday, joor goin' to see the name of Googie Gomez in lights and joor goin' to say to joorself, "Was that her?" and then joor goin' to answer to joorself, "That was her!" But you know somethin' mister? I was always her yuss nobody knows it! - Googie Gomez
December 7th, 2012 at 10:59:20 PM
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gl gl gl!!! I was pretty happy to only be down $120 from my trip (not including flight/hotel). Good goal to shoot for imo!
December 8th, 2012 at 6:44:07 AM
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Good luck! (Or Positive Variance!)
I found your Aladdin ATM but he didn't love me like he loved you. My sister and I chose to use some free play on them and I never got the bonus although she did pretty well on hers. Nothing spectacular like your result! And I saw your Karl Rove but he was a bit younger and heavier than my Karl Rove (the section I had been in for my win had a much younger guy in it that weekend but it was near the bar where the music plays and the singer was AWFUL! So bad she ran us off our favorite machines and she probably ran out my Karl Rove...) and he still seemed to be happy but he wasn't giving out any money that night.
I found your Aladdin ATM but he didn't love me like he loved you. My sister and I chose to use some free play on them and I never got the bonus although she did pretty well on hers. Nothing spectacular like your result! And I saw your Karl Rove but he was a bit younger and heavier than my Karl Rove (the section I had been in for my win had a much younger guy in it that weekend but it was near the bar where the music plays and the singer was AWFUL! So bad she ran us off our favorite machines and she probably ran out my Karl Rove...) and he still seemed to be happy but he wasn't giving out any money that night.
Each of us is entitled to his own opinion, but not to his own facts.
Preparing for a fight about your bad decision is not as smart as making a good decision.
December 8th, 2012 at 9:46:40 AM
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Thank you, I will channel as much PV as I can. I got some at The Four Queens last night at Texas Hold'em Bonus :)Quote: FarFromVegasGood luck! (Or Positive Variance!)
OMG OMG OMG!!!! I saw the worstest Elvis Impersonator (Fat Elvis) at the ElCortez OMG OMG OMG!!! He was so loud but here's the strange part, he had fans!! There were people surrounding the lounge there to see him. I had a sad for humanity.Quote: FarFromVegasit was near the bar where the music plays and the singer was AWFUL! So bad she ran us off our favorite machines and she probably ran out my Karl Rove
Someday, joor goin' to see the name of Googie Gomez in lights and joor goin' to say to joorself, "Was that her?" and then joor goin' to answer to joorself, "That was her!" But you know somethin' mister? I was always her yuss nobody knows it! - Googie Gomez
December 8th, 2012 at 11:52:26 AM
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Wow! Up $400 this morning just walking to the ElCortez to use a BOGO coupon for breakfast. $200 at The D and another $200 at the ElCortez. Yay!!
Someday, joor goin' to see the name of Googie Gomez in lights and joor goin' to say to joorself, "Was that her?" and then joor goin' to answer to joorself, "That was her!" But you know somethin' mister? I was always her yuss nobody knows it! - Googie Gomez
December 8th, 2012 at 11:57:06 AM
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Quote: s2dbakerWow! Up $400 this morning just walking to the ElCortez to use a BOGO coupon for breakfast. $200 at The D and another $200 at the ElCortez. Yay!!
That's almost worth enduring Fat Elvis for!
Each of us is entitled to his own opinion, but not to his own facts.
Preparing for a fight about your bad decision is not as smart as making a good decision.
December 8th, 2012 at 1:37:24 PM
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Yes! I just went there for the first time a couple weeks ago. I've been back once. I really like playing NSUD for quarters at the bar and drinking Newcastles on draft. (They give you those big "Geordie" glasses. Sweet!) They also almost always have a drawing or promotion of some sort. The casino might be in the worst neighborhood in Vegas.Quote: MrVHave you ever been to the Eureka casino on Sahara?
It was literally calling out to me!:
"Dice, verily, are armed with goads and driving-hooks, deceiving and tormenting, causing grievous woe." -Rig Veda 10.34.4
December 8th, 2012 at 2:10:52 PM
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I'd drink a Newcastle to play NSUD. Damn, I miss Vegas already. LOL at that sign. glglgl!
