New Year's Eve in Vegas - what to do
December 7th, 2012 at 11:15:06 AM
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It seems all I have to do is make a statement that I am going to do one thing, and next thing I know I am doing 180* opposite.
Statement: I am scheduled to arrive at the Beau Rivage late in the evening, "so I am going to go to bed when I get there, and play when I get up."
Reality: I arrive at 11:00 PM and play craps until 9:30 AM
Statement: I am going to just buy in for $300, and play low ball $5.
Reality: I buy in for $300, then $300 more, and I play aggressive $5/$10.
Statement: Vegas is too far to go. I have more options much closer to home.
Reality: Just accepted 12/30-01/02 trip to Paris for my wife and I.
So, first time in Vegas for New Year's Eve. After all those years of Diamond party invitations, we finally get to go and I am a Gold player now. DOH!
What is a good thing to do on New Year'e Eve? Suggestions please.
It appears Freemont street has a bunch of bands. $30 admission. Anybody ever gone to this ?
Statement: I am scheduled to arrive at the Beau Rivage late in the evening, "so I am going to go to bed when I get there, and play when I get up."
Reality: I arrive at 11:00 PM and play craps until 9:30 AM
Statement: I am going to just buy in for $300, and play low ball $5.
Reality: I buy in for $300, then $300 more, and I play aggressive $5/$10.
Statement: Vegas is too far to go. I have more options much closer to home.
Reality: Just accepted 12/30-01/02 trip to Paris for my wife and I.
So, first time in Vegas for New Year's Eve. After all those years of Diamond party invitations, we finally get to go and I am a Gold player now. DOH!
What is a good thing to do on New Year'e Eve? Suggestions please.
It appears Freemont street has a bunch of bands. $30 admission. Anybody ever gone to this ?
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December 7th, 2012 at 12:53:28 PM
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I don't know about you...but I'm just 30...and I would AVOID Vegas for NYE like the PLAGUE...then again, I avoid Downtown Reno on NYE....I usually just go to the VIP Party at JANugget, then look out my window and watch the fireworks over downtown and then crash...
I will say I was in Vegas for NYE one year (1997) and OMG! The streets were entirely FILLED with people (Think Times Square status!)
I will say I was in Vegas for NYE one year (1997) and OMG! The streets were entirely FILLED with people (Think Times Square status!)
Gambling calls to me...like this ~> http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4Nap37mNSmQ
December 7th, 2012 at 12:59:38 PM
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How is Super Bowl weekend in Vegas? I've been Final Four, right before New Years, and July 4th and all were madhouses. Wondering if the Super Bowl offer I got is worth using.
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December 7th, 2012 at 1:26:50 PM
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Quote: TIMSPEEDI don't know about you...but I'm just 30...and I would AVOID Vegas for NYE like the PLAGUE...then again, I avoid Downtown Reno on NYE....I usually just go to the VIP Party at JANugget, then look out my window and watch the fireworks over downtown and then crash...
I will say I was in Vegas for NYE one year (1997) and OMG! The streets were entirely FILLED with people (Think Times Square status!)
I generally hate crowds myself, so this is just one more contradiction......me being in Vegas for NYE. Neither my wife nor I are party animals (if any 50 yo can even be a party animal). Five hours of free liquor will get me about 5 drinks. BUT, I figure that is still way cheaper than me being at a craps table.
Always borrow money from a pessimist; They don't expect to get paid back !
Be yourself and speak your thoughts. Those who matter won't mind, and those that mind, don't matter!
December 7th, 2012 at 1:32:07 PM
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Quote: FarFromVegasHow is Super Bowl weekend in Vegas? I've been Final Four, right before New Years, and July 4th and all were madhouses. Wondering if the Super Bowl offer I got is worth using.
I spaced out Final Four one year. Finally gave up on booking online and used xpedia or something where you put in a price blind and afterwards you get the name of the place. Josie was not exactly thrilled when I told her we would be staying at TERRIBLES.
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
Sparkles yet
December 7th, 2012 at 1:37:07 PM
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Quote: BuzzardI spaced out Final Four one year. Finally gave up on booking online and used xpedia or something where you put in a price blind and afterwards you get the name of the place. Josie was not exactly thrilled when I told her we would be staying at TERRIBLES.
I was at MGM for a wedding. Bad timing, but not my choice! I had a lovely view of a brick wall and wasn't about to pay for an upgrade. No freebies given out that weekend!
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 7th, 2012 at 1:37:54 PM
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Quote: FarFromVegasHow is Super Bowl weekend in Vegas? I've been Final Four, right before New Years, and July 4th and all were madhouses. Wondering if the Super Bowl offer I got is worth using.
Superbowl is usually the second busiest weekend in Las Vegas. New Year's is the busiest.
At my age, a "Life In Prison" sentence is not much of a deterrent.
December 7th, 2012 at 1:38:28 PM
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Hey. all the bride got to see was the ceiling that night. Unless she was one of those liberated women !
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
Sparkles yet
December 7th, 2012 at 1:38:56 PM
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Quote: BuzzardHey. all the bride got to see was the ceiling that night.
Are you SURE about that ?
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Be yourself and speak your thoughts. Those who matter won't mind, and those that mind, don't matter!
December 7th, 2012 at 1:39:56 PM
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Quote: RaleighCrapsAre you SURE about that ?
Well, it was dark in that room. Had to use my flash attachment for the pictures.
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
Sparkles yet
December 7th, 2012 at 1:50:27 PM
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Quote: BuzzardHey. all the bride got to see was the ceiling that night. Unless she was one of those liberated women !
I think their room was much nicer than ours! Not like we spent any time in it. It was sheer coincidence my daughter was born 40 weeks later--honest!!
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 7th, 2012 at 1:57:38 PM
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What happens in Vegas stays in Vegas. Well, except for the baby. She usually gets to come home.
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
Sparkles yet
December 7th, 2012 at 2:38:09 PM
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Quote: BuzzardWhat happens in Vegas stays in Vegas. Well, except for the baby. She usually gets to come home.
And herpes...that shit comes back with ya...
Gambling calls to me...like this ~> http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4Nap37mNSmQ
December 7th, 2012 at 3:36:08 PM
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Quote: TIMSPEEDAnd herpes...that shit comes back with ya...
The gift that keeps on giving...
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 7th, 2012 at 9:02:48 PM
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Quote: buzzardHey. all the bride got to see was the ceiling that night. Unless she was one of those liberated women !
Well they get liberated even if ya buy em a cowgirl hat, better cowboy up podnah, gonna be a long ride. ;o)
Can I get a WAAAAHHHHOOOO!
Some people need to reimagine their thinking.
December 7th, 2012 at 9:12:11 PM
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Just cause a girl rides side-saddle does not mean she is a sissy.
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
Sparkles yet
December 8th, 2012 at 6:57:42 AM
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Quote: BuzzardJust cause a girl rides side-saddle does not mean she is a sissy.
I've always been into ladies who were Doggy lovers myself!
December 8th, 2012 at 2:16:00 PM
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Well,,,,,,,,,, so far the thread has pretty much been about things I can already do at home. :-D
I guess no one has experienced Vegas on NYE ?
I guess no one has experienced Vegas on NYE ?
Always borrow money from a pessimist; They don't expect to get paid back !
Be yourself and speak your thoughts. Those who matter won't mind, and those that mind, don't matter!
December 8th, 2012 at 5:22:37 PM
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It has been quite a few years since I was in Vegas on NYE but it was wild. The strip turns into an outdoor party for a while with no traffic. If you like being in the middle of a big party with several thousand of your closest friends you can enjoy that. If you actually want to gamble within a few hours of midnight get onto a table earlier and don't leave. Not only will it be almost impossible to find a spot but you won't find anything under $100 minimum. Many of them will grandfather you if you have been there for a while. When I was there it was $5 when I sat down and black by midnight.
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