cherrytwist
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edit: BTW I've never been.
Got back from my trip yesterday, returned to work today. Definitely do not feel "recharged" (I wasn't expecting to), but it was a great distraction and there was plenty to do. I really enjoyed myself. It was nice to get away for a bit and enjoy some of the things Vegas had to offer.
I enjoyed lounging at the hotel as much as anything else. We stayed at the Vdara. If you are looking for an "oasis" from the strip and not just a place to party and gamble, stay here. We roamed the strip when we weren't poolside at the hotel, which was crowded, but respectably quiet.
I played hold 'em ($1/$3 and $1/$2 no limit) at TI and Bally's and walked away with more than I sat down with, which was better than I'd expected. I had set my expectations realistically and played within my budget, so I was happy.
I was lucky enough to get some good cards at the right time on a few occasions and was smart enough (or so I thought) to not get too far into a pot I couldn't win. At least most of the time LOL.
All in all, I walked away with more than I came with and sat next to someone from my hometown during one of the games which was cool. He had lived in my area (within a couple of blocks) and I, his. He told me about some good local (casino) games I hadn't been to, since I haven't been to a poker room in my hometown for years.
We ate at Ellis Island the first night for the $13.99 Prime Rib which was good as most steaks at much pricier restaurants. Plenty of food and free beer with the meal. Also ate at a "gourmet" burger joint in the Paris hotel, had lunch at the Venetian and had $75 of food credit at our hotel, which was a better value than expected and freakin' delicious.
Did a lot of sight seeing, which meant tons of walking. I'm still trying to determine if that's a good or bad thing It was painful, but I think it helped get me off my ass and realize I can do these things (that I usually avoid b/c of pain) and may encourage me to get out of the house more.
All in all, I had a good time. I had fun gambling. I didn't walk away a millionaire but won a respectable amount of money ($250ish) and as expected, spent a fair amount of time just relaxing.
I'd go back but definitely not in a hurry to. I was on a slightly limited budget but still managed to eat well and play the tables, not to mention stay at a 5-star hotel on the strip. Not too bad.
One last thing. My dumb ass left my cane at the airport. I immediately called Lost and Found and Baggage claim from the hotel and they had no sign of it (it hadn't been turned in). The day before we left, I got a call from the Lost and Found at the airport - they had found my cane. This is awesome because the cane was a gift from a friend for my 40th b-day. So my trip to Vegas truly was lucky in that respect. I'm grateful somebody was kind enough to turn it in.
edit: BTW I've never been.
Got back from my trip yesterday, returned to work today. Definitely do not feel "recharged" (I wasn't expecting to), but it was a great distraction and there was plenty to do. I really enjoyed myself. It was nice to get away for a bit and enjoy some of the things Vegas had to offer.
I enjoyed lounging at the hotel as much as anything else. We stayed at the Vdara. If you are looking for an "oasis" from the strip and not just a place to party and gamble, stay here. We roamed the strip when we weren't poolside at the hotel, which was crowded, but respectably quiet.
I played hold 'em ($1/$3 and $1/$2 no limit) at TI and Bally's and walked away with more than I sat down with, which was better than I'd expected. I had set my expectations realistically and played within my budget, so I was happy.
I was lucky enough to get some good cards at the right time on a few occasions and was smart enough (or so I thought) to not get too far into a pot I couldn't win. At least most of the time LOL.
All in all, I walked away with more than I came with and sat next to someone from my hometown during one of the games which was cool. He had lived in my area (within a couple of blocks) and I, his. He told me about some good local (casino) games I hadn't been to, since I haven't been to a poker room in my hometown for years.
We ate at Ellis Island the first night for the $13.99 Prime Rib which was good as most steaks at much pricier restaurants. Plenty of food and free beer with the meal. Also ate at a "gourmet" burger joint in the Paris hotel, had lunch at the Venetian and had $75 of food credit at our hotel, which was a better value than expected and freakin' delicious.
Did a lot of sight seeing, which meant tons of walking. I'm still trying to determine if that's a good or bad thing It was painful, but I think it helped get me off my ass and realize I can do these things (that I usually avoid b/c of pain) and may encourage me to get out of the house more.
All in all, I had a good time. I had fun gambling. I didn't walk away a millionaire but won a respectable amount of money ($250ish) and as expected, spent a fair amount of time just relaxing.
I'd go back but definitely not in a hurry to. I was on a slightly limited budget but still managed to eat well and play the tables, not to mention stay at a 5-star hotel on the strip. Not too bad.
One last thing. My dumb ass left my cane at the airport. I immediately called Lost and Found and Baggage claim from the hotel and they had no sign of it (it hadn't been turned in). The day before we left, I got a call from the Lost and Found at the airport - they had found my cane. This is awesome because the cane was a gift from a friend for my 40th b-day. So my trip to Vegas truly was lucky in that respect. I'm grateful somebody was kind enough to turn it in.
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