Okay so I am a little late getting on here and reporting.
Went down the first week of March. Sorry Cindy for not making the Meet %26amp; Greet. I was up $100 at the craps table. I had bought in for $700. First time I had bought in for so much. You do get noticed by the dealers and Pit boss. Besides the comps are better if you do. My first few bets were $10 on the $5 tables. (did this each night I played craps.)
I stayed at Bally%26#39;s and was happy. A great location for the strip. I was able to walk all the way up to the Venetian and see Harrah%26#39;s, the Mirage, Flamingo, TI and CP in one day. The next I was able to see Bellagio,
Boardwalk, MC, NYNY, and MGM . I could have gone on down to Luxor and Mandalay if I wanted too. Next time I will....And there will be a next time.
Yes I checked in at the airport. Asked for an upgrade to north tower and view of Bellagio ...and yes $20 a night. Did not even get a chance to barter. Right out of her mouth at the mention of an upgrade.$20 per night.. However it was on the 22nd floor facing the fountains. However, the south tower was in the way ... I did not join the 22nd club. even though it was right at the elevators.. decided to spend the money elseware.
Great pizza and brauts downstairs at the end of the shops by the race and sports book.
Did not use the monorail..thought it was to spendy. Each time you step on you have to pay. Besides I do enjoy walking and watching all the people. Sat in front of the Paris and watched for about an hour. Then again outside the Venetian.Lots oof views.. The sun had come out after all the rain and so too did the shorts and sundresses...:)
Not a lot of older people at Bally%26#39;s..however, there were some . I think any casino would have a mixed crowd. ..maybe not Mandaly or Luxor..however,they are at the south end.. and older people do not want to walk as much. Actually there were some very attractive mid 20-mid 30 ladies..at Bally%26#39;s then again..any casino would have to some extent..and no I am not talking about the escorts. Albeit I did see one come out of the elevator at Bally%26#39;s wearing pretty near nothing..with a cell phone to her ear finding out where she was going next..lol could not have been more then 19 y/o...
Next time I might like to stay at CP. Just to stay at a different place. But mid strip is great for ease of seeing a lot of places.
The slots card earned comps for CP as well as Bally%26#39;s,Paris and Flamingo. Venetian seems spendy as is the Bellagio.
The Aladdin last year did not charge any extra for my upgrade. For it I had a great view of the Bellagio fountians. Better then Bally%26#39;s.
When I walked down the strip I joined as many slot clubs as possible. Lots are connected, so only need one card.
Was in the hole $30 at the Boardwalk when I hit a $250, Then after dropping $40 at NYNY went over to MGM and after $50 I hit a $100. (so made $ten for those of you counting at MGM/NYNY..Still up $260) I maimly wanted to use the cards and get my name on the email lists from teh different casinos. Never know when a good deal will come through to ya.
I broke even on the slots at Bally%26#39;s. Lost on the craps tables..however, for close to 15 hours total of playing craps over the 4 days, I did entertain myself and have a great time. I like to get to know the dealers the first night. Tipped well and bet the pass line for them. I even bet a C%26amp;E with a nickel chip and I shot a yo..they were very happy with that. They made sure I was covered on all my bets and odds.. My last night I did tip them $50 for the boys and girls.. Then again I had gotten to know them and they knew me. Even the cocktail waitress%26#39;s knew me. I tipped a $ on every water and ice tea I ordered.
Hope this helps. All I know is I cannot wait till next time. I think I am going to go 2 times a year now. I did not cash in my comps and have 13 months to use them.. and that my friends is way to long to wait.
And for the gentleman who posted about going alone and worring about it...... This was my third time and second time by myself......and what happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas.
Have fun,
Erik
back from vegas
Hey Erik,
Thanks for the update.
Planing on staying at ballys in June.
For all your playing, what kind of comps did you get.
back from vegas
I have $98 in comps that I can use between CP, Bally%26#39;s, Flamingo and Paris. (Plus Atlantic city and Mississippi).
I will book my room directly through the casino next time, (Used AOL tarvel this time), so that I can use them on the room.
Anything you charge to your room pays you back 3%,(you can charge to your room from any onf the 4 listed above.) So if your staying at Bally%26#39;s and eat at the Cheesecake factory at CP you can charge that to your room and get 3% back in comps..
Erik
Eric, before leaving, did you check with the casino host to see if you were able to get anything you charged to your room, including the cost of your room, comped for this visit? (You mentioned using your comps the next time.) If you earned nearly $100 in comps, you probably could have had a lot (or all of your charges) comped - without touching that portion of your players club card return. I%26#39;m not sure how they work it, but when I have had my room comped at Caesars, it did not reduce the value of the comps I had earned. Now, if they said I had not played enough to get anything comped, I could still cash in those comp points to pay toward what I had charged. Additionally, some people may not know that your card not only earns comp points, but also earns cash back. Before leaving any of the casinos for the last time on our stay there, I always check to see what cash value I have earned and cash it in on the chance that we will not return before it expires (usually in about 13-18 months).
erikrg,
So did the 19 year old say where she was going after she left your room. LOL. Seriously, thanks for the story. I love Vegas and I think Vegas loves me.
LVescape-- I did and was asked if I wantd to. I told them I would wait till next time. You are right I earned both cash and comps. I just figured it is a good way of getting me back sooner...
BIGTEX---I too LOL as I read your post... Thanks for the grins. I was waiting for someone to say that.lol
Really though... it was just one of those ya had to be there. Your waiting for the door to open ..it does and off walks this skirt to the hips, midrift showing to the shoulders......and you hear ';room 1845 Aladdin'; into the cell....
erik
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