Gambling Advice – The Big Wheel
Stay away from that one. Oh, I guess it is OK to throw a bill down as you walk by. Sort of as a joke. But it is not for serious gamblers. The hold (what the house takes) is an … Continue reading →
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Gambling Advice – Slots
Not much can be said about it. It is almost automatic by now. I do not see the attraction. Unless it is one of those poker machines. I can see that to a certain extend. i always looked at that … Continue reading →
Gambling Advice – Craps
To me this is the only way to gamble in a casino. You will probably say that guy is nuts. Maybe I am, but let me explain. Those of you who have never rolled “them bones” are probably scared and … Continue reading →
Gambling Advice – Roulette
One of the worst rip offs in Las Vegas.other than the Big Wheel Not because it is crooked, but because the way it is set up. Let me explain The traditional roulette wheel has 36 numbers. That makes the odds … Continue reading →
Gambling Advice – Poker
Two different types of poker are being dealt in Las Vegas at this time. They are seven card stud and Texas Hold ’em. Several more are being played around the U.S. such as Pineapple, stud and others. But they have … Continue reading →
Gambling Advice-Table Games
They are called blackjack, Baccarat, Panguingue ( hard to find anymore, but used to be very popular). poker. I would stay away from those games. Unless you play for fun, with little expectation of winning. I will discuss poker in … Continue reading →
Gambling Problems
I have been around this state for quite a few years. During that time I have known some bad problem gamblers. It starts harmless enough with a few coins down a slot machine. Before you know it those coins need … Continue reading →
Gambling Advice
There is a lot to cover. Because of that it will be broken up into a few different categories. Problem Gambling Table games Craps Roulette Slots Baccarat Various smaller games What not to do
Continue reading →Elon Musk Tunnels
I recently used them. This is how it works. You enter the tunnel and tell the attendant know where you would like to go. He points at a Tesla car with driver and tells you take that car. The driver … Continue reading →
The Flamingo Hotel Wildlife Habitat
A wildlife habitat at center strip? Sounds crazy, but it is true. It is a jungle back there. It is not huge, not acres and acres, but it is a very well planned location. It is in the rear courtyard … Continue reading →
The Bellagio Gallery of Fine Art
If you like fine art than this gallery is a must see. It is very convenient, the Bellagio is located center strip.We checked the admission policy. Tickets run $20. We are not sure it that is for all exhibits, they … Continue reading →
Ethel M
The address is 2 Cactus Garden Dr. Henderson, NV. An easier way is , drive east on Sunset, when it takes that huge right turn just go straight across the intersection. You will be able to see the factory from … Continue reading →
Hershey’s Chocolate World
It is inside the New York New York Hotel at 3790 Las Vegas Blvd. S. Here you can find the “Flavor Walls” One is all Reese’s, another is all Kisses, the third is, you guessed it, all Jolly Rancher. A … Continue reading →
Berlin and the Ichthyosaurus State Park
The reason I mention those two together is because Berlin is a ghost town and it is watched over by Nevada Park Rangers. It takes a four wheel drive and extra supplies to reach that park. It is in the … Continue reading →
Zion
This is stretching it, it is 150 miles one way. It would take me around three hours. It is worth it if you have the time, and a car. or book a tour. Some amazing sights that are not available … Continue reading →
Boulder City Co. Store
Est. 1931 THE REVIVAL OF A LOCAL LANDMARK Just twenty five miles south of the strip, on very well maintained roads, lies the small town of Boulder City. Boulder City was a bright beacon to the desperate people of the … Continue reading →
The Neon Museum
While I was sleeping someone else was doing this, collecting huge neon signs. I wish I would have thought about it first. It is real interesting to see all those huge signs rescued from casinos that are long gone. Lots … Continue reading →
The Nevada Test Site.
Contrary to popular belief it is actually possible to pay it a visit. After you jump through all the hoops, which is completely understandable. Just this one area of Nevada is larger than some eastern states. Area 51, a popular … Continue reading →
The Mob Museum
official name is The National Museum of Organized Crime and Law Enforcement. Inside the historic post office building on 300 Stewart St, one block north of Fremont St. Very interesting place. It even has a “Speakeasy” pub with home brew., … Continue reading →
Hang Gliding in Down town Las Vegas
You can indulge in that on Fremont St., the main drag in Las Vegas, (besides Las Vegas Blvd. itself). This is huge fun. There you are, way above the crowd, gliding for most of a city block, maybe even more. … Continue reading →
Fire Spitting Dragon
About two blocks east of down town Las Vegas, on Fremont St. at the entrance of the container park. A large sculpture of a dragon. It is programmed to spit fire every so often. It is interesting to see, do … Continue reading →
Container Shopping Mail
Two or three blocks east of down town Las Vegas, on Fremont street, is a shopping mall entirely made of 60 ft. shipping containers. Nice shops and restaurants and a fire breathing dragon. A must see in my opinion I … Continue reading →
Popeye
It is a sculpture made of stainless steel. Mr. Wynn paid a tremendous amount of money for it, word has it it was around $28 million. Jeff Koons is the artist and it took two years to create. It is … Continue reading →
Jai Alai
The old MGM had a “fronton” It closed years ago. I used to go in and place small bets. In this game bets are placed on the player. Too bad, I liked to watch. The game is of Basque origin. … Continue reading →
Bingo
There have been scandals around bingo rooms in the past. One operator was caught never paying a large pay-out. Hopefully it all is cleared up now. But several bingo rooms were closed by the Gaming Control Board, and a large … Continue reading →
Scary Stuff
Have you ever been so scared you wanted to hide under a blanket? You can do that at the Stratosphere, a tower that rises about 800 feet above the surrounding area. There are three rides on top of that tower. … Continue reading →
Mt. Charleston
Not very far at all by car. It is possible to get to a pretty high elevation on a paved road. It has a ski season, ski lifts, a lodge. In short it is a regular ski resort. No one … Continue reading →
An Indoor Amusement Park
It is at CircusCircus. Various rides, a roller coaster and more. Tons to do for kids. This hotel also features a rotating bar. It also has lots of gift shops. The best part here is the parking. It definitely bucks … Continue reading →
A Indoor/Outdoor Roller Coaster
It is at the NewYorkNewYork hotel. It runs right through the casino, overhead of course. That goes without saying. It is not the only one in town. This is Las Vegas, baby. If you have an indoor roller coaster, I … Continue reading →
The Giant Ferris Wheel
That one can be found next to the Flamingo Hotel at the end of what used to be just an alley. I know that, because I used to walk through that alley to get home. Here is the thing with … Continue reading →