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Here We Go Again.....Sept 2- 7

Discussion in 'Full Las Vegas Trip Reports' started by Pleasemum, Sep 1, 2019.

  1. Pleasemum

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    $45 - it was worth it for me
     
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    Had a great time hanging out at chandelier bar with @tringlomane and @Lousyatcraps

    It was a lot of fun but losing on the video poker front
     
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    Awesome really getting to meet you for more than 5 seconds like we did at Spring Fling, @Pleasemum! Lol

    This hit helped me stay ahead.

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    Sitting at airport waiting for flight - I will recap when we get home
     
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    Another great trip.....although a losing one despite the pics you see.

    I've been going to Vegas since I was 21 and now in my 50's enjoying it even more. The beauty of the trip is you can make it any kind of trip you want.....the nice thing for me is that my husband enjoys Vegas the same way - so we are happily married!

    I'm not much of a writer, I'm more of a list maker.....so here it goes with a few added pics.
    • no more connecting flights for us - will always choose direct from Toronto. We went with a aeroplan reward credit flight and they had no available direct morning flights - I didn't want to get into Vegas at 2 am East Coast Time so opted for the connecting at LAX. Sat on the tarmac for an hour or so to determine whether we were good to go - some issue with the wing. Not comforting to see technicians out the window all looking at this small end of the wing. It was determined that it was good to go but a bit unsettling. Last time I took a connecting flight - missed it.....so from now on direct!!
    • the other thing I should mention was the way they take off over the ocean freaked me out a bit.....I was saying to my husband "are they going the wrong way?" It's been awhile since I flew directly over the ocean.
    I thought I said I wasn't wordy...I take that back....here's the list
    • Cosmo for 5 nights was great - we think the future trip will 4 nights, especially where there is no pool time
    • got to the pool 3X - always the blvd pool - not crowded at all and definitely got some sun and relaxation
    • spa - this is one I should always do - a few hours using the facilities is all that I need for a rejuvenation and of course to sweat out the alcohol. @Lousyatcraps tells me that I should check out the Palazzo or Encore spa - can't remember which - will have to give these places a shot next time when I am looking to book a massage.
    • VP was brutal this trip - we couldn't catch a break....we had the least 4OAK of any trip. @Texas Steph Needed you here at Chandalier !!
    • VP meet and greet - this was fun - got some VP lessons from @tringlomane - enjoyed meeting his lovely partner M. We also hung out with @Lousyatcraps who brings out the laughter in us
    • A few years back - It was at a VF fallapalooza where we met B & C from Calgary - @Bbeat. We have such fun with them that we try to come out to Vegas when they are here. This trip we only had one evening to catch up - unfortunately our dates could not overlap due to work commitments.
    • Food was limited this trip due to not being hungry very much....I wonder why??? Thank goodness for Cosmo's Block 16 Food Hall - makes getting fuel so much easier plus all great tasty options
    • Secret Pizza - husband was in line - I left to go the room - he comes back with slices bought by the couple in front of him - he tells me that they told him "he was a lot of fun"....my husband? really? Just kidding.....he is a fun guy - and he is generally a shy guy but can chat up a storm after a few drinks....it worked for some freebies....he seemed proud of himself lol
    • Casino - I usually stick to my favourites slots - buffalo - 88 fortunes - cleo - lightening - mustang....my husband is always getting me to try different slots. I also do like high volatility and that is probably my downfall in the casino but I like high risk high reward. We mainly played at Cosmo but dabbled at Bellagio and Aria one day.
    • Drink Service - we like to have a few drinks in the casino and the VP bars and always enjoy coffee in the morning (with baileys sometimes). Drinks at Cosmo did not disappoint. Drink service cannot be compared to any casino on the strip. The CW do not walk around using Cat Calling Technics "drinks...drinks...drinks". They approach each customer and ask if they would like a drink - we constantly turned down drinks but so appreciated this level of service. It's personal and it shows that Cosmo appreciates their clients. I find at Aria that some of CW run away quickly and don't make eye contact....others may have different experiences.
    • Missed my fav bartender J as he was off for the week....so will have to come out again this year.....November were you saying @Bbeat
    • What else.....No Shows / No Fine Dining / so it may seem boring to some but we really enjoyed this trip
    Appreciate everyone who followed along - great community of like minded people!!! Wish I could come out later this month when the horde of VF are in town!! Best of luck to everyone!
     
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    Last morning

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    Last night's chicken sandwich - excellent!!

    Morning's breakfast (forgot the pic...ate the sandwich...so you only get the bag)

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    Great TR. :)
    Nice to see the $1000 off the lucky cat.

    When is your next trip to Vegas?
     
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    Thanks @cstutor89 - was trying to channel your luck on Kronos but again it would not give - likes you better!

    4 trips this year so thinking maybe not....but our friends are heading here in November so thinking about it.....I need to renovate my kitchen so it might be out....who knows.. I might be itching to go by the end of October!
     
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    Great TR, we only fly direct, lucky we have 4 airlines who fly direct to Vegas from Austin, we live in Smithville , Tx( pop 3,800) it is in the semi-middle of a triangle Austin, Houston, and San Antonio. Our Video poker the last 18 months (5 trips) has had bad results, but still love our Vegas trips. Again thanks for your TR.
     
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    Kronos never has luck for anyone on this board .... *sad*
    Ah, November is my birthday month so I'll be trying to go for a week during that time. October I'm going for G2E assuming everything else goes fine on my end.
     
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    Thanks for reading - your lucky to have so many flight choices. I usually only go direct but free is free!!
     
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    @IrishDave help!!!! My goal is to play at Chandelier and have an abundance of drink tickets.

    Thank you for sharing your trip with us!! I love the photos and appreciate the detail.

    I understand how not knowing the flight path for LAX can be a tad unsettling especially when landing through the marine layer. Sometimes departing over the ocean has its gifts.

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    So much fun seeing you guys again! It’s the Encore spa you should hit btw.
     
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    So sorry the VP was brutal, wish I had been there to possibly change the mojo!! Plus, we never get enough time to hang out. One of these days!!!!!
    Too bad Jeff was out while you were there... I'll be sure to tell him you missed him if I see him in 3 weeks!

    Really happy to hear you both had a great trip regardless of the gambol, and thanks for doing the TR! Your pics are helping to get me psyched to be there soon! I *might* even finally get around to checking out the pool haha!
     
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    Yes - do it!! Love the pool as I don't get a chance to enjoy one back home. I enjoyed doing this trip report and will try again next time. Hopefully next time the gambol will be better!!
     
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    Another great report! So glad I got to meet you and S! Also a pleasure to meet @Bbeat and C! I really hope to read a royal from you next time!
     
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