"Rob's Viva Las Vegas Page" Las Vegas by RobDavis

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I liked it so much, I had to come back

Well, not really, but it was nice to come back for a second visit.

First Trip: - February 2001
I had to go here for a week on a training course. Based on Vegas' reputation I was pretty sure I would hate this touristy, seedy city. Within a few hours, however, I was caught up in the magic that leaves people wondering where their money went, and when they can come back.

I stayed at the MGM Grand Hotel for a few days, and then the Hawthorne Suites just across the street.
On a Sunday I walked the entire length of the strip, and then took one of the little buses back. It took me about 8 hours to walk about 2 miles.

But it was a beautiful day to take pictures, and I had my good camera with me, so I have now posted just some of the pictures that were taken during that walk.

Second Trip - June 2005

My wife decided that she would like to see Vegas. She's not a gambler, but wanted to see some shows and the spectacle that is Vegas.
So off we went.
We stayed at the Luxor and saw 3 big shows in 3 nights. Without much gambling we came home physically and financially spent.

Pros and Cons
  • Pros:Lots to see and do!
  • Cons:You can't cross the street without spending $20+
  • In a nutshell:It's Vegas, you HAVE to see it
  • Last visit to Las Vegas: Jul 2005
  • Intro Updated Jul 4, 2005
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  • Hexepatty's Profile Photo
    Nov 4, 2006 at 3:33 AM

    Well, a parting GOOD BYE to ya in Las Vegas. Big Big KISS. (what happens in Vegas - stays in Vegas, so no one will know we kissed!) Thanks for the good times, Rob! CHEERS!

  • BerniShand's Profile Photo
    Feb 10, 2006 at 10:41 AM

    coming here soon, can you remember which machine you won the money on ? BTW a Brit jumped off the top of the Stratosphere, he obviously didnt find your slot machine

  • butterfly_girl's Profile Photo
    Jan 26, 2006 at 6:16 AM

    Great tips here....and very funny too!!

  • mapakettle's Profile Photo
    Jan 21, 2006 at 1:59 PM

    Ah Vegas, my kinda town Rob. Ma and I have been numerous times. Love it. Pa

  • la_beba's Profile Photo
    Nov 16, 2005 at 1:09 PM

    Great tip on "attaching yourself to a fine looking woman" Rob!!! great page! you always make me laugh!

  • Wendy67's Profile Photo
    Jul 29, 2005 at 9:41 AM

    So will you stay somewhere else next time....or just skip the Pharoah Pheast? :)

  • Bwana_Brown's Profile Photo
    Jul 9, 2005 at 4:27 PM

    Rob, great updates on your 'Vegas' page!! Quite a view from the Luxor, if I say so myself! Yeow, US$360 for Celine!!! She is good and I love her music, but that still stings!!

  • keida84's Profile Photo
    Jul 7, 2005 at 6:13 PM

    Rob, Sounds like you had a time of it in the land of Lost Wages. I have a love-hate thing with it. Have you ever checked out the catholic church? Their candles for people to light are 40 w bulbs!!!

  • jessicadf's Profile Photo
    Jul 4, 2005 at 12:30 PM

    Okay... waiting for updates now. :-) tap tap tap

  • littlesam1's Profile Photo
    Jun 2, 2005 at 10:58 AM

    Would you believe I have never been to Las Vegas? Enjoyed your thoughts on city of sin.

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