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Lucky 7-11 (Oct 7th-11) Park MGM Live with pics

Discussion in 'Vegas Trip Reports' started by TimLion, Oct 6, 2019.

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  1. TimLion

    TimLion High-Roller

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    My Trip Report

    The day has arrived once more; less than 24 hours to departure. Has it really been over 12 months since my last TR? Time continues to tick by more and more quickly as the years pass. Good for Vegas trips. Bad for mortality. Screw it. It's Vegas time.

    Heading out from the east coast on the early flight. Arrival around 11:00 a.m. Vegas time. Staying at the Park MGM. Aria is my normal hangout, but Park gave me four nights comped with no resort fees and a boatload of food and beverage credit. I should blow through that in about 45 minutes if I'm on my game.

    Here's the plan:

    Gambling
    Pai Gow Poker, specifically Face-Up Pai Gow at Park. I played it a bunch last time. The odds are decent and the swings very manageable. Good game if you want to bleed out slowly and drink a ton. I'm sure I'll meander over to Aria for regular Pai Gow as well. But I'm especially excited about playing Pai Gow Tiles for the first time live. I've spent the last three weeks learning how to play. I even bought myself a set of tiles off Amazon. Totally worth it. Even slower than Pai Gow Poker, with a high push rate. Plus, I want to be the only non-Asian at the table. Seems like it'll be fun.

    I may try to play in one of Aria's daily poker tournaments as well. But that necessitates staying sober until 1:30 p.m. and that is a tall order. And of course, there will be a smattering of Blackjack, Craps, Roulette, Video Poker, ill-informed sports betting, etc. It depends on my mood.

    Food
    I've been dying to try Jean Georges at Aria. Been to a couple of steakhouses in Vegas, and they rarely disappoint. Breakfast at Mon Ami Gabi is also a perennial favorite of mine, so let's assume that's on the menu as well. Maybe Javier's at some point too. Their margaritas are slammin'.

    After Dark
    My two favorite things to do at night in Vegas are karaoke at Ellis Island and getting a table at a club. I know, a stark juxtaposition. I'm an enigma, what can I say? Tomorrow night, I'll inevitably end up at the Chandelier Bar (Cosmo) for a Verbena or two, then wander over to Ellis Island and belt out some Journey to the adulation of three dozen drunks. Bottle service on Tuesday or Wednesday (Omnia or 1OAK). I'm not sure yet. No one super famous is spinning either night, but any time I end up with a table, I make a lot of new friends. Duh.

    For those of you who have followed along with my reports in the past, you can expect more of the same: random pictures of stuff I find interesting, occasional chips in my hand, drinks, etc. I also like to post short, pithy observations along with said photos.

    Anyone in town is welcome to find me. I'm super extroverted, and love meeting new people. First round is always on me. And if not, that's cool too. I'm never alone when I'm in Vegas.

    Follow along, won't you? Expect a post or two from the airport, a pre-flight beverage picture, and an enthusiastic start to the shenanigans around 11:00 a.m. Vegas time tomorrow. Enjoy the ride.

    Or don't. I don't care.

    Santé,
    TL
     
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  2. HornHighCraps

    HornHighCraps Low-Roller

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    Following along! We’re in town the same dates so maybe we will run into each other!
     
  3. Astribling

    Astribling Alice In Casinoland

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    Have a fantastic trip!
     
  4. Travel Fanatic

    Travel Fanatic The Arbiter of Taste Caviar Kid

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    Don't stop believing. And also don't stop at Jean georges when Carbone is just down the hall :poke:
     
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  5. Richard Alpert

    Richard Alpert LOST

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    Have a great adventure, TL! :beer:

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  6. Drewm1972

    Drewm1972 VIP Whale

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    Following along..have a awesome time and win some $$$$$$

    Regards to jean George steak house I can personally tell ya it is great probably the BEST steak I ever had (of course $you pay you would expect) but foremost love the atmosphere to steak and their sea food tower it was great experience;service is top notch. And even bathroom just awesome design (lol) yeah just go look at it. Anyhow, enjoy the trip!!!
     
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    Have a great time! I loved JeanGeorges, they definitely made me feel like the most important “madame” in the room. It was nice and dark and not too loud when we went, but I haven’t been since the renovation. The bar looks solid too. Will be following along.
     
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    tringlomane STP Addicted Beer Snob

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    Good luck!
     
  9. TimLion

    TimLion High-Roller

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    Hell, I can eat twice. Carbone, here I come!

    Santé,
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  10. TimLion

    TimLion High-Roller

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    The limo arrived to pick me up a few minutes early, and I’m officially underway. Hopefully traffic will be light. It typically is at ass o’clock.

    Flight appears to be on time.

    Buckle your chinstraps, boys and girls. It’s party time.

    Santé,
    TL
     
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  11. TimLion

    TimLion High-Roller

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    Traffic was very light, and I managed to eke out a few more minutes of shuteye in the limo. Cooling my heels in the lounge for an hour or so. [​IMG]

    The espresso machine was out of order, so I’m relegated to drip coffee. Not that I’m opposed to drip coffee, mind you. Free coffee is better than, well, pretty much any other type of coffee.

    And no razzing me for posting a picture of coffee in a Vegas TR. I’m getting to the good stuff soon.

    Santé,
    TL
     
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  12. TimLion

    TimLion High-Roller

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    Boarding in a few minutes...

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    I love how everyone rushes to get in line. It’s not leaving without you. We’re all going to the same place. And you have an assigned seat! Relax, Chuck Yeager.
     
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  13. TimLion

    TimLion High-Roller

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    Decent legroom up front.
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    Are they going to bring me a preflight drink? Clock is ticking, Karen.
     
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  14. TimLion

    TimLion High-Roller

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    Doors closing. Time to hit airplane mode. See you in five hours!
     
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    Good luck and I will be happily following along. Eat drink and be merry!
     
  16. TimLion

    TimLion High-Roller

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    Arrived!

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    After a couple of these on the flight...
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    Checked in early with a non strip view...but it’s free so what do I care? [​IMG]

    Got the bankroll stashed, unpacking now. About to hit the tables and get it rolling!

    Santé,
    TL
     
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    Lulu4545 Super Jeans

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    Have a great trip! And don't forget to post your karaoke videos :p
     
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    boxofbirds Royally Flushed

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    Good luck! Will be there in 72 hours. There's a meetup of message board members on the 10th at 8pm at Chandelier!
     
  19. black29

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    Get after it!
     
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    Sounds like you have what you need, a BR, a room, hopes and dreams. Let's see if the motherland treats you well. Enjoy.
     
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