I’m gathering up the old college friends and having a last hurrah in Vegas. We’re all starting to drift apart and settle down, so this might be our last chance for the classic Vegas trip. Pretty stereotypical, right?
Well, not *that *stereotypical. We’re mostly planning to camp in Red Rocks, check out Death Valley, and really only spend a couple of days in Vegas proper.
Questions:
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Gambling: I’ve gambled a bit in Reno. But I’ve never played anything but poker and blackjack. I might want to branch out a bit–maybe craps? (I saw the Reno thread). What are the best games as far as odds? What games maximize my time at the table, assuming I don’t want to spend a lot of money? Are there any games that are really fun, even if the odds are shitty? Anyone got suggestions for good blackjack websites?
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Casino etiquette: Do you tip the guy that brings around drinks like you’d tip a bartender? Is it faux pas to go to crowded craps table as a newbie?
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Which Casino: I figured we’d hang out at the Mirage (where we’re staying), but I don’t know anything about their casino. Will it be a bunch of old rich people, or hip young ones? Does anyone have a sense for the vibe of the different well-known casinos? I’ll probably play a bit of Hold 'Em, but it’s so popular these days I’m a little wary. Are any of the poker rooms notoriously soft?
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What else: I figure we might take in a show or something. Where’s the good magic? Is Cirque de Soleil worth the dough? Who has the best buffet?
I need insider tips!