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2023 Travels -- Vegas Weekend - In general Vegas sucks

Reflections on My Vegas Trip

I recently wrapped up a two-week vacation, finishing with a weekend in Las Vegas. Overall, my experience was underwhelming, leading me to conclude that Vegas just isn’t worth it unless you’re prepared to spend at least $500-$1,000 a day on a good hotel, food, and entertainment.

Trip Summary:

  • Total Spent: $1,200 for food, hotel, transportation, and a show
  • Highlights: One amazing Old Fashioned at Alto Bar, a decent magic show
  • Overall Feeling: A lot of wasted money for a mediocre experience




Day 1: Arrival in Vegas

  • Flight to LAS from LAX: Flew on ANA and experienced the cool R2D2-themed plane, but all I got was a paper cup.
  • First Meal: Tacos at LAX were decent, especially the carne asada.
  • Accommodation: Stayed at the Golden Nugget. The cheeseburger at the Grille surprised me; it was delicious!
  • Evening: Took it easy with a few beers and catching up with friends.








Day 2: Exploring the Strip

  • Lunch: Had a Loco Moco at the California. Acceptable and reasonably priced.
  • Casinos: Walked around various casinos, including Paris, Planet Hollywood, and Bellagio, spending a lot of time at Caesar’s and Paris.
  • Highlight: An incredible Old Fashioned at Alto’s in Caesar’s.
  • Bacchanal Buffet: I found it decent but not worth the $80 price tag. I’d say it’s more like a $50 experience, especially with pathetic prime rib.
  • Observation: The Strip felt busier but fewer people seemed interested in gambling.




Day 3: Breakfast and a Show

  • Breakfast: Went to The Henry at Cosmopolitan but regretted the $33 for a plate of eggs and bacon—Mon Ami at Paris was far better.
  • Shin Lim Show at Mirage: The show was okay but overpriced through SeatGeek, which charged me $100 for tickets worth $50. I ended up sitting in section 103, far right, with a poor view.
  • Drinks: Tried an Old Fashioned at The Still in Mirage, but it was too sweet, adding to my frustration.
  • Dinner: Grabbed pizza and beer at Main Street—decent price but average quality.





Day 4: Departure

  • Flight Out: An early morning departure marked the end of my trip. This will likely be my last personal visit to Vegas. I’ll return for business, but the charm seems to have faded.
  • Final Thoughts: After five trips, I’m ready to say goodbye to Vegas. It felt like it lost its magic and isn’t worth the high costs anymore. For the same money, there are far more interesting places to explore.
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