Author Topic: Las Vegas and cost (Read 4975 times)

divcom · « **on:** December 08, 2008, 11:55:07 AM »

BBers and members keep saying that Vegas is cheap. Are we talking Mississippi cheap? Do all these guys work Casinos who live there? Wiggs? I checked for clinical work...just for the hell of it...and couldnt find much of anything. Curious?

Wiggs · « **Reply #1 on:** December 08, 2008, 12:10:12 PM »

Vegas is way cheaper than Cali but more expensive than the South.

62% of our revenue comes from gaming. Healthcare is huge here in Vegas. Keep in mind we have an unemployment rate of 7% expected to go higher, the highest highschool drop rate in the nation and one of the highest crime rates. I'm not trying to scare you off, I'm just speaking the truth. If you live in a good neigborhood (i.e. away from poor whites, blacks and Mexicans) you'll be fine.

It is very bad for work right now. You'd be better off staying where you are.

Captain Equipoise · « **Reply #2 on:** December 08, 2008, 12:11:33 PM »

Vegas is soooooo overrated, if you don't gamble you'll be bored within hours.

Mars · « **Reply #3 on:** December 08, 2008, 12:14:07 PM »

Sarcastic Deity · « **Reply #4 on:** December 08, 2008, 12:46:27 PM »

Quote from: Captain Equipoise on December 08, 2008, 12:11:33 PM

Vegas is soooooo overrated, if you don't gamble you'll be bored within hours.

no...excellent buffets

Permabulker · « **Reply #5 on:** December 08, 2008, 12:49:01 PM »

Strip clubs and LOTS of HOT superficial chicks with big breasisisisiss

JasonH · « **Reply #6 on:** December 08, 2008, 12:50:55 PM »

Vegas is cool as fuck - I've been three times in the last four years - not bad for someone who lives 6000 miles away from it.

leonp1981 · « **Reply #7 on:** December 08, 2008, 12:52:41 PM »

I'd love to visit Vegas one day, just to say I've been. Can't see me wanting to live there though.

CalvinH · « **Reply #8 on:** December 08, 2008, 01:39:19 PM »

Anything after 4 days at a time and I'm pretty sure it's either jail or rehab for me.

Cyrus The Virus · « **Reply #9 on:** December 08, 2008, 01:40:32 PM »

If you ain't rich you won't like Las Vegas.

bigdumbbell · « **Reply #10 on:** December 08, 2008, 04:06:20 PM »

it's a wonderful place for a vacation

cheftim · « **Reply #11 on:** December 08, 2008, 04:26:38 PM »

http://www.topoftheworldlv.com/
I have spent quite some time out there. Always go for the Superbowl. I designed the menus at the Stratosphere for four years. Hands down the Top of the World Restaurant has the nicest view in Vegas.

onlyme · « **Reply #12 on:** December 08, 2008, 10:28:11 PM »

Quote from: Captain Equipoise on December 08, 2008, 12:11:33 PM

Vegas is soooooo overrated, if you don't gamble you'll be bored within hours.

Obviously you have never been here or you may be the boring one. Vegas isn't the #1 vacation destination in the country because it is boring. In fact if you get bored here there is something seriously wrong with you. I have lived in the most beautiful places in the country and Vegas ranks at the top for things to do. But I do miss Hawaii a whole bunch. Not that there is more to do there, just the awesome scenery, weather and NO pressures.

Captain Equipoise · « **Reply #13 on:** December 08, 2008, 11:24:51 PM »

Quote from: onlyme on December 08, 2008, 10:28:11 PM

Obviously you have never been here or you may be the boring one. Vegas isn't the #1 vacation destination in the country because it is boring. In fact if you get bored here there is something seriously wrong with you. I have lived in the most beautiful places in the country and Vegas ranks at the top for things to do. But I do miss Hawaii a whole bunch. Not that there is more to do there, just the awesome scenery, weather and NO pressures.

Personally I don't gamble, and since 80% of Vegas is casino's.... the best time I had there to be completely honest was at the shooting range's, I was there for 4 hours and spent almost $400 shooting all my favourite assault rifles. Food was great too, other major highlights were the Hoover Dam and Grand Canyon.

oh, and me and gf stayed at the Luxor. Great place, just kind of one-dimensional if you don't gamble.

onlyme · « **Reply #14 on:** December 08, 2008, 11:57:08 PM »

Quote from: Captain Equipoise on December 08, 2008, 11:24:51 PM

Personally I don't gamble, and since 80% of Vegas is casino's.... the best time I had there to be completely honest was at the shooting range's, I was there for 4 hours and spent almost $400 shooting all my favourite assault rifles. Food was great too, other major highlights were the Hoover Dam and Grand Canyon. oh, and me and gf stayed at the Luxor. Great place, just kind of one-dimensional if you don't gamble.

Tons of entertainment at shows all up and down the strip. Each casino has its own appeal. Venetian, Bellagio, Monte Carlo, Luxor, Mandalay Bay, MGM Grand etc are all great place with alot of things to do in each one. The lake during the summer is awesome. Rent a boat and just go. The desert is awesome for off roading and motorcycles. Golf is awesome. Helicopter rides, Mt Charleston is just 30 minutes north of Vegas. Shopping galore! They got rid of the Waterpark which was great. On top of the Stratosphere are the great rides. I wish they had as much to do in Hawaii. Especially the gambling

Sara · « **Reply #15 on:** December 09, 2008, 12:00:32 AM »

What kind of work are you looking for? I work in an Emergency Room, and the hospitals are always hiring. That's definitely the most stable industry to be in right now. It pays well, and there's a huge shortage in all areas.

I've been here for almost 5 of the last 6 years, and I'm not crazy about it. I stay because of job security, and my family. The strip, and all that comes with it, gets real old, real fast. You have to really search to find worthwhile, sincere people. Most are fake, liars/players, gold-diggers, and completely plastic. No real substance. If you're from a place that has a strong sense of community, you'll be shocked at how people treat each other here.

CalvinH · « **Reply #16 on:** December 09, 2008, 05:44:02 AM »

Gambling for $ in Vegas is for pussies.real men gamble for higher stakes,shot by a pimp,overdose,sexual transmitted diseases,rehab,or being arrested for a litenay of things...now that is Vegas.

Geo · « **Reply #17 on:** December 09, 2008, 08:14:04 PM »

after 3 days (tops) I've gotta get the hell out of that place....

love going there and love leaving just as much !

chaos · « **Reply #18 on:** December 09, 2008, 08:18:51 PM »

Quote from: Wiggs on December 08, 2008, 12:10:12 PM

Vegas is way cheaper than Cali but more expensive than the South.

62% of our revenue comes from gaming. Healthcare is huge here in Vegas. Keep in mind we have an unemployment rate of 7% expected to go higher, the highest highschool drop rate in the nation and one of the highest crime rates. I'm not trying to scare you off, I'm just speaking the truth. If you live in a good neigborhood (i.e. away from poor whites, blacks and Mexicans) you'll be fine.

It is very bad for work right now. You'd be better off staying where you are.

Funny, I know of a few guys who have headed up that way because work is booming. $:-\$

Sara · « **Reply #19 on:** December 10, 2008, 05:46:17 PM »

Quote from: CalvinH on December 09, 2008, 05:44:02 AM

Gambling for $ in Vegas is for pussies.real men gamble for higher stakes,shot by a pimp,overdose,sexual transmitted diseases,rehab,or being arrested for a litenay of things...now that is Vegas.

You sound like a native.