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Jul 8th, 2014, 03:48 PM
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eks - for you youngsters - I was talking about when "British" Rhodesia became Independent/the Republic of Rhodesia - in 1965 or so - 15? years before becoming Zimbabwe.
And have followed events in British Rhodesia/Rhodesia/Zimbabwe with interest ever since 1964. Also talked withs from there - including pro golfer Nick Price - who was born in South Africa - but then as a young lad - moved to Rhodesia - and later flew for the Rhodesian Air Force.
And sure - you probably know more than my exchange student friend - who grew up in "British Rhodesia" - officially the British colony of Southern Rhodesia - or some such - then shortly years after our high school graduation - in 1965 or so - Rhodesia became independent- and during the intervening years before Zimbabwe became the country - he was a protester against the Ian Smith regime.
He couldn't believe in high school in Oregon - when he came out for our football team (he was only 160 lbs soaking wet - if that - but he had pluck - and he had played some Rugby) - that we a few black players - and hey - they showered where we did.
He only told me that much later - but that just didn't happen in 1964 - in Rhodesia or South Africa back then.
He then lived in several African Nations after Rhodesia became Zimbabwe - and later became the head of the Africa Desk for the London times and has written books about Africa.
But sure - a few trips to Africa and you know more, eh? Super Models just have infinite intelligence.
He is flying over from London for our 50th hs reunion - and we all look froward to seeing him. He has Parkinson's now - early stages - so we hope he can make the journey fairly easily.
And have followed events in British Rhodesia/Rhodesia/Zimbabwe with interest ever since 1964. Also talked withs from there - including pro golfer Nick Price - who was born in South Africa - but then as a young lad - moved to Rhodesia - and later flew for the Rhodesian Air Force.
And sure - you probably know more than my exchange student friend - who grew up in "British Rhodesia" - officially the British colony of Southern Rhodesia - or some such - then shortly years after our high school graduation - in 1965 or so - Rhodesia became independent- and during the intervening years before Zimbabwe became the country - he was a protester against the Ian Smith regime.
He couldn't believe in high school in Oregon - when he came out for our football team (he was only 160 lbs soaking wet - if that - but he had pluck - and he had played some Rugby) - that we a few black players - and hey - they showered where we did.
He only told me that much later - but that just didn't happen in 1964 - in Rhodesia or South Africa back then.
He then lived in several African Nations after Rhodesia became Zimbabwe - and later became the head of the Africa Desk for the London times and has written books about Africa.
But sure - a few trips to Africa and you know more, eh? Super Models just have infinite intelligence.
He is flying over from London for our 50th hs reunion - and we all look froward to seeing him. He has Parkinson's now - early stages - so we hope he can make the journey fairly easily.
Jul 8th, 2014, 05:35 PM
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Lauralee, please ignore the dueling banjos. I have gone to Vegas and stayed at the Green Valley Ranch, better gambling than the strip, but I felt like something was missing. It is a large complex but just does not have the night life of being on the strip. (or the crowds of people) Stay on the strip, there are lots of beer bellys and sagging clothes, you will fit right in.
Jul 8th, 2014, 05:48 PM
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Amen Lauralee. Again - I like staying on the Strip - anywhere from Wynn's - south to the Mandalay Bay. Pretty much - most of the bigger resorts/casinos have good to very nice pools - but the pool party craze seems to be gaining momentum.
Years ago - I stayed at the 4 Seasons - inside Mandalay Bay - and they had a great pool(s) - but not sure of the party status there now.
Monte Carlo also is nice - fairly reasonable place, as is Flamingo (good pools both) and Bally's and Paris next door - but have not been to their pools. Planet Hollywood also is fun - and dang - stayed there but never really got to their pool.
The more upscale/newish City Center - Aria et al - also reportedly has good pools, as does Caesar's reportedly - but I have not stayed either place Stayed at NY NY - and liked it - but also - didn't get to the pool.
Loved the pool at the Trop - but again - not sure of the party scene there lately.
A beautiful resort - out a ways - is the Red Rock Resort - and at the far end of the strip - south end - M is also very nice.
Years ago - I stayed at the 4 Seasons - inside Mandalay Bay - and they had a great pool(s) - but not sure of the party status there now.
Monte Carlo also is nice - fairly reasonable place, as is Flamingo (good pools both) and Bally's and Paris next door - but have not been to their pools. Planet Hollywood also is fun - and dang - stayed there but never really got to their pool.
The more upscale/newish City Center - Aria et al - also reportedly has good pools, as does Caesar's reportedly - but I have not stayed either place Stayed at NY NY - and liked it - but also - didn't get to the pool.
Loved the pool at the Trop - but again - not sure of the party scene there lately.
A beautiful resort - out a ways - is the Red Rock Resort - and at the far end of the strip - south end - M is also very nice.
Jul 16th, 2014, 02:03 PM
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I have 2 upcoming trips. For one of them, I'll be staying at the Aria hotel which apparently does have a nice pool. We're pool people too.
Generally, my advice is as follows:
1. You're going to get a lot of young people at any of the hotels on the strip, especially the lesser expensive ones. The higher end ones will be out of range for many of the young kids that go there to party. On the other hand, they are more expensive.
2. The nicer hotels tend to keep the youngins away but they have higher table limits. For our stay at the Aria, I have zero intention of gambling there. I want $5 tables, so I will likely end up at some of the cheaper casinos when I want to play blackjack.
3. Personally, I think Fremont is fun to visit but I wouldn't stay there.
4. Consider breaking up your trip. Since you're there for quite a while, why not spend half the time on the strip and half the time in old town?
Generally, my advice is as follows:
1. You're going to get a lot of young people at any of the hotels on the strip, especially the lesser expensive ones. The higher end ones will be out of range for many of the young kids that go there to party. On the other hand, they are more expensive.
2. The nicer hotels tend to keep the youngins away but they have higher table limits. For our stay at the Aria, I have zero intention of gambling there. I want $5 tables, so I will likely end up at some of the cheaper casinos when I want to play blackjack.
3. Personally, I think Fremont is fun to visit but I wouldn't stay there.
4. Consider breaking up your trip. Since you're there for quite a while, why not spend half the time on the strip and half the time in old town?
Jul 16th, 2014, 03:59 PM
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It depends what you mean by a "nice pool". If you want a massive pool with slides, lazy rivers, etc, then start at Mandalay Bay and work your way down the "best of" list from there.
If you want somewhere with good service and without the party vibe, then consider either the Mandarin Oriental or the Four Seasons (bonus: you can also use the Mandalay Bay pool).
For low-limit gambling without rules that dramatically increase the house edge, then you will have to gamble downtown. We gambled mostly at the El Cortez on our last trip. If you just want to gamble low limit and aren't worried about the fact that the game is rigged even more than usual against you, then something like the Excalibur should work. I can't think of any hotels that combine an attractive hotel with a low limit casino, so I would count on traveling to gamble.
If you want somewhere with good service and without the party vibe, then consider either the Mandarin Oriental or the Four Seasons (bonus: you can also use the Mandalay Bay pool).
For low-limit gambling without rules that dramatically increase the house edge, then you will have to gamble downtown. We gambled mostly at the El Cortez on our last trip. If you just want to gamble low limit and aren't worried about the fact that the game is rigged even more than usual against you, then something like the Excalibur should work. I can't think of any hotels that combine an attractive hotel with a low limit casino, so I would count on traveling to gamble.
Jul 16th, 2014, 06:41 PM
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What about Flamingo? Yes, pool gets crowded too, but
September might be a little better and the crowd might be little less over the top. Plus, if lady luck is not on your side there, you can check out several casinos very close by.
September might be a little better and the crowd might be little less over the top. Plus, if lady luck is not on your side there, you can check out several casinos very close by.
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