Yesterday we packed, loaed up the car and headed to Vegas. There were a few stops on theway (the Canadian dollar was at par - there were outlet malls aplenty - how could we NOT stop?) so it was close to 8:30 by the time we arrived.
The vibe at Paris is a relaxed and open Parisian street scene. The casino, shops and eateries are bustling. And it’s no wonder — Paris is in a prime location on the ever-evolving Las Vegas Strip. There’s plenty to experience at Paris, but if you want to get out to see the sights you’re right in the heart of the action.
After check in (no kings just queens . . . sigh) we met Palma and Brad for a late night snack in teh cafe. Having had a double double at In N Out a few hours before I wasn't hungry but everyone seemed to enjoy what they had. I couldn't really concentrate on food . . . there were lights, sounds, and every now and then the screams of someone who had won coming from all around me.
I wanted to get out and PLAY!
Inexplicably, we went outside and walked about. It was freaking cold - even for we cold-blooded Canucks. The wind was threatening to blow the tethered 'hot air balloon' off of its moorings. Needless to say we were inside quickly and at the machines.
I LOVED what my friend Joanne calls the 'value added machines' - the ones where if you spin and a certain symbol comes up you win but then you have a second game to play. The Wheel of Fortune was a good example of this. I spun, won 3 bucks, but the Wheel of Fortune symbol appeared. This meant I had another spin of the big wheel - where I was $ 100. $ 40 on the next spin.
Fun, baby, fun!
We found many value added machines and won on most of them. By the time we headed upstairs I was ahead by about $ 150 and Paul was ahead by about $ 75 (from a PENNY machine). Of course this means that today we shall lose it all.
I love Paris and its vibe! Is the champagne place still there - in the corridor between Paris and Bally's? Called Napoleon's.
Does your room have a fountain view (Bellagio)?
Have a great time - it sounds like you are off to a good start gambling.
Posted by: nancyhol | November 11, 2010 at 10:55 AM
We had two rooms Nancy - neither had great views. Next time we shall try and get a better view.
I think of the casinos we went into we liked the Paris one the best . . . although we won more at Caesars.
Posted by: JDeQ | November 28, 2010 at 07:12 AM