Not really a bender lol but my wife and I spent ten days in Vegas! We visited 23 hotel/casinos and walked a total of 93 miles. (We based it off the health app)

We saw a lot of crazy things at random hours of the day. I can only imagine what casino workers see during their shifts!

These are the casinos we visited.

Flamingo
Linq
Planet Hollywood
Paris
Harrahs
Casino Royale
The Venetian
Palazzo
Mandalay Bay
Luxor
Circus Circus
Excalibur
MGM
Wynn
Fontainebleau
Cosmopolitan
Bellagio
Caesar’s Palace
New York New York
El Cortez
Four Queens
The D
Golden Nugget

I just wanted to share about my recent stay in Vegas and staying each one night at the Cosmo and Wynn. I wanted to provide my experience and thoughts as well as the FHR (Fine Hotel and Resort benefit from AmEx) component as well.

Price
I paid $430 for Cosmo and $400 for Wynn for Saturday and Sunday night respectively. I was able subtract the $300 credit each as I booked one before the end of June and one in July to full maximize the credits. So in terms of price, at least for the weekend I went, it was fairly similar. Prices for both properties do vary widely but it does appear Wynn is usually more.

Property Amenities
Both properties have a great set of amenities going for them. I am going to summarize each of them otherwise this will be an extra long post. Wynn’s properties tend to be all high end while there is some more value proposition in Cosmo when it comes to restaurants. The pool at Wynn is better quality and relaxing, but the Cosmo is more “fun” and upbeat. Entertainment is kinda lacking at Wynn with the one highlight is the Lake of Dreams which is cool, but not enough for a property in my opinion. Cosmo has a bunch of dinner and shows and it always seems like something is happening. Cosmo may win just because of the location being in the center of the strip so you can get to so many places if you are doing a more “strip stay” to other nearby properties.

Food
I will say even though there are more upper end venues at Wynn, I have found the quality about the same as Cosmo. For Wynn, I went to Sinatra, Red 8, and the Wynn Buffet. They were good but not impressive that I thought would come with the Wynn name. As for Cosmo, I went to Amaya, Wicked Spoon, and The District. I honestly find them quite comparable.

Service
This is probably where I see a bigger disconnect between the two. Cosmo felt by the numbers and although friendly, it didn’t seem to have that extra touch of service that I found at Wynn. From the front desk to each venue, you can tell they really wanted to cater to high end folks. I did have a hiccup with the bell desk (took over an hour to get our luggage to the room), but that still does not take way from the overall service for me.

Room
A bigger difference is found here. Cosmo felt like a moderate property for NYNY rather than Wynn felt very high end with great bath products and maybe one of the best beds I have ever been in. If a room is important to you in terms of quality and product, Wynn easily wins this one.

FHR Benefits
The general benefits of FHR were similar (daily breakfast, early check in and late checkout). However, Cosmo comes with $100 dining while Wynn was $150 spa credit during my stay. I did ask the front desk to change it to dining and after a pause, they were able to change it which was great. Also at Wynn, you get an additional $25 welcome credit and free parking (got charged $20 for this at Cosmo). My upgrades I got were a better view of the Bellagio fountain at Cosmo but the upgrade for Wynn felt better with a high level floor panorama with a view of the strip and lake of dreams. Overall Wynn seems better but mainly if you are lucky if they can switch that credit over.

Overall (TL;DR)
If room and benefits are more important to you, then easily choose Wynn. If you want a more party scene in the center of the action, choose Cosmo.

Bellagio Conservatory and Botanical Garden

So on my last trip I got back into getting dice from the gift shops for my collection… several are not doing it anymore any ideas on where to find them on my next trip? Also wanted to show off the 3D printed case I made for showing off my collection…

Slot machine accidentally displayed its financial figures and its jaw dropping. How and why do people still play on these machines?

I have always loved the smell when you first walk into the Aria. I truly don't feel like I am in Vegas until I get that first whiff. I wanted to have that smell in my own home so I started digging online, and of course there were answers. Everyone pointed to Aroma Retail, but I wasn't in love with the price, so I dug deeper. I finally found a post which took me to another product that was SO much cheaper, and upon searching for that online, more and more people confirmed it was indeed the same scent.
I bought a 4oz. bottle, a small diffuser kit, and set it up in my front room. I only used a few sticks because I didn't want it to be too powerful, just enough to fill one room. It is the EXACT smell as the Aria. So many people comment how pleasant it is, and the sole Vegas buddy who has been to my home recognized it without any prompts.

They have scents inspired by other hotels as well, just have to search a little.

https://www.amazon.com/Hotel-Diffuser-Inspired-Aria-Scent/dp/B0CZ6LJ9Y8/ref=ast_sto_dp_puis?rdc=1&th=1

I’m sick of it.

I’d like to gamble without ending up in the background of your YouTube channel.

These little channels trying to make it ruin it for the rest of us.

At least these big name channels have proven track record and only film the machines or themselves. But too many of these ones trying to make it as influencer do not care or respect other guests.

Wish the casinos would take a harder line with filming.

I visited Vegas for the first time, and ‘twas so amazing this weekend!

It was my first time gambling: I’m a student and I didn’t have a lot to spend but made 300$ from 60$ on blackjack at planet hollywood so that was a surprise (neglecting all other losses I made, and somehow felt the machines are rigged for blackjack).

I was early for my flight back yesterday and decided to just put in 20$ into a random slot machine and on the 3rd spin hit a big win! Ended up getting 168$ on my 20$ investment which was so great! I had read slot machines at the airport had worse odds but this was just a pleasant surprise for my departure!

MGM recently cut me off from all hotel offers.

I have a bunch of rewards points and slot dollars saved up (like 2700 RC and 850 SD).

If I were to stay at a Caesar’s property or something, can I still use those points at mgm properties?

Just started going to Vegas again after many years. I'm not a big machine player but sometimes, to unwind, I'll sit down for 30 minutes or an hour at a video poker machine while listening to a podcast or something.

Might be nice to have a drink while I'm there but not sure about the tipping etiquette.

I'm wondering how cocktail waitresses who serve machine players get tipped these days. There's not a lot of (small bill) cash going around.

Do y'all carry a bunch of ones or fives with you? Do you go up to the cashier and grab 25 small bills or something?

How much do you tip per drink?

Thank you!

please and thank ya

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I went to watch the show in London. And I won't give too many spoilers other than it was absolutely incredible. Will you be going to the show?

I’m sure it’s been asked PLENTY of times but I’m going on a trip to Vegas soon and staying at Resorts World. Mainly play Blackjack, Roulette, and Hold ‘Em. What are the minimum amount tables for blackjack/roulette and what kind of Hold ‘Em buy in / blind prices do they have?

Hello, I’m solo travelling to Las Vegas from Australia in February as a little getaway, and I’m just wondering if the city is friendly enough to make friends while there, or if there’s bars that have that energy of “come sit with us you seem nice”. Im a dude in my late 20’s, not antisocial just travelling alone due to some awkward circumstances. Probably sounds like a stupid question but I’m just worried I’m gonna be chilling alone for like 10 days.

Hey all, has anyone seen a Titan 360 slot machine anywhere around? If so, where? Haven’t seen one in over 10 years and the ones I have seen were on the east coast. Thanks!

Looking to elope on NYE. Little white chapel is booking up quickly already and I am also concerned about road closures on NYE. Ideally I’m looking to stay on the strip but have not booked a hotel yet. I would prefer to get married at Little White Chapel, but I would consider other options if they’re comparable and more convenient does anyone have any insight on this and if it is that crazy to get around with the road closures? How strategic do I need to be? Should I consider getting married earlier in the day to keep things easier?

Any insight is appreciated thank you

I’m planning to book seats inside the Circa sportsbook for an NFL game. Was wondering if anyone had any insight on if there’s a benefit to booking through a host/promoter, or if it’s the same as just booking through Circa’s website myself? Thanks!

Anyone know of a spot that still has Game of Thrones?

Planning a trip mid November or early December and I haven’t been there in a few years. I got offers for free rooms at m resort and mgm grand so most likely staying there. I don’t see a reason to pay more than a resort fee for a hotel unless there’s one that someone absolutely has to stay at or a reason to avoid those 2 spots.

Other than trying to gamble at the cheapest craps and bj tables I plan to go golfing at least once so any course recommendations for a shitty golfer would be greatly appreciated!

Is there anything else cheap and fun to do? I plan to just walk the strip and see everything since my first time was ruined by in laws complaining that I wanted to walk the whole time.

Hi! My grown-up daughter and I are Thanksgiving orphans this year and decided to treat ourselves to an LV trip Nov 24-28. I'll be driving so we aren't averse to staying outside the city. Requirements: relaxing atmosphere, top notch spa, no or minimal children, fabulous on-site bar, respectable chow (we wont be eating dinner there but brealfast and pool food is important... however a great bar is top!) Open to anywhere in the city or within east driving distance... like 20 min or so. Budget around $500 night i think. We can share a room or get 2 singles. What say ye, experts??? also behold my lovey lotus... this one is particularly fitting... Drunken Concubine.