Overrated Las Vegas 

Yes, the $20 trick is a total ruse, propagated by Vegas insiders and influences because it supplements the wages of hotel staff, many of whom they know. Just dress well and look the part when you check in. As often as not, they'll take the initiative and offer you something. Or ask them what options there might be for an upgrade. This all works well, especially for mid-week stays. If they do something special for you, tip them afterwards. But don't just slide a twenty across the desk before you've even made eye contact. Honestly, Travel Ruby must take her subscribers as fools.

Agree with Bellagio. We never stayed there and did for a night in January. Room was nice but…too many people, everywhere and dragging luggage from the front desk to the room through the crowds. We usually gamble there in the mornings when it’s a bit quieter but will pass staying there again.

The real question is Vegas overrated? Plenty of other nicer tourist areas to check out.

I am here for this one! Agree about center strip, buffets, bonus drinks, and the Bellagio. We come to Vegas 2-4 times per year and lately divide up our stay between a MGM property, downtown, and a locals casino. We love the variety of experiences we get. Never apologize for your opinions, you are Vegas experts. I do like to bet live at Circa or South Point, because I just enjoy the experience. Thanks for another great video.

you seem like the adult couples that go to Disneyland every year?

As a lifelong resident of nearby LA, I just stay away from Vegas, everything is way too expensive, the quality of service has diminished, and I'll just stay home and walk around LA if I want to see and smell drugs, homeless, street performers, etc. All of Vegas is freakishly overrated, it's nice to go once in a while, other than that, NO from me.

Totally agree on Bellagio...stayed there 3-4 times and the crowds just got to me. Just stayed at Wynn Tower Suites for 4 nights and loved it. Also buffets are gross...!

There’s a person who’s been to Vegas over 100 times, and easily spent a year of my life on this trip… I can say that’s almost every single one of these is absolutely correct

Strip Clubs definitely overrated 😂

Don't apologize for what it really is... There's a lot of the vegas strip now that is trash... With all these illegal vendors on the sidewalk, I feel like I'm at cheap swap meet.

I might add another comment before I come to the end of the video. I truly enjoy all of your videos. Before I forget, here is my take on 'free drinks'. I live in Ontario, Canada. My local is Woodbine Race Track and they have just opened up a brand new casino/resort which is connected, but called Great Canadian Casino and Resort that now has a hotel attached and is about 10 minutes by uber from the airport. I have the same gripes with finding servers, but just so you know here we pay for our wine/spirits (pop/coffee is free). So every time I want a wine it will cost me here a bit less than 10 dollars Canadian. Definitely not bonus drinks no matter how much I am betting, how much money I have gone through. So I am looking forward to going to Seneca Niagara (in NY) for a couple of days this coming Thursday where free play is better and drinks are free. Just wanted you to be aware that I do look at it as free drinks at Seneca and in Vegas where we are booked right after Christmas to come (Venetian) because we pay for any drink we might want here. :) Thanks for your great content.

Loved the video guys. Also love the reference to "bonus drinks", not free drinks. Right on!😄 We also don't get the whole gold flake on food add-on. What's next, diamonds sprinkled on your ice cream?! 😳 Anyway, great stuff here guys. Hope see you in a few weeks. 🍹

I actually loved this video. It is hard to be truthful and honest in todays society. I agree with a lot of things you said. I have been going to Vegas for many years but what’s sad right now is that COVID closures are now causing such increased costs to customers and that’s unfortunate as there may be many people that won’t be able to experience the magic of Vegas….. Always keep it real and honest it is so refreshing!!!!! Love your channel

This is more of a things we don’t like than an overrated! IMO

People like me who have been coming to Vegas for 30 years get fired up as you say over parking and other things because Vegas use to be a place for gamblers. We got cheap eats affordable rooms free parking everywhere cause we were gambling. Problem now we still gamble but the perks have gone away. Just because paid parking exist in other places does not make it ok for Vegas to do it. You need to remember what Vegas use to be and have experienced old vegas to understand how much of a rip off it is now. JMHO

Great video and It had to be said lol. And I do agree with you almost everything except for the caviar...... I love Caviar and will put it on anything and everything but yeah, the gold pointless and the truffles I'm 50-50 on. Those are just decadent ingredients and try to add to the overall experience of Vegas I think. Great and honest video!

Great video! I’m in total agreement with much of what u said, particularly what Josh said about the Bellagio being overrated. Hard to find a quick grab & go, as you’re not going to feel like a full meal every meal. We stayed in a suite with the best fountain views but there was nothing special about the room itself. Often times spend way more on losing at my slot machine while waiting for my drink. I like Park MGM because of the no smoking policy as well … it’s the cigars that bother me most & this is coming from a former smoker. Yup, the gold leaf or truffles do nothing except drive up the cost. We also much prefer taking a cab from the airport vice ride share as well - it’s much faster and pricing equal to ride share. We enjoy staying at the Aria, Venetian/Palazzo, Mandalay/ Delano on strip, Orleans off strip, and Golden Nugget downtown. Hope to run into you both one day in Vegas!

You guys are so on point on everything. One thing that was mentioned so briefly was the character and “showgirl”pics, I think they should be banned. I mean, who goes to Vegas looking for that? The customs are not well made and what to say about the “bombshells”.

I so agree with all of this! My friend convinced me to Uber from the airport and I hated the whole process - taxi is the way to go. That Uber mess is such a pain. Another one to add to your list - poolside reservations that dont go towards a food and beverage comp - can I at least get one round of drinks with my 400.00 bed? Resort fees are also maddening.

Im pro North Strip especially once Fountainbleau opens Wynn/Encore, Resorts World each will be places u can stay for a week and never got bored also u have imo Sahara the most underrated Vegas Strip property . Also Taxis definitely underrated in certain conditions i went to a festival last year and Uber was like 50 to go from Sahara to Aria afterward Taxi was 20

I love the Bellagio as well and stay there on every Vegas trip. It has the best overall ambience and feel to me. But I do agree that it's not for everyone and the lack of real food options is a huge pain point. I always end up going to Cosmo to eat at their buffet and other casual restaurants. I love Prime but that is good for one night out of maybe 12-15 meals. I am a table player mostly and over the years they have fewer and fewer tables available and higher minimums now. Great video!

Great video guys. I love las Vegas, I'm visiting 2 times a year from Belgium. I must agree with all you have said. Esp the mid strip, i don't stay there either.. and the 20 dollar trick?? that's soo cringy.. i have never used it.. just book a better room or ask friendly for an upgrade.. some casino's have a bad odour.. i have seen some things in casino's.. it's Vegas.. will be back in Vegas in September.. can't wait

Awesome information. Thank you!

I still argue they are free drinks in Vegas because basically every other casino in any other state or country you definitely pay. So even if you have to wait, i'd say its still free if you're gambling anyways. But yes, anyone who gambles just for the free drinks are definitely not getting free drinks. I'm speaking as a gambler though who pays insane prices for drinks at all other casinos haha. Also, I find if you play the tables the waitresses come much more often. Slot players are more spread out and don't always have money to tip, table players are all in one spot and will have cash or chips to tip with so more tips and easier to serve. Also south strip like Excalibur, Luxor and Mandalay Bay is kind of a graveyard. Personally i never go farther south than MGM/NYNY. But ignoring that area I agree its nice Paris down to Park MGM. Good review though, agree with majority! (and only slight comments on the two others lol)

I had a $300 drink at the Bellagio one time! Agree, I've never tried the $20 trick, but whenever I ask for a complimentary upgrade, I usually get one. Agree with you that it's dangerous on the strip. It was a real hardship for me last trip. I am bound to a scooter for health reasons so I have to use the elevators at the crosswalk bridges, and have woken up more than one homeless person sleeping in the elevator. Sorry, but I disagree about the smoking, and I'm a 50-year smoker who is trying to quit! But when I go to Vegas, I want my cigarettes with my alcohol whenever I am playing the slots or table games. It's my vacation and one of the draws of Vegas is that it's one of the last places you still CAN smoke. I still love to stay at Bellagio just for the fountains and conservatory. I agree 100% that they need more mid-cost dining choices. I've been stuck more than once where I just wanted something regular to eat and had to go over to the Cosmo. And I never go downtown anymore! Too dangerous. Haven't been to container park but have no desire to, either. Also never go to the Speakeasy's. I also don't need the cavier, gold or truffles. No desire for the gondola ride either. I laugh watching the high rollers throw thousands into the slots that are "DUE" to hit. I just sit there and think, OK, they've gambled for 5 minutes on what would have been my daily allotment for slots! Totally with you on Uber or Lyft. I'm not walking a mile to get a ride for the same as I'd pay a taxi anyway! So I guess I agree with all of your views except for the smoking! And that's just because I'm a diehard. Enjoy your videos!

Like your videos. Both of you have this calm attitude with honesty attached to it. No strong sales talk etc. You seem like you are from the Midwest. 👍Which is where I am from. Missouri.

Great vlog. Thanks for your thoughts and information

one of your best vlogs i loved it all and also agree with everything you mentioned,bonus drinks is a great name instead of free,i feel if you want a drink go buy it cos when you order and have wait 20 min its like you have to play the slot longer then you wanted,i dont understand the gold dust neither im coming over next week and have parkmgm booked because of the smoke free and also logistics of that hotel i could of booked bellagio for free but why would i for my circumstances their food options dont suit at all. so funny you mentioned container park i went there 5 years ago and came out shaking my head lol. loved this vlog guys thx

This was a great video. I so agree with the speakeasy point of view. I used to love to visit but if everyone has one than it is no big deal. great tips you 2!!!

Great video guys! I agree with pretty much everything you mentioned. The one I actually disagree with is the $20 trick. We may be in the minority on this one, but we’ve had a lot of luck with this over the years. The one thing that has held true in Vegas over the years, especially lately, is that “money talks. When you combine being friendly with the front desk agent, along with a chance for them to make some easy money, it usually results in a nice upgrade for us. Again, I’m sure there are different results for everyone, and that’s ok. Either way, keep up the good work. Cheers!

The worst rip off/overpriced restaurant that’s just a big gimmick is that Salt Bae place! Talk about a total gimmick and rip off. Just because he has salt running off of his sweaty arm onto the piece of meat you are about to eat??!! Gross! His prices are high. For what?! Would rather eat at InNOut burger! With no one using their sweaty arm to roll off salt onto my burger! Why anyone pays to go into one of his places I don’t know! What a waste of money.

Great review! Many thanks. best wishes

Hello! 😊 What are the AYCE restaurants you’re referring to?

Hi, good content. I know enough Vegas to see you’ve got your chops. On your view regarding staying on the Strip. I see your point, but, consider this. I’m renting four rooms in early September for seven people. By staying at Golden Nugget I saved about $1,000. With one quick Uber ride we can be unloading at Bellagio in about the same amount of time it would take a couple to walk there from Paris. And from that point, exploring the center strip is just as easy for me as it is for anyone staying center strip. I just have a bit more money in my pocket. Don’t get me wrong. We love Cosmo, Aria was beautiful when we stayed, Paris was okay, NYNY was fun; but for bargains downtown is still typically your best bet.

Hey guys I totally agree we’ve been going once a year for the last 17 years and we’ve seen big changes. The biggest change is the resort fee. We fly from Scotland and book our holiday with a travel agent after you’ve payed for your holiday they come up with this oh by the way you have resort fees of $49.95 plus taxes at the hotel upon check in. Our last stay was June 22 and we stayed at the Venetian for three weeks it cost us $1100 extra what a downer on the holiday if it’s your first time. We already planned for this but just add it to the room it won’t be noticed then. Our room tax was more than the room price crazy. Yeah we agree with celebrity chefs far to many , I was a smoker and I always hated smoking on casino floor it felt like you had this cloud over your head, go outside it’s warm enough and quite nice to people watch, we done the Gondolas and you could feel the motor vibration plus the price has shot up for a ten minute ride. Taxis are our must to from the airport you can ask the driver how much to this hotel or that hotel and they are only a dollar more or less,we have always taken taxis and still find them better than Ubers etc, for us anyway. Really like your videos only just seen you on you tube very informative. Sadly this Christmas will be our last trip to vegas as we feel it’s out pricing itself and the money people are getting greedy. Hey good thing is you still have some beautiful places for us to visit. Got a bucket list to tick off only a third ticked lol.👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

Agree with you on the taxi, celebrity chef restaurants, restaurant/nightclubs, buffets, center strip location, drinks while at the machines, $20 trick at check in, “slot experts”. When I’m paying top dollar for a meal, I want to be relaxed and not hear the noise! Disagree with you on the sports book area. I like to sit and watch the horse races and other games that I bet on. Very interesting commentary.

Great video guys!I agreed with lots especially the "$20 trick" never tried it and it's a total scam. Just ask nicely and if you're a mid to higher card member at many spots and ask nicely they often give you the upgrade anyway. The only thing I disagree with is the sports book being overrated. I do have an app and can bet whenever as well, but when I'm in Vegas I want the feel of the 15-20 games on the tv and sitting with paper tickets everywhere. I definitely liked the video and will check out more 👊

Loved this video as I agree with you on almost everything. I mean what is up with gold flakes? When it was rare it was kind of fun. Now I'm with you - leave it off and save me $5. I do have to say I love the Bellagio. I mean love it- but staying there is overrated. Stayed once and don't need to again, but I love visiting that place. Thanks again for another great video.

From this video I get a stronger sense of why I don’t want to go to Vegas. It’s not just both of you saying what you are saying here but also in other RU-vid videos too. My biggest complaint is how expensive it is now! Especially those damn overrated buffets! Restaurants! It’s insane. It seems like so many of the hotels there are just trying to get as much as possible from each person. It was always like that but now it’s much more. Worse. With less and less concessions. Comps. I think the only really good hotel there is Wynn. Until Fontainebleau opens up. 😃 I think many of you’re notes here are legitimate. True. Like your honesty. Straightforwardness.

Overrated is channels who forget the Double Double Saloon on their Best Dive Bars list in Vegas. Tell me I’m wrong. 😮

I agree on all your points except the gondola. I thought it would be lame but I actually enjoyed the singing and ambience. BTW no motor they paddle. Where's the pasta with the truffles? It looks great.

Great video guys! Nailed it!

Totally agree with everything you said in this video. 100% good practical advice. Thanks for sharing.

Agree with everything. Almost always stay south (delano or MB..sometimes Nomad/park) but other than cosmo on occasion I don't need center. Especially the other side. "Free" drinks, gold on food, buffets, container park, gondolas, bellagio (the crowds!), smoking, slot "experts" (aaargh), celebrity chefs, speakeasies (I did enjoy mob museum one because they had a killer band)...pretty much all of it I try to avoid, or at least won't seek out. You can throw truffles on anything and I won't really complain though. Lol.

Parking used to be free everywhere on the strip! One reason why I won’t rent a car in Vegas….

I'm going to get bad feedback from this but if i go to Vegas on vacation i should not have to waid through the homeless people on the strip. People are spending a lot of Money there and if you have been yelled out or hassled by them you get tired of it or scared you think those billion dollars hotels want them out in front of them. I doubt it. Nothing will be done until Vegas starts losing customers

1. How do you season something correctly if seasonings is to taste. 2. I don’t care if people smoke. I do care about the workers tho. 3. Staying on the strip is where it’s at. I’ve never had a “crime” happen to me there. 4. The $20 trick will only embarrass you. Lol. 5. The “free” drinks are usually watered down. 6. I ❤ the Bellagio. ❤❤❤ It is NEVER overrated. Stay there and go down to the conservatory late into the night/early morning to take pictures. Plus, the pools are beautiful. The rooms are plush too.

Great video guys. And I agree 100 percent on the people who get excited over getting "free" stuff in Vegas, while losing thousands of dollars pretty much every single trip. And there are people I know, who make frequent trips, just to get higher "status" with a particular casino group. They get all excited over a comp at a fancy steakhouse, yet lost thousands of dollars in the casino. Of course they will get everything comped. Limos, suites, meals, etc. These casinos aren't stupid. They just keep offering these people all the freebies and "free play", as long as they will keep coming back. People want to feel special, and get treated like a VIP, just so they can brag about it, post it on social media, etc, when in reality, the casino hosts just want their money.

I agree on most especially the $20 tip BS, that has gotten me nothing in the past. I disagree on the sports betting. I will not use my phone to sports gamble…part of my Vegas experience is spending time in the Sports Book….Belagio is great but overrated, I will stick with the Cosmo!

Thank you for posting this, your reviews are refreshingly honest and not sponsored by any casino/hotel. 👍👍

Thank you for this info it was very informative

Loved this video, great “overrated” choices. 1) My friend thinks the “free” drinks are free & I have to shake my head & I’ve asked him, “Soooooo much much have you put into the video poker machine then”?? The bartender even says, “Hey sir if you up your bet to $1 per then the little light that faces me will go off faste & I can get you your FREE DRINK”!! LOL! Yea THAT’S NOT FREE! Taxi vs Uber is another one. I can’t stand waiting & the taxi’s like you said are literally right there!! We’ve done experiments too & Uber/Lyft aren’t that much cheaper. I’d rather pay for the convenience of a few extra bucks

Totally agree about mid-strip. I used to stay there all the time, every single Vegas trip really. Now, I don't even want to walk through it anymore if I can avoid it. It went way downhill during/after pandemic.

I might only go to Vegas once a year (all the way from Australia), but you made some awesome points on this. The smoking situation - we need distinct areas. Over half the people now don't smoke, we need that fresh air. What we have done is Australia is have large smoking areas that are sectioned off and with open windows or air vents. The smell is so much better! Bellagio is overrated - first visit was a disappointment. Fountains and conservatory were the highlights, but the casino floor was chaos. Cosmo is better. Mid strip is also overrated in terms of the prices compared to what you get room wise . Preferring the likes of Luxor and Mandalay Bay now, both cheaper, have wider variety of offerings, and also make sense if going for shows at the arena (as I tend to). Celeb restaurants - I am guilty BUT as a single person dining alone, many of them won't take my reservations to start with and/or won't let me order the 3 or 4 course set menu. I also don't fancy paying $40-80 for a average beef wellington or fish and chips that feels churned out, in comparison to something unique or reasonably priced AND delicious. So yes, I like my Jose Andres, but no to Ramsay. Nor do I go to buffets. I like fresh meals and I am unlikely to eat enough to make the $$$ on buffets worthwhile. I haven't indulged much on the free alcohol nor speakeasy front. Ultimately looking for an experience. Looking at doing the mob museum with a local friend next time though.

Whaaaz up Peeps ! I’ll say I agree with many of these . I get all my suites comped so never bother with the $20 trick nonsense. Sometimes I get a drink at the slots but mostly no. On the mid strip I agree that it’s a bit rougher on the side by Harrah’s to before Paris and I’m not a fan of most Caesars properties anyway . I normally stay at Bellagio (so definitely disagree with Josh on that one)or Aria but I do sometimes stay at Wynn or Mandalay Bay . I hardly ever go to a buffet. Prefer the upscale restaurants instead . Sorry it’s been awhile since I commented. Broke my dang ankle so having a rough summer . Can’t wait to get back to Vegas . You crazy kids are awesome 😎 😎😎

Great! Agree, $20 does work sometimes, but isn’t necessary. Also agree on drinks $2000 later is an expensive drink.

Totally agree with everything in this video. Spot on. Good job.

Great video, as always, BUT I must take umbrage with two of your thoughts….I LOVE the Bellagio, and I LOVE buffets!! 🤷🏼‍♀️😉👍

All too true! Since I rarely drink, I just bring a Fiji water or a Starbucks iced tea with me when I hit the slots. I don’t attempt the $20 trick because I book a very specific room type (ADA Accessible) to accommodate my brother, and having the folding chair in the shower is more important to us then a Strip view or a higher floor. The center Strip is greatly overrated! It’s gotten to the point we only venture on the West side of the Strip from NY-NY to Bellagio, with an occasional exception to dine at Paris. The tram from Park MGM to Bellagio is a godsend, and the new walkway from Cosmopolitan that will connect to Vdara and Bellagio will be helpful as well, once it opens. Speaking of Bellagio… it’s still nice, and I love playing at their casino, exploring the Conservatory (at 6:30am) and dining at Sadelle’s. But you are right, it’s not worth staying there. FYI, I heard that they are keeping the bathtubs as part of the Spa Tower room renovations, not sure if they’ve finished that yet. My parents used to love the various buffets, but my brother and I just don’t go to them anymore. Probably the only one I would consider revisiting is Wynn, but we rarely venture to that part of the Strip anymore. Ah, my biggest pet peeve… smoking! That cancer-causing, filthy, disgusting smoke! I don’t care what other people want to indulge in, as long as I’m not affected. Once I was playing in a nonsmoking section at Bellagio, and in the space of one hour had to stop half a dozen smokers from lighting up at that bank of machines. 😠😡🤬🥵 I really wish more casinos would go nonsmoking, but until then Park MGM gets about 75% of my slot play. I live in a state where sports betting is illegal, so I don’t bother with the betting apps. My brother loves visiting the sports book, he gets enthralled with the large TV screens showing a variety of games. I do like the kiosks, they are easy to use. It is rather fun to listen to a huge crowd cheering (or groaning, depending on their bets) a big play, especially with football. Good job with this topic!

Excited to see what people think is overrated and underrated after this one

I agree with everything you covered in the video! Some great advice for sure!

I have to agree with 100% of everything you said! Ive been to Vegas well over 100xs and you are 100% right. (BTW) we went to Catch recently and ordered the truffle sashimi... and they took off the caviar, but kept the price the same.. so there's that)

Enjoyed your video! I will say that I gamble locally and it is nice to get 'free drinks' in Vegas. I know I am losing money at the same time, but I would be gambling either way. Local casinos charge way too much for drinks and the machines take your money!

I don't smoke, but honestly was pleasantly surprised by how unsmoky most casinos were. Not sure if it was just great ventilation.

I was told by a desk agent at Flamingo that accepting a tip for an upgrade could in theory get her fired. I don't mind mid-strip as Flamingo is my goto for location, esp. when I don't have a car. Bellagio is strictly for visiting the Conservatory Occasional buffet is fine, but at most one per visit. I never play in smoking areas The celebrity chefs at Caesars are not for me, but I may try Amalfi as it's the only seafood option for using dining credits at Caesars Venetian gondolas aren't for me (ones in Venice weren't either)

You missed Wynn as overrated. It’s a nice hotel but as you said about Bellagio, you can say about the Wynn.

An excellent video - I was shaking my head yes to almost all of it. I totally agree with the gold flake on everything - if not that then it's microgreens. I will say though that I really enjoy the big sportsbooks. I haven't been in the Cira but the one at Caesars was always a blast. I don't have anything like that where I live and it's a really fun way to watch a game you're interested in. And I don't really care about the betting part of it... I might make a small bet to justify being there though - lol.

You guys are the best thanks for the info 😊

Oh wow....Freaking love this video. I took notes!! Free drinks...Yeah, when I play, these drinks are costing me a fortune! What I do now is start at home with a few vodka diets and then hit the Gold Coast for some penny action. I'll have a few there too but just to keep my buzz going. I do tip $5 per drink and it's probably a bit much. Smoking, oh my, I used to smoke but have been smoke free for 13 years. I do vape...I know...Stupid, but, I'm so glad all restaurants are smoke free. Sucks in the casino when I can't get away from it. Crazy...Safety on strip...I once saved a British family from being mugged at the Treasure Island CVS. The guy was pissed that I caught on to him. The family was very much appreciative and told them to keep an eye out for these creeps. Downtown....It's such a shithole but my heart is still with the California Hotel and their Hawaiian restaurant for teriyaki bowls. So goood. Showgirls and characters on the strip. I honestly think they cheapen our city. We've had too many issues with them demanding tips and it just sucks. I will also say, I'm not a weed smoker and sometimes it's a bit much to handle on the strip. I don't mind the smell but it can get beyond overwhelming. Ok Ok...I've vented enough!! Thank you so much for this one....Loved it!!

Tobacco is not illegal. Neither is alcohol. There will be more casinos like Park MGM that will cater to you, but an outright ban is not necessary.

Really good tips & I agree with them all. This trip will be our last b/c we are tired of all the hype with no payoff. The closer it gets to our departure, the more sorry I am I booked .......especially after I heard about F-1. Too late now. I hope it is a giant flop & the locals rebel.

Agree. Bellagio is disappointing. Overall, it's beautiful but the low ceilings and plain Jane rooms are a huge letdown.

10:45 Arts District is EXTREMELY OVER-RATED! If you have nothing better to do, then maybe go to a bar or restaurant there ONE night ONLY just to check out the vibe. But during the day time, it is a complete WASTE of time and boring as hell. Don't bother. The stores and restaurants really aren't that special. I thought it was pretty lame. Don't get your hopes up and don't set your expectations very high. I also think Area 15 is VERY over-rated. A lot of the exhibits there are not worth the money.

I completely agree! If I'm sitting at a slot machine my drinks are not free , but only a bonus. Center strip has gotten sketchy, smoking is frankly "gross" inside a casino (my opinion), and Bellagio is overrated. Thanks for putting this video together with practical advice

Shoot. If I'm losing in any casino, I make every effort to drink it back in comps. I'm like....."I'm down $500; I'll drink 🍸 $500 worth if it kills me!"

Completely agree on the bellagio and speakeasy’s

Overrated, over prices. Greedy, boycott vegas

Didn't find a single item I disagree with! I do enjoy bringing the front staff a bag of Godiva or Lindt chocolates. Figure it might make their day a bit sweeter. If I happen to get an upgrade which I'm supposed to get being MGM Gold, I always give a nice tip. Safe travels! Cheers!

The Bedford is sooooo good. Exception to the rule!

Truly enjoyed the information. Especially agree with Bellagio overrated . Stayed there this last time and did not really enjoy for the reasons you stated. Pretty much everything you said is what most people think or find out and are afraid to say. Thank you for providing thought provoking info and allows us to make our own decisions.

Terrific video 😊

I have certain spots I sit at and get the "free" drinks. I've gotten 15 Titos tonics, and for tip and gambling, costed me 20 bucks.

"Bonus Drinks" is spot-on. And I will add that, if you are thinking of taking your money out of a slot machine but want to wait until your drink arrives, just take the money out. You will just lose the rest of it by the time the drink arrives. And I think the $20 trick no longer works because everyone tries it, so there are no more upgrades to give!

Sports book, you don't have to go to the casino to make a bet, there's an app. Sure there is, but using your logic there is no reason to go to a concert when you can stream the same music at home.

20 minutes for a drink? Try almost an hour in some casinos😢😢😢

Wow. Lots to unpack here. First, I disagree. Mid strip is still awesome and yes, there are issues there, but it doesn’t diminish the experiences and location of those properties. Even as a single woman I enjoy walking there and although it’s not the best sight, no one ever bothers me. Next, smoking. I am a smoker, I don’t care if they section the casino but ultimately I like the option to smoke in the casino and I do try to be respectful but I prefer that they keep it. Even when I’m not smoking, I don’t mind it. Following is sports book, people like to be in a community and want to partake in those events socially, so obviously it makes sense that there would be these areas. I never bet on that but I get it. And yes, free parking 100% does affect us as drivers into Vegas, and many people rent cars. The room rates and fees are ridiculous, they absolutely should offer free or reduced parking for guests. They did free parking before, and now they are simply taking advantage of drivers staying at those properties. If an event is in town okay, but for guests it’s exorbitant. Bellagio is whatever, never going out of style for the location; adding “affordable” options would diminish its luxury status so obviously they’re not going to do that. Agree with you on speakeasys. Then, money grabs are all over even if there are no gold flakes; it’s so sad how expensive everything is. Crazy times. Venetian gondolas- some people may never get to go to Venice like you guys, not an authentic experience but still valuable for some. Dude Tao has been a restaurant and club forever, it’s Vegas. Choose a different restaurant or deal. Anyway sorry long comment but you guys asked for it! Sometimes gotta take Vegas less seriously and just enjoy the moment.

I agree with you!!! Thanks for sharing 🎰🥃👙

My take on the Free Parking... We used to rent cars often on our vegas trips...we liked going to all the different hotels by car....and if we didn't like a place, no biggie... off to the next. But now that most properties charge for parking... we rarely rent a car anymore... and don't visit as many casinos as we don't want to pay for parking for every place we go. Feel like it's just another 'perk' that Vegas used to have, that is gone.

Lmao @ Rachael’s remark “they were contained at the container park”

Couldn’t agree more with this video! Well done! Truth 100%.

Taxi from the airport is the easiest even if there is a line. It usually moves quick

Thank you! Why do people say "Oh, it's center strip!" Like, if you see the Bellagio fountains and Mirage volcano once, there you go, that's the best of Center Strip. It's not worth spending your whole trip in the busiest, craziest part of The Strip to see two things. I'm fine with Park MGM or Delano which are way farther south.

Circa I'll say is a good sports book for in-game betting. I think the Circa resort on Fremont street really brings watch big events a great experience.

Free drinks on the casino floor while your playing a slot machine yeah, but if you play video poker at the casino bars you get drink service right away, the only thing is that some casinos are getting stricter about this by requiring minimum $1 hands and limiting certain drinks comped. But I live in Vegas and I only play when I want free drinks and it works great lol.

When I was young and coming to Vegas sitting at a slot machine and feeding it nickles for "free drinks" was actually cheap and fun. Drink service came around 10X faster back then and I'm not exaggerating. Also when you are feeding change in a machine it goes much slower so they were not free but much cheaper than now. Its a joke now. With TITO and cash I have actually burned thru $200 while waiting for a drink and was only betting $3 a spin. I just go to the lounge or bar now and pay $20 for a good drink.

💯 % spot on! Love you guys!

Have to disagree about staying on the strip. Fremont is old Vegas, with it's own unique things to offer. Also for the budget conscious visitor, a little smaller room, but for a much lower price.

With regards to smoking, one thing to consider is Vegas’s tie to cigar smoking. Cigars and Vegas go hand-in-hand, from the mob days to the present. In fact, the magazine Cigar Aficionado hosts their yearly “Big Smoke” event in Vegas (Resorts World is the host resort this year) each November, drawing not only cigar smokers but industry big-wigs as well (the heads of cigar makers such as Padron, Olivia, Fuente, etc as they host panels and seminars). Given this, while non-smoking options will continue to become more and more popular, it’s unlikely that smoking (and specifically cigar smoking) will be done away with completely. Vegas is in fact different from other cities in this regard. P.S.- The same reasoning-the unique history of Vegas- is why speakeasies are as popular as they are. And yeah while there may be more and more of them, the reason is simple: to both take advantage of people’s obsession with the mafia and their desire to feel the raw history of Vegas.

Very honest review, I couldn’t agreed more.

On the smoking side, there are two good tiki bars in Vegas that I go to. Frankies and Golden Tiki. Golden wins out for me now as its non smoking. I prefer the dive atmosphere in frankies, I love their drinks, but it just smells too much like smoke constantly. So I only go to Golden now. I don't believe in smoking laws, but I do prefer when I am in a non smoking environment.