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| - We didn't actually stay at the Venetian, but met some friends here for a bite to eat at the Grand Lux.
After our meal, we decided to tear it up in the casino for a bit. I should probably preface this by saying I'm a super frugal person. I'm honestly surprised I don't walk around using $0.20 off coupons whenever humanly possible... I've also done very little gambling. I'd describe myself as an intuitive and strategic gambler, but also one who doesn't like the stakes to be too high. With those standards, the Venetian is a decent casino.
I was so filled with glee when we actually had cocktail waitresses come up to us to get us free drinks (during my previous visits to Vegas, this was NOT the case and I couldn't seem to tap into these endless free drinks everyone talks about). Both of the ladies were all smiles and accommodations. It's baffling to me they work overnight hours, in dresses, dealing with drunkards and having such a high energy about them.
The craps table was on fire, and their cheers could be heard rumbling through the casino.
My partner and I primarily bounced around from one slot machine to another. There are endless machines, from penny slots to five dollar slots. We didn't win but didn't lose much either ($10).
The three roulette tables we passed were $5, $15, and $25 buy-in. Still too heavy for my cheap genes. But an interesting people watching place.
My fave slots were the Wizard of Oz and Monster Mash slots. Give 'em some love and they'll at least break you even.
As a side note, they served possibly the worst rum I've ever tasted in their rum nd cokes. But can't really complain much about free!
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