Anon12/23/25, 03:10No.2850162
>where to stay
Downtown and off strip. I don't go to the strip unless going to a hockey game or UFC or a rare meal. My preferred spots are Golden Nugget, Downtown Grand, GVR, Durango. I'll do Golden Gate/The D but only if it's a last minute trip and I want a cheap room lol.
>where to avoid
Centre strip is overrated AF. Last time at Aria was disappointing. Bellagio too, it's just not that good for the money. Lots of off strip Vegas has come down in price the back half of 2025. Centre strip is still extortionate pricing...not trying to spend $275 for a mid room and $50 for a beer and a burger.
>times of year to visit and times to stay away
Avoid F1. Avoid the super bowl. Avoid march madness. Avoid the biggest trade shows like CES and SEMA. Def consider going midweek. Sunday-Tuesday is a great time to go. Cheap and still lively enough to have fun.
>gambling suggestions
Find a property you like and get their players card. I'm a mid level gambler. Usually take $2000 to gamble and play 3-4 hours daily. Table games, poker, sports betting, and some slots. I get good comps for my play. Circa/The D/Golden Gate have a terrific rewards program, def check that out if you like Fremont. I'm not a high roller and still get A-tier comps at those properties. Something like $350 free play every month, $150 free food, and free rooms nearly always.Gambling games to play - avoid penny slots. If you wanna play slots, play dimes or quarter denom. You'll get better odds. Better yet, just avoid slots. Sports betting is great cuz it takes up time and has a low house edge. Don't do parlays. Do single bets. Only play 3:2 blackjack. 6:5 is criminal. Don't play crapless craps, play regular craps. Only play single zero roulette, don't even think about playing triple zero. All the other table games have a large house edge (3 card poker, ultimate hold em, let it ride, pai gow poker, 4 card poker, etc) and should be avoided.1/2