Mercnbeth
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~ VEGAS REPORT~ Bellagio is now our new Vegas base of operations! Private check in for the suites, excellent concierge services, and instantaneous room service. It was amazing, as soon as we turned off the 'Do Not Disturb' door light, there was someone there at the door wanting to 'straighten' out the room and replace the glasses. Full bar with ice maker, dinning room, chairs and couch in front of a 60 inch flat screen with theater sound. Another 42 inch screen popping up from a dresser in the bedroom; one bathroom with a jacuzzi & bidet, another with a steam room/shower, and a third for taking a piss as you walk through the door. (It was a long walk from the elevator.) Once again we started the trip with a Friday afternoon of 'Wonder-Boogie' at Harrahs. Missed the CM folks from last time, but we order up our 'strap-on' and next thing you know, we're in the conga line getting our 'free-drinks'. Amazingly ran into some kinky folks from Germany. A triad with 'Hans' and his two girls joining us at the 'rowdy' table. Somehow - we always end up 'rowdy table'. But no - we didn't go to a strip club. Why go there with Han's girls, and beth, doing lap-dances for free? Sorry Steel, but your recommendations will have to wait for another trip. We just couldn't fit it in this time around. We didn't go back to Green Door either, but had our own 'hotel version' going with some friends. Instead on Saturday night we went to see Jersey Boys, with great tickets in the VIP section from the aforementioned concierge area. You don't have to be from the east coast or NJ to enjoy it; however, of course it helps! If you enjoy the Four Seasons you'll love the music and the story, told from the 4 perspectives of each member. Although the person who played Tommy DiVito played it too much in a caricature persona of Joe Pesci (Pesci also played a role in their career, and was in the play.) the cast was great. I was pleasantly surprised that the staging was equal to that of NYC Broadway. The Miss America pageant was going on across the street at Planet Hollywood. beth got her picture with the 2008 reigning queen. She couldn't have been more than 5'2" (in heels) and 75 pounds. beth was upset she didn't bring her old tiara and sash from her days as 'Ms Santa Maria'. It was soooooo great, I'm having another 'Business Meeting' in February. (Gotta spend those profits before they're taxed according to my accountant. One or two chats over dinner, drinks, or and/or massage per day to regarding financing and everything gets written off.) This time it's back to see Billy Joel at the MGM; floor seats on Valentine's Day. Tell you what, if there is anyway you can be there - come & join us! The hotels and restaurants are hurting for business. They've never treated us better. We got tired of saying 'thank-you' to all the service personal who said "good morning-have a great day" to us. Rooms are about 1/4 of standard. Buying the Billy Joel tickets was contingent upon getting the same room deal and they didn't hesitate. No need to use services such as Expedia - call the hotels direct and negotiate, and you can end up doing better and getting additional perks. Tell you what - having a steam room in your room is just too much fun; we're considering a 'home version'. Who's up for joining us for a Valentine Weekend trip?
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