My son recently moved to Las Vegas for work. What is it like to live there? Any suggestions (beyond how to conquer the strip)?
Living in Las Vegas
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I lived there - and it sucked. The Strip is the strip, crowded with tourists. The "outskirts" are filled with retirees and soccer moms, like most 'burbs. And the zone in between is generally settled by casino workers of all levels.
The deal-breaker for me was the people, the locals. You've heard about the LA phenomenon where every waiter is actually and actor? Ten times worse in Vegas. Everyone you meet immediately tells you what their profession really is, then eventually hits you up for something. In my case, everyone I met wanted to work for me, as they really loved consumer research and (insert current job) was just temporary. That goes for the guy in the art gallery I stopped into; about 10 different employees of Shark Reef (where I spent lots of time), at my favorite restaurant (Capriotti's sandwiches - a do-not-miss), and pretty much anywhere else I would speak with people.
After 9 months I realized that despite my best efforts I had not made a single friend. So I resigned from one of the better jobs in the city and left, in an attempt to keep my soul and sanity intact.
The deal-breaker for me was the people, the locals. You've heard about the LA phenomenon where every waiter is actually and actor? Ten times worse in Vegas. Everyone you meet immediately tells you what their profession really is, then eventually hits you up for something. In my case, everyone I met wanted to work for me, as they really loved consumer research and (insert current job) was just temporary. That goes for the guy in the art gallery I stopped into; about 10 different employees of Shark Reef (where I spent lots of time), at my favorite restaurant (Capriotti's sandwiches - a do-not-miss), and pretty much anywhere else I would speak with people.
After 9 months I realized that despite my best efforts I had not made a single friend. So I resigned from one of the better jobs in the city and left, in an attempt to keep my soul and sanity intact.
What kind of work does your son do? Vegas is not a kind town. Have to have some serious fortitude to resist the sin part of sin city.
Yea he hasn't been around in a while. Missed him at the last few Buffett shows our there too.
Cousin Eddie says stay away from the Nevada Test Site an hour to the northwest where the federal government conducted about 100 atmospheric 900 underground nuclear bomb tests.
Yeah, I'm banking on a trust from my parents as well. So far, butkis.
I've visited a couple times. Just never seemed like a place I'd want to live. Interested to see if there is anyone here who gives it a positive rating.
One of my best friends lives out there and loves it. Lives in Henderson. Lots of hiking, rent is cheap, always something to do. Plus it is nice to be able to get to a sports book in 5 minutes.
My brother lives out there in Anthem (Henderson) and loves it. He's a golfer and retired airline pilot. They rarely go downtown except for special occasions as they are not gamblers. Great climate most of the time.
Way too hot and dry. I couldnt even keep contact lenses on my eye they would dry up and fall out.
He's in banking....lol! You believe that?!
I know no father wants to hear this but your son is not in banking. He's either an aspiring club promoter or struggling Elvis impersonator.
On the plus side, both those professions grant him as much, if not more, access to cocaine.
I know no father wants to hear this but your son is not in banking. He's either an aspiring club promoter or struggling Elvis impersonator.
On the plus side, both those professions grant him as much, if not more, access to cocaine.
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