Monthly Archives: May 2016

Daily Neon: Glass Pool Inn

May 16, 2016
Glass Pool Inn

Only the sign remains of the Glass Pool Inn

What is left of the Glass Pool Inn. The Glass Pool Inn 1950′s style motel on the south end of the Strip, with the coolest swimming pool. Note: The Motel was renamed in 1988 from “The Mirage” when Steve Wynn’s Mirage Hotel Open. Motel and pool was demolished in 2004, only the sign remains. (photo. 1999)

See a 360 panoramic view of the famous motel from 1999.
Large Photo of the Glass Pool Inn

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Online vs Landbased Casinos

May 13, 2016
The Riviera sign

What Are The Benefits Of Online Casinos?

While land based casinos have been popular with keen gamers for generations, online casinos, while being a relative newcomer to the gaming market, have really taken off over the last few years. So what is the argument for online vs landbased casinos? Why do so many people prefer gaming online to in a real world casino? What are the benefits and are there any drawbacks?

What Are The Benefits Of Online Casinos?

Convenience

Whichever way you look at it, online casinos are incredibly convenient and are ideal for those who enjoy playing their favorite games at all hours of the day and night. From shift workers to those who are fitting their hobby around their family and caring commitments, online casinos represent the best solution. Open 24 hours a day, there is complete flexibility compared to landbased casinos which have regular opening hours. There is also no need to actually leave the house in order to play, which makes online casinos the best or indeed only choice for those with restricted movement.

Comfort

Going to a landbased casino requires effort. Players are often required to dress up or to comply with a dress code. When they play at online casinos, there is no need to put in any effort. Players can enjoy their gaming from the comfort of their armchair or even their bed, and they can wear anything they like, from pajamas to sweatpants.

No Etiquette

When players use a landbased casino, they are obliged to comply with casino etiquette. This may make many players, especially those who are novices, uncomfortable which puts them off going to a real world casino in the first place. Online, there are none of these problems as there is no etiquette to comply with, no embarrassment and no awkwardness.

Bonuses and Promotions

Online casinos often offer a wide range of deals, bonuses and promotions for both newly registered and regular players. These can range from deposit match deals to free spins or cashback promotions. These promotions are not available in landbased casinos, so online players have a better chance of winning more money.

Choice of Games

Online casinos have an enormous selection of games to play. There are countless online casinos on the internet today, and some of the biggest and best like Royal Vegas Canadian Casino have a huge breadth of choice, from well known casino favorites to newer and less well known games. From games of skill to games of chance and from table games to card games, there is something for everyone and because the games are online, there is never a wait for a free machine or free spot at the table.

Technology

Modern technology means that online casinos offer games that are more exciting and fun to play than ever. With cutting edge graphics including 3D technology and amazing sound effects, playing casino games online is much more advanced and interesting than in a standard landbased casino.

Mobile

Unlike landbased casinos, you can take your online casino everywhere with you on a mobile casino app. This means that you can enjoy your favorite pastime anywhere at any time, even when you are on the move.

Disadvantages Of Online Casinos

When it comes to online vs landbased casinos, it is easy to see that there are many advantages to online gaming however there are a couple of advantages. Although online casinos are a lot of fun and some of the live dealer games do have a chat facility, you cannot really capture the atmosphere of a landbased casino, and if this is the part of the experience that you enjoy, you will not be able to get this from an online casino.

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Daily Neon: Trader Bills

May 11, 2016
Trader Bills

Trader Bill’s Neon Sign – is now a Harley Davidson store

Trader Bill’s, was one of the best Leather and Western Gift Shops on Fremont Street. It had a large, flicker bulb arrow pointing down towards the door. The outside was made to look like a movie set Trading Post. Inside, it was leather heaven but they also carried lots of Indian rugs and jewelry. Originally, it had a wooden sidewalk before paved sidewalks were installed in the 1950s. It is now a Harley Davidson store. The Harley Davidson store kept the sign and the facade.

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Daily Neon: Bonanza Gift Shop

May 10, 2016

Bonanza Gifts refers to itself as the world largest gift shop.

Well before the gift shop opened here, it was one of the first shopping centers in Las Vegas, and there were a couple of small casinos located here from the early 1960’s until 1981, when the Bonanza Gift Shop took over.  The three casinos were Honest John’s and The Big Wheel and Jolly Trolly.

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Daily Neon: Somerset Shopping Center

May 9, 2016

Somerset Shopping Center

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Daily Neon: Gold Spike Sign “$5 Sexy Blackjack”

May 6, 2016
Gold Spike Casino

Gold Spike “$5 Sexy Blackjack” in Downtown Las Vegas

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Date Taken: 12/30/2011

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