Saturday, April 30, 2011

their Marquis, so remember

SPOTLIGHT: Ellis Island Casino & Brewery Don't be put off by the outside appearance. This place is almost always busy because it draws both tourists and locals. Also plan to wait for a table, and service can be slow if you want to eat at traditional times. Fortunately, you can get a deal here at any time, 24 hours a day. And like the sign says, this is also a brewery, so you have the opportunity to try one of their several microbrews, or even their own root beer if you prefer. Next to the restaurant you'll find the bar, which is a local's favorite for karaoke. Ellis Island is located behind Bally's on Koval Lane, by Flamingo Road.
For an early traditional breakfast (Two scrambled eggs, biscuits and gravy and bacon or sausage,) Ellis Island only charges $1.95 between 11 p.m. and 6 a.m. for the special.
Later in the morning, or at night before crashing, you might consider New Yorksteak and eggs for $3.45 at Ellis Island. They serve breakfast between 11 p.m. and 11 a.m.
In the 24 Hour Restaurant, [yes, that is what they actually call it,] you can also get a 10-ounce Steak Dinner for $6.99. The steak comes with green beans, potato, bread, and a Beer. Overall the meal is very tasty and may be the best value meal in town. This special is not always in the menu, but if you ask for it, it is always available.
Inside Tip:Down town every casino has specials on the marquis. These specials are sometimes for specific time frames, and are not always up to date - but usually good deals - so verify the price when ordering!
Lunch timemay require a sandwich special. One of the best deals is the $1.25 Hotdog, at the Gold Coast. It is available between 10 a.m. and 6:45 p.m. at the Sports Book - look for a vender's cart. Expect a Chicago Style Beef Hotdog with the works. You don't have to place any bets to take advantage of the Hotdog Vender, and there are usually plenty of seats with monitors everywhere for viewing the races or the games while enjoying your dog. (On Flamingo road, about a mile west of The Strip.)

Let's talk a little bit about how Las Vegas house foreclosures and real estate short sales work, so you can better appreciate how there can be a positive aspect in it for the wise investor.
A short sale happens when the homeowner is unable to make their mortgage payments and the bank agrees to allow a sale of the property for less than the amount owed on the property. Wonder why that is? When payments stop coming in, the banks will consider taking a lesser amount, thinking to themselves that something is better than nothing. From las vegas casino resorts the start, it must be apparent to the lender that it is impossible for them to be repaid the original amount. The property owner and buyer are linked, a sale is arranged and the bank or investment company must approve it. Once that's settled, the homeowner gets out from under a house they cannot pay for, the new property owner gets an incredible bargain on a Las Vegas home, and the loan company will get at least part of their loan repaid.
A foreclosure happens when the loan merchant has had to take steps to take the property back. Now the mortgage lender does not want the home, they are motivated sellers! With the market being down, the new homebuyer wins.
Currently, property short sales and mortgage foreclosures are a booming sector in Las Vegas real estate. These are incredible family homes hard rock las vegas hotel at unbelievable bargain prices. As it stands, these two types of home sales comprise a significant part of Las Vegas houses real estate and fortunate new house buyers are getting astounding bargains. Here are a couple examples:
If you'd rather not leave The Strip, O'sheas Casino in the middle of The Strip between the Imperial Palace and the Flamingo serves a Hot dog with a Beer for $3.00, 24 hours a day. For more information on Q'sheas Casino, read further down under Where to Get Cheap Drinks.
Downtown for lunch with a big appetite, Uncle Joes's Pizza has one of the better deals. $3 will get you two oversized slices of Pizza and a Soda. Uncle Joe's is a small authentic NY style pizza house; so expect a traditional crunchy crust, good sauce, plenty of cheese, and laid back friendly but not too fast service. (On Fremont Street and Las Vegas Boulevard.)
Another choice would be to pick up a Hot dog and a Coke for $2.95 in the Fremont Club at the Lanai Express. Lanai Express is known for its reasonably priced Chinese dishes served cafeteria style, so you don't have to wait for your meal. American food like Hamburgers, Hotdogs, and Shrimp Cocktail will give you more choices than you'd usually find at a Chinese place; so there's something for everybody, even those who don't want the Hotdog deal. (The Fremont Club is in the center of the Fremont Street Experience.)
SPOTLIGHT: Mermaids Casino and Lounge
Famous for vintage slots rather than glitz, this place is a funhouse for those who are not looking for quiet, high-end class. The brassy waitresses cater to the drinkers, slot players, drinkers, socializers, drinkers, eaters and drinkers. If you end up spending much time here, the waitresses will even remember what you like to drink; you'll notice a personal touch. The strings of welcome beads you discover around your neck tend to be financed by the nickel slots, and the treats here are unique. Mermaids is between the Golden Gate and the Golden Nugget on Freemont Street, downtown.
Snacksat Mermaids Casino and Lounge include the 99 cent Fried Twinky. They also have Fried Oreos and a Chocolate Covered Banana on a stick. If that's too radical, you can also get a Nathan's hot dog for 99 cents at the Snack Bar.
Snacks in Las Vegas have traditionally included a Shrimp Cocktail Special. I believe that tradition started at the Golden Gate downtown on Fremont Street over forty years ago. Sometime their menu changes faster than their Marquis, so remember to verify the price. Nowadays just about everyone has some form of Shrimp Cocktail Special priced between 99 cents and $2.99, so look around for it, both downtown, and in many of the smaller casinos on The Strip.
All You Can Eat Buffets
If anywhere is famous for their buffets, it's Las Vegas! Almost every casino has one, so we'll only focus on a few of my favorites that have personality. There was a day when buffets represented the best deal in town. They are still a great deal for what you get; but with the Las Vegas transition into a family destination, the cost of food has gone up across the board to reflect the lack of gambling by minors.

A planned community called The Lakes is in Las Vegas, is las vegas hotel mirage built around a man made lake. There are multiple homes for sale in this lovely community, which features multi-storied classy homes with manicured lawns and breathtaking trees.
Another development to consider is Seven Hills. If you have been waiting for a great piece of real estate, take a look at this area! The community is gated, and is located merely 7mi from the radiant Las Vegas Strip. This development prides itself on being home to several golf clubs and courses.
With so many properties are located in Las Vegas, you're bound to find the one that's right for you. The only similarities are limited to newest las vegas hotel the fact that they're all available at remarkably low prices because of the many house foreclosures and property short sales. Investors and potential new householders have more possibilities than ever to own real estate in sunny Las Vegas.

 

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