At the end, I'd managed to turn $40 into $80. Played VP and enjoyed the band, and several beers, for about three hours. Really enjoyed the cover band, a group called 'Nervous Presley' out of Nashville. :) Played some slots for an hour or so, then found a video poker seat at the 'Stage 2' bar when the live entertainment was underway. I also didn't have any cell phone service back there so I was pretty bored sitting by myself without even the Internet for entertainment. They were out of a couple of specials, and service was fairly slow. Hit the Atrium Cafe for dinner that night.

I asked for high, she got me a nice king room on the 30th floor, overlooking the delta and the river, with Fitz and Sam's Town visible off in the distance. Quick checkin the friendly clerk asked if I wanted high or low floor. Easy drive from Birmingham on US 78 / I-22. I'm a frequent Vegas tripper (3-4 times/year), so I was able to get two weekday nights comped at GS. First time staying at the Gold Strike - my previous stays were at Horseshoe and Harrah's. Just got back from a quick two-nighter in Tunica, my 3rd trip there.

Gold strike casino hotel