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When Did Vegas Start Feeling Like a Cruise Ship?

Somewhere Along the Way, the Hustle Left the Casino.

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Vegas Uncomped
Jul 13, 2026
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I don’t hate walking the Strip.

I hate feeling like I have to defend my wallet every fifty feet.

Planet Hollywood.
Horseshoe.
Paris.
Harrah’s.

Linq Promenade

Before I even make it through the first set of doors, I already know what’s about to happen.

“No thanks.”
“No thanks.”
“I’m a local.”
“No thanks.”

Eventually…
“Guys… fuck off.”

If you’ve been there, you probably laughed.
If you haven’t…
Give it time.

Guest Services? Please don’t fall for this crap.

This Isn’t Really About Timeshares

It’s about interruption.

I do two newsletters a week. Wednesday is free; Monday is where it really gets real.

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