You made a great point about how the departure of attractions like the Riviera and old-school restaurants like Rao’s really marks the end of an era for longtime Vegas lovers. I have fond memories of that type of vintage Vegas charm that seems to be fading.

I also appreciated you highlighting the shrinking presence of free parking, drink deals, and other budget-friendly perks on the Strip. Vegas has certainly shifted toward catering to high-end clientele in recent years, often pricing out average visitors.

While change is inevitable, and Vegas has reinvented itself many times, you captured the sentimental nostalgia many feel saying goodbye to staples that made the city special. Your post was a thoughtful ode to the old-school Vegas that holds a place in the hearts of so many visitors. It reminds me not to take any experience there for granted!

I recently read your article listing things that are disappearing in Las Vegas, and it made me feel quite nostalgic! As someone who has been visiting Vegas regularly for over a decade, I could relate to much of your piece.

You did a great job highlighting many of the classic Vegas experiences and establishments that are sadly starting to fade away. From coin slots and buffets to free parking and El Cortez, it was a nice walk down memory lane. I especially agreed with your points about increasingly expensive buffets and the transformation of Old Vegas charm on Fremont Street.

While change is inevitable, and some of it good, you have a valid concern about Vegas potentially losing its unique character that generations have come to know and love. Your perspective reminds us that progress shouldn’t come at the cost of forgotting a destination’s roots.

Thanks for the thoughtful preservation of some quintessentially Vegas nostalgia. I hope the city can maintain a balance between old and new. Keep fighting the good fight on behalf of Vegas loyalists!

There’s no decency either. Just because the resort has a pool doesn’t mean you wear your swimsuit throughout the resort. I had a lady’s (not much of a lady) rear in my face going up the escalator in the shopping area of the resort. She was wearing thong bottom and a see through wrap. We had to take a few steps back.

I keep reading about “the good old days”. Yes, we did get more comps years ago (rooms, food, free parking etc), but the fact is that there was little local competition. When the mob ran Las Vegas, Nevada was one of the few States where gambling was legal. If you had a “local casino” it was likely just a card room.