Well, we are back from our fun-filled Christmas trip to Las Vegas (which brought new meaning to the words 'Christmas Lights') . We had a great time, even if we did come back with thinner wallets. Yes, that is right people, we WERE NOT lucky in Vegas. But, you know what they say, Vegas wasn't built on people winning.
We got to Sin City on the 22nd and were there through the 26th. So, for those of you who are interested, here is how the trip went down:
The 22nd:
We arrived at the airport and made our way to the hotel (in an overpriced taxi mind you). We stayed at the Flamingo Hilton on the strip. We got there at about 5:00 p.m., but the rest of the Bergmann clan didn't get there until 1:00 a.m. from Craig. So, we hit up video poker while we waited for everyone to arrive. We also went to the Bellagio to look at the beautiful Christmas decorations and watch the fountains.
Ang with the 'not so traditional' Christmas Lights of Las Vegas!
The Fountains at the Bellagio
Christmas Tree at the BellagioThe 23rd:
We started the day out by going to the grocery store. Since we had a kitchen, we figured that we might as well save some money for gambling and cook breakfast and lunch in the room. Then, the boys went golfing at Tuscany Golf Course. Can you believe it...golf in December!!! They had a beautiful day for golfing, which was fortunate because the rest of the trip was cold. While they were golfing, the girls lounged and walked up and down the strip. Then, we all met back up and went out to eat at Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville. It was food and entertainment all rolled into one. Then, we went gambling again, which turned out to be kind of a disaster. Ang had turned $50 into $110 playing video blackjack, but then lost it ALL! And Chris was on somewhat of a losing streak after winning $400 last time he visited Vegas. Oh well, it was fun. Then we went to a bar for a little bit. When we went back to the room, Chris and Ang went to the hot tub in the Flamingo pool grounds (beautiful). It felt good to relax a little after a day of tons of walking.
Nice Swing Chris!!
Chris and Dad (Look how green in December)
Chris and Joe on the scenic 18th green
Lauren and Ang with the "Big Ritas"
"Wastin' away again in Margaritaville"The 24th- Christmas Eve:
This was a Take-It-Easy kind of a day. We had a slow start, but did make it out to wander the Strip for a little bit. We had dinner at the Flamingo Buffet, and then headed to the MGM Grand for a Cirque Du Soleil show: Ka. It was an amazing show with a ton of special effects and so much to see. It was perfect for Christmas Eve.
Great Vegas Show!
Chris and Ang in front of the Venetian
Chris really hits his stride playing the piano in the lobby of our hotel bringing Christmas cheer to all :)
The 25th- Christmas Day:
It wasn't your traditional Christmas, but it was a lot of fun and nice to get away. We started the day with stockings and celebration. Then we headed to a Brunch Buffet at Harrahs. While at Harrahs, we sat down and the Blackjack table, where Joe won $70! After that, we took it easy for a little bit and then went to a movie. We saw Slumdog Millionaire, which is a great movie... we highly recommend it! After that, we went back to the room and ate in. Then, we headed back to the Bellagio to look at the beautiful Christmas Decor. After that, we went out and gambled some more. We also got to meet up with Matt Kruse and his girlfriend Kelsey. How ironic that they were in Vegas the exact dates that we were! Merry Christmas!!!
The Fam at the Bellagio- Merry Christmas!
Chris and Ang- Bellagio
It wouldn't be Christmas without stockings. But only in Vegas would you find a HUGE Henikein bottle next to Christmas stockings :)
Christmas Morning- check out the view out the window
This was a Take-It-Easy kind of a day. We had a slow start, but did make it out to wander the Strip for a little bit. We had dinner at the Flamingo Buffet, and then headed to the MGM Grand for a Cirque Du Soleil show: Ka. It was an amazing show with a ton of special effects and so much to see. It was perfect for Christmas Eve.
Great Vegas Show!
Chris and Ang in front of the VenetianChris really hits his stride playing the piano in the lobby of our hotel bringing Christmas cheer to all :)
The 25th- Christmas Day:
It wasn't your traditional Christmas, but it was a lot of fun and nice to get away. We started the day with stockings and celebration. Then we headed to a Brunch Buffet at Harrahs. While at Harrahs, we sat down and the Blackjack table, where Joe won $70! After that, we took it easy for a little bit and then went to a movie. We saw Slumdog Millionaire, which is a great movie... we highly recommend it! After that, we went back to the room and ate in. Then, we headed back to the Bellagio to look at the beautiful Christmas Decor. After that, we went out and gambled some more. We also got to meet up with Matt Kruse and his girlfriend Kelsey. How ironic that they were in Vegas the exact dates that we were! Merry Christmas!!!
The Fam at the Bellagio- Merry Christmas!
Chris and Ang- Bellagio
It wouldn't be Christmas without stockings. But only in Vegas would you find a HUGE Henikein bottle next to Christmas stockings :)
Christmas Morning- check out the view out the windowThe 26th:
Time to go home. Chris and Ang had and easy flight home, because they got to fly right into Fort Collins! The rest of the fam...not so much. They flew into Junction at about 9:00 and then had to drive 3 hours in the snow. It was worth it though! We had a great trip!
Time to go home. Chris and Ang had and easy flight home, because they got to fly right into Fort Collins! The rest of the fam...not so much. They flew into Junction at about 9:00 and then had to drive 3 hours in the snow. It was worth it though! We had a great trip!
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