Las Vegas...Mermaid's skanky low-life babes a turn-off!

As the clubs on the Freemont strip bask in an embarrassment of riches in the midst of the 70’s madness celebration, Mermaid's Bar remains dead (and as boring) as a door nail.

No wonder!

The tawdry bit**es posted outside to lure in patrons have all the personality and enthusiasm of a worm!

When it comes to “looks” and sex appeal, the bevy of bimbo babes here, are best categorized as "dawgs".

In high school, the “in” crowd used to refer to gals like these sorry drink-pushers as double-baggers.

Instead of placing one bag over their head, you toss on two, in case the first one breaks.

Ouch!

When I sauntered by this sleazy joint, I almost burst out laughing when I caught sight of the two unshapely broads posted at the entrance to hand out shiny plastic beads and invite potential guests inside.

One gal was squeezed into a festive outfit about two sizes too small (to her detriment).

Rolls of fat fell over her unsightly pinched-in-skirt and a sickly white paunch jiggled out-of-control, whenever she moved this way or that.

Most dudes would rather hop into the sack with an inflatable doll, than risk a romp in the hay with some skanky broad like that.

Inside, the short - rough-and-tumble-looking cocktail waitresses - reeked of bad attitude.

They acted like their sh** didn’t stink.

And, the dizzy Ms. Lizzies couldn't keep track of their cocktail orders, to boot!

When you happen across this dive on Freemont Street, just stroll on by this pack of losers.

Who knows - what they're  inflicted with - may be contagious.

God forbid!

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Las Vegas...festive partying in streets! Americans letting off steam...

Judging by the wild party atmosphere rampant last night at the Fremont Street Experience, it appears that Americans have been chomping at the bit to let off a little steam!

In front of Binion's Casino, for instance, enthusiastic music-lovers swayed to the jazzy upbeat sounds of soulful sax player Carl Ferris. (Post: 01/16/09)

And, at one point, a handful of exuberant bystanders were inclined to spontaneously slip into the spotlight alongside the charismatic musician, and break into a funky dance move or two.

Others sipped on exotic cocktails or guzzled a beer (bartenders served up quite a few non-stop in oversize containers shaped like a football) as they strolled along the strip to catch all the action.

As a feisty gang of motorcycle enthusiasts stood around the gold-colored "Globe of Death" waiting for the "Riders of the Thunderdome" to perform their death-defying feats, slightly-tipsy guests at the Golden Nugget tossed beads from a 2nd floor balcony to fun-loving revellers who grovelled for the shiny baubles below.

Probably, the funniest moment for me occurred when three boys - about 7 - 8 years old - lifted up their shirts teasingly in a bold-faced effort to entice a string or two their way.

There was quite a diverse turn-out, too.

Young lovers in romantic moods held hands and smooched openly in the packed street without a care in the world alongside elderly couples out for a night stroll.

Quite a few married couples, with wee tots in tow, also braved the tangled exuberant masses on Fremont, to catch the entertaining street performers, too.

I even spied a few members of the military maneuvering their way through the crowds, in full dress uniform.

Fleet's in!

The upbeat crowd roared approval every hour on the hour when the fantastic "light show" sprang to life on the world's biggest wide screen on the planet overhead.

And like me, sighed a little, when the warm and fuzzy awesome eve came to an end.

But, the party is not over yet!

Tonight, the dare-devil bikers will perform in two closing shows.

(8:15 p.m & 10:15 p.m.)

World-renowned acrobats from Tangiers will wow the tourists & locals once again on Stage 1.

And, the scintillating sax sounds of Carl Ferris, will touch souls under the romantic canopy.

See 'ya there!

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Las Vegas...deep-fried oreos at Mermaids! Tropical Margaritas for 99 cents...

At Mermaids, pretty hostesses gussied up in Carmen Miranda-style outfits, greet dudes (and dudettes) on a pub crawl with a string of festive rainbow colored beads and offer up a ticket for a cash draw.

This hole-in-the-wall watering spot may be a bit of an eyesore, without much innovation in the slot-machine department, but tourists in-the-know are sauntering into the funky bar to throw down some cash for a handful of delectable finger foods and cheap drinks.

The deep-fried oreos - though packed with a zillion calories and artery-clogging trans-fats - are a big hit for those with a sweet tooth.

I gobbled one down and was ready to cough up 99 cents for an encore performance in spite of the waistline consequences.

I expect the deep-fried twinkie is just as wicked!

As the old TV slogan used to taunt:

"Bet you can't eat just one!"

Another favorite is the chocolate-dipped banana (frozen).

Yummy!

For those looking for a traditional snack over the holiday weekend - who are stifled by a tight budget - the "All American Hot Dog" at 99 cents (plus tax) is sure to squelch any craving for mouth-watering food without breaking the bank.

Then, wash it down with a 99 cent Margarita.

Strawberry is the hot flavor right now among the locals.

And now, for a little slot play on the penny machines.

You know what they say, watch the pennies, and the dollars will take care of themselves.

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