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Poll : 22 February - 06 March 2012

Q:
A reader-suggested poll: Although I live in/near to a "casino city" (such as Atlantic City, Detroit, etc.) or tribal casino, I'd rather go to Vegas because... (pick as many as you wish):
A:
10651 Total Votes
It’s so many factors -- Vegas is just more EXCITING than ANYWHERE else!
15% (1632)
There are more casinos to choose from.
15% (1624)
The entertainment is superior in Vegas, with more to choose from.
12% (1290)
There are more/better dining options in Las Vegas.
12% (1287)
Las Vegas still has better deals than other casino destinations, if you know where to look.
11% (1219)
The odds are generally better in Vegas.
9% (990)
Although a lot has gone, Las Vegas still has the history factor, with the Rat Pack, mob, etc., that makes it more romantic/exciting.
7% (795)
Las Vegas is friendlier to tourists.
6% (626)
Although I love Vegas, airfare hikes no longer make it economically viable for me to visit.
4% (458)
I don’t think Vegas is the bargain destination it used to be -- I find better deals nearer home.
2% (259)
I don’t live near another casino destination.
2% (202)
OTHER (use email link on next page to tell us what).
1% (154)
I no longer prefer to visit Vegas because it’s too expensive, "young," and sex-oriented.
1% (115)

Analysis

This turned out to be an even more interesting poll than we'd imagined, with a huge volume of email responses yielding some great insights. So, as we occasionally do in this feature, we're going to run the statistical results today, but hold out to follow up imminently with a QoD dedicated to the best of your email responses. Watch this space!

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