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The Boat Show At Lake Mead Made Ransom Cry Today

Author Ransom Garcia
A white boat at the On The Water Boat Show At Lake Mead Marina.

I was at the boat show at Lake Mead today doing a live broadcast. It’s something I’ve been honored to do for the past couple of years, and I’m really happy they trusted me enough to do another remote there today.

But something happened today that I wasn’t expecting… I got emotional.

I don’t know why, but I think it has everything to do with the fact that I just turned 40 last week. My parents are getting older, which is something nobody can stop, but THAT lake means so much to me. My parents made sure to make a lot of memories with my siblings and me there.

It’s like that John Mayer song, “Stop This Train” where John says, “…don’t know how else to say it, don’t wanna see my parents go/One generation’s length away from finding life out on my own.” I don’t know if you’re familiar with the song, but it’s beautiful and it’s something I’ve been thinking a lot about lately. I’ll post the video below if you’d like to hear it.

Also like the song says, the only thing I feel I’ve ever been good at is being young — And listen, I know 40 isn’t THAT old, but I’m definitely no spring chicken anymore and neither are my folks. Thankfully, I’m still lucky enough to have them around, but I also recognize that too many of my friends that I’ve grown up with cannot say the same.

Boat Show At Lake Mead, Memories And Life Lessons On The Lake

Is this what a mid-life crisis feels like? Haha… I’m honestly not trying to make this a sad post because all of the memories the boat show at Lake Mead reminded me of were good ones.

I learned how to bait a hook there. I learned how to swim in that water. I fell in love for my first time on a campground at Lake Mead. And if you asked my dad, he’ll tell you I drank my first beer there.

Here’s a little secret… it wasn’t my first beer. But it was the first one I had with my pops and to this day, it’s my favorite beer. It’ll probably be my favorite beer until the day I have one with my son. But that’s at least another 13 years away.

By the way, the On The Water Boat Show continues throughout the weekend. If you’d like more info about it, visit their website here.

Ransom Garcia is the music director and afternoon host on 1079 Coyote Country. He’s been with the station since 2017, but he’s been on the Las Vegas airwaves since 2003. Although he's Vegas Born AND Raised, Ransom also has on-air duties on sister station Kiss 95.1 in Charlotte, NC. He is also set to be inducted into the Nevada Broadcasters Hall of Fame in September of 2024. Ransom writes articles about pop culture, human interests, technology, video games and anything affecting Las Vegas.

5 Spectacular Ways To Spend $1,000 In Las Vegas

Sometimes $1,000 can go a long way. And other times, it doesn’t. But $1,000 in Las Vegas can provide you with a multitude of experiences, and there are a plethora of amazing ways to spend money in Las Vegas.

People win money in Las Vegas quite frequently. But it’s important to note, “The house advantage is a mathematical certainty that is figured into every casino game,” the American Gaming Association states.

But when the wager hits, it can definitely hit.

Ways To Spend Money In Las Vegas: Jackpots Make $1,000 In Las Vegas Laughable

Sometimes, spending money in Las Vegas can actually make you rich — if you hit a jackpot, of course.

In February of this year, a player won exactly $1,208,521 after “hitting a massive Mega Progressive jackpot on pai gow poker,” the Las Vegas Review-Journal states.

The jackpot was hit on Feb. 28 around 3 a.m. at Planet Hollywood Las Vegas Resort & Casino, the Review-Journal further reported.

Another great jackpot recently happened during Easter Weekend. You could say this was a “blessing.”

According to Fox 5, a Hawaiian visitor placed a $10 bet on the IGT’s Wheel of Fortune machine. The player was playing at the California Hotel & Casino when they won $1,172,262.

And in another rare instant last month, there were two million-dollar hits that happened inside of the high-limit gaming lounge in The Palazzo. This room opened last October, the Las Vegas Review-Journal reported.

During the same week, two players won just over a million dollars. One player won $1,037,828 while playing the Dragon Link slot machine. Another player — just one day later — won $1,635,693 on a Wheel of Fortune Gold Spin Triple Gold machine, the Review-Journal said.

$1,000 In Las Vegas, A Reasonable Budget For Any Type Of Experience

From eating at exquisite restaurants to going to the most fine spas in the city, you can have an amazing experience with $1,000.

Many people would save $1,000 if they won it. But, what would you do if you had $1,000 to freely spend on indulgence? It’s a nice thought to ponder about because many of us can’t spend $1,000 without feeling some regret or pain.

But, if you want to see what $1,000 can provide you in Las Vegas then scroll down below!

  • Get The $1,000 Infamous Wagyu Tomahawk From Papi Steak

    Yes. This steak costs $1,000. But why? Well first off, this steak presentation is supposedly inspired by “Pulp Fiction.” So, that elevates the “cool” factor of this steak. The steak is a homage to the luxurious bottle shows that are seen in many clubs in Miami, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, etc. The steak is presented in a temperature-control gold box, according to the Miami Herald.

    The steak is brought out with a plethora of waitresses, waiters, etc. who also hold flashing lights that turns this fine-dining experience into a high-energy club. Many videos across different social media platforms show this experience of people getting showered in flashing lights and chants from the staff while a waiter “brands” the steak. What’s the purpose of this? Well, we’re not exactly sure. But, it makes for a nice photo opportunity!

    The steak that is plated is a MS9+ Australian Purebred Wagyu Tomahawk. According to the Meatery, Australian wagyu is about 93.75% Wagyu genetics or higher. So, it’s a tasty treat and will probably melt in your mouth. Bottle service is 2021 anyways.

  • Get Some Luxurious Treatments From Qua Baths & Spa

    Qua Baths & Spa provides amazing packages that encompass wellness, physical health, skin care and more into a few hours of pure luxurious self-treatment.

    Depending on what type of treatment you get, many of the massages, facials and spa packages range between $200 -to-$500. The packages increase in price if you decide to get additions such as hot stones, scalp treatments, etc.

    A $1,000 is more than enough to give yourself a hefty dose of TLC at Qua Baths & Spa. This over-the-top spa will give you a full experience that will help with your mental wellness and physical being. Celebrities attend this spa from around the world, so join this world of indulgence that will make you feel great.

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    Qua Spa at Caesars Palace Las Vegas is one of many luxury day spas on the strip where you can purchase a pass for a relaxing visit, massage or facial treatment. This spa was beautiful and large but did not offer co-ed space and seemed lacking on customer service in general. Far from a bad experience, this was fine if its convenient and you’re a frequent spa guest. If you plan to have one luxury spa experience in Vegas, there are better options. #vegas #lasvegas #vegasstarfish #quaspa #caesarspalace #vegasspa #luxuryspa #spaexperience #vegasexperience #luxurytravel #vegaslocal #vegasstrip #thingstodoinvegas

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  • Indulge In Omakase!

    What is Omakase, you may ask? Omakase is a Japanese way of being served. Omakase quite literally means, “I leave it up to you,” according to Sushi Umi’s website. Essentially, a chef curates a coursed-out menu for you, and it’s an intimate dining experience that takes you on a culinary adventure. The chef creates the menu and usually explains their inspiration for the dish.

    Along with being an experience, it’s also usually expensive with may omakase dinners ranging between $150 and up. In Las Vegas, one of the most famous spots for this type of dining is Kame Omakase.

    The signature omakase will cost you $500 per person and the premium option is $350. There are two time slots available each night, and it’s between the time of 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m., according to the restaurant’s website.

    Omakase dinners usually serve fresh sashimi, expensive cuts of meat and fish such as controversial blue fin tuna, high-quality sea urchins, sweet shrimp and more. It’s the type of dinner that you never forget.

  • Have A Wedding

    In Las Vegas, you can throw a beautiful wedding for just $1,000. There are many budget-friendly wedding packages available throughout different casinos.

    For example, at the One Love Wedding Chapel, which is where Kourtney Kardashian and Travis Barker threw a faux-wedding, the most budget-friendly package starts at $99! The most expensive package is $800, which includes a limo ride.

    The Little White Wedding Chapel. another famous chapel that had many celebrity appearances, has packages that start at $150. The Tunnel of Love Extravaganza is around $225 while the Pink Cadillac and Gazebo Ceremony are both $150.

    $1,000 in Las Vegas can give you a wedding and a honeymoon all in one! You can spend the rest of the money you have on a great dinner, spa nights, a hotel stay, sweet concert tickets and more!

  • Get Those Epic Tickets At MSG Sphere

    Just imagine how amazing a show at the MSG Sphere is. This state-of-the-art venue elevates a regular concert-going experience and pushes the boundaries of the human senses. Phish currently has a residency at the MSG Sphere. But, there is guarantee to be more concert and event announcements.

    Another upcoming event we’re excited for is the Mexican Independence Day fight card at the MSG Sphere. During a press conference, Dana White said this upcoming fight at the Sphere will be, “the greatest live combat sports show anybody has ever seen.”

    So from concerts to live sporting events, seeing a show at the MSG Sphere seems pretty life changing. This venue changes the parameters of what we throught live entertainment could be. So, $1,000 could give you a pair of awe-inducing seats! Just for reference, a pair of Phish tickets are going for just over $1,000.

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