Friday Fun - Vegas Vibes

Andy Gladstone
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April 14, 2023

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It's finally arrived (almost). Atlassian Team '23 will be taking place in the City of Lights this coming week. Las Vegas is an iconic city, portrayed in so many books, movies, TV shows, plays and songs. Yet it is less than 100 years old.

There are so many sights and sounds that will conjure up thoughts of Las Vegas.

The famous Vegas skyline - ever changing and evolving as the massive hotels are built, demolished, redesigned and relaunched. Even the Empire has started construction on the third death star!

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And even though the nickname is the City of Lights, many people make it to Las Vegas but never see the outside of a hotel, conference center or casino.

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With all of the hype around Team '23, I have a lot of Vegas on my mind. But in this case, I don't think it will be a case of What Happens in Vegas Stays in Vegas - the content will be out of this world!

What comes to your mind when you think of Vegas? Post a comment and a picture in the thread and let us know what your Vegas trigger is.

Viva Las Vegas, and may the odds always be in your favor!

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Andy Gladstone
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April 14, 2023

When I hear Las Vegas, the first image that comes to mind is the iconic scene from The Godfather II where Michael Corleone meets with Moe Greene and Fredo Corleone tries to defend Moe against the family. It's a pivotal moment in the entire saga.   

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April 14, 2023

What happens in Vegas gets posted to Community! 🙃

@Andy Gladstone - when I think of Vegas, I think of nightlife and food.

While I don't go out as much for nightlife, I still search for coffee and bites at all hours. Two highlights:

  • 🥟 The dim sum options in Vegas have gotten better and better in the last 10 years - there's a Din Tai Fung location there! (on-Strip, at Aria)
  • 🍜 Until COVID hit, there was a 24-hour pho spot! It's still open, but closes for maybe 2-3 hours during the super early hours: Pho Kim Long (off-Strip, at 4029 Spring Mountain Rd.)
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Andy Gladstone
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April 14, 2023

@Dave Liao I could have totally predicted this will be a Dim Sum post! You need to post a pic of you eating some dim sum (pun intended) from Vegas.

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April 14, 2023

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Esther Strom
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April 14, 2023

This will be my first time in Vegas, so right now everything I know comes from movies. Honestly, this is what I think of when I think of Las Vegas 😁

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April 15, 2023

Love the Ocean series but the first as the best!

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Andy Gladstone
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April 15, 2023

Amazing how young they all look!

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crouhana April 18, 2023

I feel old!

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April 14, 2023

In residence concerts!

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Krimo Khermane
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It's amazing how we often forget that certain movies and shows were filmed in unexpected locations. For instance, did you know that Miss Congeniality 2, starring Sandra Bullock, was actually filmed in the Venetian?

Check out this clip for a trip down memory lane:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YS5iV10Gwy0

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April 14, 2023

Oddly, that is one that I know has been on so many channels, but I have never seen. I just think I have a mental block where I want Sandra Bullock to remain the girl from Speed for me forever.

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Krimo Khermane
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I understand the struggle. For me, it's when Sandra speaks fluent German.
Looking at this, I couldn't stop laughing while Sandra schooled him in German, but poor Jimmy had no clue what was going on. And you won't learn THIS from me. 😂


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Irv_N7Wy2N0

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@Andy Gladstone use the Netflix or Prime App – download Miss Congeniality 1+2 on your phone or tablet. And watch it while flying to Vegas.

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Esther Strom
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April 14, 2023

I might have to do that, too, and I've seen both! This is still one of the things that can make me gigglesnort!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-BNwiqDGz5g

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April 15, 2023

And she is absolutely right. And when TikTok gets a hold of this, I bet they'll mix it up with Miley Cyrus' "Flowers" for that extra layer! 🎶🌸

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Kristján Geir Mathiesen
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The sign:

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Also the dice and poker chips:

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I believe I went there when I was 8 years old and the dice and poker chips kind of stuck in  my mind :)

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Andy Gladstone
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@Kristján Geir Mathiesen fun fact, that sign is NOT in Las Vegas. 

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April 14, 2023

Hahaha, oh boy. I guess I am heading to Clark County on Monday...  :)

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April 14, 2023

I'm with @Dan Breyen on this one and it is definitely the residencies (concerts) and the shows. I have seen so many residencies in Las Vegas I could not even count them including Celine Dion, Elton John, Wayne Newton, Rod Stewart, Sting, and most recently Maroon5 and Tesla! I've also seen almost all the Cirque du Soleil's and Blue Man Group many times.

I'll miss you all in Vegas since I can no longer attend, but have some fun for me and I'll see you next year for sure! 

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April 14, 2023

Same here, next year!

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Andy Gladstone
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@Summer_Hogan that's a lot of time spent in Vegas! The only one I ever saw from your list was BMG, and in NYC.

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April 17, 2023

Yes @Andy Gladstone - I've been to Vegas probably 40-50 times in my life and I lived there when I was a teenager when my father was stationed at Nellis AFB. 

@Monique vdB - sorry you could not attend either. I had to cancel at the last minute due to a family issue so I can relate! I'm glad I'm not the only one! 

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I hope you all have an amazing time! 🎉

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Not as amazing as we would have without our Commander in Chief on the Online Community. I'll have an extra beer for you @Monique vdB

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TimmyLikesRockMusic April 14, 2023

Chips, dice, lights, and sounds. I had the same experience as @Kristján Geir Mathiesen 

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Party time!! that's what I think of :) can't wait to see everyone in Vegas <3

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April 14, 2023

When I think of @Cassie Mayes + Vegas I immediately think of...

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LOL, an epic video!!!! Love it.

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April 14, 2023

Circus Circus was one of the first places I visited in my many trips while I was living in Southern California. Provided by atrapalo.com.mx

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I've experienced Fremont Street where gambling first began, and let me tell you, it was a wild ride. Live music, dancing, impersonators, and flashy lights are everywhere. And let's not forget the thrill of watching Slotzilla Ziplines fly above you – a true Las Vegas experience.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ilm8LxfgbkY

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Ice Hockey, especially now that they have a pro hockey team.  

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April 15, 2023

Amazing 😍🤩. 

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I so wish I could be there with everyone to enjoy team 23 and all of the great times that I know will be had. From my last summit in Vegas...

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I think of the buzzing night life and the chaos of the strip. Sensory overload!

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I was one of those people who didn't make it out of the resort last year. But what a buzz it was and looking forward to this edition so much! Seems the death star has come quite a long way since last year. This was the view I had from my room 12 months ago:

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Rachel McDonald April 18, 2023

THAT'S NO MOON!!

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April 16, 2023

The movies that this city inspires.

 

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Deniro in Casino was amazing!

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April 16, 2023

cant wait 

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April 16, 2023

My first - and thus far only in-person - Atlassian Summit in Las Vegas in 2019.

As I'm not a frequent traveler, this was quite the experience for me.

"Sin City" on the other hand also is so superficial and artificial, kind of an adult Disneyland.

And yes, all of the answers above and below about Las Vegas in the movies ...

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Rama krishna April 19, 2023

Happy Summit!

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April 18, 2023

Cassie Mayes is crushing this booth!!! 

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April 18, 2023

Agreed! The booth this year is BEYOND!

Eddie Jauregui April 18, 2023

Cassie walked me through this and my the Vegas VIBES dope! 

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Rachel McDonald April 18, 2023

THE NEON SIGN MUSEUM!!!

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April 18, 2023

It's nice seeing all of the vendors!

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Ilkka Kiiskinen April 18, 2023

Viva Las Vegas!

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April 19, 2023

Happy Summit to all!!!!

A special thank-you to Nic - Atlassian Community

Katie Zavhorodnia_Appfire April 20, 2023

Hey, really nice write-up, @Andy Gladstone for those community dwellers who couldn't attend! To get a bite of the spirit 😍


Happy Teaming for everyone up there!!

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