You guys are very lucky to have each other for support. I retired at 62 and in order to survive on SS I purchased land and building a off grid cabin to be rent free. I do everything myself but it's worth it to me to live in the mountains and forest. Good luck, Mike
Wow...that sounds awesome! More and more lately I'd love to be on Gilligan's Island to get away from all the craziness! Good for you for living the dream.
I think you had shared that with us before, Mike - and all I can say is, can we move in next door sometime lol? Oh wait...that defeats the purpose of having a cabin in the woods away from everybody... Seriously though, that is so admirable, what you have done.
Dale and Paula, yes there are many Vegas vloggers. However, my wife and I just got back from Las Vegas yesterday and we walked around for 3 days enjoying our time very much, but found ourselves hoping to run into you. Never really talked about any other Vegas channel. There are many Vegas channels, but no one has the quality that you two do. Thank you for being you. Keep up the great work! On another note, we happened to drive by Batistas Italian Restaurant and decided to try it for dinner a few nights ago. We loved the history there and the menu concept. I believe many of your viewers would enjoy a video from your point of view at that restaurant.
Oh Justin, such a nice note - and a dozen people agreed with you! We have the BEST community, we are forever grateful. We would have loved to run into you as well...we love random meetups. Funny about Battista's...we had plans to vlog it a while ago, I had gone and filmed the outside during the day, made reservations, and then something came up and we had to cancel. It is SO Old Vegas, we definitely have to get back there!
Thank you so much - we have been here a long time, so we tend to notice things that a first time visitor to a particular property might not see. We are glad you like that! 😊
It's so much Vegas content out there and I watch a lot of it but everyone has their own style so don't change what you're doing too much. There is so many new things happening in Vegas this year and I want to see it all so I will be here there and everywhere. No one tells the history like you do Dale.
Paula Congratulations on retirement, and Doug great job learning to edit and continue to learn new tricks and things to up your production value. I did video production and editing in high school and went to college for video construction and over t he years it is a lot to keep up with all t he new techniques and software. keep up the great job and have a very happy new year.
Thank you so much for the kind wishes and compliments - it definitely requires you to keep learning and checking for new tools and techniques...but it keeps him young!
After living in Vegas for 30 years, I finally went to Boulder City and it was wonderful! I had the best time in all the antique stores and boutiques. We had lunch there and continued shopping for hours. What a treat that was and can't wait to go back!
we are so alike re hotels i too love parkmgm i get offers for all mgm properties and always choose parkmgm the logistics are second to none i love how easy it is get in and out get to pool get to tram and so many food options just outside the hotel and the grocery store just outside too whats not to like about the park oh and NO SMOKING.... stay safe u2. ps scotland might not be too far away with retirement paula....
I love your videos! Most of the content creators are younger adults with advice and content that's in tune with that age group. As an older visitor who comes to Vegas frequently I really enjoy your perspective and advice. It is more in line with my agenda. Thank you!
Thanks for a fun show! Congrats Paula on your soon-to-be-retirement! If I could have one show return again it would be Caesar's Magical Empire. I was fortunate enough to see it twice. It was an amazing experience: lots of magic and a dinner. It closed in 2003 for the-then 'new' Colosseum.
Congratulations Paula! Enjoy every minute of it. It’s worth it to enjoy life, especially in Vegas! I wish you and Dale all the best in the new year 2023 and more.
During our stay in Las Vegas, we joined House Seats and were blessed with tickets to shows by joining this club. We were able to experience so many great shows and great seats. We still have an idle membership since we bought our subscription for years ahead. After you retire, this could open up an opportunity to see shows. This is just a suggestion for idle time. Have Fun!
Thoroughly enjoyed all your comments and experiences. I look forward to experiencing some of the restaurants and places you mentioned. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and insights.
Loved the video. Paula, congratulations on your retirement, part 2! Lol. I can’t wait for your new channel to drop. Thanks for all the hard work you and Dale do. It’s very appreciated.
Enjoy your retirement, Paula. Never have seen Tonopah, except at 2 in the morning. Headed to Reno. Got a speeding ticket for going 5 mph over the limit. The officer said,'Not in my town, you don't'. So yes it would be interesting to see things outside of Vegas.
I agree with Dale. The Luxor used to be amazing. I never visited Vegas back then but I've seen videos and pictures and it just looks like it would've been an amazing experience. I still like staying there and I still feel like it gives you some transportation to another world. But nothing like it used to be. I will always be a part of this channel We love you guys and enjoy watching you each week. I loved dale saying "im old and i live in Vegas". Has Dale always been the comedian? Thank you guys for your channel and keep coming. Jason
Hey Jason - YES, ever since I met Dale, he had. me in stitches with his quick wit, one liners, and impressions...OMG you should have heard the impressions back in the day! He has settled down since then, we don't get those funny nuggets nearly as often.
Dale and Paula We love your channel We are also retired and would love to have new friends since we moved here I’d be glad to get you a room for a staycation if you send me a message You both are so much fun!! Would enjoy meeting you guys!
Paula congratulations on your retirement! Big thumbs up to you both for your hard work, on your entertaining, positive, & informative videos. Agree, miss the Monte Carlo. Mom, (God rest her soul), and I's favorite.
OMG! I absolutely loved EFX. I forgot all about that show! Michael Crawford was absolutely amazing and I used to have the soundtrack too!!! I loved Michael Crawford in The Phantom on Broadway. He’s also in the movie, Hello Dolly, with Barbara Streisand!
Ohh yes we know - we have been Michael Crawford fans since his Hello Dolly days, and had the great pleasure of seeing him in concert with a full orchestra, in addition to EFX. We have listened to the Phantom soundtrack countless times, with him and Sara Brightman. Magnificent.
@@ymoralesesq I should have said, even though we never saw it with Michael and Sara, we did in fact see the Phantom, probably 20 times total! When it was here, at the Venetian, we saw it probably 15 times...
Yay!!!! This is so cool that you will be having your own TH-cam Cooking Channel Paula. I’ll definitely be there! 😊 I’m ready for your 2023 vlogs… which happen to have the best LV content and more. Thank you…..
Interesting about on Friday is not suppose to be in my comment. Sorry ! Looking forward to your new adventures after Paula retires ! God's blessings to you & your family always !! Enjoy every minute of your "getaway" !!!
I did not know you were getting up at 4:30 for work. That does explain how you were getting an early start on Sunday mornings. 6:30 is not early when the alarm usually goes off at 4:30. I’ll definitely sign up for Paula’s Kitchen. Once I’m settled in Las Vegas I’m going to prepare a couple of your recipes most months. I’d like to see more of LV and more things to do off the strip (if there is enough to show - plenty of restaurants). Virginia City is Fun and full of history. So is Genoa. Much more to NV than the Strip. Virginia City is terrific and rich with history. I have loved living in SoCal the past 40 years. The beauty and choices of things to do are endless. Unfortunately decisions made in Sacramento the past 70 years are costing us in every way you can name. So, reluctantly, it’s time for me to write a new chapter and yet remain close enough to Calif to visit my family often. So viva Las Vegas! This has been a delightful video. Thank you for sharing so much time and information. Happy congratulations on retirement, Paula. Next chapters are exciting.
Thank YOU, Shelley, for sharing a bit about yourself - and we totally 100% understand your rationale for moving here to Las Vegas. You are not alone - literally thousands have left CA and moved here for the exact same reasons. We would truly go live closer to our granddaughter if not for the exorbitant cost of living there. Anyway, thanks for watching us, and for wanting to make some of the recipes I featured - you won't be disappointed! As for VC and Genoa...OMG we have spent SO much time up there, but it was before our vlogging days...we would absolutely love to branch out, away from the Strip, and do more of the historical stuff like that.
Congratulations Paula. That is awesome. And great answers to all the questions. And love your going to do the Paula’s Kitchen channel. That will be great. 🎉🎉❤
So happy for you Paula. Retirement will give you so much time to enjoy your life. As far as living in Vegas, we lived in Royal Highlands in Southern Highlands (very close to you) for 4 years. We loved that area. We then moved to Henderson into a beautiful apartment for 2 years until CoVid issues caused a desire to move back East. We miss our time in Vegas, but family connections drew us back home. We fly to California when we want to see our 6 out of the 11 grandchildren. Life is Short! Enjoy your Granddaughter as much as you can. After living in Vegas, We concluded Henderson was our favorite area near MacDonald Ranch.
That was the best fifty minutes I've spent in a long time! Thank you for another great video. Dale, as for the boots you buy, buy what you want and like, don't worry about the comments you received, haters will hate as kids say today. Mike
Enjoyed watching today. Can’t wait to see the new adventures! Love the history from you guys who honestly love Las Vegas with real memories and knowledge ❤.
Thank you Tricia - and that alone is what makes us different from all the other TH-cam channels. We honestly love this town, and we do have real history here. 🥰
Really enjoyed all the info and thanks for revisiting some of the info I had forgotten all about! A video about the Reno/Tahoe/Virginia City area would be great. The quality of your filming and editing would make a beautiful trip out of it, especially Lake Tahoe.
We agree - that is some gorgeous subject matter, isn't it?? I hope we get there this year, it would be just wonderful to film that area and talk about its great history.
Great video! You mentioning the Mob Museum prompts this question, have you two been to the Atomic Museum? It is quite interesting and offers a window into the Las Vegas of the 1950's and 60's. With regard to picking a show to at any time in history, I noticed that he didn't answer that question, but I'm going to take a stab at what his answer would be. Dale would set the time machine for 1960, and upon arrival he would head to The Sands to see "The Rat Pack."
Well in truth, we filmed the Q&A in the middle of last week (so Dale would have time to edit it and add the extra stuff), and we didn't have that question at the time. I am sure he'd say the Rat Pack, because it is his everlasting regret that he never saw his idol Dean Martin in concert. And YES! We have been to the Atomic Museum, and even better, we boarded the bus and went out in the desert to Frenchman's Flat and the area where the bombs were tested out in the desert. It was a day trip, and truly one of the most awesome things we have ever done in Las Vegas! No filming, no phones, so we just have our memories and a souvenir book we bought at the museum...but wow.
Glad you like them, Ben - we sure don't do them often, they're pretty rare. Our son recommended a channel name "Paula's Kitchen and Dale's DIY". What do you think lol?
A lot of great information. First off congratulations on ur retirement Paula!! That's great news that ur going to continue Paula's kitchen. Dale u buy the boots u want and don't worry about what other people think u should do. I enjoy watching each vlog you make. I re-watched them as well. Keep them coming!! All the best to you both!! Thanks for sharing your talents with us!!
Squeal! Sp glad you are finally retiring Paula! Now you won't have to get up so early and i can't wait to see 'where' (edit) life takes you now. . AND you are starting a cooking channel?!?! All of this is excellent news for you and us. So happy for you both. Wee... :)
I loved this ❤ My favorite part is your overall openness, authenticity and vulnerability. Thank you for being honest about your feelings and not faking things in the often-false world of social media. Paula, you’re so blessed to be married to such a sensitive guy. My husband is the same way. Men who aren’t afraid to experience and share their feelings are an absolute gem. Looking forward to sharing in all your future endeavors, channels and content 😊
Oh Erin, such a nice note, thank you...and yes with us, I think you know (since you were probably one of our very first subscribers) that what you see is what you get. I'm so glad you appreciate Dale's emotional nature...it's a trait to be treasured, for sure.
This was a wonderful video. It was from the heart, and not once did it feel too lengthy. In fact, I was wanting more. Forget about casinos, hotels, and eating establishments... I could listen to you reminiscing of 'the good ol' days' for hours! 🫠
Aww Mike, such a nice comment! I believe you - seriously, I could listen to Dale reminisce about the old days for hours too (matter of fact, I have lol)!
Congratulations Paula on your retirement! Really enjoyed this Q&A. Lots of good information. You two have the best vlogs, in my opinion. Looking forward to your future adventures. Stay well❤
I love Vegas history and I would absolutely purchase Dale’s book whenever he gets the time to write it! I would love to hear your stories. And btw, I love Dan Post boots and always shop at the Boot Barn! Good for you, Dale! God bless you both for all your efforts sharing Vegas with all of your loyal subscribers! 😉👍❤️🌴🌴🌴🌴🌴
Congratulations Paula 🎊 👏 💐 Can't wait to see your upcoming adventures this year. Thank you for your hard work and dedication. I would love to see a segment called Dale's Story Time..or something like that. I'm sure you have so many wonderful stories to tell. 😉
Aww thanks so much - we too can't wait to see what the year brings. Different is good, and I think it's gonna be different! Dale's Story Time...OMG stay tuned, maybe I can get him to do that now and then...
I watched all the way to the end. Congratulations to Paula on retirement this time around. The funny part is that when you were answering the question about hidden gems, I immediately thought about Nora's and Capo's, and then you guys named those exact two places. That amazed me.
@@paulamckenzie Another place that I thought of a few hours after I watched your video is Firefly Tapas Kitchen & Bar on Paradise. I don't know if I would ever have found that place if someone hadn't recommended it to me back in 2014. Just as with Nora's, Firefly moved a few blocks within a year or two of me discovering it. I have since recommended Firefly to a number of people, and everybody has loved it.
Concerning the weather and best time to do Vegas. I think it depends where you are coming from. If you are coming from someplace like Minnesota, Vegas is good almost anytime. A 55 degree day in January feels great when you are coming from snow and sub-zero temps. I love the Summer heat, but when it gets above 105 you have to be careful not to overdo. I find it's very easy to get dehydrated pretty much any time of year. I always carry lip balm, and try to drink something regularly during the day.
My sister and I stayed at the Monte Carlo many times and loved it. We loved the fountain area. The rooms were good sized. It was nice having a inexpensive food court, and rates were reasonable. I have been to The Park only the first week it was open and things were still not done but had lost the food court and a much more formal atmosphere.
Y’all deserve everything good in life and to enjoy. We’re 62 and trying to sort out our next 5 to 10 years god willing and prioritize what’s truly important and brings us joy
Paula we retired a year ago & its fun and different 👍😻🎉. Congrats to you🥳. Come over to the homey side of TH-cam with the cooks & crafters like me 😆. Your hard work is appreciated. Tell Dale to try the slots again at El Cortez 😉. Weekday traveling is waay cheaper and enjoy your girls trip.🍀⭐⭐🍸
OMG...absolutely loved this video!!! I’m so happy for you Paula on your upcoming retirement. Thank you for answering so honestly with all questions. I could listen and listen!! Have a great relaxing time in Arizona.❤😘
Hi guys! There’s so much I want to say! Haha! I missed the part about Paula not retiring last Summer but I’m so thankful it will be happening very soon for you! And yes, let’s pray to economy gets better soon! Super fun to hear about your time working at Luxor and eating in the basement buffet! 😅 We ate at Nora’s on our last trip there and we loved it so much! The service, ambiance, and food was so good! I don’t think we would ever go to The Olive Garden again once we live there because it just doesn’t compare haha! So sorry your old neighborhood was not a good area anymore. Your house was sure beautiful. I’m so glad you’re loving the area you are in now! 💖
Hi there Christa - and thank you for watching this one, it was a marathon!! Thanks too for the retirement wishes...I just went grocery shopping, and these days I go back and forth between anger and dismay over the price of everything, sheesh...gonna be interesting to be retired and see how that works out lol. OK so now I need to go to Nora's, you have totally made me hungry! I actually have a gift card for it, I think I need to treat myself to lunch before I leave work, what do you think? And no worries on the old neighborhood - things do change, and it's OK that we left. We loved it, we got everything out of living in that lovely house with the pool and yard, for 17 years, and that's a long time. Where we are now has a lot to recommend it as well. We look forward to welcoming you and the fam to Vegas later this year! 🥰
I loved the boot video! I can’t wait to visit that store when we’re in town❤. Congratulations, Paula on your retirement and I’m looking forward to the cooking channel 😊
Thank you two for doing this Q&A! You two are such a lovely duo! 💛Thank you for the time energy you put in towards creating such quality and informative content! Your Vegas videos make me excited to revisit - always so much to see/do/eat! 😅 we look forward to checking out Red Rock Canyon, the Arts District, and all the other cool off-strip places! Keep up the wonderful work! 👍 And congrats on your retirement, Paula! 🎉🥂wishing you both the very best!
What a great vlog! So informative, and we also love the Old Vegas. We stay downtown, we’re not ones for being out on the strip. Been going to Vegas since early 80s. Binions had a snack bar that had the best pinto beans and cornbread ever. I know they have one now but it’s not the same to me. Enjoy your retirement Paula, and looking forward to your cooking channel.
You know when you know, retirement is a big step, you have it all lined up now. Thank you for the q and a, we learn so much. Let us know about Paula's kitchen and we will join in. I've noticed other vloggers have separate channels for different subjects. No more up at silly o'clock...you can focus on your trips at your pace. Enjoy your new chapter in your lives. Dales life will be easier also. So pleased, looking forward to next weeks content.
Congratulations on your retirement take 2 😁 Any content you do is loved and appreciated. It doesn’t matter a bit that other vloggers may have done it, they aren’t you 🥰
Oh Kathleen, thank you - we really try NOT to look at the other channels, because we honestly don't want to be influenced by them, or their subject matter. There obviously is a lot of overlap (the town isn't that big), but we do try to do things in a unique way. Say hi to our best gal Brynn! 🥰
Thats soo cool to hear you loved Monte Carlo, we did too I love that Park MGM is n on smoking too. Stayed there quite a few times. Your not alone Dale, hey I wear my heart on my sleeve as well. Great video fun and entertaining information good to hear about your retirement Paula!
Wonderful video Paula and Dale! We view your videos entirely. Aw Dale, I will SOOOOO miss Texas Station also. 😭 My fave 'local'. (We're in San Diego County.)
Thank you, Sandy - we love that you watch til the end! Now don't get Dale started on that whole Texas and Fiesta topic...he just can't get over it lol!
You guys are amazing. Thank you so much for all your wonderful work bringing Vegas to the world every single week. We live vicariously through your experiences and you both were one of the key positives of our weeks throughout the pandemic. Congrats on your impending retirement, Paula. Wishing you many happy years of enjoyment as you embark on the exciting new journey that awaits. And by the way, if that journey happens to bring you both back across the Atlantic to Scotland, please consider a visit to Ireland where we would love to play host in our beautiful country. Best wishes from Patrick and James 🇮🇪
Well hi, and isn't this just the nicest note? Thank you so much, for the kind words - and we love to hear that we helped make those dark pandemic days a little brighter! You did that for us too, and I mean that. 😊 Would LOVE to visit Ireland, and take you up on that amazing offer!
Great conversation! I too miss the old Monte Carlo, but I still stay at the Park when I am in town. They did a nice job. dale, when Paula is out of town, I'd gladly swing in for a steak and a beer with ya!
Joe and I can't wait for the videos of the other places in Nevada...so we can start planning our next trip 😜. Always love the videos....keep them coming 🤩
Be sure to do your homework before going to Disneyland. It can be very frustrating if you are unaware of all the Disney phone apps, reservations, virtual queues, crowds, etc. lt is NOT the old Disneyland you may remember!
I am aware of that, because we follow a number of TH-cam channels that feature a lot of Disneyland and Disney World content. Luckily, my daughter-in-law loves the place, is a season pass holder, and she is going to get me all set up well before the big day!
You guys are very lucky to have each other for support. I retired at 62 and in order to survive on SS I purchased land and building a off grid cabin to be rent free. I do everything myself but it's worth it to me to live in the mountains and forest. Good luck, Mike
Wow...that sounds awesome! More and more lately I'd love to be on Gilligan's Island to get away from all the craziness! Good for you for living the dream.
I think you had shared that with us before, Mike - and all I can say is, can we move in next door sometime lol? Oh wait...that defeats the purpose of having a cabin in the woods away from everybody...
Seriously though, that is so admirable, what you have done.
@@Hossrocky Dale is right there with ya!
Hope you enjoy your retirement!
Ohh my goodness, thank you so much! That is so kind of you - and not for the first time either! 🥰
Dale and Paula, yes there are many Vegas vloggers. However, my wife and I just got back from Las Vegas yesterday and we walked around for 3 days enjoying our time very much, but found ourselves hoping to run into you. Never really talked about any other Vegas channel. There are many Vegas channels, but no one has the quality that you two do. Thank you for being you. Keep up the great work! On another note, we happened to drive by Batistas Italian Restaurant and decided to try it for dinner a few nights ago. We loved the history there and the menu concept. I believe many of your viewers would enjoy a video from your point of view at that restaurant.
Oh Justin, such a nice note - and a dozen people agreed with you! We have the BEST community, we are forever grateful. We would have loved to run into you as well...we love random meetups. Funny about Battista's...we had plans to vlog it a while ago, I had gone and filmed the outside during the day, made reservations, and then something came up and we had to cancel. It is SO Old Vegas, we definitely have to get back there!
There are a lot of vloggers out there, but your perspective is different. I love how you focus on the intricate details of each property
Thank you so much - we have been here a long time, so we tend to notice things that a first time visitor to a particular property might not see. We are glad you like that! 😊
It's so much Vegas content out there and I watch a lot of it but everyone has their own style so don't change what you're doing too much. There is so many new things happening in Vegas this year and I want to see it all so I will be here there and everywhere. No one tells the history like you do Dale.
You guys are the best and congratulations Paula on finally retiring! Thanks!
Thank you so much, Rena, that's so kind of you!! 🥰🥰
I would echo the comments about the quality of your vlogs. They really stand out against the others. Keep up the good work.😀👍
Thank you Mary - we know you are always out there watching, no matter what the subject! 😊
Welcome to Arizona! I hope you have a fabulous time across town from me. :)
Well thank you for the gas money, Alain! 😊 We could only stay the weekend, so we are back home now.
We sure did! And we will be back...thanks for the tip! :)
Paula Congratulations on retirement, and Doug great job learning to edit and continue to learn new tricks and things to up your production value. I did video production and editing in high school and went to college for video construction and over t he years it is a lot to keep up with all t he new techniques and software. keep up the great job and have a very happy new year.
Thank you so much for the kind wishes and compliments - it definitely requires you to keep learning and checking for new tools and techniques...but it keeps him young!
Sunday greetings . You both are so awesome and genuine. If you don’t love Dale and Paula you don’t have a pulse . Great video and great channel 😎😎😎
I can’t wait to add Paula’s Kitchen to the lineup!! And big congrats on your RE-retirement!! Well deserved ❤
Thank you so much! 🥰
After living in Vegas for 30 years, I finally went to Boulder City and it was wonderful! I had the best time in all the antique stores and boutiques. We had lunch there and continued shopping for hours. What a treat that was and can't wait to go back!
This comment made our day!!!! We are so glad you discovered what a great little getaway it is! 🥰
We love your videos. Your videos are different than the others. You cover new and different things. Keep up the great work.
Aww thank you - comments like yours inspire us! 😊
we are so alike re hotels i too love parkmgm i get offers for all mgm properties and always choose parkmgm the logistics are second to none i love how easy it is get in and out get to pool get to tram and so many food options just outside the hotel and the grocery store just outside too whats not to like about the park oh and NO SMOKING.... stay safe u2. ps scotland might not be too far away with retirement paula....
I love your videos! Most of the content creators are younger adults with advice and content that's in tune with that age group. As an older visitor who comes to Vegas frequently I really enjoy your perspective and advice. It is more in line with my agenda. Thank you!
This is such a lovely comment, thank you for taking the time to write!
Thanks for a fun show! Congrats Paula on your soon-to-be-retirement! If I could have one show return again it would be Caesar's Magical Empire. I was fortunate enough to see it twice. It was an amazing experience: lots of magic and a dinner. It closed in 2003 for the-then 'new' Colosseum.
Hi Jill! We too went to Caesars Magical Empire, and it was amazing - I remember our son loved it!
what a great video!!!!
To many informations, news and all about Vegas!!!!
You the best!!!!!
Thank you Fernando, for watching such a long video! 🥰
Congratulations Paula! Enjoy every minute of it. It’s worth it to enjoy life, especially in Vegas! I wish you and Dale all the best in the new year 2023 and more.
Come to Oklahoma....lots of land,cattle & horses!!!
But…you sent that photo of the winter 🥶 weather, and I think that’s a no…☺️
During our stay in Las Vegas, we joined House Seats and were blessed with tickets to shows by joining this club. We were able to experience so many great shows and great seats. We still have an idle membership since we bought our subscription for years ahead. After you retire, this could open up an opportunity to see shows. This is just a suggestion for idle time. Have Fun!
Thoroughly enjoyed all your comments and experiences. I look forward to experiencing some of the restaurants and places you mentioned. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and insights.
And thank YOU for watching this one! 😊
Loved the video. Paula, congratulations on your retirement, part 2! Lol. I can’t wait for your new channel to drop. Thanks for all the hard work you and Dale do. It’s very appreciated.
Thank YOU, Melissa, for always watching! I love that, Retirement, part 2!
Enjoy your retirement, Paula. Never have seen Tonopah, except at 2 in the morning. Headed to Reno. Got a speeding ticket for going 5 mph over the limit. The officer said,'Not in my town, you don't'. So yes it would be interesting to see things outside of Vegas.
OMG I always knew Tonopah was a speed trap, but just reading this got my dander up! I hate speed traps!!
I agree with Dale. The Luxor used to be amazing. I never visited Vegas back then but I've seen videos and pictures and it just looks like it would've been an amazing experience. I still like staying there and I still feel like it gives you some transportation to another world. But nothing like it used to be.
I will always be a part of this channel We love you guys and enjoy watching you each week.
I loved dale saying "im old and i live in Vegas".
Has Dale always been the comedian?
Thank you guys for your channel and keep coming.
Jason
Hey Jason - YES, ever since I met Dale, he had. me in stitches with his quick wit, one liners, and impressions...OMG you should have heard the impressions back in the day! He has settled down since then, we don't get those funny nuggets nearly as often.
Dale and Paula
We love your channel
We are also retired and would love to have new friends since we moved here
I’d be glad to get you a room for a staycation if you send me a message
You both are so much fun!! Would enjoy meeting you guys!
Great news Paula! A dream is a wish your heart ❤️ makes. Have fun at Disney.
Thank you! Haven’t been in years, so I’m very much looking forward to it. 😊
Paula and Dale - we ❤ you with our whole hearts!!
Paula congratulations on your retirement! Big thumbs up to you both for your hard work, on your entertaining, positive, & informative videos.
Agree, miss the Monte Carlo. Mom, (God rest her soul), and I's favorite.
Thank you so much, we appreciate such a lovely compliment.
OMG! I absolutely loved EFX. I forgot all about that show! Michael Crawford was absolutely amazing and I used to have the soundtrack too!!! I loved Michael Crawford in The Phantom on Broadway. He’s also in the movie, Hello Dolly, with Barbara Streisand!
Ohh yes we know - we have been Michael Crawford fans since his Hello Dolly days, and had the great pleasure of seeing him in concert with a full orchestra, in addition to EFX. We have listened to the Phantom soundtrack countless times, with him and Sara Brightman. Magnificent.
@@paulamckenzie My favorite Broadway show!
@@ymoralesesq I should have said, even though we never saw it with Michael and Sara, we did in fact see the Phantom, probably 20 times total! When it was here, at the Venetian, we saw it probably 15 times...
Congrats on retirement Paula! Enjoy your Disneyland trip and excited to see the diverse content in the year ahead.
Congratulations on your retirement Paula! Can't wait for the new channel!
Yay!!!!
This is so cool that you will be having your own TH-cam Cooking Channel Paula. I’ll definitely be there! 😊 I’m ready for your 2023 vlogs… which happen to have the best LV content and more. Thank you…..
Interesting about on Friday is not suppose to be in my comment. Sorry ! Looking forward to your new adventures after Paula retires ! God's blessings to you & your family always !! Enjoy every minute of your "getaway" !!!
LOL no worries, these devices have a mind of their own when we are trying to write something...and thank you for the kind wishes 😊
I did not know you were getting up at 4:30 for work. That does explain how you were getting an early start on Sunday mornings. 6:30 is not early when the alarm usually goes off at 4:30.
I’ll definitely sign up for Paula’s Kitchen. Once I’m settled in Las Vegas I’m going to prepare a couple of your recipes most months. I’d like to see more of LV and more things to do off the strip (if there is enough to show - plenty of restaurants). Virginia City is Fun and full of history. So is Genoa. Much more to NV than the Strip.
Virginia City is terrific and rich with history.
I have loved living in SoCal the past 40 years. The beauty and choices of things to do are endless. Unfortunately decisions made in Sacramento the past 70 years are costing us in every way you can name. So, reluctantly, it’s time for me to write a new chapter and yet remain close enough to Calif to visit my family often. So viva Las Vegas! This has been a delightful video. Thank you for sharing so much time and information.
Happy congratulations on retirement, Paula. Next chapters are exciting.
Thank YOU, Shelley, for sharing a bit about yourself - and we totally 100% understand your rationale for moving here to Las Vegas. You are not alone - literally thousands have left CA and moved here for the exact same reasons. We would truly go live closer to our granddaughter if not for the exorbitant cost of living there. Anyway, thanks for watching us, and for wanting to make some of the recipes I featured - you won't be disappointed!
As for VC and Genoa...OMG we have spent SO much time up there, but it was before our vlogging days...we would absolutely love to branch out, away from the Strip, and do more of the historical stuff like that.
Congratulations Paula!!! So happy for you :)
Thanks so much!
Thank you for sharing your lives and city with us! I'm surprised it wasn't mentioned, but I also enjoyed and miss Dale's road trip Vlogs.
Hey Mike! Good news - you are gonna see one this coming Sunday!
Paula likes David Cassidy too👍😍😍. Hubba hubba😆
LOL yes you and I had the same teen crushes didn't we???
Totally captivating for the full 50 minutes!
Congratulations Paula. That is awesome. And great answers to all the questions. And love your going to do the Paula’s Kitchen channel. That will be great. 🎉🎉❤
So happy for you Paula. Retirement will give you so much time to enjoy your life. As far as living in Vegas, we lived in Royal Highlands in Southern Highlands (very close to you) for 4 years. We loved that area. We then moved to Henderson into a beautiful apartment for 2 years until CoVid issues caused a desire to move back East. We miss our time in Vegas, but family connections drew us back home. We fly to California when we want to see our 6 out of the 11 grandchildren. Life is Short! Enjoy your Granddaughter as much as you can. After living in Vegas, We concluded Henderson was our favorite area near MacDonald Ranch.
I miss the Fiesta too!!!
Execellent Q&A. Congrats on your retirement!
Congrats Paula - me too this year! More time for more videos (so not so much “retirement”, just moving on to other things!)
I love this!!!! Getting to know the best couple on TH-cam a little more, is always welcomed!
Thanks so much, Erin - and yes, after 50 minutes we are guessing you maybe learned a thing or two. 😊
Congratulations on your retirement Mrs. Mackenzie and the new cooking channel. 🥳❤🥳❤
Thank you so much! 🥰
Great video! I have to agree, I miss the Monte Carlo too, especially at night, I loved the signage twinkling in the night sky
That was the best fifty minutes I've spent in a long time!
Thank you for another great video.
Dale, as for the boots you buy, buy what you want and like, don't
worry about the comments you received, haters will hate as kids say today.
Mike
what a great idea a seperate channell with pauls kitchen grats onyur retirement
Thank you Claire! We think the second channel idea is a good one...stay tuned.
Love your videos, every week I get so excited about our next trip to Vegas, bring on June!
You know it'll be here before you know it - we will keep the lights on for ya...
Enjoyed watching today. Can’t wait to see the new adventures! Love the history from you guys who honestly love Las Vegas with real memories and knowledge ❤.
Thank you Tricia - and that alone is what makes us different from all the other TH-cam channels. We honestly love this town, and we do have real history here. 🥰
Really enjoyed all the info and thanks for revisiting some of the info I had forgotten all about! A video about the Reno/Tahoe/Virginia City area would be great. The quality of your filming and editing would make a beautiful trip out of it, especially Lake Tahoe.
We agree - that is some gorgeous subject matter, isn't it?? I hope we get there this year, it would be just wonderful to film that area and talk about its great history.
Great video! You mentioning the Mob Museum prompts this question, have you two been to the Atomic Museum? It is quite interesting and offers a window into the Las Vegas of the 1950's and 60's. With regard to picking a show to at any time in history, I noticed that he didn't answer that question, but I'm going to take a stab at what his answer would be. Dale would set the time machine for 1960, and upon arrival he would head to The Sands to see "The Rat Pack."
Well in truth, we filmed the Q&A in the middle of last week (so Dale would have time to edit it and add the extra stuff), and we didn't have that question at the time. I am sure he'd say the Rat Pack, because it is his everlasting regret that he never saw his idol Dean Martin in concert.
And YES! We have been to the Atomic Museum, and even better, we boarded the bus and went out in the desert to Frenchman's Flat and the area where the bombs were tested out in the desert. It was a day trip, and truly one of the most awesome things we have ever done in Las Vegas! No filming, no phones, so we just have our memories and a souvenir book we bought at the museum...but wow.
I love the Q&As. Paula’s Kitchen TV!
Glad you like them, Ben - we sure don't do them often, they're pretty rare. Our son recommended a channel name "Paula's Kitchen and Dale's DIY". What do you think lol?
@@paulamckenzie Dale does DIY?!?
@@the_benjamin_effect lol 😂 got your attention didn’t I?
A lot of great information. First off congratulations on ur retirement Paula!! That's great news that ur going to continue Paula's kitchen. Dale u buy the boots u want and don't worry about what other people think u should do. I enjoy watching each vlog you make. I re-watched them as well. Keep them coming!! All the best to you both!! Thanks for sharing your talents with us!!
Thank YOU, Kent, for always watching, no matter what. And I love your advice to Dale - that's the way to live life!
Alles gute für die kommende Zeit unsere besten Wünsche ❤️
great vlog guys,interesting hearing some of your personal thoughts.
Thanks for watching, David 😊
Squeal! Sp glad you are finally retiring Paula! Now you won't have to get up so early and i can't wait to see 'where' (edit) life takes you now. . AND you are starting a cooking channel?!?! All of this is excellent news for you and us. So happy for you both. Wee... :)
Awww thank you so much! I still may get up at the crack of dawn lol…old habits are hard to break! 😉
@@paulamckenzie You do you. I loath the early mornings, and now that I am retired and do contract work, I sleep late. No shame, no guilt--love it. 🙂
@@Ucongold And isn't that the joy of retirement? You pick your own hours, someone else doesn't dictate them for you... 😊
Oh great,I wish a lor of success and happiness!
I loved this ❤ My favorite part is your overall openness, authenticity and vulnerability. Thank you for being honest about your feelings and not faking things in the often-false world of social media. Paula, you’re so blessed to be married to such a sensitive guy. My husband is the same way. Men who aren’t afraid to experience and share their feelings are an absolute gem. Looking forward to sharing in all your future endeavors, channels and content 😊
Oh Erin, such a nice note, thank you...and yes with us, I think you know (since you were probably one of our very first subscribers) that what you see is what you get. I'm so glad you appreciate Dale's emotional nature...it's a trait to be treasured, for sure.
35:59 hilarious!! 😂
Glad we made you laugh!
Absolutely loved the video thanks for answering my question about Elvis.
This was a wonderful video. It was from the heart, and not once did it feel too lengthy. In fact, I was wanting more. Forget about casinos, hotels, and eating establishments... I could listen to you reminiscing of 'the good ol' days' for hours! 🫠
Aww Mike, such a nice comment! I believe you - seriously, I could listen to Dale reminisce about the old days for hours too (matter of fact, I have lol)!
@@paulamckenzie 😄👍
Congratulations Paula on your retirement! Really enjoyed this Q&A. Lots of good information. You two have the best vlogs, in my opinion. Looking forward to your future adventures. Stay well❤
Thank you, Celia - lovely note 🥰
Another interesting & well done vlog ! I could watch you all day !!So informative & professional. Interesting about on Friday
Well that 50 minutes wasn't quite all day...but close lol!
I love Vegas history and I would absolutely purchase Dale’s book whenever he gets the time to write it! I would love to hear your stories. And btw, I love Dan Post boots and always shop at the Boot Barn! Good for you, Dale! God bless you both for all your efforts sharing Vegas with all of your loyal subscribers! 😉👍❤️🌴🌴🌴🌴🌴
Thank you, Doug - such a great supportive note! I’ll get after Dale about that book… 😉
Hi Paula and Dale; this was lovely. Thank you so very much. CAB😍
Congratulations on your Retirement , enjoy life with your loved ones.😘😘
Congratulations Paula 🎊 👏 💐 Can't wait to see your upcoming adventures this year. Thank you for your hard work and dedication.
I would love to see a segment called Dale's Story Time..or something like that. I'm sure you have so many wonderful stories to tell. 😉
Aww thanks so much - we too can't wait to see what the year brings. Different is good, and I think it's gonna be different! Dale's Story Time...OMG stay tuned, maybe I can get him to do that now and then...
Wow!!! best show yet....thanks!!
Well thank you! And it required very little prep lol!
I watched all the way to the end. Congratulations to Paula on retirement this time around. The funny part is that when you were answering the question about hidden gems, I immediately thought about Nora's and Capo's, and then you guys named those exact two places. That amazed me.
Hey we are just on the same wavelength, aren't we? This pleased me no end! Thank you for the kind wishes.
@@paulamckenzie Another place that I thought of a few hours after I watched your video is Firefly Tapas Kitchen & Bar on Paradise. I don't know if I would ever have found that place if someone hadn't recommended it to me back in 2014. Just as with Nora's, Firefly moved a few blocks within a year or two of me discovering it. I have since recommended Firefly to a number of people, and everybody has loved it.
@@VoteAdnanShahab You know, we have heard of it, but have never been there! That might be a terrific "hidden gem" for a future video - thanks!
Concerning the weather and best time to do Vegas. I think it depends where you are coming from. If you are coming from someplace like Minnesota, Vegas is good almost anytime. A 55 degree day in January feels great when you are coming from snow and sub-zero temps. I love the Summer heat, but when it gets above 105 you have to be careful not to overdo. I find it's very easy to get dehydrated pretty much any time of year. I always carry lip balm, and try to drink something regularly during the day.
My sister and I stayed at the Monte Carlo many times and loved it. We loved the fountain area. The rooms were good sized. It was nice having a inexpensive food court, and rates were reasonable.
I have been to The Park only the first week it was open and things were still not done but had lost the food court and a much more formal atmosphere.
Thanks Paula and Dale 😊
LOVELY SPENDING TIME WITH YOU THANKS
Thank YOU for spending almost an hour with us!
That's a great video Dale and Paula! Love those Q&A. I will subscribe to Paula's Kitchen when it comes out!❤👏👏👏🥰🇨🇦🌟🍾🥂
So glad you enjoyed it - it was a marathon! 🤪
I can't wait for Paula's kitchen channel! I suspect it could become a huge following
Awww thanks so much - we agree that it needs to be separate from our Las Vegas based content, will give us room to promote it differently too.
Y’all deserve everything good in life and to enjoy. We’re 62 and trying to sort out our next 5 to 10 years god willing and prioritize what’s truly important and brings us joy
Yep, that is exactly what we are doing - good luck, Linda, and we know you will figure it out!
@paula, you can’t beat the outdoor breakfast by the pool to start the day!
Yep! Problem is, for many of them, you have to be a guest to get out there to enjoy them...darn!
Paula we retired a year ago & its fun and different 👍😻🎉. Congrats to you🥳. Come over to the homey side of TH-cam with the cooks & crafters like me 😆. Your hard work is appreciated. Tell Dale to try the slots again at El Cortez 😉. Weekday traveling is waay cheaper and enjoy your girls trip.🍀⭐⭐🍸
Thanks so much - and I love that, the "homey side of TH-cam"!
I adore you both and love how you love your town.
Awww thank you, such a lovely thing to say 🥰
OMG...absolutely loved this video!!! I’m so happy for you Paula on your upcoming retirement. Thank you for answering so honestly with all questions. I could listen and listen!! Have a great relaxing time in Arizona.❤😘
Thanks so much, Donna, for sticking with us on this one, it was a marathon! AZ was a nice little getaway - you will see it on Sunday lol!
Hi guys! There’s so much I want to say! Haha! I missed the part about Paula not retiring last Summer but I’m so thankful it will be happening very soon for you! And yes, let’s pray to economy gets better soon! Super fun to hear about your time working at Luxor and eating in the basement buffet! 😅 We ate at Nora’s on our last trip there and we loved it so much! The service, ambiance, and food was so good! I don’t think we would ever go to The Olive Garden again once we live there because it just doesn’t compare haha! So sorry your old neighborhood was not a good area anymore. Your house was sure beautiful. I’m so glad you’re loving the area you are in now! 💖
Hi there Christa - and thank you for watching this one, it was a marathon!! Thanks too for the retirement wishes...I just went grocery shopping, and these days I go back and forth between anger and dismay over the price of everything, sheesh...gonna be interesting to be retired and see how that works out lol.
OK so now I need to go to Nora's, you have totally made me hungry! I actually have a gift card for it, I think I need to treat myself to lunch before I leave work, what do you think?
And no worries on the old neighborhood - things do change, and it's OK that we left. We loved it, we got everything out of living in that lovely house with the pool and yard, for 17 years, and that's a long time. Where we are now has a lot to recommend it as well. We look forward to welcoming you and the fam to Vegas later this year! 🥰
I loved the boot video! I can’t wait to visit that store when we’re in town❤. Congratulations, Paula on your retirement and I’m looking forward to the cooking channel 😊
Thank you Rebecca!
I am new to your channel. LOVE IT. More stories from Dale would be AWESOME. Enjoy retirement.
Thank you, and we are so glad you found our channel!
Thank you two for doing this Q&A! You two are such a lovely duo! 💛Thank you for the time energy you put in towards creating such quality and informative content! Your Vegas videos make me excited to revisit - always so much to see/do/eat! 😅 we look forward to checking out Red Rock Canyon, the Arts District, and all the other cool off-strip places! Keep up the wonderful work! 👍 And congrats on your retirement, Paula! 🎉🥂wishing you both the very best!
What a great vlog! So informative, and we also love the Old Vegas. We stay downtown, we’re not ones for being out on the strip. Been going to Vegas since early 80s. Binions had a snack bar that had the best pinto beans and cornbread ever. I know they have one now but it’s not the same to me. Enjoy your retirement Paula, and looking forward to your cooking channel.
Thank you Lisa - and now you make me want beans and cornbread!
You know when you know, retirement is a big step, you have it all lined up now. Thank you for the q and a, we learn so much. Let us know about Paula's kitchen and we will join in. I've noticed other vloggers have separate channels for different subjects. No more up at silly o'clock...you can focus on your trips at your pace. Enjoy your new chapter in your lives. Dales life will be easier also. So pleased, looking forward to next weeks content.
LOL I literally laughed at "silly o'clock", Amanda! We are looking forward to whatever comes this year - going to just figure things out as we go. 😊
Congratulations on your retirement take 2 😁
Any content you do is loved and appreciated. It doesn’t matter a bit that other vloggers may have done it, they aren’t you 🥰
Oh Kathleen, thank you - we really try NOT to look at the other channels, because we honestly don't want to be influenced by them, or their subject matter. There obviously is a lot of overlap (the town isn't that big), but we do try to do things in a unique way. Say hi to our best gal Brynn! 🥰
Thats soo cool to hear you loved Monte Carlo, we did too I love that Park MGM is n on smoking too. Stayed there quite a few times. Your not alone Dale, hey I wear my heart on my sleeve as well. Great video fun and entertaining information good to hear about your retirement Paula!
LOL well since we posted that video, we booked a staycation at...wait for it...Park MGM! 🤣
Wonderful video Paula and Dale! We view your videos entirely. Aw Dale, I will SOOOOO miss Texas Station also. 😭 My fave 'local'. (We're in San Diego County.)
Thank you, Sandy - we love that you watch til the end! Now don't get Dale started on that whole Texas and Fiesta topic...he just can't get over it lol!
Congratulations on your retirement
Thank you Alison! 🥰
I love that you met Liberace and saw him waving from his car 😂someone was renovating his house years ago, I’m not sure if it’s still there.
Yes, it sure is - maybe we can tour it for you sometime! 🎹
@@paulamckenzie wow 🤩 I’m glad I saw the museum before it disappeared.
You guys are amazing. Thank you so much for all your wonderful work bringing Vegas to the world every single week. We live vicariously through your experiences and you both were one of the key positives of our weeks throughout the pandemic. Congrats on your impending retirement, Paula. Wishing you many happy years of enjoyment as you embark on the exciting new journey that awaits. And by the way, if that journey happens to bring you both back across the Atlantic to Scotland, please consider a visit to Ireland where we would love to play host in our beautiful country. Best wishes from Patrick and James 🇮🇪
Well hi, and isn't this just the nicest note? Thank you so much, for the kind words - and we love to hear that we helped make those dark pandemic days a little brighter! You did that for us too, and I mean that. 😊 Would LOVE to visit Ireland, and take you up on that amazing offer!
@@paulamckenzie You are so welcome! Well whenever you start planning that vacation we are here. 😃
Really enjoyed this video ❤. Congratulations on your upcoming retirement, Paula.
Thank you Alan - and thanks for tuning in, that was a long one!
Great conversation! I too miss the old Monte Carlo, but I still stay at the Park when I am in town. They did a nice job. dale, when Paula is out of town, I'd gladly swing in for a steak and a beer with ya!
I am impressed by your learning of video editing.
Well thank you, that is a great compliment to Dale! He has learned so much by doing, and continuously tries to improve his skills.
Congrats on you retirement Paula. I will also follow you’re new cooking channel once it’s up. I look forward to it.
Thanks so much, Carolyn! 🥰
Joe and I can't wait for the videos of the other places in Nevada...so we can start planning our next trip 😜. Always love the videos....keep them coming 🤩
Hi guys! We sure will…cause we know you’ll try all those places and more… 😉
Hello 👋 Dale and Paula. Paula Congratulations on your Retirement 🎉. Enjoy everyday. Thank you so much for sharing your videos.
Be sure to do your homework before going to Disneyland. It can be very frustrating if you are unaware of all the Disney phone apps, reservations, virtual queues, crowds, etc. lt is NOT the old Disneyland you may remember!
I am aware of that, because we follow a number of TH-cam channels that feature a lot of Disneyland and Disney World content. Luckily, my daughter-in-law loves the place, is a season pass holder, and she is going to get me all set up well before the big day!
@@paulamckenzie Good. Have fun.