10-08-23 U2 in Sphere Baby!
We both took the opportunity to have a great sleep in and then I went and got myself a Cold Brew Vanilla Bean Latte and the Orange juice that Sonia wanted. We finally got ourselves organized and headed for the Red Rock Conservation Area. On the way I had planned a stop at a Pinkbox Donut shop based on a recommendation from an acquaintance who used to live here. Next door was a take out sandwich shop which gave us great wraps for our journey. Off we headed towards RR. Unfortunately, once we got there we found out we were supposed to book ahead and there was no internet. We drove up to a look out so Sonia could take a few pics and then headed back out. There was a flash of internet connection so I pulled over and searched the site for a reservation. It could not confirm I was human so we drove up to the booth and the woman explained that she did not have any evidence that we were not human, so we got in. It was a great drive around and Sonia got many pictures.
We hurried back to the Venetian and I ran a reconnaissance mission to find out what was included in our VIP package. Glad I did as I needed to pick up our lanyards and get the details about the Zoo Station experience that was included. I raced back to get changed and we headed out. The Zoo Station was a lot of fun and I couldn’t help but buy merch.
We followed the directions which are very well marked and made our way to the venue. Once we got there I saw many long lines and asked a venue guard what line we were supposed to be in and he instantly swiped us in! All we had to do was get wanded and we were good to go.. The venue is fantastic, I would enjoy seeing other shows there, for sure. Drinks were Uber expensive, but wtf, it’s a vacation!
I had many great conversations with people, and had a great time!! The asshat in front of me got a lecture about standing as I had paid a shit ton of money to sit, and they should have gotten floor tix. The people behind me thanked me. The ladies next to me were sister-in-laws from Ontario!
I was very impressed with the entire show and am glad that I INVESTED in the adventure. When we got back to the hotel, we went to the TipsyRobot and the employee offered us a deal to get merch in exchange for our beverages. I got the flask and shot glasses and we both got lemon drop shots and our beverages which were made by the robots.
triumphgal 