TEPaul,
I think John Foley, Joel Stewart and Jim Franklin have provided you with a number of reasons why it's worth going for a few days. There are other reasons as well.
It is what you make of it.
If you want to have a good time you will.
If you don't, you won't.
A man has to know his limitations, and in Vegas, definitely don't try to exceed them.
You should visit in the spring or fall.
Jim Franklin,
They send Jets and limos to bring guys to Vegas who claim to have great betting systems and super money management skills. If you spend enough time at the tables, they will own everything you have.... and more.
They'll even put you in luxurious suites, comp you for food & beverage, shows and golf. They didn't build those spectacular facilities from charitable contributions.
You've been lucky. It happens.
But, don't mess with The Law of Large Numbers.