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With an attitude like yours I'm sure you'd be able to be happy anywhere. Even if Rochester were the cesspool that others would like you to believe I think with your mindset you'd do well here.
As for your question about blackjack...there are casinos on the Reservations in the Finger Lakes and near Buffalo which are fine if you are just looking to gamble. But the ones in Niagara Falls, Ontario in Canada are much nicer and more exciting. Not to mention they are near Niagara Falls which is beautiful. NF is about 1.5 hours from Rochester but unfortunately you do need a passport to cross the border now. This was not the case up until a few years ago.
My wife and I are relocating to try something new and pursue my graduate degree.
She likes slots and I like blackjack, here in LA we have indian reservations with casinos (no free alcohol though) about 2 hours from us or Laughlin/Vegas about 4.5 hours.
Sounds like a similar situation to what I have now, but everything is closer. So gambling is legal in Ontario? I didn't know that.
We planned ahead for the passports (living near the border) and should get them any week now.
Those look interesting, what is the legality of those places? Reservations? Or are there different gaming laws in NY?
Are any of them "Vegas Style" - where drinks are free while you play?
Most are on reservations. Vernon Downs isn't and has horse races as well. I believe that Turning Stone is BYOB and may serve alcohol at Lava Night Club, but don't quote me on that. This may help: Beverage Services | Turning Stone Resort Casino
I am really excited about exploring a new area of the country in my free time. Will be fun.
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