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Offline Martin Laing

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classic arcades
« on: February 08, 2015, 09:44:48 pm »
I am planning on visiting LA with my family either this September or September next year. Does anyone know of any classic arcades in LA that might be worth visiting? Cheers
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Re: classic arcades
« Reply #1 on: February 08, 2015, 10:00:32 pm »
Arcade 2084 in Anaheim
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Re: classic arcades
« Reply #2 on: February 08, 2015, 10:26:47 pm »
I am planning on visiting LA with my family either this September or September next year. Does anyone know of any classic arcades in LA that might be worth visiting? Cheers
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http://neonretroarcade.com

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Re: classic arcades
« Reply #3 on: February 09, 2015, 12:07:29 am »
Go to this one:
http://www.yelp.com/biz/blipsy-bar-los-angeles

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Re: classic arcades
« Reply #4 on: February 10, 2015, 12:54:51 am »
That's guys, that's a good start. Never touched a DK cab before - I anticipate it will be akin to a spiritual experience.
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Re: classic arcades
« Reply #5 on: February 11, 2015, 06:55:22 am »
That's guys, that's a good start. Never touched a DK cab before - I anticipate it will be akin to a spiritual experience.

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Re: classic arcades
« Reply #6 on: March 01, 2015, 09:03:56 pm »
Well flights are booked and paid for.  :)
Just need accommodation now. Although I'm sure a family sleeping on the streets is safe in LA.
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