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krazycanuck · 03-03-2009, 10:08 PM

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Originally Posted by Puxlut

Why would they encourage people to eat 6 lbs of grease and meat and then go on a ride that will most likely make then puke the before mentioned 6 lbs of grease and meat???

because if there is one place in the world that someone is likely to try such a stupid quest...it's Vegas.

Buff · 03-03-2009, 10:10 PM

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Originally Posted by DFO

Nope, first timer - got myself roped into the trip. I'm not all that excited for the trip to be honest, I don't understand the attraction of Vegas yet. In any case I wanted to make sure the hotel is good at least. Flight & hotel packages seem cheap - 4 nights at the Wynn and return flight for under $900.

Pretty much any of the big resorts on the strip would be good enough. You'll be spoiled with Wynn being the 1st place you stay in Vegas.

The first time I went I wasn't really all that excited to go. I was excited to get away with my wife and my best friend, but I didn't think Vegas was going to be the place for me. Let me tell you something. I'm now a Vegas junky. I love Vegas! I don't even gamble much. I just play (or pay) the penny slots. Actually the first time I went my wife and I planned to spend $100/day gambling, and we probably spent $100 total. We had beginners luck and actually came back with an extra $40 from our gambling budget (though we did dip into that for some souvenirs).

I came back from Vegas, wanting to go right back to Vegas. I found a bunch of websites and learned all I could about Vegas, from its history to what is happening, to discussing Vegas on forums dedicated to talking about Vegas.

Buff · 03-03-2009, 10:11 PM

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Originally Posted by krazycanuck

I've never stayed at either hotel...you high roller. Just make sure you:
-go to In-n-out, just across the freeway behind New York, New York
-Play the Sigma Derby electronic horse races at MGM Grand...the more middle of the night the better, that way you can really let the profanities fly while getting blotto for free.
-go to the Nascar Cafe in the Sahara and try to polish off a 6 pound burrito for 19.95...if you do it you get 2 free all day passes on their roller coaster (FML)
-go to Panda Express when you're right sloppy one night on the strip for Orange Chicken
-drink as many 3 foot frozen drinks as possible...but unless you want to poop blue (see CP confessional) do not drink the blue raspberry with Bacardi 151

In-N-Out Burger is an absolute MUST! It may be behind NYNY, but you have to cross the street to Excalibur to use that sidewalk to cross the freeway (and then cross back over the street) get to In-N-Out Burger.

MJK · 03-03-2009, 10:14 PM

We are thinking of staying at The Palazzo Resort at Venetian...do I understand correctly that this is the new tower?

Not only does the price seem good but we can get the following by staying there:

Value-Add Promotion
Book a stay for travel February 1 - June 30, 2009 and receive the following:
US$50 slot credit to use at resort casino
US$25 beverage credit to use at Lavo
Special $36 pre-fixed dinner menu at Lavo
20-percent off at Pinot Brasserie
Two-for-one gondola ride
US$6 discount at Madame Tussauds

Thoughts?

Buff · 03-03-2009, 10:19 PM

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Originally Posted by GreenTeaFrapp

Chances are if a place has to offer free unlimited wine to get you in the door, it's not some place worth going.

When it comes to dining in Vegas, it's a good idea to say what price range you're looking for.

Vegas has more than its fair share of expensive restaurants, but you can find some good inexpensive places to eat.

I love to go to NYNY, they've got Pizza and hot dogs, and hamburgers and a Deli, each in their own little shops for cheap prices. Sirrico's pizza is legendary! The deli is quite good too.

Another place I like to eat at is Cheesburger Paradise in the Miracle Mile shops.

If you are a drinker and you like margaritas then get a Margarita by the yard (the big 3 foot drink that another poster alluded to). The cheapest place I've found them was at Gonzalez Y Gonzalez in NYNY, and they were also the most potent.

Buff · 03-03-2009, 10:20 PM

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Originally Posted by MJK

We are thinking of staying at The Palazzo Resort at Venetian...do I understand correctly that this is the new tower?

Not only does the price seem good but we can get the following by staying there:

Value-Add Promotion
Book a stay for travel February 1 - June 30, 2009 and receive the following:
US$50 slot credit to use at resort casino
US$25 beverage credit to use at Lavo
Special $36 pre-fixed dinner menu at Lavo
20-percent off at Pinot Brasserie
Two-for-one gondola ride
US$6 discount at Madame Tussauds

Thoughts?

I'd say go for it. Palazzo is their new tower, and with any new tower in Vegas they'll want to impress you so it'll be a nice stay. If you think the price is reasonable for you then do it!

MJK · 03-03-2009, 10:22 PM

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Originally Posted by Buff

I'd say go for it. Palazzo is their new tower, and with any new tower in Vegas they'll want to impress you so it'll be a nice stay. If you think the price is reasonable for you then do it!

4 nights, 5 days

Hotel + Flight for 2 people is C$1,324.79

Thoughts on the price for this hotel?

Buff · 03-03-2009, 10:22 PM

I'm such a Vegas junkie

Buff · 03-03-2009, 10:26 PM

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Originally Posted by MJK

4 nights, 5 days

Hotel + Flight for 2 people is C$1,324.79

Thoughts on the price for this hotel?

Depending on the cost of the flight and the room, it sounds like it isn't too bad. Could probably do better but its still a good price.

The dates make a difference as prices rise and fall due to event in town. Here is a link to rates for today (just a one night stay): Palazzo rates

krazycanuck · 03-03-2009, 10:38 PM

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Originally Posted by MJK

4 nights, 5 days

Hotel + Flight for 2 people is C$1,324.79

Thoughts on the price for this hotel?

when are you going? mid-week? weekend? spring? summer?

MJK · 03-04-2009, 07:26 AM

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Originally Posted by krazycanuck

when are you going? mid-week? weekend? spring? summer?

Mid June ...maybe the 19th?

Leave Friday and return Thursday.

Buff · 03-04-2009, 08:38 AM

4 nights starting the 19th of June at Palazzo. Depends on what kind of room you get and how much your flights are. There is a luxury room that is good pricing, it just doesn't have a view of the strip.

csnarpy · 03-04-2009, 09:36 AM

If anyone wants to go to vegas with a great deal. Drive 4 hrs south, to Great Fall and fly with Allegiant Air.

http://www.allegiantair.com/aaIndex.php

They have the best prices going.

Ex:
Wynn: June 18 - 21/$420
Venitian: June 18-21/$494
Mandalya Bay: June 18 - 21/$355

Just as an example. No huge taxes or fee's, and alot of the packages they have include shows or credits.

As for the Trump Hotel - It is on the strip - in fact, the Wynn is right across the street.

Buff · 03-04-2009, 09:43 AM

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Originally Posted by csnarpy

If anyone wants to go to vegas with a great deal. Drive 4 hrs south, to Great Fall and fly with Allegiant Air.

http://www.allegiantair.com/aaIndex.php

They have the best prices going.

Ex:
Wynn: June 18 - 21/$420
Venitian: June 18-21/$494
Mandalya Bay: June 18 - 21/$355

Just as an example. No huge taxes or fee's, and alot of the packages they have include shows or credits.

As for the Trump Hotel - It is on the strip - in fact, the Wynn is right across the street.

Right across the street from Wynn is the Fashion Show Mall.

Las Vegas Blvd is the strip. Trump sits on W Fashion Show Drive, a little closer to Industrial Road than it is to Las Vegas Blvd.

This maps gives you a good representation of where Trump Tower is:
Map of The Strip (and a bit more)

csnarpy · 03-04-2009, 03:33 PM

oh man, that's pretty nit picky but it's considered on the strip. I'm sorry if it 100 meters away. The fashion mall isn't the only thing across from the Wynn. That would be the Plaza and Trump Towers.

At anyrate, Allegiant Air is the way to go.

GreenTeaFrapp · 03-04-2009, 05:37 PM

Skip 'em both and stay at Bellagio. Awesome hotel and the best location on the strip.

MJM · 03-04-2009, 05:44 PM

So I'm going to Vegas for the May long with some firends, and some hotels have some good prices but others are ridiculous. Mandalay Bay (where I usually stay) is charging 260 US a night that weekend. Is there something going on in Vegas i'm not aware of?

Anyways, do you guys think it's worth my time to call the hotel and say "Look I need 4 rooms, but there's no way in hell i'm paying $260 a night"? The MGM grand is only $150 those nights so I'll stay there if I have to. I just figured with Vegas being in the crapper (much like the rest of the US) they may be willing to negotiate.

The Ditch · 03-04-2009, 05:47 PM

UFC 98 is on May 23rd at MGM Grand, maybe that is causing the price inflation. Don't know whether I want Lesnar or Mir to win.

csnarpy · 03-04-2009, 07:35 PM

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Originally Posted by MJM

So I'm going to Vegas for the May long with some firends, and some hotels have some good prices but others are ridiculous. Mandalay Bay (where I usually stay) is charging 260 US a night that weekend. Is there something going on in Vegas i'm not aware of?

Anyways, do you guys think it's worth my time to call the hotel and say "Look I need 4 rooms, but there's no way in hell i'm paying $260 a night"? The MGM grand is only $150 those nights so I'll stay there if I have to. I just figured with Vegas being in the crapper (much like the rest of the US) they may be willing to negotiate.

i checked with Allegiant Air and 4 Mandalay Bay is 475/person from May 21 to May 24, all in. 8 people/4 rooms

MJM · 03-04-2009, 07:58 PM

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Originally Posted by csnarpy

i checked with Allegiant Air and 4 Mandalay Bay is 475/person from May 21 to May 24, all in. 8 people/4 rooms

Including air?

They are charging 260 on their website per room per night.