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kysirsoze 03-02-2010 06:46 PM

Going to Vegas
 
I'm going to Las Vegas in a couple weeks. Any good suggestions on stuff I should do? It's my first trip there and I want to do it right.


(Yes I'm aware this is begging for smartass remarks. Knock yourself out.)


P.S. Rep to legit suggestions

MIAdragon 03-02-2010 06:48 PM

Where are you going to stay?

Farzin 03-02-2010 06:49 PM

The Venetian is awesome.

kysirsoze 03-02-2010 06:50 PM

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Originally Posted by MIAdragon (Post 6570870)
Where are you going to stay?

Haven't booked yet. I have friends that work for Marriott so I can get a sick deal at any of their hotels. I can book that the week of. Any hotel suggestion are welcome, though. Not sure where I can get deals at this point.

Buzzsaw 03-02-2010 07:05 PM

The buffet at the Wynn should probably be on your list of stuff to do, all-you-can-eat crab legs, sushi, prime rib, & insane desserts. We usually starve ourselves all day, get shit-faced drunk all day (empty stomach ftw) and then catch a cab over there. The Rio's got a really good buffet too.

And it's always fun to place a few NFL related bets and hold onto the betting slips all year, kinda like a lottery ticket if you hit. Maybe check on KC to win the division, $20-$50 bet or something like that.

HotRoute 03-02-2010 07:06 PM

Blackjack!

Johnny Vegas 03-02-2010 07:09 PM

I've only stayed at the Bellagio. I get to stay at the NY NY this next time I go, which is a few weeksm also. Planet Hollywood is pretty cool because they got movie themed rooms with actual props and costumes worn in big screen movies. Bellagio is my favorite. I want to stay at the Aria resort. That place is huge and I like their sports book area and free drinks while you watch the games. Another sports book area thats badass to hang out at is at the Palazzo.

kysirsoze 03-02-2010 07:10 PM

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Originally Posted by Buzzsaw (Post 6570935)
The buffet at the Wynn should probably be on your list of stuff to do, all-you-can-eat crab legs, sushi, prime rib, & insane deserts. We usually starve ourselves all day, get shit-faced drunk all day (empty stomach ftw) and then catch a cab over there. The Rio's got a really good buffet too.

And it's always fun to place a few NFL related bets and hold onto the betting slips all year, kinda like a lottery ticket if you hit. Maybe check on KC to win the division, $20-$50 bet or something like that.

Good stuff! Thanks. Rep.

whatsmynameagain 03-02-2010 07:25 PM

hard rock hotel is pretty cool. not mega huge like some of the other places, good music, tons of cool rock memorabilia. check to see if there are any shows going on at the joint. I was just there in Dec to see MUSE. They are playing in April at Mandalay Bay FTW

ChiefaRoo 03-02-2010 07:27 PM

Blackout drinking, Hookers and Valtrex?

SnakeXJones 03-02-2010 07:27 PM

I suggest u dig couple holes out in the desert just incase! dead hookers laying around tend to be a mess

Spott 03-02-2010 07:29 PM

Are you going during the 1st 2 rounds of the NCAA tournament?

Dartgod 03-02-2010 07:31 PM

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Originally Posted by kysirsoze (Post 6570881)
Haven't booked yet. I have friends that work for Marriott so I can get a sick deal at any of their hotels. I can book that the week of. Any hotel suggestion are welcome, though. Not sure where I can get deals at this point.

Marriott doesn't have any properties on the strip and if this is your first trip, you definitely want to stay on the strip.

I'd look into the Imperial Palace. It's not the swankiest place, but the rooms are clean and the location can't be beat.

Check out some of the promos on Fat Wallet. There are some good deals to be had.

http://www.fatwallet.com/forums/trav...ussion/704925/

Are you going on the weekend or during the week? Fri-Sat nights are considerably higher that week nights. For example, the Imperial Palace has $25-35 weekday rates and goes up to $100+ on the weekends.

The Bad Guy 03-02-2010 07:40 PM

I'm going out in 2 weeks for March Madness. Staying at the Hilton. What an awesome, awesome time.

KCChiefsMan 03-02-2010 07:44 PM

if a cabbie tells you that you should check out this strip bar, DON'T LET HIM DO IT. Some will drive you there even if you strongly tell them not to. They get commission from that.

loochy 03-02-2010 07:53 PM

Stay on the strip. It's worth it to be able to walk downstairs and go outside to one of the other casinos.

Bring comfortable shoes. You'll be walking...A LOT. The maps of the strip don't really indicate how far it is from one end to the other. If you want to take a cab, it'll take forever because traffic down Las Vegas Blvd is God awful.

Don't go on a weekend. The prices on the hotels are super jacked up on the weekend and all of the minimums on the tables are raised up super high.

Buy your own liquor at a store that's not on the strip. When you get your cab at the airport, ask him to run you by a liquor store. Buying liquor at any of the bars is super expensive. I know that you can get free drinks while gambling, but that gets to be counter productive pretty quickly.

Fremont St. sucks balls IMO. I guess its worth a look, but it's not really happening over there. However, everything over there is WAY cheaper, so if you are motivated by money, then that's the place for you.

Go see Cirque du Soleil (or however the f you spell it). We saw Mystere, which is the original one that's at Treasure Island. It was amazing. I heard that Ka (MGM Grand) and the stripper one (NY NY) aren't as good.

Be prepared for little mexican people in stupid T shirts standing on every street corner handing you porno business cards. They stand there and flick them to make noice, then they literally shove them right up in your face while they sit there and listen to their IPods. All of the sidewalks are littered with little porno cards.

Like this - they are everywhere!
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But Vegas really is a lot of fun, especially the first time you go there!

kysirsoze 03-02-2010 08:03 PM

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Originally Posted by Spott (Post 6571013)
Are you going during the 1st 2 rounds of the NCAA tournament?

I'm gonna miss it by one day. Need to be back in LA by paddy's day.

bevischief 03-02-2010 08:06 PM

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Originally Posted by loochy (Post 6571086)
Stay on the strip. It's worth it to be able to walk downstairs and go outside to one of the other casinos.

Bring comfortable shoes. You'll be walking...A LOT. The maps of the strip don't really indicate how far it is from one end to the other. If you want to take a cab, it'll take forever because traffic down Las Vegas Blvd is God awful.

Don't go on a weekend. The prices on the hotels are super jacked up on the weekend and all of the minimums on the tables are raised up super high.

Buy your own liquor at a store that's not on the strip. When you get your cab at the airport, ask him to run you by a liquor store. Buying liquor at any of the bars is super expensive. I know that you can get free drinks while gambling, but that gets to be counter productive pretty quickly.

Fremont St. sucks balls IMO. I guess its worth a look, but it's not really happening over there. However, everything over there is WAY cheaper, so if you are motivated by money, then that's the place for you.

Go see Cirque du Soleil (or however the f you spell it). We saw Mystere, which is the original one that's at Treasure Island. It was amazing. I heard that Ka (MGM Grand) and the stripper one (NY NY) aren't as good.

Be prepared for little mexican people in stupid T shirts standing on every street corner handing you porno business cards. They stand there and flick them to make noice, then they literally shove them right up in your face while they sit there and listen to their IPods. All of the sidewalks are littered with little porno cards.

Like this - they are everywhere!
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But Vegas really is a lot of fun, especially the first time you go there!

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kysirsoze 03-02-2010 08:06 PM

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Originally Posted by Dartgod (Post 6571021)
Marriott doesn't have any properties on the strip and if this is your first trip, you definitely want to stay on the strip.

I'd look into the Imperial Palace. It's not the swankiest place, but the rooms are clean and the location can't be beat.

Check out some of the promos on Fat Wallet. There are some good deals to be had.

http://www.fatwallet.com/forums/trav...ussion/704925/

Are you going on the weekend or during the week? Fri-Sat nights are considerably higher that week nights. For example, the Imperial Palace has $25-35 weekday rates and goes up to $100+ on the weekends.

I'm gonna be staying Sun-Tues. I'll check out that site for sure. The Marriott thing is just one option. I wanna go on the cheap where possible, but I definitely want the full experience.

loochy 03-02-2010 08:09 PM

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Originally Posted by kysirsoze (Post 6571152)
I'm gonna be staying Sun-Tues. I'll check out that site for sure. The Marriott thing is just one option. I wanna go on the cheap where possible, but I definitely want the full experience.

Yeah, I think you are staying at the cheapest possible time. Good decision. Some of the major strip hotels can be had for pretty cheap during the week.

kysirsoze 03-02-2010 08:11 PM

I heard The Signature at MGM Grand was sweet and surprisingly inexpensive for how nice it is. Confirm, Deny?

loochy 03-02-2010 08:17 PM

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Originally Posted by kysirsoze (Post 6571173)
I heard The Signature at MGM Grand was sweet and surprisingly inexpensive for how nice it is. Confirm, Deny?

I stayed at the regular MGM Grand but I don't know about the signature. My MGM Grand room was nice, but not spectacular. I stayed Thursday through Sunday and I think we payed like $300 a night. We had an awesome view of the strip though. I'd definitely stay there again. The only drawback is that the MGM is way down at the south end of the strip. Next time I'd like to stay somewhere closer to the middle, such as Venetian or Caesar's.

shitgoose 03-02-2010 08:48 PM

I'm gonna be in Vegas for a convention March 16-18. I'm staying at the Imperial Palace for $40 a night. I've stayed at NY NY, Bally's, Harrah's, and the Boardwalk before they blew it up. I like Harrah's/IP because of the location. I like to go cheap on the Hotel since I spend very little time in the room. Just need a place to keep my shit, get a few hours sleep, shower, and get on the computer.

Its fun just don't blow all your money the first 3-4 hrs you are there.

OnTheWarpath15 03-02-2010 08:55 PM

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Originally Posted by kysirsoze (Post 6571173)
I heard The Signature at MGM Grand was sweet and surprisingly inexpensive for how nice it is. Confirm, Deny?

The Signature is an all-suite joint that is run by MGM, but not attached to the casino.

Mrs. OTW and I usually stay at the Wynn, but I'm on the MGM e-mail list. You can probably get a room mid-week for $100 a night - which from what I've heard about the place is a good deal.

I get e-mails all the time from Wynn, Bellagio, Mandalay Bay and MGM. Shoot me a PM with your travel dates and budget and I'll see if I can find you a deal.

Bwana 03-02-2010 08:59 PM

When the next decent UFC card shows up down there, is when I fly down to raise a little hell.

Gracie Dean 03-02-2010 10:14 PM

be sure to go to Fremont street in the evening. The over head show is cool

Brianfo 03-02-2010 10:34 PM

Piano bar at NYNY is a must see.
 
Highly recommend piano bar at NYNY. Place is packed after about 10pm. Standing room only.

God of Thunder 03-03-2010 12:21 AM

I only went once with a friend, we stayed at excalibur cause it was teh cheapest.....but it was a blast. Definitely do more than gamble! Also, Planet Hollywood has a special casino where all the dealers are gorgeous ladies in lingerie, go there.

God of Thunder 03-03-2010 12:22 AM

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Originally Posted by Brianfo (Post 6571675)
Highly recommend piano bar at NYNY. Place is packed after about 10pm. Standing room only.

this too....i went. It was nuts.

Johnny Vegas 03-03-2010 02:58 AM

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Originally Posted by God Of Thunder (Post 6571830)
I only went once with a friend, we stayed at excalibur cause it was teh cheapest.....but it was a blast. Definitely do more than gamble! Also, Planet Hollywood has a special casino where all the dealers are gorgeous ladies in lingerie, go there.

yeah and also Caesar's Palace has the Pussy Cat Dolls gamble area where hot girls deal and strip tease while you play. lol

I also remember getting hassled from limo and cab drivers to go to the strip club and they'd take me there.

If you're walking you're saving money. If you're sitting you're spending money. lol

Also if you like craps the best tables are at the Bellagio, Caesar's, and Aria. I have the most fun at these playin craps and their wait service is very good at keeping your drinks coming and free while you play. The $5 minimum tables are hard to find, but are at Excalibur and O'shea's if you don't want to play the $10 minimum tables which are pretty much everywhere.

Nzoner 03-03-2010 07:30 AM

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On the cheap but still having a lot of fun,I'd check out the aforementioned Imperial Palace or Harrah's and also add The Flamingo.I'd also get me a Harrah's rewards card if you're doing any gambling at all,imo their comp program is 2nd to none.

Definitely check out O'Shea's on the corner across from Margaritaville which is next to the Flamingo.Awesome little place with really good live music,gambling and a food court with a Subway i.e. $5 Footlongs.Also have a little midget who comes out and sells shots along the bar and gets the crowd reved up.I'll post a pic.

On the other side of Flamingo is Bill's Gambling Hall which has restaurant in it which as of last year had a $5.49 steak,eggs and hashbrowns breakfast starting at midnight till 6 a.m.

Treasure Island also has a free show that lasts about 15-20 minutes in front of their place that's worth checking out with a cold drink in hand.

Again,this is all on the cheap and if gambling I'm a big fan of the video poker machines at the bar in The Flamingo.The bartenders are great and generous and you don't have to spend a fortune to get free drinks.

Lastly do a web search for Las vegas coupons,last year I found buy 1 get 1 frees on Nathan's Hot dogs Hagen Dazz ice cream and more.

Here's the pic from O'Shea's

Lono 03-03-2010 08:53 AM

Headed there for my first time the 17th-20th. Already have rooms at the MGM. Can't wait.

Dartgod 03-03-2010 09:43 AM

A word from the wise for you Vegas n00bs. Don't try to do and see everything in one trip. It is impossible. Also, other than a show or two, don't make concrete plans for anything. Just go with the flow. It will make your time there much more enjoyable.

My wife and I have been to Vegas 10 times and I have been 4 times prior to when I met her. We STILL have not done everything we want to do there.

Nzoner 03-03-2010 10:04 AM

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Originally Posted by Dartgod (Post 6572340)
A word from the wise for you Vegas n00bs. Don't try to do and see everything in one trip. It is impossible. Also, other than a show or two, don't make concrete plans for anything. Just go with the flow. It will make your time there much more enjoyable.

My wife and I have been to Vegas 10 times and I have been 4 times prior to when I met her. We STILL have not done everything we want to do there.

This x 10

Nzoner 03-03-2010 10:06 AM

Also,if you're into thrill rides,check Insanity out 900 feet atop the Stratosphere

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Time's Yours 03-03-2010 10:07 AM

https://www.flamingolasvegas.com/Mak...=OGY0000319323

Follow that link, promo code PFSTL. You can get Flamingo standard rooms (nice, clean) for $35/night during the week or the new renovated GO rooms for a little more. The GO rooms are really sweet with a plasma screen TV and even a TV in the bathroom mirror that appears when you turn it on. The Flamingo is also in a prime location. It's next door to the Imperial Palace that someone mentioned earlier, but the Imperial Palace is pretty crusty.

Definitely go to the VooDoo lounge at the Rio. It's an outside rooftop club that overlooks the entire strip. It's the one thing I'd say you really don't want to miss.

Also, I'm not sure of your age, but most of the hotels now have "day clubs" at their swimming pools with music, dancing, and some that allow topless sunbathing. It's really fun, but leave time for a nap. We got exhausted by getting drunk during the day and then trying to go out at night with no nap in between. It can be hard to balance the day partying and night partying.

CoMoChief 03-03-2010 10:12 AM

How old are you? Are you single? Who are you going with?

Monty 03-03-2010 10:41 AM

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Originally Posted by Lono (Post 6572215)
Headed there for my first time the 17th-20th. Already have rooms at the MGM. Can't wait.

We just got back from Vegas last week and I really liked the atmosphere there. I think you'll like it and I'd love to hear what your experience was like. Can't wait to go back!

Monty 03-03-2010 10:58 AM

So many good suggestions. Here's mine from our trip last week:

We stayed at Bally's mid-week and got the rooms for $26 a night on the Allegiant Air website when we booked the flight. It's centrally located, a little bit older, but clean. We didn't spend much time sleeping, so it worked out well wrt location as we were right in the middle of the strip. If you stay there, ask for the free upgrade and they'll get you a room in the North Tower. We were upgraded to a suite, which far exceeded my expectations. :thumb:

Wear comfortable shoes and ignore those bastards handing out the cards on the strip. It annoyed me at first, but I just ignored them.

Bill's restaurant has a great breakfast that Nzoner pointed out. An even better breakfast can be had at Magnolia's. It's in the Four Queens downtown. The overhead show downtown is worth seeing as well.

This was my first trip and I liked both the strip and the downtown area equally. I like Black Jack, so the games were definitely cheaper downtown and you get more of the old Vegas feel there. Not sure I'd stay there though, even with the cheaper rates. We played at almost every table/casino we could find. There was even a cigar shop downtown that made my chocolate cigars on site, so I was in heaven.

Wynn, Encore, Bellagio, Caesar's Palace, MGM, Aria, City Center, etc. are all great and I will be staying at one of those fine establishments in the future, but this trip was simply to gain some experience with the area.

The Harrah's Total Rewards Card is a must, the comps are by far the best.

We did the Hoover Dam thing too and hit the little casinos on the way out there (Railroad Pass, The Station, Sam's Town, etc.) The locals go to Sam's Town a lot as the payout is better there, but it's definitely an older crowd.

And yes, I made a little wager on the Chiefs for the playoffs, AFC Championship, and SB. They were only $5 bets, so I'm not out anything, but it was fun to make the bet anyway. :)

Nzoner 03-03-2010 11:19 AM

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Originally Posted by Monty (Post 6572576)
The Harrah's Total Rewards Card is a must, the comps are by far the best.

I'm not a high roller gambler by any means and have already made it to Platinum status and have 5 comped nights coming on my next trip to Vegas plus I get 4 nights(my choice) a month at the KC Harrah's as well as free valet parking and an average of $85 per month in free gambling certificates that have to be used at either slots or video poker.

Big Dog 03-03-2010 11:31 AM

I'll be there right after you (arriving on the 17th). I have enough advice for pages of comments, so I'll pick just a few.

1. Harrah's shuttle - Harrah's owns 7 casinos in Vegas and runs a shuttle between them. It's a good way to get to the RIO and back should you go there.
(You'll need a Harrah's card)

2. Free shows - Several casinos have free shows and exhibits that you can see.


Bellagio Fountains - Outdoor
Caesar's Fountains - Indoor
Freemont Street Experience - Downtown
MGM Grand - Lion Habitat
RIO - Show in the sky (casino floor...err sky)
Mirage - Volcano eruption
Treasure Island - Sirens of TI

There are plenty more, but you get the idea

3. Poker - If you are a poker player, the Sahara offers a nice little tournament 3 times a day (11a, 7p, 11p) There are many great poker rooms, and many
much nicer than this...but when the cards hit the felt it is an issue of buy-in and tournament structure. This is a mid to deep stack tourney for about
$70 if I remember correctly.

4. Cirque du Soleil - You either love them or are disinterested. We love them. Add in the Beatles and 'LOVE' at the Mirage is a good bet. They have 7
permanent shows I think...I have seen 5 to date.

5. Freemont Street (downtown) - It's worth a look around at least once. I don't gamble much there, and only return when I am 'showing' it to someone
anymore. Prices are definitely cheaper.

6. Lodging and food - I can't really help you much here (although I see some suggested in the thread that seem good). I gamble too much at home and get
most of this comped when I go to Vegas. Don't be afraid to sign up for the various rewards cards and don't be afraid to ask for gimmes for signing up
(i.e. a free buffet). I remember being surprised at how much free stuff we got at Planet Hollywood just for signing up.

Well, thats enough!

Have a great time.

thabear 03-03-2010 11:37 AM

You should check out Drai's After Hours that place is always cracking

Monty 03-03-2010 11:38 AM

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Originally Posted by Nzoner (Post 6572647)
I'm not a high roller gambler by any means and have already made it to Platinum status and have 5 comped nights coming on my next trip to Vegas plus I get 4 nights(my choice) a month at the KC Harrah's as well as free valet parking and an average of $85 per month in free gambling certificates that have to be used at either slots or video poker.

That's good to know. I only play the 2/5/10 tables myself. I can't wait for the free nights as I loved Vegas and can't wait to go back!

Frosty 03-03-2010 11:42 AM

My wife won a trip to Vegas last April to go to the Country Music Awards show. They put us up in the MGM. We got there before our room was ready so we were offered a "free upgrade" to a room in the West Wing.

I wasn't impressed with our upgrade at first because the rooms were nothing special and the hallways to the rooms are dark and kind of dingy. However, we soon found that they had a major advantage because the West Wing gets its own elevator and it dumps you right out on the strip. The other rooms all share a bank of elevators and they get really crowded plus you then have to wind around the hotel to get out. Until you go to Vegas, you have no concept at how big these places are.

We don't gamble, so we spent our spare time just checking out the sights. We did a ton of walking, especially since the MGM is at one end of the strip. We really enjoyed Bellagio, Palazzo, the Venitian, NY NY and Paris. The volcano in front of the Mirage was kind of cool. The Sirens show at TI was cheesy but fun. The fountains and birds at the Flamigo was surprisingly cool and was a nice respite from the crowds and noise.

The only pay things we did were the shark reef at Mandalay Bay and we went up in the Eiffel Tower. Both of them were worth doing. We didn't do any of the shows because we only had one night free and we spent that out on the Strip.

The first night we were there, they took us to Fremont St for a street concert. I was less than impressed and the place was so packed that you could barely go anywhere. The neon museum down there was kind of cool but not really worth going there just for that.

okiedokieokoye 03-03-2010 12:12 PM

We shot machine guns. That was cool.

blazzin311 03-03-2010 12:21 PM

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Originally Posted by Dartgod (Post 6572340)
A word from the wise for you Vegas n00bs. Don't try to do and see everything in one trip. It is impossible. Also, other than a show or two, don't make concrete plans for anything. Just go with the flow. It will make your time there much more enjoyable.

My wife and I have been to Vegas 10 times and I have been 4 times prior to when I met her. We STILL have not done everything we want to do there.

Yea I think this may actually be the best vegas advice in this thread to be honest. I was in Vegas last summer for a week and a half or so and this is what I found to be true. We had all these things we had planned that we wanted to do in Vegas but once arriving there and seeing all it had to offer for our own eyes one thing became apparent. Plans just don't work well in that city. Definitely a go with the flow type of place I think.


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Originally Posted by phillip (Post 6572399)
https://www.flamingolasvegas.com/Mak...=OGY0000319323

Follow that link, promo code PFSTL. You can get Flamingo standard rooms (nice, clean) for $35/night during the week or the new renovated GO rooms for a little more. The GO rooms are really sweet with a plasma screen TV and even a TV in the bathroom mirror that appears when you turn it on. The Flamingo is also in a prime location. It's next door to the Imperial Palace that someone mentioned earlier, but the Imperial Palace is pretty crusty.

Definitely go to the VooDoo lounge at the Rio. It's an outside rooftop club that overlooks the entire strip. It's the one thing I'd say you really don't want to miss.

Also, I'm not sure of your age, but most of the hotels now have "day clubs" at their swimming pools with music, dancing, and some that allow topless sunbathing. It's really fun, but leave time for a nap. We got exhausted by getting drunk during the day and then trying to go out at night with no nap in between. It can be hard to balance the day partying and night partying.

The part you refer to here in bold is no joke for sure. They call it "The City That Never Sleeps" for a reason. Only you really don't get to see or understand the reason until you're actually there. Then it begins to make sense as to why they call it that. Wild city that's for sure.


Quote:

Originally Posted by Big Dog (Post 6572680)
I'll be there right after you (arriving on the 17th). I have enough advice for pages of comments, so I'll pick just a few.

1. Harrah's shuttle - Harrah's owns 7 casinos in Vegas and runs a shuttle between them. It's a good way to get to the RIO and back should you go there.
(You'll need a Harrah's card)

2. Free shows - Several casinos have free shows and exhibits that you can see.


Bellagio Fountains - Outdoor
Caesar's Fountains - Indoor
Freemont Street Experience - Downtown
MGM Grand - Lion Habitat
RIO - Show in the sky (casino floor...err sky)
Mirage - Volcano eruption
Treasure Island - Sirens of TI

There are plenty more, but you get the idea

3. Poker - If you are a poker player, the Sahara offers a nice little tournament 3 times a day (11a, 7p, 11p) There are many great poker rooms, and many
much nicer than this...but when the cards hit the felt it is an issue of buy-in and tournament structure. This is a mid to deep stack tourney for about
$70 if I remember correctly.

4. Cirque du Soleil - You either love them or are disinterested. We love them. Add in the Beatles and 'LOVE' at the Mirage is a good bet. They have 7
permanent shows I think...I have seen 5 to date.

5. Freemont Street (downtown) - It's worth a look around at least once. I don't gamble much there, and only return when I am 'showing' it to someone
anymore. Prices are definitely cheaper.

6. Lodging and food - I can't really help you much here (although I see some suggested in the thread that seem good). I gamble too much at home and get
most of this comped when I go to Vegas. Don't be afraid to sign up for the various rewards cards and don't be afraid to ask for gimmes for signing up
(i.e. a free buffet). I remember being surprised at how much free stuff we got at Planet Hollywood just for signing up.

Well, thats enough!

Have a great time.

Great advice here too. When I was in Vegas last summer we stayed at Planet Hollywood on the middle of the strip. As you mention the freebies and comps you can get were well received by all. There were lots of them. Very nice hotel "planet hollywood" too. I would recommend staying there myself. Prime location, prime atmosphere, etc. Have a fun trip!

Dartgod 03-03-2010 12:41 PM

Another bit of advice. If you are a blackjack player, beware of 6:5 blackjack. A natural blackjack should pay 3:2, but most strip casinos have migrated to this 6:5 bullshit. The only reason it's sticking around is because the morons that don't understand the difference play it.

You may have to look around, and the limits are generally higher ($10 or more), but you can find 3:2 tables.

Also, as others have mentioned, get a players card at every casino you visit and use it when gambling. My wife and I are very low rollers and we get free room offers in Vegas (mostly from Harrah's casinos). Most of the casinos are now owned by either Harrah's or MGM, so you only need one for all their properties. Here's a rundown for reference.

MGM owns:
MGM Grand
Mandalay Bay
Luxor
Excalibur
New York New York
Monte Carlo
City Center
Bellagio
Mirage
TI
Circus Circus

Harrah's owns:
Harrah's
Flamingo
Imperial Palace
O'Sheas
Bally's
Bill's Gambling Hall
Paris
Rio
Caesar's Palace
They also recently acquired Planet hollywood, but probably haven't converted to the Harrah's Rewards program.

kepp 03-03-2010 12:50 PM

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Originally Posted by Farzin (Post 6570875)
The Venetian is awesome.

this

Old Dog 03-03-2010 01:00 PM

If you're looking to save a little coin, here's a site you might find helpful:
www.cheapovegas.com

Old Dog 03-03-2010 01:08 PM

Personally, I like downtown better, specifically El Cortez (a kicker is that they will pick you up and take you to the airport for nothing). Hell, I don't do anything but sleep in the room anyway. You can get a pass on the double decker bus for $7 a day to travel from downtown to the strip and back.

Jilly 03-03-2010 01:43 PM

So, you ready to let the dogs out?

loochy 03-03-2010 01:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Jilly (Post 6573092)
So, you ready to let the dogs out?

http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/.a/6...f1af970b-320wi

RockChalk 03-03-2010 01:48 PM

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Originally Posted by Buzzsaw (Post 6570935)
The Rio's got a really good buffet too.

Confirmed on that. Caesar's also has a pretty good buffet and all you can eat crab legs.

If you're going in a few weeks, then perhaps you'll be there during the first weekend of the NCAA tourney. I've been there 4 times solely for that first week and spent all weekend in various sportsbooks. It's complete craziness there and is an absolute blast during the 1st/2nd rounds. Nothing but games and degenerate gamblers :D

If you're going out next weekend (3/11-3/14) then you'll catch the conference tournament games. That's not bad either because there are quite a few games.

I usually like to hit up some of the older casinos on the strip (Bill's, O'Sheas) or even going downtown can be fun. You'll tend to find cheaper tables and a faster flow of drinks in these places, plus the crowd is typically younger or at least more fun to gamble with. Some of the rich/fancy casinos are full of stuff folks who think they are professional gamblers.

My advice, don't worry about room quality/location if you don't plan on sleeping much. A good central location on the strip is ideal if you plan to just gamble/do whatever on or around the strip. If you can swing a deal though, ARIA is pretty awesome. Stayed out there after it opened in December.

Most importantly, have fun and take money that you don't care about losing.

Monty 03-03-2010 02:50 PM

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Originally Posted by Dartgod (Post 6572874)
Another bit of advice. If you are a blackjack player, beware of 6:5 blackjack. A natural blackjack should pay 3:2, but most strip casinos have migrated to this 6:5 bullshit. The only reason it's sticking around is because the morons that don't understand the difference play it.

This. Double check the odds before you sit down. What I found interesting is that there were almost always tables in the same casino that offered both 6:5 and 3:2 tables. At the Station Casino, they were literally right next to each other. Even the dealer on the 3:2 table made some comments about the idiots sitting at the other table that weren't getting paid correctly.

Dartgod 03-03-2010 02:55 PM

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Originally Posted by Monty (Post 6573315)
This. Double check the odds before you sit down. What I found interesting is that there were almost always tables in the same casino that offered both 6:5 and 3:2 tables. At the Station Casino, they were literally right next to each other. Even the dealer on the 3:2 table made some comments about the idiots sitting at the other table that weren't getting paid correctly.

Well, 6:5 is bigger than 3:2, right? RIGHT? :facepalm:

Jilly 03-03-2010 02:56 PM

I'm excited that if all goes well, I may be living just a 4-5 hour drive from Vegas in the near future.

Monty 03-03-2010 03:07 PM

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Originally Posted by Dartgod (Post 6573342)
Well, 6:5 is bigger than 3:2, right? RIGHT? :facepalm:

Yep, but that's only because 4 out of 3 people have problems with fractions. :)

Monty 03-03-2010 03:18 PM

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Originally Posted by Jilly (Post 6573348)
I'm excited that if all goes well, I may be living just a 4-5 hour drive from Vegas in the near future.

oh..that's just not right.... :cuss:

I'm officially jealous......Vegas would be a perfect weekend destination. As of now, we're stuck with Winstar and Choctaw casinos just across the border in Oklahoma.

loochy 03-03-2010 03:24 PM

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Originally Posted by Monty (Post 6573428)
oh..that's just not right.... :cuss:

I'm officially jealous......Vegas would be a perfect weekend destination. As of now, we're stuck with Winstar and Choctaw casinos just across the border in Oklahoma.

..and they suuuck. Well, at least Winsta does. It's just a big tent and they don't have blackjack, baccarat, craps, or roulette. They don't give free alcohol. It r teh suxor after being to vegas.

I've never been to Choctaw, but I assume it's suckage is greater than or equal to Winstar.

Monty 03-03-2010 03:31 PM

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Originally Posted by loochy (Post 6573448)
..and they suuuck. Well, at least Winsta does. It's just a big tent and they don't have blackjack, baccarat, craps, or roulette. They don't give free alcohol. It r teh suxor after being to vegas.

I've never been to Choctaw, but I assume it's suckage is greater than or equal to Winstar.

?? Winstar has BJ, but that's it. Yes, there is no roulette, craps, baccarat and that does suck. I don't get the big tent thing. They opened a section on the north side that is actually pretty nice compared to the old section. They do serve alcohol now, but you have to pay for it. We only go when we really really really want to gamble. My biggest complaint with the OK casinos is that damned ante they charge. :cuss:

And yes, these places totally suck compared to Vegas.......

loochy 03-03-2010 03:50 PM

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Originally Posted by Monty (Post 6573477)
?? Winstar has BJ, but that's it. Yes, there is no roulette, craps, baccarat and that does suck.

I swear when I went there all they had were some poker tables at one end and then video blackjack and other video games. Maybe I'm on crack.


Quote:

Originally Posted by Monty (Post 6573477)
I don't get the big tent thing.

If you look closely, the south side of the casino structure is one of those large permanent tents. It is actually built by the company that built the Dallas Cowboys practice facility that collapsed.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Monty (Post 6573477)
And yes, these places totally suck compared to Vegas.......

That's really what I was trying to get at.

okiedokieokoye 03-03-2010 04:02 PM

You got yourself a good thread here Boss....

Nzoner 03-04-2010 07:29 AM

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Rain Man 03-04-2010 05:03 PM

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Originally Posted by RockChalk (Post 6573102)
Confirmed on that. Caesar's also has a pretty good buffet and all you can eat crab legs.


All you can eat crab legs? I wonder if I ate slow enough if I could eat them for the rest of my life. Do they have eligibility rules about leaving the table to go to the bathroom or eating for more than 24 hours or something?

kysirsoze 03-04-2010 05:47 PM

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Originally Posted by CoMoChief (Post 6572411)
How old are you? Are you single? Who are you going with?

I'm 27 and single. My friend is turning 30 and we decided Vegas was a good place to celebrate since it's only a few hours away. He's been before but I haven't. It will probably be a group of 4-7 people. I'm down to try about anything short of prostitutes.

OnTheWarpath15 03-04-2010 06:02 PM

Christ, I normally get a few e-mails a day from these casinos, and I've gotten none since offering to help you.

Sorry dude. As soon as I get something, I'll pass it on.

KChiefs1 03-04-2010 07:02 PM

The craps tables in Vegas offer the best odds on craps. If you are a craps player you have to hit the craps table.

kysirsoze 03-04-2010 08:00 PM

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Originally Posted by OnTheWarpath58 (Post 6576920)
Christ, I normally get a few e-mails a day from these casinos, and I've gotten none since offering to help you.

Sorry dude. As soon as I get something, I'll pass it on.

No worries. I appreciate whatever you can pass along.

kysirsoze 03-04-2010 08:04 PM

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Originally Posted by KChiefs1 (Post 6577081)
The craps tables in Vegas offer the best odds on craps. If you are a craps player you have to hit the craps table.

My buddy's plan is to spend a good portion of one of our days sitting table-side playing the minimum bet on the do not pass line and enjoying free cocktails. If I can get a velour jumpsuit and some dark Ray-Bans to wear that would be preferable.

Chieftain58 03-04-2010 09:30 PM

Stay at the Rio every room is a Suite and once an hour the girls dressed in lace dance on various stages around the casino... Hooters is cool also... Tropicana is crap... New York New York has a Roller Coaster and is fun to ride at 3:00am in the morning...Stay away from downtown late at night(Fremont area) the light show is cool but alot of scary people there. The Wynn is cool, Caesars Palace is nice and you can grab a beer when you walk in the door. Visit Jimmy Buffets margaritaville..cool place have a margarita and go see the show La Femme at MGM Grand--it was fun and only cost $50 bucks per person... I lived there for quite some time and everything can be fun.. depending on who you hang out with...

Big Dog 03-05-2010 12:54 AM

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Originally Posted by KChiefs1 (Post 6577081)
The craps tables in Vegas offer the best odds on craps. If you are a craps player you have to hit the craps table.

Well, to be honest the best odds in craps are just that, the 'odds'...also known as 'free odds'. (This is the 'behind' bet on your 'pass line' bet...they can also be taken on a 'don't pass' bet, but aren't as lucrative as a 'don't pass' bet that has survived the 'come out'). So the big thing you are looking for in craps is how many 'times' your pass line bet you can place odds. (i.e. 10x odds) Then you make a 'pass line' bet based on how much money you want to put down on the 'odds' bet.

Sorry, it's late, I am bored, and I am somewhat of a craps geek. The real significant variations in craps games other than this multiplier is in proposition bets or 'prop' bets. Since these all suck percentage wise to start with, I seldom pay attention to the differences.

MoreLemonPledge 03-05-2010 01:07 AM

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Originally Posted by Big Dog (Post 6577786)
Well, to be honest the best odds in craps are just that, the 'odds'...also known as 'free odds'. (This is the 'behind' bet on your 'pass line' bet...they can also be taken on a 'don't pass' bet, but aren't as lucrative as a 'don't pass' bet that has survived the 'come out'). So the big thing you are looking for in craps is how many 'times' your pass line bet you can place odds. (i.e. 10x odds) Then you make a 'pass line' bet based on how much money you want to put down on the 'odds' bet.

Sorry, it's late, I am bored, and I am somewhat of a craps geek. The real significant variations in craps games other than this multiplier is in proposition bets or 'prop' bets. Since these all suck percentage wise to start with, I seldom pay attention to the differences.

This. Pass Line with max allowed odds (at least 10x) has no house advantage. You won't find that in any other game in the casino. Play that and place the 6 and 8 if you want, and stay far away from the field and most props (maybe the occasional hardway if you really must).

Take the time to really learn the game of craps and you'll never want to play anything else. It really is a great game if you know what you're doing.

MoreLemonPledge 03-05-2010 01:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kysirsoze (Post 6577308)
My buddy's plan is to spend a good portion of one of our days sitting table-side playing the minimum bet on the do not pass line and enjoying free cocktails. If I can get a velour jumpsuit and some dark Ray-Bans to wear that would be preferable.

If this is your goal, play the pass and the don't pass. Everyone will know what you're doing, but the only way you lose is if a 12 rolls on the come out (the pass line loses and the don't pass pushes).

ArrowheadHawk 03-05-2010 07:42 AM

I'll be in Vegas starting on Thursday the 11th through the 16th. Taking a KState fan with me so hopefully we get to see KU vs KSU part three in Vegas. As long as KU makes it this year. I had the same plan last year only to have KU lose to Baylor the day before I got out there.

Big Dog 03-05-2010 08:45 AM

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Originally Posted by MoreLemonPledge (Post 6577793)
This. Pass Line with max allowed odds (at least 10x) has no house advantage.

OK, I am a geek...not trying to be contrary but....

Pass Line bets are always in the houses favor. (I was thinking about providing a bunch of math and explanation here...). The long and short of it is that the house has about a 1.5% overall advantage on this bet.(Now for those of you who don't know...this is a very small advantage for most casino bets. For example betting on 'any craps' will be around a 12% house advantage depending on the casino, and most American roulette bets have over a 5% house advantage).

The Odds bet has ZERO house advantage...it is a true 50-50 bet as MoreLemonpledge stated. (Seldom found in a casino)

So the trick is to maximize the 'odds' bet, which is why the allowed multiplier is so important, and it is important that you take advantage of it as much as possible. The casino wins because to get the 'odds' bet you must place the less lucrative 'pass line bet'. The ratio these bets are allowed in makes a difference in your overall percentages. A $3 'pass line' bet with $60 'odds' behind (20x) is much better than a $5 'pass line' bet with $10 'odds' behind (2x).

ArrowheadHawk 03-10-2010 04:10 PM

My flight for vegas leaves tommorrow. I can't wait. If KU wins tommorrow I will be placing a bet on them on Friday in a sports book.

kaplin42 03-10-2010 05:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Big Dog (Post 6572680)
I'll be there right after you (arriving on the 17th). I have enough advice for pages of comments, so I'll pick just a few.

1. Harrah's shuttle - Harrah's owns 7 casinos in Vegas and runs a shuttle between them. It's a good way to get to the RIO and back should you go there.
(You'll need a Harrah's card)

Vegas has a shuttle now that runs from Hooters to the Hilton. Basically $15 for an all day pass. Very very worth it.


Food

MGM
Craft Steak - Get the pairing menu. It is a bit pricey, but worth it a thousand times over. You get 3 - 5 courses, 5 star service, and if you like wine, get the wine pairing to go with it.

Shibuya - Sushi joint. Delicious, amazing sushi joint. Get the pairing if you can it is definately worth it.


New York New York
9 Fine Irish Men - Get the Beer battered cheese dip for an appetizer. Their Shepard's Pie is amazing. Not to mention Guinness 250. The recipe Guiness brewery used 250 yrs ago.

Rio

Seafood Buffet - nuff said.

Caesars Palace
Sushi Roku - Another sushi joint. Great food, and a terrific Saki pairing to go with any dish. Not to mention a top notch view of the strip.


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