Going to Vegas

[Big Dog]

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.

[kaplin42]

Originally Posted by Big Dog

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.